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Calling all B2B Startup Founders! Are you still waiting for that call from investors to get your startup funded? It might be because your 43-slides pitch deck is not getting their attention. We’re not saying this, but, Anthony Ronga, the mastermind behind creating compelling pitch decks for B2B startups. In this podcast, Saad Arshed, COO of Xgrid, hosts Anthony Ronga, who shares valuable insights and strategies for creating a pitch deck that gets you noticed. Learn how to use the 3 Micro-Story Formula to captivate investors. Discover the right pitching approach for Seed vs. Series A funding, balance text and design for maximum impact, and master the ideal pitch deck structure. Get the insights you need to raise funds and much more! Watch Now: https://lnkd.in/ebEjKu9P Get back to building your B2B startup while our Branding POD service transforms your pitch deck into a funding magnet: https://bit.ly/3WIsQJ8

All B2B startups struggling with pitch decks, your day is about to be saved! This podcast, hosted by the COO of Xgrid.co, Saad Arshed, featuring Anthony Ronga, a pitch deck mastermind, is packed with actionable tips!

What’s the most surprising thing you’ve learned about startups? In the world of angel investing, there’s always something new to learn. Whether it's a surprising stat on startup survival, an inspiring founder story, or the latest trend in sustainable investing, insights from the angel community are full of surprises! In The Angel Next Door Podcast, we dive into stories and lessons that every aspiring angel and entrepreneur can learn from. So, we want to hear from YOU—what’s the most eye-opening thing you’ve discovered in this space? Drop a comment below, share this post to help others learn, and tune into our latest episode for more incredible insights. #AngelInvesting #StartupInsights #TheAngelNextDoor #FundingJourney #Entrepreneurship

Who assists startups in taking flight when they're just starting out? Angel investors🪽 Named for their otherworldly ability to turn startup dreams into reality, angel investors are often an integral part of the startup ecosystem. In our latest Pioneers Podcast, we sat down with one: Sandy Wollman, founder of Westchester Angels, a downstate New York investor group 👼 Listen in to learn about Sandy's journey to becoming an angel investor and how he assists startups in accessing valuable angel resources: time, wisdom, and, of course, funds. https://sie.ag/7F4L9o #Startup #Investment #Podcast

Understanding the worries and concerns that investors have about your startup/idea (and addressing them) can be the difference between a successful pitch and a missed opportunity. Dive into episode 108 of The Sure Shot Entrepreneur Podcast, where Richard Kerby, co-founder and general partner at Equal Ventures, breaks down the VC investment decision-making process. Gain invaluable insights into the process and propel your startup forward. Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/grjJ2RmG Gopi Rangan #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #Startups

How a Founder's Oura Ring Confirmed Product market fit. This week I was having a session with one of my private clients. I've been working with this Founder for a couple of years since their original Seed funding. It's been a long journey to product market fit, with many a twist and turn. But in this session, this Founder reported that the signals were finally turning green: - Customers signing deals - Partners eager to integrate their offering to keep their own customers - A pipeline that is starting to fill nicely But the clincher was when he said, "my Oura ring alerted me that my heart rate variability (a stress indicator) has gone way down over the past couple of months." There it was. Quantified proof that he'd cracked it. There's something that happens when you start getting "when can we start?" yeses. There's a confidence that emerges when you start feeling like it's not luck and you can replicate it. Stress goes way down and things start getting fun. In this week’s Rocket Ship Founder Podcast, I talk about: - Why it can be a long and winding journey to product market fit and reliable growth. - 2 keys to to shorten the journey. - 3 signs to know when you've cracked it (for now). This 13-minute episode is short, but impactful. #startups #startupgrowth #founders #entrepreneurship

The wonderful story of how Anjali Dhaliwal met her cofounders Souren Khetcho and Nikita Olechko --- I have a podcast called Day Zero - all about early stage founders, investors, and startups. Full episode here: https://lnkd.in/g5rAR83P #startups #founders #investing

"We've never had a response like this" Recently of the Founders in my 2X Accelerator community reported a great win. We had supported her on refining her offer around helping CEO's stand up a weekly podcast that can help drive business. She committed to sending out an email to her list to see who in her world might be interested. Me and the 2X group helped her tune the email, which essentially described the offer, who it was for and simply asked those interested to reply. The result? "We've never had a response like that!" She's now excitedly working through the bounty of those inbound requests. There's a couple of takeaways from this win: 1. Focusing on making your offer as easy to say yes to can be the biggest leverage in your business. 2. Despite all the shiny bells and whistles of CRM software providers, it turns out you don't need to spin up complicated funnels or build elaborate sales pages to start testing your offer. In this week’s Rocket Ship Founder Podcast, I talk about: - Why focusing on your offer vs your product can be the most impactful thing you can do - A simple format to test your offer via an email This 7-minute episode is short, but impactful. #startups #startupgrowth #founders #entrepreneurship

Validating before raising. Selling before building your product. Those are some of the tips shared on the Meet.Capital Startup Podcast this week, with 🌈 Mike 🦴 Bank. Mike is a co-founder at Underdog Accelerator and at Founder15, and has experience in the startup world from almost every angle, it seems. He shared some of his best ideas and tips for startup founders just getting started. I'll share the link to the full episode in the comments.

I appeared on StartHub's podcast, "The Funding Blueprint: Unlocking Startup Success," discussing the significant differences between the mindset required for a startup #CEO and the leadership approach needed for a scaled-up enterprise.   Throughout the interview, I give actionable business advice, whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, investor, or anyone interested in the dynamic world of #startups.    Links to the interview are in the comments.