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Bootstrapping from $0 to $50 million in ARR: lessons in capital efficiency part two
Andre Lavoie and his partner Colin Kingsbury started ClearCompany with no outside investors. Here’s how they bootstrapped their way from $0 to $50 million in ARR.
Bootstrapping from $1M to $10M in ARR: Lessons in Capital Efficiency
Being capital efficient is suddenly “in vogue,” but it is a strategy that has always worked and is being pursued by many more entrepreneurs than you might imagine.
Target Growth Rates for Bootstrapped SaaS Businesses
In the current market, capital is exceptionally scarce and most SaaS companies are no longer planning for their next capital raise—they’re now planning to reach breakeven.
Framework for Comparing Debt Options in SaaS
Between loan amount, structure, and covenants, there’s a lot to consider when comparing your debt financing options. You can use this framework to make it easier.
Comparing Growth Trends in Consumption vs Subscription SaaS
A few weeks ago, I compared Net Revenue Retention trends between consumption SaaS companies and subscription (primarily seat-based) SaaS companies.
Debt Structures Available to SaaS Companies in 2023
As a recession looms, interest rates rise, and funding gets harder to acquire, debt financing is becoming a viable alternative for SaaS leaders.