Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup

Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses the market for IPO's in 2012.

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Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses 10 tips to help your company get attention from angel investors.

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Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses the due diligence process for entrepreneurs and investors.

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Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses the traits to look for in hiring your first CFO as a startup or growth stage company.

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Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses his newest venture, http://www.roguecfoblueprints.com

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses the typical terms you can expect to see an angel investor require.

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In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses some tips for attracting angel investors.

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In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses valuation techniques.

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In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses the qualities of an investor quality presentation.

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In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses the qualities of an investor quality financial model.

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In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin talks about what it takes to put together an investor grade business plan.

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In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin talks about what the term Burn Rate is, and why it's important for entrepreneurs.

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In this episode Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses the pros & cons of outsourcing your executive team.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses 10 categories of apps for smartphones every CFO & business person alike should look into.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses dilution clauses and how they impact early stage investors

In this episode of the Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup, Chris Benjamin discusses how to best approach potential customers for your product or service at the early stages.

In this episode of the Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup, Chris Benjamin discusses if it is completely necessary to raise VC funds to start a company.

In this episode, Chris Benjamin the Rogue CFO discusses the various C level positions in a company, what they do, and if they are necessary in the early stages.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses what the term "burn rate" is, why it's important for you to know it, and how investors utilize the data.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin talks about a terrific book he recently read which all entrepreneurs and startups should look into.

Titled "Startup From The Ground Up" by Cynthia Kocialski, the book walks you through everything the would be and current entrepreneurs need to think about as they go from idea stage to launching a venture, all the way through an exit.

With an extensive background in management and starting companies herself, Cynthia Kocialski is definitely someone any entrepreneur can learn something from. Even myself was thoroughly engaged and educated by her book.

Check it out on Amazon:

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Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin gives an update on what's to come in 2011

In this video, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin walks you through the latest of www.roguecfoseminars.com and the new content available to help entrepreneurs, startups and growth stage companies learn all about how to raise investor capital, and providing them with the tools to make it happen.

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses the pros and cons of outsourcing various functions of your executive team such as CEO, CFO, CMO, CTO, and HR. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin talks about common investor scams out there, and how to identify and avoid them. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses where VC's acquire the capital they are investing in startup companies. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses what type of investors entrepreneurs should be seeking based on their stage in the business life cycle. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses the 3 M's: Money, Management and Marketing, needed to attract investors, and what you need to have in place. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses the do's and don'ts of finding and meeting investors for your startup. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses 10 lies venture capitalists know you are telling, and what to avoid doing. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Chris discusses the next 10 episodes coming up in the next few months for this podcast, as well as hints at a special ebook coming soon!

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In this episode, I discuss what is coming up over the summer in the podcast series. Some exciting things - Venture Capital, going public, interviews with other podcaster/investors.

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses 5 tips for entrepreneurs and growing ventures from personal experience starting a company and building a brand.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses 5 reasons businesses lose traction and start to head south, and how to avoid those pitfalls.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses why the advice SCORE provides is worth the free price tag.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses some points to consider before leaving your full time job for the more-than-full-time world of being an entrepreneur.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses 5 resources he's discovered over the years that all entrepreneurs should look into.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses dashboard reports - what they are, what they show, and how they can evolve as the company grows. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses why business incubators are not necessarily the best way to get your new venture started successfully. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses ERP (enterprise resource planning) software, it's purpose, the costs, and when startup ventures should be thinking about it. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses why the CEO should be the person looking for capital investors, not an outside hired gun. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know. In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses the standard financial reports startups must generate, and the not-so-standard reports as well. Visit the Rogue CFO at http://www.roguecfo.com

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses some techniques and tips on how to manage your cash flow: getting cash in the door quicker, and making it stay in your bank account as long as possible.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin talks about what exit strategies are typical and how they apply based on the situation of your company.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin gives you the inside scoop on how investors size up companies at the early stages. It isn't all numbers, and there are several factors you want to stress and showcase early on to investors to pass their screening criteria.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses why using some of the "free" templates available online may end up costing you more in the long run, how the quality is questionable, and the mistakes people make using free templates.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin discusses why being the first to a new market can have it's own pitfalls, and being the 2nd to a market may actually be better.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin talks about common misconceptions entrepreneurs have about venture capital: where the money comes from, how VC firms operate, their criteria for investing. The second part of the podcast talks about where to find VC's and connect with them, and more importantly how you should NOT find VC's.

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Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin explains the www.roguecfoseminars.com website, his purpose with it, the content available and coming soon.

Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin introduces his Rogue CFO Entrepreneur Educational Seminar series. The first course is available, titled "Fund Your Startup". Learn from Chris as he teaches you the in's and out's, pro's and con's and sources of investor capital.

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin talks 5 simple methods to get a quick valuation for your startup business. Beyond creating a valuation, Chris discusses what it means to ask for $X for Y% of your company, how that implies a valuation, and what you should expect when discussing your company's valuation with investors.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin talks about the ten traits an entrepreneur should possess.

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The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin talks about the problems with using business plan software instead of hiring a professional to create your plan.

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin talks about 10 mistakes entrepreneurs often make when dealing with venture capitalists. Avoid these in order to give yourself a leg up on the competition.

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin talks about blatant mistakes entrepreneurs make. Not the common ones you hear about - these are the beyond normal mistakes that you need to avoid making before even considering yourself an entrepreneur.

The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide to Launching a Startup: Everything you want to know, need to know, and no one seems to know.

In this episode, Rogue CFO Chris Benjamin introduces himself, the podcast series, and talks about what's coming in future episodes of The Rogue CFO's Expert Guide.