The Spreds Blog

Understanding the role of crowdfunding in startup financing

— 2 minutes read

[ChatGPT Image Jun 4, 2025 at 07_41_50 AM.png] A startup’s journey is anything but linear. It goes through key phases, each requiring different resources, performance metrics… and the right kind of investors. The Startup Lifecycle: Clearly Defined Stages Traditionally, a startup progresses through several stages: 1... read more

The Scorecard: a new way to evaluate companies on Spreds

— Other — 4 minutes read

[People watching a laptop screen.webp] The Fact Sheet as you knew it is now a thing of the past. From now on, all equity campaigns launched on our platform will feature the Scorecard, a more structured and objective evaluation tool. This Scorecard is designed to provide investors with a clearer, data-driven way to assess early-stage companies... read more

Second Round Financing

— Other | Investment tips — 4 minutes read

[Screenshot 2025-01-22 at 17.08.32.png] This week, with the support of our Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance, Eline Murat, we’re focusing on the second round of funding and its implications for both investors and entrepreneurs. You may wonder why we’re shining the spotlight on the second round rather than the first... read more

What is a business model?

— Other — 1 minute read

[slidebean-HH7OwIClUsY-unsplash.jpg] A business model is the strategic framework a company uses to create, deliver, and capture value. It defines how a business operates, generates revenue, and sustains itself over time. A business model addresses key components that ensure a company's profitability and growth while meeting customer needs... read more

What is a business plan?

— Other — 2 minutes read

[meeting.jpg] A business plan is a comprehensive document that outlines a company's objectives, strategies, and operational plans. It serves as a blueprint for how the business intends to achieve its goals, secure funding, and manage its growth. A business plan addresses critical elements that help guide decision-making and communicate the company's vision to stakeholders... read more

What is a SWOT?

— 1 minute read

[clark-tibbs-oqStl2L5oxI-unsplash.jpg] A SWOT analysis is a strategic planning tool used to evaluate a company's internal and external environment. It helps identify Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats to understand the current state of the business and inform strategic decisions... read more

Competitor analysis VS Competitive advantage analysis

— Other — 2 minutes read

[compare-fibre-YS_FCbcD5KM-unsplash.jpg] Competitor Analysis Definition: A competitor analysis focuses on studying and evaluating external players in the market, including their strengths, weaknesses, strategies, and overall operations. It identifies who the key competitors are and how they are positioned in the industry relative to the company... read more