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Gross Margin for Startups. Your First Scalable Milestone.

Early revenue feels like proof that your go-to-market works, but chasing revenue alone can be misleading. There's a critical difference between growing bigger and scaling smarter

Growth without profitability isn't sustainable. So how do you prove your business can truly scale? The answer isn't revenue. It's gross margin.

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GAAP Compliance Mistakes: The $10M Loan That Nearly Fell Apart

On the surface, the company looked strong. Burn was under control. Revenue was climbing. The management team had landed strong debt financing that gave them the capital needed for continued growth. Cash balances gave the finance lead confidence that they were in good shape as they entered their first $10M+ loan with an institutional lender.

Then the audit requirement kicked in.

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Lease Accounting Under ASC 842: Why Excel Isn’t Always Enough

Tech companies face unique audit challenges, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), stock-based compensation, and capitalized software development costs. Navigating complex equity structures and staying updated on GAAP guidelines ensures compliance and strengthens investor confidence. By addressing these key areas, tech companies can streamline audits and demonstrate robust financial integrity.

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Don’t Know Where to Start With Audit Prep? Ask These 3 Questions First

Tech companies face unique audit challenges, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), stock-based compensation, and capitalized software development costs. Navigating complex equity structures and staying updated on GAAP guidelines ensures compliance and strengthens investor confidence. By addressing these key areas, tech companies can streamline audits and demonstrate robust financial integrity.

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Is Your Tech Company Audit-Ready? Top Financial Pitfalls to Avoid

Tech companies face unique audit challenges, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), stock-based compensation, and capitalized software development costs. Navigating complex equity structures and staying updated on GAAP guidelines ensures compliance and strengthens investor confidence. By addressing these key areas, tech companies can streamline audits and demonstrate robust financial integrity.

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