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Copycat Competitors and the Break-Out Point
Copying your competition has a lot of benefits. You get a well-working framework to make your marketing, or pricing, or business strategy work. It’s the easiest thing for a young [clueless] entrepreneur to do and get off the mark. If […]How to Present to Investors (Tips from YC Founder)
In all my newsletters, I’ve always shared my own opinions, insights, and suggestions—gained from personal experience, facing challenges, and finding my own solutions. Today’s topic isn’t quite my forte. But it’s an interesting one—something I personally sought to learn. We’re […]Why Long-Term Financial Projections May Not Work for Startups?
I remember being around 7 or 8 when my parents would ask, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” I’d say, “Batman.” (Spoiler: I didn’t become Batman, nor did I save Gotham.) This instance is relevant to […]I Reviewed Apple’s Original Business Plan
Apple. (A-P-P-L-E) A name that once belonged to a round fruit with smooth green, red, or yellow skin now seems to have been redefined entirely. Search Google for “Apple,” and you’ll be redirected to the tech giant, not the fruit. […]How to Conduct Market Research in 30 Minutes or Less
Give a startup founder a mic and ask them about their idea—they won’t stop until you make them. (We’re built that way 😬) When I wrote my first business plan for Upmetrics, I knew exactly what I was writing. Everything […]Are Business Plans Dead?
The answer to this question can’t be a straight NO or a resounding YES. I won’t just say no because we sell business plan software. But does that mean business plans are obsolete? Not exactly. (You: Wait, what? Stop the […]Can ChatGPT Write You a Good Business Plan?
I get this question all the time: Can ChatGPT write a good business plan? I’ve been asked by students, fellow entrepreneurs, and customers alike. And let me tell you—opinions are all over the place. Ask an AI enthusiast, and they’ll […]Is $2,500 for a Business Plan Worth It?
Although I’m sending out this newsletter today, it’s inspired by a conversation I had last week. A client asked me, “How do you justify the huge price difference between Upmetrics’ subscription and planning services?” (Spoiler alert: I convinced him. 🫣) […]Mathias Manages 100+ Clients’ Business Plans in Upmetrics
Hope your week’s off to a great start—hopefully, with fewer last-minute client requests! Client demands and those impromptu Google Meets, right? They’re the gift that keeps on giving. 😄 That reminds me of the story of a fellow business consultant, […]I Asked Experts Why Business Plans Fail
I hope everything’s good on your side of the world. “65% of all new businesses fail during the first 10 years.” I read this in an Investopedia article, and it got me thinking. “Why do businesses fail?” We’re not talking […]
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