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#Hiring – Wir suchen eine:n neue:n Internship CFO Analyst (m/w/d) in Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia. Bewerben Sie sich noch heute oder teilen Sie diese Stellenanzeige mit Ihrem Netzwerk.

We are looking for a CFO Analyst (m/w/d) to join us on our journey helping our start-up and growth clients to grow. https://lnkd.in/eZxdx2Dw

🔍 Founder Salary and ESOP: Need the data? Here are two essential calculators I use: 1️⃣ Index Ventures Option Plan Calculator - A great tool to project your equity plan: https://lnkd.in/eVkhFcNu 2️⃣ Creandum Founder Compensation Calculator - Perfect for understanding founder salaries: https://lnkd.in/ewUKu9yC These tools can help clarify your equity and salary planning. Check them out! 🚀 What additional resources are you using? Any recommendations for European startups? #Startups #Founders #ESOP #Compensation

Looking for a passionate CFO Analyst to support our startup and growth clients across CFO topics in Düsseldorf. The ideal position for a junior with first work experience, who wants to join on a high growth career path and work with passionate entrepreneurs and CEOs on key finance topics. Recommendations are highly welcome! https://lnkd.in/eyq-atXw

💡Y Combinator’s Term Sheet Template: A Game-Changer for Founders ⚡ Having backed thousands of startups, Y Combinator has crafted a standard term sheet with clear, straightforward terms. But here’s the kicker: those bracketed items? They're often up for negotiation. For many founders, term sheets can feel like a foreign language. With limited experience, it's tough to discern what constitutes a “good” term sheet. On the flip side, VCs are seasoned pros in this arena, which can put founders at a disadvantage. 🔍 Why Y Combinator’s Template Matters: 1️⃣ Clarity & Confidence: Understanding the nuances of term sheets and using templates like Y Combinator's can help founders cut through the complexity. 2️⃣ Negotiation Insight: Recognize which terms are flexible and which are standard. This knowledge levels the playing field. 3️⃣ Strategic Advantage: Equip yourself with the knowledge to make informed decisions and engage in more productive negotiations. Empower yourself by reviewing and understanding these templates—it's a critical step toward securing favorable terms and building a solid foundation for your startup’s future. ✨ #Startups #TermSheets #YCombinator #VC #Founder #Investing #Entrepreneurship #Funding

⏰ Just 2 hours left until my Startup Fundraising webinar starts today at 12am CET! Don't miss your chance to discover the strategies behind setting valuations and negotiating terms for successful financing rounds. Register now and take your fundraising efforts to the next level! https://lnkd.in/eErKmN-V

💼 Calling all entrepreneurs and investors! Ready to elevate your startup fundraising game? My upcoming webinar will equip you with essential knowledge to negotiate terms and valuations for closing your fundraise or investment deal. Gain insider insights and stay ahead in the competitive funding landscape. Secure your seat now! https://lnkd.in/ehjxVQWq

Explaining 2x Liquidation Preferences in one picture💡 Ever wondered what a 2x participating liquidation preference entails? Let's break it down! Liquidation Preference: It's investor downside protection in case of a lower-than-expected exit value. Here's what you need to know: 1️⃣ Multiple: Determines the amount an investor receives before other shareholders. Usually expressed as a multiple of their investment, like 1x. 2️⃣ Participating vs. Non-Participating: Know the difference! Non-participating allows investors to choose between liquidation preference or proportional shareholding. Participating means they get both the agreed multiple and additional participation. 3️⃣ Cap: A safeguard for founders, setting a conversion threshold for participating investors. 4️⃣ Seniority: Understand the hierarchy in payouts, whether standard, pari passu, or tiered. Navigating these features is key for founders and investors alike. Stay informed, stay empowered! 💼✨ #VentureCapital #LiquidationPreference #Founder #Investor #Capital #Fundraising

Very much looking forward to tonights "the unicorn pitch Grand-Final" organized by StartupDorf e.V. in Düsseldorf! Happy to connect and meet.