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#Subprime venture capital, as described in a previous blog is easily recognizable. Entrepreneurs, run for the hills when you detect some of the following:

#Subprime venture capital, as described in a previous blog is easily recognizable. Entrepreneurs, run for the hills when you detect some of the following:

Let's talk funding! As an entrepreneur, you know that securing investment is the most important aspect of growing your business. But finding the right type of funding and the right investors, especially as an early-stage company, can be daunting. To understand how to effectively fundraise in the current economy we went to David W. Wright, ICD.D, an Expert Advisor at Innovation Factory, who breaks down three valuable strategies that entrepreneurs like you can use to navigate funding. Here's a snippet of the advice given from an investor to entrepreneurs: ➡️Follow the staircase model ➡️Understand the interest rates ➡️Develop a thorough market strategy 👉Continue reading: https://loom.ly/b_ubxGg ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #Funding #Investment #Fundraising #Startups #Innovation #Investors #Economy #Entrepreneurship #CDNtech #Canada

4 Proven Strategies To Create The Best Cap Table For Your Venture This is an excerpt from Dr. Rao’s blog on Forbes. https://lnkd.in/gXHe4x8r In the world of venture capital, capitalization (cap) tables are essential. Simply, they show the level of funding raised and ownership offered by round of fundraising along with the instrument used. It offers a snapshot of a venture’s ownership, structure, and price paid. But here’s another way to look at cap-tables – every share given to investors is dilution to you. Some dilution can benefit you and your venture. Conversely, some dilution can be detrimental. 4 questions to separate good dilution from bad? Here are 4 questions to ask before you dilute your interest? #1. What is the cost of capital? #2. Can you grow more with less? #3. Can you maintain control – if you want to? #4. Can you reduce the cost of financing by leveraging smarter financing? 4 strategies to optimize your cap table. To develop an optimum cap table that maximizes your potential, retains control, and minimizes dilution, consider these strategies: #1. Prioritize revenues. #2. Develop a finance-smart strategy. #3. Delay VC: What 18% of billion-dollar entrepreneurs did. #4. Avoid VC: What 76% of billion-dollar entrepreneurs did. The optimum cap table enables you to create wealth and retain more of it by keeping control of your venture. To achieve this, delay or avoid VC. The best capital helps you do this.  #VC #venturecapital #captable #unicorn #unicornentrepreneur #dileeprao #dileepraophd

SC Moatti reflects is right on the ball here. I would add that we will see a lot of down rounds and "dirty term sheet" IPO's in the re-opening of the IPO market in the US. Funds started 10 years ago need their liquidity and it will happen in all sorts of ways. I also agree that new startups leveraging generative AI will iterate faster, need smaller teams and raise smaller amounts and find break even sooner. We have been saying for years now that after the great "data scrape" by the larger players, AI value would be in monetizing bespoke data sets, thereby creating data moats that the larger players will have to acquire.

2025 is going to be an inflection year for venture capital. Here are our predictions, I look forward to your comments and perspectives. #innovation #venturecapital #entrepreneurship #crystalball #siliconvalley

Startup Tip🚀 While venture capital can be a powerful catalyst for growth, 📌some founders later question their decision. Remember, exploring all options and understanding the implications is essential.💡 It is important to advise you to make informed choices and safeguard your vision.  Consider partnering with an investment advisor to make informed choices and safeguard your vision. 🤝 Let's Connect:https://lnkd.in/gP9m6y2K  #StartupWisdom #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth

Founders, Here’s What to Look for in an Investor It sometimes can be better to turn down money than partner with the wrong investor. Three red flags to watch out for: 🚩Excessive Concern with Current Valuation🚩 Investors overly focused on valuation or the specifics of the current funding round, without a view to long-term implications, might not be suitable for a sustained partnership. Such a narrow focus can indicate a misalignment with your startup’s broader strategic objectives. 🚩Over-Negotiation and Micromanagement🚩 Be cautious of investors who demand overly specific terms or who exhibit micromanagement tendencies. This includes investors who are overly concerned with minor details that you are not familiar with, which might indicate a propensity to control rather than collaborate. 🚩Conflicts of Interest🚩 Exercise caution with investors who may have competing interests, such as investment or affiliation with your competitors. This dual involvement can lead to conflicts of interest or risks of strategic information leakage, which could disadvantage your startup. 👍 Agree? Let me know! 🎤 Share your experiences in the comments. ♻️ Think this could help someone? Please repost! 🔔 Follow me for more insights: Zack Ellison, CFA, CAIA #Entrepreneurship #Founders #Startups #VentureCapital #VentureDebt #Innovation #FundraisingTips #StartupFundraising #BuiltIn

📈 Looking to take your startup to new heights? Discover actionable insights on securing angel investment in our latest blog! Learn the critical differences between angel investors & VCs and how to effectively attract the right backers for your business. Perfect for early-stage companies aiming for growth! 👼💼 Read the full blog here for in-depth strategies: https://rb.gy/v7g8bf #AngelInvestors #VentureCapital #StartupFunding #Entrepreneurship #InvestmentTips #StartupGrowth #BusinessStrategies #StartupSteroid #InvestmentOpportunities

Business angels: A guide to finding, attracting, and collaborating Effectively For startups poised for growth, grasping the role of business angels is crucial. Our latest article offers an in-depth look at working with these key investors, detailing how to prepare your project, secure investment, and build strong partnerships. → Continue reading https://lnkd.in/dR3c95MP #BusinessAngels #StartupFunding #InvestorRelations #StartupGrowth #VentureCapital #AngelInvesting #StartupAdvice #InvestmentStrategy #Entrepreneurship #FundingTips #BusinessDevelopment #StartupSuccess