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Success in business is all about the choices we make. Choose to hustle, choose to innovate, choose to never give up. 💼 #BusinessChoices #EntrepreneurLife #SuccessMindset #businessfunding #funding #startupfunding #lnsgroup #smallbusiness #smallbusinessfunding

INNOVATION FUELS GROWTH If your business would benefit from our support please DM, email james.foggon@growthco.uk or visit https://lnkd.in/etcU9CBK to learn more. #businessinnovation #businesssupport #businessgrowth #innovation #growth #growthanddevelopment #businessfunding #governmentfunding #funding #fundingopportunities

🚀Getting your first investment pitch deck right as an early-stage founder can mean the difference between success and failure. Founders often struggle with a lack of interest in their pitch deck, even if the company generates early revenue. 💷In our latest blog, we asked Ian S Dixon, our Head of Access to Finance, to share his top tips to help you with your deck and successfully secure finance. Find out what Ian recommends 👉https://ow.ly/LhPh50TVAcW #Startup #Investment #Fundraising #EarlyStage #BusinessGrowth #FinanceTips #Funding #BusinessStrategy #PitchPerfect

Raising capital just got tougher! Discover the latest strategies to attract funding in a competitive market. Key Takeaways: - Understand the current capital raising landscape - Learn strategies to build strong investor relationships - Stay ahead of the competition Share with your network! #CapitalRaising #PrivateEquity #RealEstateInvesting #InvestmentStrategies #Fundraising #Entrepreneurship #FinancialInsights #InvestorRelations https://lnkd.in/ggeW2fAm

It's Friday again so I'm sharing the video for Funding by Alex (don't forget to check out my other channel FMCG by Alex where I post not 1 but 2 videos weekly). Today I want to share what to expect when you fundraise as I am getting a lot of questions from business owners and first time founders on how quickly you can expect the money to be in the bank. Truth be told, this is different every time but it won't be overnight for sure. I've been involved in fundraising for various startups and have done a number of other deals for more established companies totalling over $200 million (and counting) so I've been around the block a few times. I can tell you angel investors can make a decision quickly but timing is of essence while the VC and PE funds usually have more manpower to invest the time in vetting opportunities. The words "easy" and "fast" do not exist in fundraising as it's about building trust, confidence in the idea and the team and the timing you pick for all of this. I hope this simple 101 video is helpful for those who wonder about what to expect. https://lnkd.in/eEdCQKbr #fundingbyalex #alexdevries #funding #fundraising #venturecapital #investors #investments #privateequity #capitaladvisory

When you get your start-up funded the potential pitfall is extreme pressure to deploy the capital effectively and grow as per expectations. This puts a lot of start-ups in a difficult situation as they may not have figured out what levers work for them and the bigger danger is that you end up scaling at negative margins to at least keep up appearances. This is not with evil intentions obviously but as the situation worsens the moral compass gets scrambled too. Avoid these mistakes, watch my video on the subject: https://lnkd.in/enVgGV9H #funding #fundingbyalex #alexdevries #startup #venturecapital #investors #investmemt #fundraising #fundingopportunities

Switching your mindset from “I hope I can do this” to “God is going to make it happen” is a real game changer. You will receive everything you prayed for just be patient and do the work🙏🏾 Exposing yourself to new things and places, broadening your horizons allows you to think so much bigger and want more for yourself. There’s a whole world out there, full of endless opportunities. You just have to step outside of your bubble very often to gain that perspective!💚💚 #FinancialFreedom #Independence #BusinessFunding #WealthBuilding #FinancialPlanning #InvestSmart #SecureFuture #Funding #FinancialGoals #InvestInYourself

Tips for Effective #Fundraising #Raising capital can be challenging but knowing how to navigate the process can make a big difference. Here are three actionable tips to improve your fundraising efforts: 1. Articulate Your Value Proposition Clearly: Ensure that you can concisely explain what makes your product or service unique and valuable. 2. Build Relationships Early: Start connecting with potential #investors before you need #funding. Establishing trust and rapport can pay off. 3. Demonstrate Traction: Show key metrics such as customer acquisition rates, revenue growth, and user engagement to prove your #startup’s potential. 💡 These steps can help you make a compelling case to investors and increase your chances of #securing the funding you need.

Your Chance! 🚀 PwC Deutschland extended the application deadline for the Raise Program 8.0 until February 19, 2023, so if you're an early-stage startup founder looking for support in becoming investor-ready for your fundraising journey, this is the perfect opportunity for you. 💹 Here are some of the benefits you can expect: 🏃♀️ Preparation by fundraising experts with minimal disruption to your business 📞 Warm introductions to help you find the perfect investor 🧠 Valuable insights in expert-led masterclasses 🛣️ Direct access to PwC's global expert network ➡️ Feel free to reach out directly to Sherin or use the link in the comment section to apply! Looking forward to working with the early-stage founders and making a meaningful impact together! 🤝 #VentureCapital #CorporateVentureCapital #startups #entrepreneurship #VC #CVC #investorready #applynow