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How to pitch to VCs, lesson 101: Pitching to venture capitalists can be daunting. Here are some insider tips: 1. Clear Vision: Articulate your mission and how you’ll achieve it. 2. Market Understanding: Showcase your knowledge of the market and co

Here are some free platforms where you can connect with venture capitalists (VCs): 1. Gust: connects startups with investors, including VCs. 2. Angel List: AngelList is a popular platform that connects startups with investors, including VCs. 3. F6S:

The Art of Storytelling in Startup Pitches A compelling story can make or break your startup pitch. Here’s how to master the art: 1. Start with a Hook: Capture attention with a relatable problem. 2. Build a Narrative: Explain how your solution cha

Biggest mistake founders make when explaining their idea to VCs is label themselves equal to an established brand in same or another sector. For example, I am building the CRED for health sector or I am building the Indeed for students or I am buildi

Is it better to bootstrap or seek VC funding for your startup? The endless debate: Bootstrap vs. VC funding. - Bootstrapping builds resilience and deep customer focus. You prioritize solving real problems over chasing valuations. - VC funding can

"Actually, nobody knows about the worldly things; we just pretend." Here's the thing: even those who seem to know it all are simply acting the part. We’re all moving through life with uncertainty, playing our roles. But the true magic? It's in t

### **How a Young Startup Can Get Funded** 1. **Bootstrapping:** Start with your own savings and focus on lean operations to grow without external funding. 2. **Friends and Family:** Seek small investments from those who believe in your vision. Kee

I sometimes worry, about what’s happening in the Indian VC ecosystem 😅😅 Based on a recent chart shared by seasoned VC Vinit Bhansali, in the last 10 years, the number of VC firms in India has grown by almost 25x. And based on an assertion by Peak

📖 DAILY BOOK SUMMARIES 📖 🚀 20 Lessons From 👉 🔥 The Entrepreneurial Bible to VC 🔥 ✨ Andrew Romans ✨ 1. Understanding Venture Capital • Learn how VCs operate, their goals, and funding structures.l • Types of investors: angels, seed fund

From Frustration to Fraud Fighter: The Sift Science Success Story Inside the bustling offices of Airbnb, as a software engineer Jason Tan found himself repeatedly bumping up against a problem that seemed to have no good solution. How could o