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A Product Market Fit Show | Startup Podcast for Founders

The early-stage fundraising playbook—here's how to raise your first few rounds. | Nathan Beckord, Host of How I Raised It

Jan 23, 2025
Nathan Beckford, host of "How I Raised It" and an expert on early-stage fundraising, shares valuable insights from his extensive interviews with startup founders. He emphasizes the importance of connecting with the right investors and creating momentum for your fundraising efforts. Nathan covers essential strategies for engaging angel investors and highlights the need for strong storytelling. By planning thoroughly, founders can reduce the time spent raising funds and increase their chances of success in securing capital.
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  • Creating momentum in the fundraising process significantly enhances outcomes, as demonstrated by founders who focused all their efforts on securing investments.
  • Building and nurturing relationships with potential investors through regular updates fosters trust and increases the likelihood of securing funding when needed.

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Learning from Fundraising Stories

The podcast highlights the wealth of knowledge gained from numerous fundraising stories shared by various founders. One notable example discussed is Brad Porter, who successfully raised funds due to his impressive career background in robotics, including a role at Amazon’s robots program. In contrast, scrappy founders like Isabel Kenyon utilized tight processes and strategic timelines to secure investments, demonstrating that unique approaches can yield positive results. These examples underscore the diverse paths to fundraising success, emphasizing the importance of creativity and strategy in the fundraising process.

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