Sep 2, 2026
Pilot's Service Model: How Outsourced Accounting Delivers the Work, and When It Breaks
Where Pilot’s accounting model works - and where it breaks.
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Insights for ambitious founders
Expert strategies on fundraising, operations, and scaling your startup, from the team behind Quill.
Operations, Fundraising StrategyJul 7, 2026
When Should You Hire a Fractional CFO?
A fractional CFO without the systems underneath is useless. Before you hire one, figure out whether your problem is senior judgment or operational chaos. At most stages, it's the latter.
Resources, StructuringMay 6, 2026
How to Set Up and Manage Your Cap Table Before Fundraising
Keep your ownership structure clean, investor-ready, and properly modeled from day one - so your cap table never derails a deal.
Resources, OperationsApr 21, 2026
How to Control Burn Rate After Closing a Funding Round
Master post-raise spend management so your capital lasts long enough to hit the milestones that unlock your next round.
Structuring, ResourcesMar 31, 2026
Startup Runway Calculator: How Long Will Your Cash Last?
Wondering how much time you have left before your startup runs out of cash? Use our guide!
OperationsJul 24, 2025
Understanding Burn Multiples
Learn about burn multiples – how much cash you spend to generate each additional dollar of ARR. A critical efficiency metric that helps founders justify their spending to investors.
Founder Stories Jul 16, 2025
Raising Series A in a Down Market with Datavations
Why the "DIY approach" to Series A fundraising is actually the riskiest strategy.