Startup Funding | Page 9

Raising capital can go much more smoothly when you come to the table prepared.

The availability of capital for entrepreneurs is not the issue anymore, but rather how to access these funds from the angels, VCs or the crowd.

Creating a MAP will take no more than an hour of your time every month and will keep the lines of communication open, ensuring relationships with investors remain strong, and ultimately helping early-stage startups succeed.

You need to seek an amount that is just right, based on your real needs, and consistent with the capabilities and interests of the investors you are addressing.