Funded: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Raising Your First Round

ISBN: 1491940263

Author: Hague, Katherine

Condition: New

The venture capital world is often intimidating and hard to navigate, even for the most seasoned entrepreneurs. But it doesnt have to be. Entrepreneurs who run effective fundraising processes dont do it by accident. With this book, youll learn what it takes to successfully raise a round of funding for your company.Author Katherine Hague explains how the venture capital industry works, and walks you through each step necessary to plan, execute, and optimize your own fundraising round. Packed full of exercises, checklists, and templates, this book guides you through the process from start to finish. Its ideal for entrepreneurs raising later rounds of capital, as well as those just starting out. Gain an understanding of core venture capital concepts and standards Learn how to develop and hone an investor pitch Come away with a plan to hit the fundraising trail for your company Develop the confidence you need to negotiate key terms in a funding deal Understand best practices in fundraising, and learn how to avoid the top 10 fundraising mistakes