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DRAGONFLY ACADEMY - THE TOP TEAM ACCELERATOR FOR SCALE UPS We recognise that leading a scale up can be tough and fast paced, top teams are stretched in many different directions as they juggle strategic growth with building operational infrastructure, team expansion and revenue generation. This can be a challenging time for founders and top teams as they pivot from start up to scale up phase. So, where can a Founder, Investor or Accelerator turn when they have a top team that needs support to deliver the growth they need and want? They can turn to us. Curious? Discover more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eUHn2Yb6 #Founders #Investors #Accelerators #TopTeam #Alignment #HighPerformance #Development

I see more and more smart people exploring or considering entrepreneurial ventures. If you are one of them, let me give you #5reasons why you SHOULD’T register for Cohort #11 powered by MyidEA: 1. You already have the idea. Why to waste your time sharing it with experienced mentors who can challenge both you and your business model when you can keep it just to yourself? Maybe next year, you'll find the courage to present it to the world. 2. You already know everything about entrepreneurship. Founders, term sheets, ESOPs, cap tables, vesting or angel investors — are very well known subjects for you. And as for sales, PR, and press releases? You master these as well. 3. You've completed the idea stage and are already working on the implementation. Who needs support in preparing the business plan, the sales strategy, the pitch deck or speaking confidently about these in public? You have a product to build. 4. You have the MVP, few clients, and are ready for expansion. Networking with some of the most successful and smartest peer entrepreneurs and investors in the local market? You don’t need that kind of distraction. 5. Looking to boost your growth? No need to attend the #PitchDay. The most relevant VCs in the region will be there, but hey… who needs their money anyway? If I haven’t convinced you yet, I challenge you to register and prove me wrong. You can find the registration link in the first comment or in the message posted by Matei below. Ohh… don’t know Matei Dumitrescu yet? He is leading the European startup acceleration movement since 2012 and if you want to sharpen your entrepreneurial skills, there is a ton of stuff you can learn from him!

I attended two super valuable sessions today. One with Fusion42, led by Kurt Walker🌶, who is driving startup founders to be better. We talked about GTM, and I learned that referrals and using your network are not real answers for GTM. If you are a found and looking, check out https://lnkd.in/gEkM6DC3

#Founders, remember that sending great updates can significantly improve how investors look at you. Here are some tips 📝 #startupdevelopment

Everyone has unique strengths and abilities that set them apart from others. At Formation Ventures, we call those strengths superpowers. What is your superpower, and why? Comment below! Could it be your next venture? Comment below. We are confident that it can be.

Exciting times ahead for founders! 🚀 Diving into the world of founder-led businesses, we've seen the need to shift from Founder Revenue to Scalable Revenue. ✅ That's why at FounderScale, we've created the RevenueScale Platform. It's all about giving you those vital, data-driven insights for smarter business decisions. Our aim? 📈 To ensure your sales and marketing isn't just spending, but a strategic investment that grows with you. Here's to building strategies that evolve beyond solo efforts and embracing scalable growth together! #founderscale #smartgrowth #businessevolution #founders #revenuegrowth

𝗩𝗖𝘀 𝗮𝘀𝗸 "𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀?" 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰! ✅ Flip the scrip - Highlight your unique value, not just how you're different. ✅ Acknowledge big players, but explain why they're not your direct competitors. ✅ Show how you've incorporated their lessons (e.g., different pricing model). ✅ Focus on YOU - Share your vision, roadmap, and how you'll navigate the market. ✅ Discuss potential headwinds and your plan to overcome them. VCs want disruptive solutions, not copycats. Show your unique strengths & vision! #startuplife #vcfunding #pitching

Ever wondered how a technical founder steps up as a CEO? Listen to Lance Cottrell's episode where he breaks down this transition, sharing insights on growth, strategy, and the pivotal moments that shape a startup's future. https://lnkd.in/eRAEiAjU FeelTheBoot #StartupGrowth #LeadershipTransition #founders #RPOW #Aepiphanni #feeltheboot #FounderToCEO

Attention Founders! Cracking the Code on Enterprise Deals Every deal boils down to one question: “What’s in it for me?” Value Creation Explained, Crane Venture Partners' latest Foundations Series booklet, provides a proven approach to answering that question with clarity and conviction. Learn how to map decision-makers—from User Buyers to Economic Buyers. Build trust with concrete metrics that quantify your product’s impact. Avoid common pitfalls and focus on creating measurable, tangible value. This 72-page guide by Ben Wright and Rav Dhaliwal was the highlight of our Flight event—and it’s now yours. Free download see in the comments box. Because great products don’t sell themselves.

#ProTip: Never underestimate the power of a VC network and a well-placed intro. The right connection can change the entire trajectory of your company. Partner with a VC who can open the right doors—and spark momentum that accelerates growth. #StartupSuccess #VCHacks