








Educational resources for self-learners
Loss Aversion - S2:E2: My Retirement Podcast with Brendan Halligan
Expert interview with Dr. Greg Davies on Prospect Theory and loss aversion. Learn why losses feel twice as impactful as gains, with real-world examples applicable to startup fundraising, investor psychology, and loyalty systems.
Trading Psychology: Prospect / Loss-Aversion Theory
Louise Cooper from CooperCity.co.uk discusses how we irrationally avoid losses more than we value gains. #tradingpsychology #prospecttheory #lossaversion #trading
Behavioral Finance
Duke University's course on Behavioral Finance, covering biases and decision-making.
Ali Abdaal
Ali Abdaal is a former doctor turned entrepreneur, bestselling author, and a prominent productivity and self-improvement content creator. He creates content on productivity, effective learning techniques, self-development, personal finance, entrepreneurship, and technology.
What is the difference between net income and gross income?
A straightforward explanation of gross vs. net income, with concrete examples. Lists common income sources like salary, overtime, bonuses, commissions, freelance work, and app-based gigs—useful for anyone working in tech, running a side project, or freelancing. Details why knowing these distinctions matters for budgeting, loan applications, and long-term planning, which are crucial concepts for startup founders and freelancers.
Noel Lorenzana, CPA
Noel Lorenzana is a Certified Public Accountant with over 30 years of experience in taxes, accounting, and general business. He creates educational content on financial topics, specializing in helping individuals and small businesses with tax preparation, bookkeeping, and IRS tax issues.
Carta
A San Francisco–based technology company that provides cloud-based equity management software for private companies, helping them manage capitalization tables, valuations, regulatory compliance, fund administration, and tax documentation.
Gross vs. Net Pay Calculator
This article defines gross pay as the total earnings before any deductions and net pay as the actual take-home amount after all taxes and benefits are withheld. It lists common deductions and highlights why understanding the difference is important for accurate payroll processing, tax compliance, and budgeting.
The Complete Guide to Startup Fundraising (Seed to Series C)
This detailed guide systematically breaks down each phase of startup fundraising, including preparation, discovery & outreach, pitch & meetings, due diligence, and term sheet & negotiation. It offers practical timelines, milestones, and real-world investor insights.
Understanding Income: Gross vs. Net Pay and Different Sources
This article provides a clear breakdown of income types, the difference between gross and net pay, and various income sources, essential for effective personal finance management.
Get Personalized Recommendations
Sign up to get personalized learning resource recommendations tailored to your goals.
