Whenever I first went through the experience of raising funding I was struck by how much raising funding is like dating with a definitive objective of marriage. Presently having raised ensuing rounds, my viewpoint has not changed altogether. Most financial speculators, first of all, are men, remember to such an extent that as I walk you through this situation.
Meeting your VC
How really do a great many people meet their mates? As a rule through companions. This is likewise the most ideal way to meet your future financial backer. Assuming that you get set up by a common companion, the VC is considerably more start-up funding stages prone to take you on that first date.
During the beginning of your hunt, it is smart to discover a portion of these companions. Search for individuals in business: other VC-upheld Presidents and other VCs are awesome. Like in dating, on the off chance that you view the companion as an irritating jerk, it is probable the VC the person would acquaint you with is an irritating jerk too. On the off chance that the shared companion is genuinely a companion, the person will inform you as to whether you are ideal for that VC or on the other hand assuming that VC is ideal for you.
Certain individuals likewise meet their mates in bars. Bars are closely resembling adventure discussions or gatherings where an enormous number of organizations present to countless VCs. Like a bar, every gathering can be winning big or losing big and you could end up burning through a ton of time with VCs who are keen on getting to find out about your space (getting into your jeans), yet not so keen on effective money management (marriage).
At long last, there are the individuals who meet their mates through private promotions. Sending your strategy cold to a VC resembles putting an individual promotion. In the event that the VC at any point sees it (rather than some partner) and you end up getting the VC’s extravagant with what you have composed, you might be able to meet with somebody in the firm.
The Main Date
On your most memorable date, you get the opportunity to get to know one another better. Like any first date, screw nothing up. Dress pleasantly, show up on time, and ensure your show works impeccably and you have back up duplicates in the event that the projector doesn’t work. (OK, I understand there is no projector on a first date … or on the other hand in the event that there is you would likely go shouting into the evening).