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Raising Capital

The Basics of Raising Capital for a Startup
Raising Capital

The Basics of Raising Capital for a Startup

Unless you have a clearly defined plan and a path to follow, you're going to waste precious time.
Thomas Smale | 5 min read
3 Tips for Securing Funding From the Co-Founder of the All-New Premier Lacrosse League

3 Tips for Securing Funding From the Co-Founder of the All-New Premier Lacrosse League

Here's how Paul Rabil -- the sport's first million-dollar athlete -- raised the necessary capital to make the PLL a reality.
Patrick Carone | 2 min read
How Issues of Gender Equity Become Issues of Wealth Equity When It Comes to Startup Funding

How Issues of Gender Equity Become Issues of Wealth Equity When It Comes to Startup Funding

I would argue that all investments come down to the personal comfort level that the investor has with the founders.
Fran Dunaway | 5 min read
A VC Firm Investment Committee Rejected You. What Does That Actually Mean?

A VC Firm Investment Committee Rejected You. What Does That Actually Mean?

The rejection can mean different things, depending on where you stand with the firm.
David Teten | 4 min read
Startups Need More Than Money to Succeed -- They Need Smart Money

Startups Need More Than Money to Succeed -- They Need Smart Money

Startups need investors who bring not only cash to the table, but also their networks and business acumen.
Max Lyadvinsky | 6 min read

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Raise smaller mini-rounds in close succession rather than one large equity round.
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Smaller business loans are great stepping stones toward bigger, less-expensive financing in the future.
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