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Yes, you should read books 📚 and search online 💻. But get out there and build something. Talk to customers. Take action. 💪🏻   Now! 🕑 Feel free to tag or forward to a founder who wants to boost their funding round in 2024.   --- o0o ---   🖐🏻 I am Raymond. I help founders build more investable companies. Do you want to: ➡ avoid unnecessary pain? ➡ look great to your investors? ➡ shave time off due diligence? ➡ eliminate risk and close the deal? ➡ get back to growing your business?   📞 If you would like to chat, just reach out. #invest #scale #exit

Strategic Shift—Navigating Investor Expectations As you transition to your first major funding round, understanding investor expectations is crucial. Unlike informal friends-and-family rounds, institutional investors expect verified traction, a scalable business model, and clear growth pathways. Equip your startup with the insights and strategies needed to meet these expectations and enhance your investment readiness. Discover how to navigate this shift effectively: https://lnkd.in/eFykwrkH #StartupGrowth #FundingStrategy

I hear this every week. “We will deal with our IP strategy AFTER we get investment!” Sorry to tell you – investors are NOT buying that in 2024. Maybe they are not laughing at you.   But your competitors certainly are. What will you say when your rivals get funded before you? ➡ “That proves this is a hot area. We are next!” ➡ “Ours was an idea before its time!” ➡ “Investors just don’t get it!” ➡ “If only …”     --- o0o ---   🖐🏻 I am Raymond. I help founders build more investable companies. Do you want to: ➡ avoid unnecessary pain? ➡ look great to your investors? ➡ shave time off due diligence? ➡ eliminate risk and close the deal? ➡ get back to growing your business?   📞 If you would like to chat, just reach out. #invest #scale #exit

Law IP Assets Strategy & Risks. A wee bit of early thinking re IP Strategy can HELP you get your financing eg show investors you are ready for the inevitable problems of success- getting copied and accused of copying others - plus tight focus on your Sustainable Competitive Advantage - which is like based on intangibles, ideas, creativity, not just special land or equipment. And it is NOT expensive, since plans for what will will do once funded cost way less than actual filings. I3PM International Institute for Intellectual Property Management Dr. Benjamin DELSOL Dr. Dominique Christ Priggya Arora Prof. Dr. Alexander J. Wurzer

Do you have an irresistible offer? Do you have an unbeatable proposition?   Or maybe you are happy with being resistible to investors and beatable by competitors? Can you afford that at a time like this?     --- o0o ---   🖐🏻 I am Raymond. I help founders build more investable companies. Do you want to: ➡ avoid unnecessary pain? ➡ look great to your investors? ➡ shave time off due diligence? ➡ eliminate risk and close the deal? ➡ get back to growing your business?   📞 If you would like to chat, just reach out. #invest #scale #exit

 Are you special? Are you part of the 1%? Or are you doing the same thing as the 99% do?   --- o0o ---   🖐🏻 I am Raymond. I help founders build more investable companies. Do you want to: ➡ avoid unnecessary pain? ➡ look great to your investors? ➡ shave time off due diligence? ➡ eliminate risk and close the deal? ➡ get back to growing your business? #invest #scale #exit   📞 If you would like to chat, just reach out.

Are you leaving millions on the table when looking for #funding? You need to: ▶ have processes to capture the ingenuity of your team. ▶ make sure that you actually OWN your IP. (Sounds obvious, doesn’t it?) ▶ be aware of IP risks to growth and show that you have them covered. ▶ be able to tell a story that excites investors Feel free to tag or forward to a founder who wants to boost their funding round in 2024.   --- o0o ---   🖐🏻 I am Raymond. I help founders build more investable companies. Do you want to: ➡ avoid unnecessary pain? ➡ look great to your investors? ➡ shave time off due diligence? ➡ eliminate risk and close the deal? ➡ get back to growing your business?   📞 If you would like to chat, just reach out. #invest #scale #exit

I am building a syndicate. A syndicate of experts to support #hyperscaling. 👸🏻🤹🏻♂️A universe of quiet superheroes. (Don’t need the noisy, arrogant ones.) 👇🏻👇🏻 Focus is on #funding for growth, handling #success and preparing for #exit. What disciplines should be represented? 👉🏻 Can you nominate some outstanding experts? 👉🏻 It is ok to put your own name forward too. And please don’t just give names. Say why they are outstanding. 📢 Because we know quiet superheroes won’t blow their own horns. 🎺📯   --- o0o ---   🖐🏻 I am Raymond. I help founders build more investable companies. Do you want to: ➡ avoid unnecessary pain? ➡ look great to your investors? ➡ shave time off due diligence? ➡ close the deal? ➡ get back to growing your business?   📞 If you would like to chat, simply reach out.

Are you taking note of these Investor Red Flags ? 🚩 As an entrepreneur, read on to learn how can you stay ahead of the curve. 🔍 Sometimes, it’s the small things that make all the difference. Reflecting on those moments when things just don’t feel right—those investor red flags that could jeopardize everything. But how can these warning signs be spotted and resolved before they escalate into major issues? 🫣 Explore strategies that keep pitches compelling and maintain strong investor relations. With the right approach, these challenges can be turned into opportunities, ensuring a smoother path to securing funding. At EQTBloom, we’re committed to supporting startups with precise valuation insights and strategic guidance. With our expertise, challenges are tackled head-on, and new opportunities are seized with confidence. Explore our range of services: Business Valuation, Software Valuation, ESOP Advisory, Business Mentorship, and Outsourcing Solutions. 💡⬇️ Learn more at https://eqtbloom.com/ #InvestorRedFlags #FinancialLiteracy #InvestmentStrategy #RiskManagement #DueDiligence #SmartInvesting #WealthBuilding #FinancialEducation #InvestmentTips #MarketAwareness

🚀Standing Out in a Crowded Market: Tips to Attract Investors🚀 In a competitive market, capturing the attention of investors requires more than just a solid business model. It's about crafting a compelling narrative, demonstrating unique value, and showcasing growth potential. Whether you're a startup or an established business, standing out to investors is key to securing the funding you need. Learn how to differentiate your company in a crowded market and attract the right investors. At Monter, we help businesses refine their investor pitch, identify unique selling points, and build compelling cases for investment. Want to know how to make a lasting impression on investors? Visit our blog for insights and strategies. 👉www.monter.one #InvestorRelations #BusinessGrowth #StartupSuccess #FundingStrategies #InvestmentBanking #CorporateFinance #BusinessStrategy #MarketPositioning #GrowthMindset #funding #MergersnAcquisition