The order of slides in your pitch deck
[vc_row pix_particles_check=””][vc_column][vc_column_text]All businesses are different, and all pitch decks aren’t created equal. However, the order of slides is usually similar across most decks. The fundraising market has tightened between 2022 […]
How to master the concluding slides of your Pitch Deck
For those who know pitch decks well, everything makes sense. But what about those that don’t? Before building your pitch deck you need to understand how to do it and […]
What are data rooms and what should you store inside?
When pursuing the investment route, you must be prepared for a due diligence process. Investors may have a comprehensive checklist of items they require, while angels might request some items […]
The Perfect Plot for Your Investor Communication Strategy
“The One-Pager is the Movie Poster The Pitch Deck is the Movie Trailer, The Business Plan is the Full Movie.” This striking analogy from the film industry was drawn by […]
Understanding Pre-Money Valuation
Determining the pre-money valuation of a startup is often considered more of an art than a science, leading many entrepreneurs to grapple with a process that seems frustratingly opaque. Unlike […]
Deciding between a million-dollar business and a lifestyle venture
In this post, I want to dive into a different subject than my previous ones. The choice between building a scalable, million-dollar business or establishing a sustainable lifestyle business that […]
You are judged on how you treat competitors
In any competition, whether in sports, academia, or the business arena, how you regard and discuss your competitors can significantly influence both your strategy and the perception others have of […]
Choose your VC wisely based on ticket size
Finding the right VC fund can be a pivotal step. The amount you need to raise plays a crucial role in determining the appropriate VC partner. Today, I’ll guide you […]
Why is it important to understand stock option pools?
When entrepreneurs begin the journey of raising capital for their startups, they often encounter the concept of a “stock option pool.” This is an important element in the fundraising process […]
Do you have a pitch deck template I could follow?
It’s a question that lands in my inbox with clockwork regularity: “Do you have a pitch deck template that actually works?” A short Google search will bombard you with […]
Turning “No Thanks” into “Tell Me More”
The journey of securing investment for your startup is indeed a challenge. One that demands a keen understanding of the investment landscape. The road to attracting capital is filled […]
The notion of “smart money” in the context of venture capital
The notion of “Smart Money” in the context of venture capital (VC) refers to the additional value that VCs claim to provide beyond mere financial investment. This can include […]