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…2 min read·Oct 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…3 min read·Aug 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…4 min read·Aug 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…4 min read·Jun 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…3 min read·May 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…3 min read·May 24, 2023--1--1
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…3 min read·May 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…2 min read·Apr 28, 2023--2--2
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…3 min read·Apr 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…2 min read·Apr 11, 2023----