Most founders try to raise a seed round too early. If I were starting a company today, here's the approach I'd take.

This checklist gives founders a clear-eyed view of their fundraise readiness across every dimension VCs scrutinize.

The autopilot thesis is compelling. But for most founders, the harder question isn't what to build, it's whether you can survive long enough to earn the right to sell outcomes.

Founders expect perfect models and polished decks. What they usually need is something simpler and far more valuable.

A story about a phone call, interest rates, and the most important skill in early-stage company building.

The bar to raise a Series A hasn't gotten higher in terms of revenue. It's gotten higher in terms of how much you’re allowed to burn in order to generate that revenue.