This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• The founder's dilemma: Stepping down as CEO
• How much should founders pay themselves?
• CEO direct reports need to be 'owners' not just 'helpers'

This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• US investors pursue more European deals
• How to get warm intros from current investors
• Tell VCs why they shouldn't invest

This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• As valuations soften, investment criteria harden
• Learning how to pitch in person - again
• Don't forget that follow-up investor email

This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• Investment research lets founders level the VC playing field
• Funding references must work both ways
• 'Stealth mode' and why NDAs don't work

This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• Follow-on rounds less certain as VCs increase diligence
• Moats that deliver long-term advantage for the startup
• How to trigger the emotional buying decision

This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• CVC investments providing more options for founders
• M&A market booming driven by new trends
• Family Offices are a burgeoning source of investment capital