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StartupStage: We transform founders from overwhelm to growth with implemented systems, not just advice. Our fractional team builds foundations, launches operations, and scales businesses without sacrificing control at founder-friendly prices.

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Apr 3

We built StartupStage because we've been there - sacrificing equity for advice that didn't come with implementation.

The Anti-Accelerator was born from that frustration.

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 1d

It’s not the 80% that makes or breaks your business—it’s the missing 20%. Sometimes, the right perspective isn’t about doing more, it’s about getting the final, small piece of the puzzle right.🧩 #StartupStrategy #FounderWisdom

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 4d

Patrick McGuire has worn nearly every hat in the startup world: founder, advisor, board member, fractional CRO/CMO, and more. But at the core, his passion remains the same: building, strategizing, and guiding the next generation of entrepreneurs.
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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 8d

Patrick McGuire calls himself a capital connector, helping founders access the right funding pathways without falling into the traps of traditional accelerators. His experience shows why sustainability (for both founders and advisors) is key to long-term growth. 💡

StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 9d

Entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster🎢
The highs don’t last forever, and neither do the lows. Patrick McGuire shares a powerful reminder: tough times are temporary, good times are fleeting, and what matters most is staying humble and pushing forward. https://bit.ly/3W9S4yB

StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 14d

"Your dev team leads your sales.” Sounds crazy? Patrick McGuire explains why aligning product, sales, and marketing starts with the roadmap and how most founders get it completely backward. #FounderTips #StartupGrowth

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 17d

Patrick McGuire (Founder, Investor, Advisor, and Fractional CRO) shares why early-stage founders need to think differently about fundraising: how much to raise, when dilution becomes dangerous, and why the “$1M ask” no longer works.

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 20d

Ellen Murphy, founder of Sona, shares how making their software free, simple, and installable in under 5 minutes has helped them gain traction, even in large healthcare systems.

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 22d

🚨 Last chance alert! 🚨 StartupStage is moving to a new flat rate of $297/month starting tomorrow (October 1). Lock in our $199/month forever price before then!
✅ One price. Everything included
✅ 30-day free trial
✅ 30-day money-back guarantee
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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 24d

Ellen Murphy built something simple, but deeply meaningful to parents everywhere. Her startup story is a reminder that the most powerful innovations are often rooted in real human moments.

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 24d

One price. All the value. StartupStage has been $199/month for everything, but on October 1 that changes to $297/month. Until then, you can join our community at the $199/month for life rate. https://bit.ly/3G6OVLR

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 26d

StartupStage is leveling up. 🚀 On Oct 1, our new pricing becomes $297/month for everything. But here’s the deal: get in now and you’re locked at $199/month for life.
This is your last shot to grab the founding rate. https://bit.ly/3G6OVLR
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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · 28d

Ellen Murphy saw how advanced ultrasound imaging had become, but also how outdated the experience still felt for parents. So she built something better.👶✨ #FounderStory #StartupStage

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Sep 21

Sometimes all it takes is the right message at the right moment.
Ellen Murphy, Founder of Sona, was at a crossroads when a StartupStage newsletter opened up a new path! #StartupSupport

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Sep 18

Growth doesn’t always require a grand plan. Sometimes, it’s as simple as thoughtful outreach and revisiting the other timeless tactics that actually work. #FounderAdvice

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Sep 15

Hard times and brick walls are inevitable for founders, but there's always a way to pivot. Surrounding yourself with a supportive network can make all the difference. #FounderSupport

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Sep 12

Planning 5 years out? You might be building for a world that won’t exist.
Shay Prosser shares why adaptability > rigidity and why today’s founders need curiosity, not blind certainty.

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Sep 9

Where do you go for trusted support? Being a founder can be lonely, and there is a lack of safe spaces to get honest help. StartupStage was built to change that.✨ #FounderSupport

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Sep 6

From Microsoft to scrappy startup life, Shay Prosser has seen it all. Her journey makes her a powerful fractional resource for founders navigating early-stage chaos.💥 #StartupStories

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Sep 4

You don't know what you don't know. For early-stage founders, that blind spot can be a major pitfall. Having a guide during this process is essential. #StartupTips

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Aug 31

StartupStage gives founders a private, distraction-free community where serious founders connect, collaborate, and grow. 🚀🌟 https://bit.ly/3G6OVLR

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Aug 27

StartupStage helped one founder go from overwhelmed to confidently scaling. Sometimes all it takes is the right support and a fresh perspective. 💡✨ https://bit.ly/3G6OVLR

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Aug 24

Partnerships and pivots often make all the difference. Staying open = staying successful. 📈✨

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Aug 21

When Jeremy Holland took over StartupStage, the mission was clear: to build a trusted space where startups can turn for support. 🤝 https://bit.ly/3G6OVLR

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Aug 18

Sometimes the start of something big doesn’t come with a clear pathway--just instinct, passion, and a feeling you can’t ignore.✨ https://bit.ly/3G6OVLR

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StartupStage @thestartupstage.bsky.social · Aug 14

So many startups don't make it, just because they hit a wall and had no one to call. This is why StartupStage exists: to be there when it actually counts! 💪 https://bit.ly/3G6OVLR

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