Archive - Spotlight by Xartup

The Co-Founder Agreement: Your Startup’s Safety Net

Learn how a simple co-founder agreement can prevent conflicts, protect your startup, and keep your partnership on track for long-term success

Jan 11 •

Beyond the Unicorn: What VCs Actually Need From Startups

Decode the expectations of venture capitalists and position your startup for fundraising success

Jan 18 •

How a Strong Moat Can Boost Your Startups Fundraising Efforts?

Discover how protecting your startup with the right moat can make investors take notice and secure your long-term success

Feb 5 •

Guide to Equity Dilution during Fundraising process

Master Equity Structures, Allocation Strategies, and Valuation Techniques to Secure Early-Stage Funding

Nov 27, 2024 •

How Reddit Got Idea-Stage Fundraising Right

How Reddit raised money without writing a line of code. Learn the formula to pitch ideas, not just products.

Apr 16 •

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Decoding Term Sheets for Startup Success

A founder’s guide to understanding, negotiating, and mastering term sheets — plus free templates from Y Combinator and more

Nov 20, 2024 •

Exit Strategy: How to communicate it clearly to Investors

That one question has tripped up more founders than technical glitches ever could.

Apr 19 •

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Breaking Down Startup Fundraising: From Pre-Seed to IPO

A Founder’s Guide to Successfully Navigating Each Stage of Investment and Securing the Right Funding

Dec 11, 2024 •

SAFE Fundraising: The Smart Way to Raise Capital

Everything you need to know about raising capital with SAFE notes—simplified insights, expert strategies, and real-world case study to help you scale…

Mar 19 •

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Startups VCs wished they funded!

Behind every billion-dollar valuation lies a rejection story. Discover how these startups turned 'no' into unstoppable success.

Dec 18, 2024 •

Fundraising Without Revenue: Startup Valuation Secrets

Learn how top founders use strategy, storytelling, and proven methods to win investor trust before the first dollar rolls in.

Apr 9 •

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The Confidential Sequoia Memo on YouTube: Lessons for Every Founder

Unpacking Sequoia’s game-changing investment memo: Essential insights for startup founders navigating today’s funding landscape

Nov 16, 2024 •

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