Category: The exit

• Fu**-off Money…makes you think

  I saw an interesting post by a bunch of hackers discussing what it would take to get out of the game or fu**-off out of it as they put it. (http://www.danielharan.com/2008/09/04/vc-part-2-fuck-off-money/) Which startup odds do you prefer? 50% odds of making $1 million20% odds of making $20 million Assume the work involved is the same,…

  September 5, 2008

• Top 10 factors that maximise shareholder value

  To get the best value for a small private company on exit there are many factors that can play a part in getting the best price or deal. Here’s my list. An existing close relationship with the acquirer’s management where they know you and your team and the value you would bring and the ease…

  May 15, 2008

• Start with the exit and work backwards

  What? You can’t be serious…the VCs will never buy that! “Start with the exit and work backwards” is a direct quote from one of my most respected and successful entrepreneurial friends – he has made over $100M personally. Frankly in the investment community the idea is deeply unfashionable…but when did I ever care about the…

  March 30, 2008