Here are examples of pitch decks (aka investor presentations) released when companies first go public. Pitch decks evolve over time as companies matures. What starts out as a ten-slide pitch may one day become a full fledged hundred page investor presentation.
Pitch decks these days are slick and beautifully designed. Yet some of the most illustrious companies of Silicon Valley had pretty janky early stage pitch decks. What they didn’t have in style, they made up in substance.
As solopreneurs, freelancers, and independent contractors, we’re running one-woman shows. How do you find and cultivate mentors to support your growth? What are the best practices of a mentor-mentee relationship?
We all like our escapes, and even more so when we can break from the responsibility of kids. Here are our picks for luxury vacations with childcare options.
It can feel isolating being a stay-at-home mom and entrepreneur. No one succeeds alone. We all need communities that can serve as sounding boards, additional expertise or a place to vent to individuals in the trenches like you
We compiled a list of 80+ grants that mom-owned businesses can potentially look at for funding sources. These grants cater to founders who are moms, women, women of color, small businesses, LGBTQ+ and minority, and more.
Mom businesses owners are breaking new down barriers every day, entering new industries and carving out new niches. Check out these 10 Mom Bosses in the bay state.
As an independent contractor, how you bill your clients is a pivotal business decision that impacts your bottom line. The two most common ways to charge are either by the hour or by the project. Which one is the right one to choose?
A dollar saved is a dollar earned, and then invested for compound returns. Stay at home moms can contribute financially to the family by defending earnings and finding ways to save and build wealth.
As the late Charlie Munger says, "In my whole life, I have known no wise people (over a broad subject matter area) who didn't read all the time—none." Finance leaders at start-ups have to read on a wide range of topics to stay relevant. From actual finance topics, to new tax changes, and scaling a start-up, the learnings from reading are endless. But where to start?
As first-time homebuyers scouting for a family home, navigating real estate can be a daunting endeavor. However, with the right strategies in place, you can cut a fantastic deal, securing your dream home while saving potentially thousands of dollars. Here are ten valuable tips to help you spot a good deal and negotiate like a pro.
A stay-at-home-mom’s busy schedule make time-intensive side hustles an unviable option. However, if you own a home, a car, or even a closet, then you’ve got options: rent-a-something. constrained by school and daycare drop off and pick up time, make
This Mother’s Day, let's focus on the moms who have shown us that women can have both children and high powered careers. We’re not exactly sure how they do it, but we sure as hell are impressed and motivated to know that they do. Because moms need role models too.
Check out these 9 Mom Bosses in NYC. They started their businesses by identifying a niche or finding a different way to solve a problem, and now their businesses are thriving.
Decision fatigue is real, particularly for founders and CEOs. One way to simplify the decision making process and add objectivity and discipline is through decision tree analysis -- a visual map with mathematical vales to evaluate your choices.
At some point in your life, you’re going do something incredibly stupid and ask yourself: What the f**k were you thinking? For me, it was when I came to the realization that I’ve made $0 from my equity across the 5 start-ups I worked at. As a self-touted “strategic finance leader” for startups, that makes me question my own skills. How did I get it so wrong?
Are quota bags like the Hermès really investment pieces? What is the real ROI, after accounting for selling fees and quota spend? How does the return compare with other more traditional investment routes?
How much would a SAHM's salary be if she got paid for everything she does? It's more than you think, but when you break it down, it's also an 80 hour per week job. Here's how we calculate the wages and time.
My child is about to finish their first year in public school, and I already feel that they’re regressing in progress from their previous Montessori education.
We’ve been talking a lot about ChatGPT, both its use cases and its shortcomings in our previous series on ChatGPT. Of all of the AI tools, it’s probably the most well-known mainstream application of AI. There are a plethora of other new tools on the market for small businesses ranging from creators to service firms. As of this writing, a number of these tools also offer a free tier.
For working parents, the school calendar is an uncooperative, flaky partner. Amid the flurry of snow days, half-days, and unexpected holidays, a stark realization surfaces – school is not childcare. With roughly 260 official working days each year and only 180 required days of schooling, the gap is undeniable. How do we balance it all?
Forget Reddit, I want in on SpaceX. The debut of Destiny Tech 100 is challenging the tech freeze and showing that there may be more interest in new start-ups than these previous IPOs have been able to garner.
