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Are you tired of hitting roadblocks in your fundraising journey? Many startup founders face similar challenges. Our latest blog dives into the common obstacles that hinder progress and offers insights to help you overcome them. Gain a deeper understanding of these frustrations and find out how to navigate your capital-raising process more effectively. https://buff.ly/3yuVaom Steve Torso #CapitalRaising #StartupChallenges #Fundraising #Entrepreneurship #InvestorRelations #StartupSuccess #BusinessGrowth

Numbers are just numbers, but their true value lies in figuring out what works best for you… 🎉 After 5 years of running startups, mentoring founders and consulting I finally found the perfect mix for me to be happy, fulfilled and challenged! 🧐 What I realized in those years is that a lot of people will reach out to you when you had a successful funding round or when you grew your presence online to 100.000+ followers but what they don’t see is that the road to get there included a lot of struggles, doubts, tough times and sleepless nights. 🌄 And yes, in this moment I feel like I have figured it out but I can promise you this that that feeling will fade and I will have to go on the journey to figuring it out again! #life #consistency #funding #socialgrowth #realestate #community CoFunding | Vivel Network | Showcasing

Great news for our entrepreneurial community! We've recently updated our exclusive investor list with fresh entries to supercharge your startup's journey. If you thought our previous list was invaluable, wait until you see what we've added now. With this updated list, you have even more opportunities to connect with potential investors who are eager to invest in groundbreaking ideas like yours. And if you're not yet a member, what are you waiting for? Sign up today for free and gain immediate access to our constantly evolving resource of potential investors. This updated list is just one of the many tools we provide to support your startup's growth and success. Don't let this opportunity pass you by. Join our community, access the updated investor list, and start making those crucial connections today. Your next big investor could be just one click away. #StartupNetworks #Fundraising #NewOpportunities #UpdatedInvestorList #StartupGrowth

In this FREE webinar from Focused For Business and FounderCatalyst, we'll cover "6 Things Every Founder Needs to Know to Raise Funding.". Hatty Fawcett and Sam Simpson have supported literally thousands of founders with their funding journey so please join us on Friday 24th May at 12pm and we'll discuss the 6 top items that we wish every founder knew before they started their journey. Signup link in the comments hashtag #Startups hashtag #InvestmentInsights hashtag #Funding

Happy #EntrepreneursDay to all the hustlers out there! Did you know there are over 150 million startups around the globe? But here’s a tough pill to swallow: one-third of them crash due to a lack of product demand, and the overall failure rate? A whopping 90%! As a first-gen entrepreneur navigating this wild ride, I’ve learned a few things (though by far my journey is just started) - Spend smart, save smart – it’s all about playing the long game. - Failures will happen. Take them on the chin and see them as the cost of growth. - Fundraising early might feel tempting, but it can mess with your vision. Raise funds when it feels right and stay in control of your narrative. - Every day comes with challenges – better build up a bank of positive reasons to keep pushing forward! - Don’t try to master everything. Focus on your strengths and delegate where you can. Everyone’s journey is different, and I’m still figuring out mine. Would love to hear your take on this rollercoaster ride! #StartupLife #FirstGenEntrepreneur #KeepPushing

Having an experienced mentor to advise you on the pros and cons of each decision is an invaluable resource. Founders must be prepared, know what their priorities are, and know what they are willing to give up and sacrifice in exchange for positive results. Book- The Art of Startup Fundraising By- Alejandro Cremade

Your pitch, my help. June edition 💪   Continuing good traditions – I’m again opening 5 slots for this month to help early stage founders on their investor pitch. This time will run "pitch diagnostics" sessions. I’ll give you hands-on easy to implement pointers on general message, slides and performance. This feedback will help you execute the needed changes on your own and make your pitch shine for the last investor related events in Spring/Summer season or for your general fundraising.     I’m opening 5 spots next month (on June 11 & 12). Out of the 5, I’m doing 1 session pro bono. You can be eligible for pro bono help, if your startup has clear social impact. ❤️   If interested – send me a message in DMs and I’ll guide you through the process. If not relevant to you yourself, maybe you know someone who needs it – spread the word 🙏   In the last 8 years I’ve trained 500+ startup founders at Startup Wise Guys, Riga TechGirls, Startup school of schools and more. My stronghold is hook & storyline, decluttering the slides and giving very practical hands-on advice depending on where your strong and weak sides are. #PublicSpeaking #PitchPerfect #Fundraising #StartupLife #Socialimpact

🚀 Calling All Innovators: America's Seed Fund Week is Here! 🌱💡 Are you ready to skyrocket your startup? 🚀 America's Seed Fund Week is just around the corner, and it could be your ticket to unlocking new partnerships and R&D funding! Why You Can't Miss This: • $4 BILLION annually for small business R&D • Direct access to US Government partnerships • Simplified process (forget what you've heard!) • Expert guidance every step of the way The Nitty-Gritty: • When: February 11-13 • Where: Virtual event • Who: Entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses with innovative solutions Myth-Busting Time: "It's too hard." WRONG! "It's not worth it." THINK AGAIN! "I won't qualify." DON'T SELL YOURSELF SHORT! The SBIR/STTR landscape has evolved, and the opportunities are MASSIVE. This could be your catalyst for exponential growth! Ready to Launch? 1. Register now: https://lnkd.in/e-mPdnut 2. Prepare your groundbreaking ideas 3. Get ready to network with industry leaders Don't let this chance slip through your fingers. Your next big break is just a click away! Questions? Concerns? Need a pep talk? Drop a comment below, and let's chat! 💬 #AmericasSeedFund #InnovationFunding #StartupGrowth #SBIRSTTR

Nobody ever claimed that running a business was simple. There will always be times when you wonder if becoming an entrepreneur is worth it, regardless of where you are in the startup process—whether you're just starting, have recently raised money, or are prepared to launch your product. Keep your head up and don't give up and throw in the metaphorical white towel. #startyourownbusiness #businessgrowth #entrepreneurmindset

Starting a new business can be a daunting task for many reasons, and one of the biggest challenges faced by entrepreneurs is raising funds to get their vision off the ground. The good news is that there are many funding myths out there that can be debunked to help new business owners make informed decisions about their fundraising efforts. This article aims to help SMEs and business owners by addressing five common misconceptions about startup funding. Read now: https://lnkd.in/eU6zmHum