Startup financing should match the timing and risk of the business's cash needs. Customer revenue, equity and debt have different costs and obligations; they are not interchangeable sources of unlimited runway.
Build a cash forecast with hiring, delivery, collections and contingency assumptions. Separate spending required to test demand from spending intended to scale an established process. Estimate how the plan changes if sales or funding arrive later than expected.
Compare financing terms and decision rights with appropriate financial and legal advice. Avoid treating a funding announcement as proof of a sustainable business. Update the operating plan when financing conditions or customer evidence change.
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