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If you are privy to startup valuations and venture capital, one thing must have caught your eye recently. "Revenue-Based Financing" is a new financing concept used especially by D2C brands to raise funds for their upcoming businesses. In the guide below, we help you understand what RBF means, and how it is different than other forms of financing. Follow us (Career Edge) for more such content if you found this helpful! And to relaunch your career, build your strategy toolkit & make a switch to Consulting through live mentorship & placement assistance by folks working with McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Dalberg, you can become a part of the Career Edge Consulting Fellowship (Application link is in the comments). #careers #jobinterviews #strategy

Check out our recent video where Aditya Bazari talks about how he navigated the UK job market after his Masters at London Business School to grab a role at Fasanara Capital! He also gives valuable insights on how it is working at a VC and how he leveraged networking to get there! Looking forward to any suggestions on what we can cover next. Follow UniAdvise for more such posts! https://lnkd.in/eB98-DNS

🚀 Exciting News! 🚀 I'm thrilled to announce that I've recently completed my externship with Extern in Venture Capital, where I had the incredible opportunity to work with the dynamic team at Energy Innovation Capital.🌟 I immersed myself in the world of Venture Capital, gaining invaluable skills and experiences that have shaped my professional &entrepreneurial journey in profound ways. 💼 Here are some key highlights from my externship: 🔍 Due Diligence: Conducting thorough due diligence on potential investment opportunities and peer-reviewing my colleagues has taught me the importance of meticulous research and analysis. It's not just about identifying opportunities – it's about understanding intricacies, seeing through, and mitigating risks. 📊 Market Analysis: Analyzing market trends and dynamics has honed my strategic thinking and decision-making abilities. Understanding market landscapes is crucial for any entrepreneur looking to carve out a niche and disrupt industries while paying attention to possible future market disruptions on whose waves one can take advantage to soar. 📈 Pitch Deck Analysis: Evaluating pitch decks for VCs has given me a deeper understanding of what makes a compelling start-up and how to communicate value propositions effectively. Crafting a compelling narrative is key to capturing the attention of investors and stakeholders. 💡 Investment Summary Creation: Creating investment summaries has sharpened my ability to distill complex information into clear and concise formats. Communicating the essence of an opportunity succinctly is essential for driving buy-in and securing investments. These skills are not just important to me as a professional – they're integral toolbox assets in my entrepreneurial journey. As I embark on my own endeavors, I'm excited to leverage these skills to identify opportunities, drive innovation, and create value in the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship. A big shoutout to Christie Andersen and the entire Extern group for the mentorship and support I received during my externship, and I look forward to applying what I have learned as I continue to pursue my passion for innovation and entrepreneurship. #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #Innovation #Externship #Gratitude #NextChapter

Private placements may offer today's #DB plans the potential to "lock in higher yields" and "the chance to enhance derisking efforts with incremental downside protection." Dive into our latest research on the market opportunity, allocation sizing, and much more. #privatecredit

I think this is something really good to ask in Africa at the moment. I am currently looking into ways (with research and connecting) to get a whole list of needs from companies in SA answered and something that will benefit everyone. Connecting the world (Government, Companies and People) is the solution. How to get there in South Africa at the moment need a bit of leading. But, keep up, we will get there. We Learn, Adapt and Teach others. Thank you so much for sharing: Please share any new ways or information regarding the above so we can also help each other grow. #learning #ey #finances #africanentrepreneurs #africantech #linkedinconnections #linkedinlearning #linkedingrowth #growthmindset #leadershipdevelopment #corporateventurebuilding

Private placements may offer today's #DB plans the potential to "lock in higher yields" and "the chance to enhance derisking efforts with incremental downside protection." Dive into our latest research on the market opportunity, allocation sizing, and much more. #privatecredit

🚨 This is it. 💡 Presenting, our 'Community Spotlight' series where we want to feature some of our cool alumni pulling some solid weight in the industry. You might find your next career inspiration in one of them. 🚦 For #1 watch out for Ryan Hodgson, Loise Warui, and Luke Naude. 🏗 Venture Building stands as a preferred pathway for many of our fellows. As a venture builder, your role is pivotal, involving strategic identification, nurturing, and scaling of high-potential startup ventures. Beyond financial backing, you provide critical strategic direction and operational support, ensuring the growth and success of ventures in your portfolio. This role necessitates a deep understanding of market dynamics, rigorous due diligence, and effective risk management to optimize returns and foster long-term value creation. 👀 If you are currently in this role, do share your insights in the comments. #dreamvc #venturecapital #fellowship #africa

It's never too early to get strategic about your growth. Talent strategy and roadmapping is more key than ever for startups juggling constraints from expensive capital and overwhelmed by a glut of exceptional available talent. Keeping a steady course in this market starts with assessing the skills your team has and the skills it needs for your next raise, and planning when to bring in new talent early. Sea Change's unique flexible and scalable model brings top-tier talent acquisition, advisory and intelligence services long-reserved for private equity or public markets to early-stage ventures. Join our ecosystem to get started: https://bit.ly/3S1FxMV #climatetech #talentadvisory #executivesearch #technicalsearch #professionalsearch

Invest Europe 40th Anniversary Interviews 🎙️ “The industry is providing an immense contribution to innovation. If you look at all sectors, most of the innovations today come from #startups.” Alain Godard of the European Investment Bank (EIB) discusses the role of our industry as part of our series of interviews to mark our 40th Anniversary ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eDRRxVBG #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #InvestEurope40 #LeadersViews #BuildingBetterBusinesses

Private placements may offer today's #DB plans the potential to "lock in higher yields" and "the chance to enhance derisking efforts with incremental downside protection." Dive into our latest research on the market opportunity, allocation sizing, and much more. #privatecredit