Why a Strategic Pivot isn't enough.
Why a Strategic Pivot isn't enough: How to take insightful action now to deal with the pandemic.
Strategy and the 3Cs℠—Your Compelling Case for Customers℠
How do you develop a great strategy that drives customers to you and increases sales? Brett simplifies strategy and discusses the 3Cs,...
Dealing With CV19: Leadership, Honesty, & Compassion
Lots of people are reeling from the effects of Covid-19. They are confused, scared, and having trouble getting things done. Brett...
Do You Have a Superb CFO? Part 1
What should you expect from your private company CFO—or from yourself if you’re the CFO or senior finance person? We like this summary,...
Standalone Business Plans: Mostly Worthless
Business plans written without a strategic financial planning model are a waste of time.
Raising Capital in 90 Days? Not a Chance.
We debunk the 90 day myth to raising capital.
Raising Capital—How Long Should It Take?
Do you know the number one enemy of most start-up business failures? It’s time. How long it takes to get things done. Product development...
Raising Capital—The Magician or Pickpocket
Are you a magician or pickpocket? Do you get in front of an investor audience, say abracadabra, wave your hands, and hope to transfer...
Raising Capital—Strategic Financial Planning Model, Part One
Do you know how to create pro forma financial statements, key metrics, and calculate valuation, dilution, and ROI? How many strategic...
Raising Capital & Strategy—The Straight Face Test
Your chances of persuading your audience and raising capital plummet if you can’t pass the Straight Face Test, presenting yourself as...