The Fundraising Angel

It's harder for an average startup to secure external funding than at any time I can remember. This has come about because of a combination of mistakes made by VCs in the recent past when they invested too much into too many startups that were overvalued, and the recent frenzy over AI. #startups #founders #startupfunding #venturecapital #venturefunding #thefundraisingangel #notfromsiliconvallley

Background: For a business to become antifragile, one of the most important concepts you could ever learn is the concept of bounded rationality. This indeed unlocks a plethora of mental models you can use for your business growth, let me further highlight one of the concepts that changed my way to understand the business world: antifragility! What does it mean to become antifragile? #antifragile #becomeantifragile #businessstrategy #futureproof #shockproof #startups

In the fast-paced world of startups, understanding the market landscape is crucial for success. The TAM SAM SOM calculation framework has long been a guiding light for entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the vast ocean of potential customers. In 2024, the calculation of Total Addressable Market (TAM), Serviceable Addressable Market (SAM), and Serviceable Obtainable Market (SOM) #businessmodel #founders #fundraising #jamesspurway #startupfundraising #startups #tamsamsom #thefundraisingangel #venturecapital #ventureinvestors

Introduction In the fast-paced realm of startups, the race to secure external investment is a marathon, not a sprint. One crucial tool in your entrepreneurial arsenal is the Minimum Viable Product (MVP). As you'll see below from the Minimum Viable Product Definition, it’s not just a buzzword; it's a strategic approach that can make or break your venture. #businessmodel #founders #fundraising #jamesspurway #pmf #startupfundraising #startups #success #thefundraisingangel #venturecapital #ventureinvestors

Introduction Identifying the best startup accelerators in 2024 is on the one hand straightforward. However, navigating the startup accelerator landscape can be a daunting task, especially for first-time entrepreneurs. With so many programs to choose from, each with its own unique focus and requirements, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. #founders #fundraising #jamesspurway #startupaccelerators #startupadvisor #startupbusinessmodels #startupfundraising #startups #thefundraisingangel

Introduction In the competitive world of startups, securing funding is often the key to success. To convince investors to part with their hard-earned money, entrepreneurs must master the art of pitching. A compelling pitch can transform a promising idea into a thriving business, while a weak one can leave even the most innovative concept floundering. #founders #jamesspurway #startupfundraising #startups

What I mean by a VC PITCH DECK is one that is up to the standard that a VC investor would expect to receive. Even if you are not yet raising external capital, or raising a small round for friends, family and angel investors, it pays to do the work now and get your deck up to scratch. What's The Aim Of A VC Pitch Deck? You might read my quote above and think - huh! It gets worse, however. #businessmodel #founders #fundraising #jamesspurway #startupfundraising #startups #success #thefundraisingangel #VCPitchDeck #venturecapital #ventureinvestors

As Startup Founders or people working in the Startup Ecosystem, you probably heard the terms Business Model vs Revenue Model used in conversations. And you probably had the impression that there are one and the same. I can understand that. To ensure I got the “facts straight” on this topic, I naturally referred to authority figures and companies from within the Startup/Venture Capital space. #businessmodel #founders #fundraising #jamesspurway #revenuemodel #startupfundraising #startups #success #thefundraisingangel #venturecapital #ventureinvestors

I’ve been hanging out in chatrooms, talking to some automation experts, completing AI certificates on #LinkedInlearning, and reading great content that I received about creating a winning AI and Automation strategy. Your AI and Automation Strategy Let’s talk about #Automation… One of my favourite automation experts is Ed Axe. He runs an agency called Axe Automation. #AI #automation #founders #jamesspurway #scaleups #smes #startups

Introduction In today's ever-evolving business landscape, the subscription business model has emerged as a powerful force, transforming how entrepreneurs and small businesses generate revenue. The days of one-off transactions have given way to the recurring revenue model, where customers sign up for monthly or periodic subscriptions to access products or services. #affiliate #business #coding #onlinebusiness #SaaS #software #startup #subscription