[Verse 1] When buyers come knocking at your company door They speak in a language you need to explore Revenue multiples for the growth stage scene EBITDA multiples when profits are seen Early stage startups get valued on sales Mature companies tell profitability tales [Chorus] ARR times NRR equals your SaaS foundation LTV over CAC shows unit economics creation Strategic premium lifts you above the math IP and patents light up the valuation path Speak their language, know the game Turn your tech into financial fame [Verse 2] Annual recurring revenue sets your base score Net revenue retention opens up more One-twenty percent means customers expand Below ninety shows you're sinking in sand Lifetime value over customer cost Shows if your business model will be lost [Chorus] ARR times NRR equals your SaaS foundation LTV over CAC shows unit economics creation Strategic premium lifts you above the math IP and patents light up the valuation path Speak their language, know the game Turn your tech into financial fame [Bridge] Strategic premium's where the magic lives Beyond pure numbers, it's the value you give Synergies, market access, competitive moats These are the reasons the buyer writes notes Twenty to fifty percent above fair price When strategic value rolls the dice [Verse 3] LOI shows intent but terms can still bend Term sheet gets serious, negotiations transcend Definitive agreement locks it all down Each stage has levers that spin you around Earnouts shift risk to performance ahead Escrows hold money till warranties are read [Chorus] ARR times NRR equals your SaaS foundation LTV over CAC shows unit economics creation Strategic premium lifts you above the math IP and patents light up the valuation path Speak their language, know the game Turn your tech into financial fame [Outro] Patents and IP add defensive might Trade secrets and know-how bring premium light From revenue multiple to strategic play Master these metrics to win the day
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