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We’re thrilled to share these words from Felice Langkamp, Founder & CEO of MYCASHMERE, after recently completing Cohort 7 of our Investment Readiness Accelerator Program (IRAP). We can't wait to see lies ahead for MYCASHMERE! 💪 Are you a startup founder looking to elevate your business? Applications are now open for Cohort 8 of IRAP, starting on July 8th! 💼 ➡️ Learn more or apply now: https://rb.gy/0kv3kl #hivefounders #entrepreneurship #acceleratorprogram #femalefounders #womeninbusiness #startups #fundraising #investmentaccelerator #investmentincubator #investment #testimonial

Over 70 meeting requests - I took a meeting with (only) 8 founders 🤝 ❓How did I decide on who to meet? Stephan Freudl will reveal his top reasons in this week's issue of Road-To-Capital Sounds interesting? 👉 You can join here: https://lnkd.in/demagBaA #venturecapital #startups #entrepreneurship -- No bs, weekly essentials you need to know about raising capital and venture capital from a 3x founder and 20x+ early-stage investor💡

𝗩𝗖 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻? 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗱 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻𝘀. In today’s market, getting funded can feel like a long shot. But while economic slowdowns can make VCs more selective, it doesn’t mean your startup has to hit a dead end. The key to standing out? A pitch deck that captures attention and drives action. 🔥 Velocity Pitch Decks specializes in transforming your pitch into an investor magnet. From refining your narrative to perfecting the data, we’ll help you tell a story that gets you noticed, even in a competitive landscape. #VelocityPitchDecks #PitchDeck #Startups #VentureCapital #Fundraising #PitchDeck #AngelInvestors #Entrepreneurship #GrowthHacking #StartupSuccess #InvestorReady #PitchPerfect

𝗩𝗖 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻? 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗱 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻𝘀. In today’s market, getting funded can feel like a long shot. But while economic slowdowns can make VCs more selective, it doesn’t mean your startup has to hit a dead end. The key to standing out? A pitch deck that captures attention and drives action. 🔥 Velocity Pitch Decks specializes in transforming your pitch into an investor magnet. From refining your narrative to perfecting the data, we’ll help you tell a story that gets you noticed, even in a competitive landscape. #VelocityPitchDecks #PitchDeck #Startups #VentureCapital #Fundraising #PitchDeck #AngelInvestors #Entrepreneurship #GrowthHacking #StartupSuccess #InvestorReady #PitchPerfect

Sequoia Capital’s Product-Market-Fit Framework ! Sequoia Capital’s Arc accelerator team put together a framework for early-stage founders that outlines 3 ways to reach PMF: 1. Hair on Fire: You’re solving an obvious but important problem in, likely, a crowded market and do it better than anyone else (example: Zoom, during the pandemic) 2. Hard Fact: You challenge a conventionally accepted fact and demonstrate an alternative (example: Superhuman). 3. Future Vision: You skate to where the puck is going. Your customers don’t even realize how much they need your solution until they use it (for example: Tesla). The Arc accelerator team at Sequoia Capital has explained each of these three ways with a case study. This is a must-read guide for all founders... 👇 👉 If you find this helpful - please like, comment & share so that it reaches founders. 🚀 Check out my free newsletter for more insights : https://lnkd.in/dKZQKHg2 . #startup #fundraising #venturecapital #funding #fundraising #founders #founderjourney #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #founderstories #startuptips #sharktankindia #siliconvalley #startups #vc #vcfund #vcfunding #funding #startups #pmf #product #sequoiacapital

I often notice a common trend in very early stage startup pitches - founders avoid talking about traction. 🤷♀️ When asked why, the classic answer is - well, there is not much to show OR that they are shying away from having numbers that don't have 5 digits. My answer usually is - well, early stage (and actually any) investors are betting on the future, not the present traction. Below you can see 3 tips on how to go about it. It might not be a common approach, but I definitely am pro honesty and reasonable conversation. Wonder if my investor friends agree? Cristobal Alonso, Azahara Vera Cobos, Günce Önür, Dag Ainsoo, Farid Singh - what do you think? #investment #fundraising #startups #pitchadvice #publicspeaking #pitch

10 Top Strategies for Raising Startup Capital The current fundraising landscape presents a formidable challenge, with the demand from companies seeking capital significantly outpacing the available supply. Investors now find themselves in a position where they have an abundance of viable options for deploying their capital. As a #founder, amidst the sea of ambitious #entrepreneurs, how can your startup stand out to a much smaller pool of investors? This challenge requires a strategic approach that transcends business models and financials and focuses on cultivating strong relationships — the often-underappreciated bridge between #founders and funders. This month, I introduce 10 transformative strategies that will fundamentally redefine how you engage with potential investors. By committing to the strategies below, you will build a relationship that is FAT — fair, aligned, transparent — priming you for capital raising success. #Startups #Startup #CapitalRaising #FundRaising #VentureCapital #VentureDebt #Entrepreneurship

These are the documents I found incredibly useful and helpful in my journey - wanted to share them with you. Because sharing is caring! 1. The essentials of a killer pitch deck by Hustle Fund: https://lnkd.in/drHRWqm8 2. How to run your first meeting with a VC: https://lnkd.in/dXwpPR94 3. How to pitch to investors by Product Market Fit: https://lnkd.in/d5NpN8yC 4. 7 Rejections by Brian Chesky: https://lnkd.in/dRmJbMbM 5. Pitch the way VCs think by Khosla Ventures: https://lnkd.in/d8BN8yXT 6. Creandum’s Seed Deck Template: https://lnkd.in/d2MM7txc 7. LinkedIn’s Series B Pitch Deck: https://lnkd.in/d_3iX2xs 8. Who makes the decision at a VC firm and how it gets made by Mark Suster: https://lnkd.in/dGRrV2r6 9. 20 Startup Investors Lists: https://lnkd.in/dUfTRwiv These resources have been a game-changer for me, and I hope they help you on your journey too. 🚀 #SharingIsCaring #Startups #Entrepreneurship #VC #PitchDeck #Fundraising #Growth

How would we feel if we have founder/mentor/Investor coming into our project? Without not much hesitation just believing into your idea or your work! The probability is much lower to have such a Co-incidence happen to you. But if it happens!! It would boost your confidence and morale, as their belief can be seen as a strong endorsement of your vision. This support can also attract further investment and talent, creating a positive momentum. Additionally, their experience and networks could provide invaluable guidance, helping to navigate challenges and accelerating the growth. **Networking is key.** #networking #investments #kolkata #startups #ecosystems

Unlocking the secrets of startup success: 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 #𝟭 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹?🤔 Dive into the discussion below and share your top choice in the comments below and let's ignite a conversation on startup funding essentials! 💡💰 #StartupInsights #CapitalStrategy #JoinTheConversation #YWRC #YouWillRaiseCapital #Capital #BusinessOwners #Business #Startups #Entrepreneurs #FundraisingSuccess