Startup Advisory Clinic

These 4 female founders speak up on women receiving less VC funding

These 4 female founders speak up on women receiving less VC funding

With the recent discussion on gender equality in business, these women founders open up on their startup journey and their perspectives on the issue.
Christopher Quek · · 6 min read
Your startup is not a democracy, so stop running it like one

Your startup is not a democracy, so stop running it like one

Although it seems fair, having all founders in a startup own equal shares is more detrimental to the startup than meets the eye.
Christopher Quek · · 5 min read
Your IP questions answered by legal director of Singapore’s Intellectual Property Office

Your IP questions answered by legal director of Singapore’s Intellectual Property Office

When members leave your startup and take valuable intellectual property with them, it’s time to think about IP. Trina Ha from IPOS answers your questions.
Christopher Quek · · 6 min read
Know these 7 legal contracts before starting up in Singapore, or risk facing liabilities

Know these 7 legal contracts before starting up in Singapore, or risk facing liabilities

Many founders jump into building a startup without considering important legal issues, but these never seem to be a problem until they actually become one.
Christopher Quek · · 7 min read

These signs mean it’s time to let go of your startup (but moving on is never easy)

The spark and honeymoon period have gone away and reality has sunk in. Here are the signs entrepreneurs may be wavering and when it’s time to let go.
Christopher Quek · · 5 min read
  • Insights

Why many Singapore entrepreneurs fail to think big

For investors, they look for the next big win. A startup with limited growth potential will not be high on their list for consideration.
Christopher Quek · · 5 min read

How to think like a VC before asking for funding

“Do I trust you with my money?”
Christopher Quek · · 7 min read

How military leadership training shaped us as entrepreneurs

Some argue that skills picked up in military training cannot be applied in corporate life. These army officers-turned-entrepreneurs think otherwise.
Christopher Quek · · 11 min read

Mom, I’m going to be an entrepreneur

Emotions can run high when informing parents of the decision to start up. Here’s how to keep the situation under control.
Christopher Quek · · 8 min read

How to successfully build connections in the startup world

Respecting introductions, the cost of reputation capital, and remembering the importance of gratitude.
Christopher Quek · · 5 min read