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I said no to an investor to fund my startup. Why? - I wanted to build something on my own terms. - I didn’t want to answer to a boardroom of investors. - I trusted that we could grow through profit. So why take the funding? Why sacrifice control over a short-term cash flow fix? It’s called bootstrapping. Here’s how it really works: - You work from your living room, or a coffee shop—forget the fancy office. - You become your own CFO. - There’s never enough cash flow, and you are constantly chasing clients for payment. - You have no choice but to be profitable from day one. - People dismiss your business as a “side hustle.” - You wish you could give your team raises, but it’s a struggle. But here’s the thing—we found a way to generate revenue on our own. We are not quite there yet, but we’re getting closer every day. In other words: You hustle. You persevere You keep your independence… And your vision stays yours. Agree? Here’s to the bootstrappers who keep pushing forward. 🍻

The last couple of years have been tough for many founders, and I know they’re doing everything they can to keep the company moving forward. Even if you’ve had an exit, cash isn’t unlimited, and the financial pressure is real. Your co-founders might be in different situations, too — juggling personal cash flow needs (the average founder is 42). Here’s what I’m seeing in our community: > Some founders are consulting a few hours a week to keep things steady. 📊 > Others are taking part-time gigs just to make ends meet. 🕐 > Many have dipped into savings, maxed out credit cards, or tapped into their 401(k). 💳 But here’s the thing: Don’t give up on your dream. 🚀 Do whatever it takes to survive, but stay true to your vision. Make sure you’ve got a solid support system around you—friends, family, fellow founders. Lean on your network, share the load, and keep pushing. Your resilience is your greatest asset. Keep going. You’ve got this! 💪✨ #founders #startups #building #selling

[THE REALITY OF BOOTSTRAPPING: PROFESSIONAL STRUGGLES ARE PERSONAL] We were 2 ½ years into our bootstrapped startup. Here's what I wrote down back in late 2012: "Wow...I didn't realize I was such a gambler. Currently, I owe $39,000 on my credit cards. My girlfriend and I are splitting up so I have to move now. My rent expense is going to increase by $1,000 plus who knows what else. My current salary is only $1,600/month. I really believed I would be receiving a salary of $4,000/month by now. It's very unsettling to have to continually borrow money and dig a deeper hole because our business does not kick off enough money to pay everyone." But even if your situation seems bleak and you just don't know what to do to figure it out, make another attempt. Do one more thing. Keep at it. Here is the rest of that entry: "Our company's financial situation has created some real stress for me although I'm continually reminding myself that, 'What is needed is on its way. I expect miracles. I expect my fortunes to change.' I say this mantra all day long to keep myself focused on my intentions and to not let fear get to me. It's a daily challenge but then again, I picked this." Ganbatte kudasai! #SaasStartups #ResilientEntrepreneur #BootstrapJourney

I started my business from scratch. What I did: - I bootstrapped from the start. - Grew it step by step. - Kept control. Goal: Grow a healthy business, keep freedom. My take: - Debt limits you. - Bootstrapping challenges you. - Freedom to choose your path. 100% of successful startups know this: Keep costs low. Grow at your pace. Own your decisions. Bootstrapping means: - You call the shots. - You grow on your terms. - You learn resilience. My mantra: Own your growth. Control your journey. It’s the best way to: - Stay flexible. - Adapt quickly. - Succeed on your terms. This year, we’re on track to grow 35% and it’s only compounding. Don’t rush for funding. Don’t lose sight of your vision. Don’t let debt dictate your pace. Start smart. Grow smart. Own it. And never forget the power of starting lean. I will die on this hill. PS. When would you consider funding for your business?

Pre-Seed is dead. At least for first-time founders in B2B SaaS. "We're raising xxx$ to build our MVP, get 5 customers and 18 months of runway..." Stop dreaming. Don't waste your time asking strangers for their hard-earned money to fund your idea and experiments. You can't start by de-risking. You can't build a startup on someone else's back. Start small. Sell. Build. Repeat. Show that you can solve a real problem. Show that you can win customers at scale. Show how much you can do with little. That's how you get investors excited. Embrace the hard. Let’s go 🚀 ____________________________ Share my experience as a former entrepreneur and active angel investor. Investing in early stage B2B SaaS startups with real traction. Happy to connect 👋

Founders, stop referring to your startup as a family. When you do, I immediately picture the Manson Family. Sure, people want to feel like they belong, but let’s be real: at the end of the day, people are working with you because they want to get paid. And let’s face it—families aren’t exactly known for their stellar compensation plans or corporate structures. No, they’re known for dysfunction, anxiety-inducing behavior, and being the exact opposite of how you want to run a business. Plus, when you say “family,” it can set unrealistic expectations. Suddenly, everyone feels entitled to a holiday bonus because, hey, we’re family, right? Spoiler alert: no one gets paid in hugs or good vibes—unless you count the occasional awkward pat on the back. So let’s keep it professional. Remember, your team deserves to be compensated fairly for their hard work, and you want to create a culture that fosters growth, innovation, and, most importantly, a clear path to payday. So, let’s get that invoice ready instead of a love letter. #startup #founders  #venturecapital

[THE LAG TIME CHALLENGE IN STARTUPS] I kept a journal from 2009 to 2017 tracking the progress, or more commonly the regress, of our startup multifamily billing business, that eventually became a SaaS business. Here's a post 6 months after we launched: One of the most challenging parts of any new venture is enduring financial and emotional "lag time." This is the period that passes before you experience the results of the actions and efforts you've been making. It's the scary time that appears, disappears, and then reappears in the form of doubt, uncertainty, and continual questions. The fact that this business is growing so slowly challenges my faith and belief in myself all the time. It makes me question if this is what I should be doing. We pay close attention to what's creating paying customers and what isn't. It's easy to do now because the overall response is so low. Our number of viable prospects you could count on two hands. But we keep putting in effort. Last week Bobby and I had an "offsite sales meeting." It sounds high falutin' but it was really just us meeting with a prospect at Starbucks for coffee. We agreed that part of our success formula, as best we can determine this week, is that anytime someone responds to our marketing efforts with reasonable interest, we'll travel and meet them in person. We both love selling face-to-face. We think this will accelerate our success. Before we do spend money on travel outside our city, we'll make a list of 2-3 other prospects in the area and set up a visit with them. Any money we spend on travel is money we can't use to pay salaries. We need every paying client we can get. The sooner the better. So, we're beefing up our push to get in front of people. Some takeaways… Startups are scary as hell. You're going to need a lot of savings so that you can survive the long financial runway that you'll have to traverse, to give your new business its best chance of succeeding. The uncertainty of "Are we going to make it?" never seems to go away. It lessens a bit as you scale revenue and can earn a living. Whenever you can meet a person face to face, within your budget, do it. Ganbatte kudasai! #StartupJourney #SaaSStartup #FaceToFaceSelling

We're often celebrated for our hustle, our grind, and our unwavering dedication to our startups. But behind the scenes, many of us are juggling a secret superpower: being amazing parents, partners, and family members. I want to acknowledge the late-night feedings, the early morning school runs, and the countless hours spent playing catch-up on weekends. It's not easy, is it? So, to all the founders out there who are rocking the 'work-life balance' tightrope, I see you. I salute you. And I want you to know that you're not alone. How do you manage the chaos? 🤔 Share your tips, tricks, and war stories in the comments below! #bootstrap #business #b2b #SaaSbusiness #startup

Sebastian Trif, ex-CEO of Aurelia, raised £3M+ only to shut down later after struggling to validate his startup's solution. His refreshing transparency offers a goldmine of tips: 💎 Understand searching for PMF vs executing on PMF 💎 Don't undervalue deep market expertise 💎 Pay yourself a fair salary from the start 💎 Find a mentor to call out your blind spots ...and more invaluable lessons 👇 https://lnkd.in/eBzxMNc3 What's the biggest lesson you've learned on your start-up journey so far? Let me know in the comments! #startupsuccess #startupfailure #startuplessons #startupadvice #foundertips #productmarket #leanstartup __________________________________________________________________________ Hey 👋, we're flinder... 📊 We build and run smart finance functions 🚀 We work with fast-growth tech, SaaS and e-commerce brands 🔮 We focus on delivery insight and meaning, not just numbers 💻 We're tech-first, of course See more from us 🔔 Click the bell on the top right of our profile to be notified of our posts ➕ Make sure you’re following us