Network News: Need a soft Landing?
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Who ya gonna call?
David Roberts has seen pretty much everything in business. When I (it’s Matthew here) have a particularly tricky conversation coming up or chasing an invoice could get awkward I call David for advice. The other thing is, with the inevitability that starting a startup is amongst the most difficult things someone can do, many founders I know have had to shut down. No one starts a startup thinking that will happen but if the runway gets too short or the traction just isn’t happening, who do you call?
Well, there are options and David has founded ‘Landing’ to help with restructuring, accelerating a sale or a structured closure of the business.
Over to David to share more…
“When things aren’t working: Who Do You Call?
“In the early days, running a startup can feel like the best job in the world. You’re building something that’s yours, getting those first customers, feeling momentum every time the numbers tick up. But for so many founders, there comes a moment when it stalls. Growth slows, KPIs slip, the next investment round doesn’t land and suddenly you’re carrying it all on your own, wondering what happens next,
“That’s exactly the moment I built Landing for. We read stories about million-dollar exits and unicorn IPOs every day, but the reality is that 9 out of 10 startups don’t make it. The difference is, there’s a whole ecosystem for growth, but almost nothing for founders when things start to unravel. Landing fills that gap.
“Over the years I’ve help founders navigate the toughest parts of the journey: whether that’s fighting to save the business with smart restructuring, selling it on your terms with a clear narrative, or closing it properly so you can protect your reputation, relationships, and peace of mind.
“This is the practical support most startups never get when they need it most.
“Does this sound like you, or someone you know?”
Find your perfect Landing
Right now, David is looking to work with a few founders pro bono to build proof of concept and real stories that show this can work.
If you’re stuck, overwhelmed, or just want to know what your options look like, then get in touch (see below).
Everything you share stays 100% confidential, and sometimes just talking through the reality can open up options you didn’t know you had.
Chat to David
So if you want to find out more about the options you have you can:
Get in touch with David on david@landing.co.uk
Connect with David on LinkedIn here.
Read more on the Landing website here.
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