Ask a CFO- A weekly Q & A on corporate finance topics

Should I prioritize growth, profitability, or long-term sustainability?

September 25, 2023 James Vanreusel
Should I prioritize growth, profitability, or long-term sustainability?
Ask a CFO- A weekly Q & A on corporate finance topics
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Ask a CFO- A weekly Q & A on corporate finance topics
Should I prioritize growth, profitability, or long-term sustainability?
Sep 25, 2023
James Vanreusel

Welcome back to another insightful episode of Ask a CFO! I'm James Vanreusel, Founder and CEO at Vanreusel Ventures, and I'm thrilled to have you join us today. 

In this episode, we tackle a question that often plagues startups and companies alike when they're raising funds or engaging with investors: Should they prioritize growth, profitability, or long-term sustainability? We'll explore each term individually, dissecting the implications and considerations associated with them. 

Whether you're a VC-backed startup seeking rapid growth, a mature company aiming for profitability, or an organization focused on environmental and social impact, we've got you covered. Join us as we navigate the intricacies of these approaches and shed light on how they shape your business trajectory. Let's dive right in!

Key takeaways:

  • Choosing between growth, profitability, and long-term sustainability depends on factors such as the investor type, business model, and long-term goals.
  • VC-backed startups prioritize rapid growth, while profitability indicates a more mature stage of development.
  • Long-term sustainability encompasses ESG factors and influences talent attraction and retention.


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Show Notes

Welcome back to another insightful episode of Ask a CFO! I'm James Vanreusel, Founder and CEO at Vanreusel Ventures, and I'm thrilled to have you join us today. 

In this episode, we tackle a question that often plagues startups and companies alike when they're raising funds or engaging with investors: Should they prioritize growth, profitability, or long-term sustainability? We'll explore each term individually, dissecting the implications and considerations associated with them. 

Whether you're a VC-backed startup seeking rapid growth, a mature company aiming for profitability, or an organization focused on environmental and social impact, we've got you covered. Join us as we navigate the intricacies of these approaches and shed light on how they shape your business trajectory. Let's dive right in!

Key takeaways:

  • Choosing between growth, profitability, and long-term sustainability depends on factors such as the investor type, business model, and long-term goals.
  • VC-backed startups prioritize rapid growth, while profitability indicates a more mature stage of development.
  • Long-term sustainability encompasses ESG factors and influences talent attraction and retention.


Send your question to #AskaCFO

Sign up for the free starter membership below for access to free resources and financial tools which are created to support you at every step of your journey.

Click HERE

Connect with us: 

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Twitter
Youtube
Website