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H1 2025 saw global VC rebound, but deal volume hit a record low, indicating higher investor selectivity. Deep due diligence and strong metrics are now paramount. Cold outreach is largely ineffective: Avg cold call success is a dismal 2.3%. Only 1-2% of startups fund via cold outreach Why? Nearly 70% of VC deals originate from investor networks Fundraising apps streamline logistics but lack the crucial relationship-building and tailored guidance Consulting companies offer data-backed advantages: Warm Intros: Achieve 10-34% response rates, bypassing cold barriers This direct access is vital given <1% convert from initial meeting to investment at elite VCs Tailored Pitches: Personalized outreach leads to 6x more transactions. Consultants align narratives with current trends (e.g., AI absorbed 53% of H1 2025 funding). Meticulous Due Diligence Prep. Real-time Market Intelligence. Professional Process Management. In 2025's discerning VC market, strategic consulting is the key differentiator
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Studying India's rapidly evolving VC landscape & have some hypotheses on its future: 1. Cold outreach deals? With startups outpacing VCs, cold outreach may rise, pushing VCs to better evaluate pitches.โโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโ 2. Deal sourcing shake-up?
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Funding Disparity: Women Founders, We Need Your Insights! Excess Edge Experts Consulting seeks women-led startups for VC funding. We're puzzled: high application numbers, but only 2 of 9 interested founders submitted final documents, unlike the 90%+
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Unlocking Success: Legal Solutions for Investors & Startups At Juristechlegal & Partner, we ensure seamless growth and compliance for investors and startups with tailored legal solutions. For Investors & VCs: โ๏ธ Compliance & Due Diligence โ๏ธ Struct
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Many people take medicines without consulting a doctor, believing that they can treat mild symptoms like a cold or a sore throat on their own. However, self-medication can lead to unintended side effects and even serious health risks. Experts agree
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For early-stage startups, generating revenue and driving growth trump chasing venture capital (VC) funding. In 2023-2025, VC funding trends underscore this shift. Global VC investment plummeted from $381B in 2022 to $221B in 2023, with 2024 seeing on
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Current Economic Headwinds for VC Funders The VC landscape in mid-2025 is grappling with significant economic shifts. After a boom, VC funders face a more disciplined environment due to higher interest rates, persistent inflation, and a recalibration
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Brainstorming Activity : Letโs assume you are the founder of Medial. Your moonshot goal: ๐ Acquire 1 million users in 90 days. ๐ No ad spends. ๐ No VC money thrown at the problem. How would you do it? Feel free to drop your most outrageous, de
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