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Business Model
A business model is a framework for creating economic value. The term business model is used to describe how a business is planned, organized and operates in order to cover expenses and generate a profit.
Business Stages
- Idea Stage
- Start-up
- Growth
- Maturity
Business Funding Stages
- Pre-Seed Funding (Idea Stage)
- Seed Funding (Start-up / Creation Stage)
- First, Second, and Third Funding Stage (Growth)
- Second, Third, and Bridge Funding Stage (Growth / Maturity)
Business Funding Sources
- Pre-Seed Funding (Personal Savings, Family, Friends, Angel Investors)
- Seed Funding (Angel Investors, Private Equity)
- First, Second, and Third Funding Stage (Venture Capital)
- Second, Third, and Bridge Funding Stage (Venture Capital)