Some interesting links we found across the web this week:
How DEI and Sustainability Can Grow Your Triple
Bottom Line
Incorporating the principles of sustainability (environment,
economics and equity) and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI)
could help take a business to the next level. This
Entrepreneur article discusses how creating an inclusive
and diverse workspace will not only retain employees but also
promote innovation and growth.
Cash Is King But Could Stock Rule In M&A
Transactions?
With cash and liquidity becoming more important in the current
economic landscape, companies are including more stock as part of
the consideration mix. This article from Crunchbase
discusses important considerations for sellers to evaluate when
their deal proceeds include any mix of stock as it has both
benefits and risks.
What The High Interest Rates Mean For Startup
Founders
Startup founders have faced a myriad of challenges in the last few
years. With strong sings of higher interest rates, founders may now
see funding begin to dry up. Money may turn to less riskier
investments which would make raising capital difficult for startups
and scale-ups. This Forbes article provides advice for any
startup founder to keep in mind.
3 Lessons Learned From Building a Software
Startup
Having a startup valued at over one billion is no easy feat. In
this article by VentureBeat, the founder of a Dallas
unicorn discusses three lessons that he have helped him raise
millions in series funding in a short amount of time.
How Companies Can Prepare for a Long Run of High
Inflation
Recent events including the war in Ukraine and the continued supply
chain crisis have made it more difficult to reduce inflation. This
HBR article provides seven strategies for companies to
combat long lasting inflation, such as short-term survival taking
precedence over long-term growth and having a complete
understanding of your capital structure in order to see how your
business would be affected by an increase in interest rates.
Links compiled by Giancarlos Rodriguez.
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