Notes: June 14, 2025

What's the real value of my startup?

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…and now back to our notes.

Startup Valuation Methods: 8 Approaches Investors Use

• The Berkus Method: Valuing Potential Over Revenue

  • Here’s how it works: investors break your startup into five categories — the idea itself, the strength of your team, how far your product has come, the product’s launch readiness, and any strategic relationships you’ve lined up.