Your Startup Advisor
Startup service helping founders avoid the mistakes that kill 90% of startups.
About
Company Summary
Your Startup Advisor is a startup advisory service founded by Charles Hope. The service provides mentoring, strategic advisory, and hands-on guidance to help founders navigate the challenges of building and scaling startups.
About Charles Hope
Charles Hope is a 4-time founder with 25+ years of experience who has successfully guided 600+ startup founders to date. His expertise includes:
- Idea validation and customer discovery
- Fundraising strategy and investor relations
- Team building and leadership development
- Product-market fit and scaling operations
Services
Services are organized by startup stage:
Validating Stage
- Idea Analysis - Analyze startup concepts with proven methodologies and market research
- Customer Discovery - Identify target customers through interviews, persona development, and pain point analysis
- Co-founder Search - Partner matching, equity discussions, and founder agreements
Building Stage
- MVP Development - Product roadmap, feature prioritization, and launch strategy
- Distribution & Growth - Go-to-market strategy, channel partnerships, and growth tactics
- AI & Automation Strategy - AI integration, automation, and efficiency optimization
Fundraising Stage
- Pitching & Presentations - Pitch deck creation, presentation coaching, and storytelling
- Fundraising Strategy - Investor outreach, due diligence preparation, and valuation guidance
Scaling Stage
- PMF & Scaling - Product-market fit validation, metrics, and scaling strategy
- Team Building & Hiring - Hiring strategy, team structure, and company culture
- Leadership & Management - Leadership development and management best practices
- Operations & Systems - Operational efficiency, financial management, and process optimization
Pricing
Mentoring - Free
For first-time founders and early-stage exploration.
- 30-minute sessions
- Experienced guidance on early-stage challenges
- Actionable advice
- Async support
One-Off Deep Dive - €750
Single intensive strategy session for specific decisions.
- 90-minute intensive session
- Pre-session questionnaire
- Focused guidance on challenges and goals
- Post-session summary with action items
Monthly Advisory - €2,000/month
For active building and regular strategic input. Most popular option.
- Two 45-minute calls per month
- Async support via email, phone, and Slack
- Regular guidance and accountability
- Feedback on documents and materials
Quarterly Package - €5,000 for 3 months
For committed founders seeking structured engagement. Best value.
- Six 45-minute calls (biweekly)
- Strategic planning session included
- Async support via email, phone, and Slack
- Feedback on documents and materials
What Makes Charles Different
- Founder-led advisory - Charles is a 4-time founder who has built companies, not just a consultant
- Stage-specific guidance - Services tailored to each stage from validating to scaling
- Flexible engagement models - From free mentoring to intensive quarterly packages
- Global availability - Work with founders worldwide with async support options
- Practical, actionable advice - Focus on real-world application, not theory
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Your Startup Advisor?
Your Startup Advisor is a startup advisory service founded by Charles Hope, a 4-time founder with 25+ years of experience. The service helps founders avoid the costly mistakes that kill 90% of startups through mentoring, advisory sessions, and strategic guidance across all stages of the startup journey.
Who is Charles Hope?
Charles Hope is a 4-time founder with 25+ years of experience, including 13+ years as a founder, advisor, mentor and workshop leader. He has successfully guided 600+ startup founders to date and collaborates with 13+ international startup programs. His expertise spans from idea validation to fundraising and beyond.
What services do you offer?
Services are organized by startup stage: Validating (Idea Analysis, Customer Discovery, Co-founder Search), Building (MVP Development, Distribution & Growth, AI & Automation Strategy), Fundraising (Pitching & Presentations, Fundraising Strategy), and Scaling (PMF & Scaling, Team Building & Hiring, Leadership & Management, Operations & Systems).
How much does it cost?
Four pricing tiers: Mentoring (Free), One-Off Deep Dive (€750), Monthly Advisory (€2,000/month), Quarterly Package (€5,000/3 months).
Who is this for?
Founders, startups seeking validation, founders preparing for fundraising, and scaling companies needing strategic guidance.
How do I get started?
Start with a free 30-minute call to discuss your startup and determine the best service for your needs. No strings attached.
Contact Information
Last updated: December 2025 | Return to main site