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Raising Funds? Avoid These 7 Costly Investor Relations Mistakes

Entrepreneurs' Organization

You need a solid business plan, traction to demonstrate market fit, and the skills to pitch effectively. Don’t neglect ongoing investor relations “A lot of startup founders think that the only way investors will respond favorably is if they provide their best pitch on first contact,” said Mohammadi.

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Strategic Casting: How to Fish For Your Ideal Clients and Employees

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Let’s say that your ideal clients are CEOs of mid-market companies that need your consulting services. CEOs may resonate with a higher-end content strategy such as white papers, books, or even a branded podcast. Contributed to EO by Steve Ferman, an EO New Jersey member, serial entrepreneur, and founder of 4 Pillar Coach.

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What next for founders seeking their next adventure: Launch, Get a Job, Invest, Consult?

David Teten VC

Consulting. Antler and Entrepreneur First both pay people a small stipend (~$2K/month) to iterate on and develop a fundable startup idea, and invest in the most promising ones. At Versatile VC , we currently host one Entrepreneur in Residence and are glad to hear from others. . I suggest you have 6 main options: .

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Three Words Entrepreneurs (and VC’s) Should Take to Heart

Both Sides of the Table

She told of the teaching of the Talmud – a book which scholars use to debate doctrine and from which Jewish people are reminded to always learn and to debate. ” I said I learned this 15 years ago because that is when I stopped being a consultant. Consultants spend all of their time pretending to know these answers.

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Pitch Perfect: When Competition Meets Collaboration

Entrepreneurs' Organization

As part of our firm’s rebranding strategy for McKenzie Pitch Partners, which was anchored by the publication of founder Hamish McKenzie’s new book, we held an innovative event in New York City that showcased Hamish’s philosophy in action. Honing their strategies and stories with Hamish, both got their best pitches together.

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The 8 Biggest Fundraising Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make

Feedough

But the problem is that entrepreneurs realise these mistakes only after they make it and get rejected. But fret not, we’ve listed down the eight biggest fundraising mistakes that you need to be wary of while approaching the investors, pitching to them, and signing contracts. Moreover, as an entrepreneur, never be greedy.

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Salon Owner Chelle Neff Talks Scaling, Sustainability and Success

Entrepreneurs' Organization

In addition to developing Urban Betty , a successful salon with two locations, Neff also created an app for stylists , produced a book about homes in Austin, Texas, and even reached the Inc. You also have an impressive array of side projects—from books and apps to philanthropic and environmental initiatives. 5000 list twice! .