As a new angel investor, is it wiser to specialize in a single industry or sector, or "cast a wide net" across different categories?
Diversity is king when it comes to stock portfolios. Does the same hold true for angel investing or should I focus on specific areas?...
How early in the startup process should you start seriously thinking about writing your pitch deck for investors?
When is a reasonable time to do this?...
What can you do to prevent a new startup from being to capital-intensive?
I am embarking on a journey by opening a start up business in the software and tech industry. I don't have much capital to start with, so wondering if anyone has any tips and tricks to prevent a new startup from being capital intensive....
What should you expect to pay a pitch deck consultant when preparing for your first presentation to angel investors?
Angel investors are the ones who are directly responsible for providing business start up, so it seems necessary to find a pitch deck consultant for the first presentation to angel investors. I was wondering how much are we expected to pay? How do you determine the reasonable cost per the consultant...
What are the pros and cons of hiring a "finder" to locate venture capitalists?
We all know the important role venture capitalists play in providing capital to companies in exfihchange for equity stake. I was wondering if one should hire a finder to locate venture capitalists? If so, what are some advantages and disadvantages? And how do you find an ideal finder as well?...
What is "concierge prototyping", and what kind of startups tend to use it?
How would I decide if this is the right approach for my startup?...
How do you figure out a path to product acceptance for a new startup?
I am looking forward to open an e commerce start up business and trying to figure out a path towards product acceptance....
What is the difference between micro-VC and an angel investor?
As founders start the fund-raising process, understanding the different pools of money that we can use is overwhelming. I've been researching different ways to get funding and would like to know the key differences between these two....
