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Exceptional Startups Are Needles in a Haystack. So the Best VCs Build Needle Magnets.

Hunter Walk

’ In addition to hustle and one’s existing network, I’m always interested in whether or not a ‘needle magnet’ is being built alongside the other efforts to find startups. What’s my needle magnet definition? This post is about ‘seeing.’ and related, of increasing importance.

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How to Communicate Impact Metrics to Investors

StartupNation

We definitely keep using the UpPromote service.” For example, we worked with a technology startup that used our business plan software and, within four months, managed to raise a $500K investment from an investor connected through our network. If they can’t immediately understand your impact, neither will most investors.

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Can You Build a Business with $100 or Less? Yes … and Here’s How

StartupNation

Note: Fines can definitely cost you more than your startup budget of $100. Image by pvproductions on Freepik Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Find free courses, mentorship, networking and grants created just for small businesses. No “dark” practices! The post Can You Build a Business with $100 or Less?

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Headwinds, Tailwinds, and Crosswinds Ahead for Rising Startup Ecosystems

Revolution

These markets have grown their talent pools, attracted public and private funding to bolster their innovation and tech ecosystems, built network density around specific industries, and generated startup success stories that will only beget more momentum.

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Is an accelerator still worth doing for your business in 2025?

Founder Bounty

If its a top tier accelerator like Ycombinator you should definitely do it. FounderBounty Vlad Kozul Its hard enough to build a business but here are some of the positives: 1) the support 2) the network you need. But not ALL are equity, however if its YC definitely take it or apply if you have not done so. The answer is YES.

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The best pipeline management software in 2025

The Zapier Blog

Whatever my underlying consumer psychology profile might be, Salesmate is definitely in the former camp. To round out your accounts, you can even use integrated "email finding credits" to source new contacts from across Salesflare's network and LinkedIn, effectively offering basic lead enrichment within one tool.

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“I think CEOs that are interested in a future acquisition need to be building relationships or at least awareness with potential buyers at least 2-3 years in advance, especially with strategics. If you’re not on the list, it’s rare for a deal to happen.” Joe Hyrkin on Selling Issuu to Bending Spoons, and More….

Hunter Walk

These events are organized as a conference format, so the discussions are casual and mixed with networking, planned appointments and good content. HW: Debt financing for startups can sometimes seem like ‘cheap money’ but its definitely more complicated than most founders realize.