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Failure, pivots & shutdowns
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How do I shut down my startup with dignity when it's over?
Decide clearly, tell people early, and wind down cleanly, pay what you can, help your team land softly, and be honest with customers. A graceful sh...
How do I return money to investors when I'm shutting down, and how much of it?
You return whatever cash is left after clearing genuine liabilities (salaries, statutory dues, vendors), pro rata to each investor's ownership unle...
How do I decide between selling my failing startup for parts and just shutting it down?
Run the acqui-hire and asset-sale option in parallel with shutdown prep, because a soft landing that covers your obligations and lands your team go...
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