

Masterclass: Superhuman's Fundraising Playbook (with CEO Rahul Vohra)
53 snips Nov 12, 2020
Rahul Vohra, CEO of Superhuman and former co-founder of Reportive, shares his groundbreaking insights on startup fundraising. He challenges outdated norms, explaining how solo founders can build momentum and why you should always aim to be preempted in fundraising. Vohra also discusses maximizing leverage in conversations through pre-seed to seed transitions, the value of both brand-name and non-traditional investors, and the innovative use of interstitial financings. His practical strategies offer a fresh perspective for any founder navigating the intricate world of venture capital.
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10x Valuation Rule
- Don't fundraise unless you see a path to 10x your valuation.
- Most software businesses can grow to $10M ARR, sometimes justifying low-teen valuations.
Value of External Accountability
- Even if self-fundable, raising capital offers valuable external accountability through a board.
- A board provides governance and signals credibility to the outside world, attracting talent.
Signaling Sanity
- Raising capital signals sanity, especially with unconventional ideas.
- This attracts employees and investors, crucial for early-stage companies.