Ytsen van der MeerThree takeaways #14 Startups and scuba divingDiving into the deep blue ocean might seem like an entirely different world compared to the fast-paced ecosystem of startups. Yet, if we…Oct 4, 2023Oct 4, 2023
Ytsen van der MeerThree takeaways #13 sales compensation plansAs an early stage startup founder, building a successful sales team is essential for driving growth and achieving revenue targets. One…Aug 23, 2023Aug 23, 2023
Ytsen van der MeerBig Takeaway #1: Fundraising is SalesFundraising is a critical aspect of the startup journey, often seen as a daunting task for early stage founders. However, a powerful…Aug 15, 2023Aug 15, 2023
Ytsen van der MeerThree takeaways #12 Ytsen’s digestThose who know me, know that I read a lot of books. In 2023, I am currently working my way through number 18. I wanted to share some…Jun 5, 2023Jun 5, 2023
Ytsen van der MeerThree takeaways #11 empoyee incentive plansAfter founders have raised their first sizable round, one of the topics that often comes up is whether they should allocate shares to an…May 30, 2023May 30, 2023
Ytsen van der MeerThree takeaways #10 Startup boardsStartup boards can be a very effective tool for creating value. Whether they are formal supervisory boards or informal investor boards…May 24, 20231May 24, 20231
Ytsen van der MeerThree takeaways #9 Startup M&AIt’s currently incredibly hard to raise venture capital and valuations are down from its 21/22 peak. The above situation may lead to…May 10, 2023May 10, 2023
Ytsen van der MeerThree takeaways #8 Picking investorsGoing on the journey of building a successful startup can be both exhilarating and challenging. One of the decisions you will face is…Apr 28, 20232Apr 28, 20232
Ytsen van der MeerThree takeaways #7 exitsAn exit is the finale to your founders journey. A successful exit can be the achievement of years of blood, sweat and tears. Over the past…Apr 19, 2023Apr 19, 2023
Ytsen van der MeerThree takeaways #6 early stage deal structuringEarly stage funding typically refers to the first round of funding raised by a startup company. For many of those startups, it’s essential…Apr 11, 2023Apr 11, 2023