The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

20VC Special: How To Fundraise Like a Pro: How to Size and Price a Round, How to Create FOMO and Urgency in a Fundraise, How to Structure Angel Allocations, The 7 Deadly Sins of Fundraising Decks, The 3 Signs a Potential Investor is Bad News

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Dec 21, 2022
Explore the journey of fundraising like a pro! Learn how to create a compelling target list of investors and discover the importance of founder referrals to ensure warm introductions. Uncover the common pitfalls in fundraising pitch decks and the vital elements that make them effective. Dive into strategies for fostering authentic investor relationships and why urgency in funding discussions can be a game changer. Plus, hear the astonishing story of a founder who faced 68 rejections before landing a monumental investment!
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ADVICE

Targeting Investors

  • Categorize potential investors into three tiers: Priority, Tier 2, and Tier 3.
  • Prioritize founder references and analyze the VC landscape for fit.
ANECDOTE

Wolt's Fundraising Journey

  • Miki Kuusi at Wolt faced 68 rejections before securing Series B funding from 83North.
  • Wolt later sold to DoorDash for $7 billion, demonstrating the importance of persistence.
ADVICE

Refining Your Pitch

  • Practice your pitch with less critical investors first to refine messaging and delivery.
  • Limit initial Zoom calls to two team members to foster better discussion and relationship-building.
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