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6) The Traction —Is the Startup Gaining Momentum?

Posted on August 10, 2017by Piia ParktalLeave a comment

Before you make a decision to invest in a startup, one of the key indicators you should look at is traction. Having traction means that people are starting to use the product or service, and the business is showing signs of growth. Traction refers to the momentum the startup has gained so far. Growth is powered […]

5) The Team — Who Are the People Behind the Scenes?

Posted on July 27, 2017by Piia Parktal

The team is the driving force behind any company and it is true especially in startups, which are expected to grow faster than regular businesses. The success of a startup is heavily dependent on the team. The people are the ones bringing the initial idea to life. Having the right people on board is important […]

4) The Competition — How Does the Startup Stand Out from the Crowd?

Posted on July 21, 2017by Piia Parktal

An awesome product and a promising market won’t cut it if there is someone already doing the exact same thing. It is crucial to understand the competition the startup is facing and what makes them better than their competitors. Competition is something all companies have to deal with at some point and it can be […]

3) The Market — Who Is Going to Buy The Solution?

Posted on July 12, 2017by Piia Parktal

The market is a key element in whether or not the startup becomes successful. There has to be a market or demand, for the products or services the startup is offering. Otherwise, no matter how great the solution sounds, without a demand for it, the investment will not generate the expected return on investment. Therefore, […]

2) The Solution — Does It Solve The Problem And Can We Make Money Doing So?

Posted on July 10, 2017by Piia Parktal

Once the problem is identified, it’s time to look what solution the startup has come up with. Making sense of the solution the startup offers requires asking yourself the right questions, and figuring out the startup and its idea in more depth. The following will guide you along understanding the solution the startup has come up […]

1) The Problem — Analysing Your First Investment

Posted on July 10, 2017by Piia Parktal

Innovative ideas are often associated with startups. However, an innovative idea might not be a solution to any significant problems. More important than building ideas, is solving problems that matter. The first thing to understand in a startup is, “What problem are they trying to solve?” This is an important question to ask when considering to invest in […]

Investing in Startups: 10 Checks Before Your First Deal

Posted on July 10, 2017by Piia Parktal

Getting started with investing can be overwhelming, and most of the information you can find is full of useless jargon. To help you get started with investing into startups, we’ve put together this guide of 10 things you should always look into if you are considering to invest. Keep in mind that you are not […]