Im a co founder of a SAAS application and we found a good adviser, we just need to prioritize what we need help with and what they are comfortable advising on.
But what can we expect from the adviser? What is a typical agreement?
Is it as simple as - The adviser will offer X hours of time a month for Y? or is it more detailed than that?
It can be as simple or as complicated as you need it to be.
For my first startup we have a few board members, compensation was .5 to 1% equity for monthly meetings vested at 1 year.
They are advisors and as such you should ask them what they expect from you, you from them and provide a framework of the future together - let them know what to expect - don't waste their time and only bring them in for meetings when you are absolutely confused in your immediate path or long term goals and have them provide feedback & their network
I have served on over 40 corporate boards and advisory boards. What you can expect from any advisor depends on the advisor's experience base and character. Some advisors take all the air out of the room and require massive amounts of care and feeding. Others are nearly invisible. Probably so long as you understand what you want from the advisor and communicate it to them clearly, you will have good results. Let me know if this was helpful and if you would like to discuss the matter further.
You can expect the following things from your Rockstar advisor:
1. Make clear and specific recommendations and explain how their recommendations will help you meet your goals.
2. Explain the risks involved with every investment they recommend.
3. Answer your questions about investment products and strategies.
4. Keep your personal information safe.
5. Get your permission before buying or selling investments on your behalf, and confirm it in writing (unless you have a discretionary account or you have given someone else trading authority or power of attorney over your account).
6. Send regular account statements and meet with you at least once a year to review your information, progress and update your plan, if appropriate.
Apart from those above you should not expect these things from an advisor:
1. Guarantee market performance.
2. Buy or sell investments with unclear instructions.
3. Achieve unrealistic expectations of profit or always recommend profitable products.
Besides if you do have any questions give me a call: https://clarity.fm/joy-brotonath
