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When a VC Asks You “What’s Your Timeline?” — What Should You Say?
Answer:
When a VC asks about your fundraising timeline, they’re not just asking for dates. They’re testing for three things: urgency, demand, and competence. The right answer shows that you’re organized, in demand, and running a structure...
Wait, How Many Investors Do I Need to Talk To — and WHY!?
Answer:
You should aim for at least 100 investors on your target list — minimum.
That number sounds intimidating, but it’s the reality of early-stage fundraising. The funnel is brutally narrow, and you’ll need that volume just to close...
What Is a Soft Commitment (and Why Founders Shouldn’t Trust It)
I hate to do this.
In one short essay, I’m going to crush the dreams of many a fundraising founder. How? By shedding some light on what many have been using to fill their sails: an insidious little thing called a soft commit. And I’ll do i...
What Exactly Is a Lead Investor (and What About Co-Leads?)
Recently, I’ve heard a common follow-on question: What exactly is a lead investor, and what happens if a firm offers to co-lead instead?
Answer:
A lead investor is typically the firm that shows the most conviction in your startup — often...
Uncapped SAFEs Explained: When Founders Should (and Shouldn’t) Use Them
A founder asked me the other day “are there any problems with uncapped SAFEs?”
Answer:
Yes — there absolutely are. While uncapped SAFEs can seem founder-friendly, they carry serious trade-offs and risks for investors. The short answe...
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