Uncover the Tiguri Approach to Success
- Guy van der Walt
- Nov 10
- 4 min read
Success in venture building is not about theory or fluff. It’s about real outcomes, control, and execution. At Tiguri, we don’t waste time on jargon or empty promises. We operate with Swiss precision, focusing on what works in the trenches. I’m Guy, a founder and operator who builds, fixes, and executes. Here’s how we turn investor “no’s” into investable companies and why our approach is different.
Why Traditional Mentoring and Accelerators Can Fail
Too many public innovation systems and accelerators promise growth but deliver paperwork. They focus on optics, not outcomes, and potential, not proof. Reports pile up, buzzwords multiply, and founders end up chasing grants instead of customers.
These programmes often measure progress in presentations, not profit. Founders get trapped in cycles of applications and KPIs, while commercial traction stalls. Investors see activity but no clear route to exit, scale, or sustainable value.
When momentum fades, most offer more advice, not leadership. They convene panels instead of building solutions. Execution gets outsourced to “future rounds.”
We reject that model.
At Tiguri, we work with founders and investors who demand commercial reality. We step in when ventures stall; to triage, rebuild, and return them to growth. Our focus is execution, evidence, and enterprise value.
No fluff. No filler. Just ventures built to scale or exit.
Tiguri Growth Strategies: The Core of Our Work
Our growth strategies are built on deal readiness and commercial rebuilding. We don’t guess what’s wrong: we diagnose, fix, and execute. Here’s how:
Deal Readiness Diagnostic
This is a strict qualification gate. We assess whether a venture is fundable or fixable. It’s a no-nonsense call that weeds out distractions and focuses on what matters: traction, market fit, and commercial viability.
Commercial Engine Sprint
For ventures that need rebuilding, this workshop is a hands-on sprint. We dive into sales, marketing, product-market fit, and operational execution. The goal is to create a commercial engine that drives revenue and investor interest.
Fractional CCO and Portfolio Rescue
For investors and founders who need ongoing leadership, we provide fractional Chief Commercial Officers or portfolio rescue services. This is where we roll up our sleeves and lead execution until the venture hits its next milestone.
Our approach is productised, fixed-price, and outcome-driven. We don’t sell consultancy hours; we sell commercial reality.
How We Turn Investor “No’s” Into Investable Companies
Investors reject 99% of deals. That’s a brutal reality. But many of those “no’s” are not dead ends; they’re just stalled or underdeveloped ventures. Here’s how we convert them:
Triage with precision. We identify the exact reasons for rejection: whether it’s weak traction, poor product-market fit, or flawed commercial strategy.
Rebuild with focus. We fix the core issues, often in under 90 days, by aligning the team on execution priorities.
Return with proof. We agree and deliver measurable results; revenue growth, customer acquisition, or operational improvements. These are the things that make the venture investable.
This process is not theoretical. It’s based on real transactions and outcomes. We’ve seen portfolio companies go from zero traction to follow-on funding within months.
What You Can Expect From a Deal Readiness Call
The Deal Readiness Call is our first and most important step. It’s free but highly selective. Here’s what happens:
We ask tough questions about your business model, traction, team, and market.
We assess if you’re fundable or fixable. No sugarcoating.
We identify gaps and recommend the right next step: either the Deal Readiness Diagnostic or the Commercial Engine Sprint.
This call is not a sales pitch. It’s a qualification gate designed to save you time and focus your efforts on what really matters.
If you pass, you get access to workshops that deliver real, measurable outcomes. If not, you get honest feedback and a clear path forward.
Why Execution Leadership Matters More Than Advice
Advice is cheap. Execution is hard. Most ventures fail because they lack commercial leadership that can drive results. At Tiguri, we provide:
Hands-on leadership. We don’t just advise; we lead sales, marketing, and operational execution.
Swiss precision. Every action is measured, tracked, and adjusted based on real data.
Commercial focus. We prioritise revenue, customer acquisition, and investor readiness above all else.
This is why our clients see traction where others see dead ends. Execution leadership is the difference between a stalled venture and a scalable business.
Taking the Next Step With Tiguri
If you’re serious about building a real business or fixing a stalled portfolio company, the first step is simple: book a free Deal Readiness Call. This call will:
Qualify your venture’s fundability.
Identify the right workshop to rebuild or accelerate growth.
Set you on a path to measurable commercial outcomes.
From there, you can engage in fixed-price workshops designed to deliver traction fast. For those needing ongoing support, we offer fractional CCO and portfolio rescue services that provide hands-on execution leadership.
This is not consultancy. This is commercial reality.
Success is not about chasing grants or reports. It’s about control, execution, and real outcomes. That’s the Tiguri approach. If you want to move from rejection to traction, from theory to practice, start with a Deal Readiness Call today. We’ll tell you where you stand and how to get to where you want to be.
No fluff. No filler. Just results.