Process

By their very nature, no two startups are exactly alike. Because of that, JSU tailors it's working relationship differently with each of our clients. The basic outline of steps would include:

Initial Meeting
An initial meeting during which we discuss the current and future needs of the company. This meeting could be long and involved or quite short, depending upon how much assistance the company is looking for at that particular time. JSU has done this before, and hence we know what questions to ask and when to just listen.

Scope of Work
We create a Scope of Work. This is done jointly by JSU and the client and is very much a living document.

Fee Structure
There are several ways JSU's fees can be structured. For some clients, a monthly retainer is most appropriate. For others who will be relying on additional contract employees as well as JSU, an hourly rate is may be better. Generally, the rate is comprised of a combination of cash and equity, with the mix being mutually agreed upon in advance.

Contract
Both parties then sign the contract. This not only includes the Scope of Work and fees, but is also a comprehensive Nondisclosure Agreement, designed to protect both parties.

Transition
There will come a time where it makes sense from a workload perspective for a permanent employee to be brought on board to take over some, if not all, of the work being done by JSU. It is our job to work ourselves out of a job and we will actively help you find the person to take over and make sure that he or she has all of the training he/she needs to be a success. Included in this will be a secure web-page on our site with the contact information for all of the vendors you have been working with. And, we never just disappear. If you need us back again, we'll be there for you.