The ECL Journal

Thoughts on capital, growth, and the decisions behind scaling modern companies.

Capital Misconceptions: 5 Myths AI and SaaS Founders Still Believe in 2026

AI captured 52% of global VC in 2025. Yet 95% of AI pilots fail. And most founders are still raising under dangerous myths. Here's what the data actually says.

7 min read

April 20, 2026

9 Best Fractional CFO Services

Discover the top fractional CFO services for startups and small businesses and how the right fractional CFO can drive strategic financial leadership for growth.

4 min read

March 12, 2026

Beyond Culture Fit: How Founders Should Really Build Early-Stage Teams

Early teams fail from misalignment, not differences. Learn how founders should hire for mission alignment, complementary strengths, and long-term growth.

5 min read

February 19, 2026