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Content Summary
The author is considering a cash+equity deal with a creative team due to their high pricing being out of budget. They seek advice on whether this is a good idea and discuss various options including offshore talent and subscription models.
Opinion Analysis
The mainstream opinion is that equity deals can be risky and complex, requiring clear terms and trust. Some users suggest alternatives like hiring hourly staff or finding offshore talent. There is a debate on the effectiveness of equity deals versus cash payments for creative work.
SAAS TOOLS
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USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- High cost of creative work exceeding the budget
- Difficulty in pricing creative work against company valuation
Problems to Solve:
- Need a strong story to attract users to the product
- Finding a way to afford creative work within the current budget
Potential Solutions:
- Consider a cash+equity deal with the creative team
- Explore offshore talent for cost reduction
- Consider subscription-based models for creative work
- Define clear terms and vesting for equity deals
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Using equity deals to attract creative talent when cash is limited
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Not mentioned in the post
Monetization & Product:
- Balancing equity offers with company valuation
- Ensuring clear and transparent terms in equity deals
User Engagement:
- Not mentioned in the post