FUNDRAISING: THE KEYS TO INVESTMENT AND EXITS PEAK MIND

In this conversation, Michael Trainer interviews Navin about his background and expertise in exits and investments. They discuss the importance of mindset and the inner game in achieving success. Navin shares insights on how to get in the room with investors and the qualities that make a founder attractive to investors. He emphasizes the importance of building a network and creating the right investor.
Navin also highlights the significance of metrics and data in pitching to investors. In this part of the conversation, Navin and Michael discuss the importance of metrics and understanding the language of investors when raising funds. They also explore the common mistake of falling in love with the product and not focusing on the customer value proposition. The conversation then shifts to the management track record and the X factor that determines investment decisions.
They also discuss the balance between fundraising and core business activities, as well as the importance of building and maintaining relationships. Finally, they delve into the concept of the achievement path versus the expansion path and the journey of climbing the second mountain in life. The conversation concludes with plans for a dinner in LA and a discussion on crypto investments. They reflect on missed opportunities in the crypto market and the potential growth of their investments over time.