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Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
You see, investors invest in people, before they invest in ideas or products. Friends and family will likely not expect the same level of sophistication on the business model and financials as a professional investor, but they do expect to see certain things. Practice your “elevator pitch,” and end it by asking for the order.
Startup Professionals Musings
SEPTEMBER 10, 2010
An "elevator pitch" is a concise, well-practiced description of your startup and your plan, delivered with conviction and enthusiasm, that your mother should be able to understand in the time it would take to ride up an elevator. A good elevator pitch is not just for an elevator discussion.
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ReadWriteStart
JUNE 1, 2020
You must have a prototype or a minimum viable product (MVP). One should also establish the proof of concept of your business before you can qualify for funding. Ground rules of funding. ? Firstly, not all businesses are fundable. This kind of funding is only applicable if the product is unique and innovative.
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 19, 2014
You see, investors invest in people, before they invest in ideas or products. Friends and family will likely not expect the same level of sophistication on the business model and financials as a professional investor, but they do expect to see certain things. Practice your “elevator pitch,” and end it by asking for the order.
Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 20, 2016
Business credentials and functional coverage. Even if your product is a technological marvel, I look for balanced strength on the team in finance, marketing and operations. Investors are usually smart business people who love to be asked for guidance and direction, before they are asked for money.
Startup Professionals Musings
JANUARY 7, 2013
The market and venture capitalists are looking for business, but with a continuing focus on proven business models. Here are some key action items that may give your business some visibility: Start with an investment-grade business plan. Practice every step, including the elevator pitch to get the first meeting.
Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 3, 2013
You see, investors invest in people, before they invest in ideas or products. Friends and family will likely not expect the same level of sophistication on the business model and financials as a professional investor, but they do expect to see certain things. Practice your “elevator pitch,” and end it by asking for the order.
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