Building and running a successful startup is hard work. Assuming you are past the "ideation" stage of your company, you will need a plan to improve your chances of success, measure results and progress, and eventually raise outside capital.

This guide includes:

• The startup cycle for success
• Hierarchy for raising captial
• Strategic planning process
• Annual operating plan
• Investor funnel
• And more

Having enough money, or fuel in the tank, to drive growth is essential when building a successful business. It's up to you to be prepared and make the right choices.