# Venture

Barbara Bickham

Apr 17, 2024

Drag-along rights are an important aspect of business deals that allow majority shareholders to force minority shareholders to sell their shares in the event of a sale or merger of the company. This article provides a comprehensive overview of drag-along rights, including their definition, how they work in practice, their impact on business owners, the legal framework surrounding them, negotiation strategies, common pitfalls to avoid, and their impact on minority shareholders. Real-life case studies are examined, and predictions for the future of drag-along rights are discussed.

Barbara Bickham

Apr 10, 2024

The Benefits and Challenges of Bootstrapping Your Startup: Retain control, no debt/equity financing, resourcefulness, revenue focus, limited resources, slower growth, difficulty attracting talent, risk of burnout.

Barbara Bickham

Apr 4, 2024

Pro rata rights allow investors to maintain ownership in startups by investing proportionally in future funding rounds.

Barbara Bickham

Jan 17, 2024

AR, VR, and MR explained: Extended Reality technologies that blend digital and real-world experiences.

Barbara Bickham

Apr 12, 2023

Understanding Financial Statements is a comprehensive guide that explains the purpose and importance of financial statements, how to read them, and their relevance for entrepreneurs and investors.

Barbara Bickham

Apr 5, 2023

Learn effective strategies to reduce your business's burn rate and improve financial stability, including cutting down on non-essential expenses, streamlining operations, negotiating better deals, increasing sales revenues, creating an effective budget, developing a cost-saving strategy, and creating an effective cash flow model.

Barbara Bickham

Feb 15, 2023

This article provides an overview of the different business entity options for small businesses and highlights the advantages and considerations for each structure.

Barbara Bickham

Feb 1, 2023

Acquisition Demystified: A Beginner's Guide to Mergers and Acquisitions provides entrepreneurs with an understanding of the basics and risks of successful mergers and acquisitions, offering strategies to maximize returns and stay ahead of competitors in venture capital investments.

Barbara Bickham

Dec 20, 2022

Learn six effective tips on how to raise money for your business, including crowdfunding, angel investors, bootstrapping, venture capitalists, government programs, and equipment financing.