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Should Founders Still Raise in an Economic Downturn?

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Founders planning near-term fundraising rounds need to understand that an economic downturn is one of the most difficult times to pitch to investors. If the investors don’t seem to be on board at the end of your pitch, ask them what milestones they would like to see you achieve to get them to write you a check in the future.

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Q&A: How Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Can Help You

StartupNation

It concludes with a Pitch Showcase awarding at least $25,000 in prize money. The COVID-19 pandemic has imposed unforeseen challenges on entrepreneurs and further accelerated a shift to digital ways of working. To stay competitive in the new economic environment, small businesses must be agile and adapt to shifting consumer preferences.