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Funded - How They Raised Millions Ad.ventures
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5.0 • 107 Ratings
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The tech media loves a splashy funding announcement - millions of dollars injected into a hot startup primed to become a unicorn. But what about the work behind those headlines? Host Jason Yeh, a former VC and venture-backed startup founder, talks with entrepreneurs about how they raised the capital to launch world-changing startups. Their conversations uncover incredible stories including cautionary tales, inspirational memories, and even some insightful tips. Keep up with us on social @fundedpod to learn more.
Funded is presented by our good friends at Vanta, the leading automated security and compliance platform.
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TBC: Explaining "The Money Round" (TBC53)
In this Back Channel episode, we're diving into the elusive "money round" investors adore.
So what is it?
To sum it up, the "money round" is the round before a valuation spike.
Investors are searching for crystal-clear milestones and confident execution that screams, "Next round, here we come!"
How do you do that?
Make sure to watch the full episode where Jason dives into the details.
See you next week!
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TBC: Preparing For a Pitch Competition (TBC52)
Working with founders it's safe to say Jason has seen a lot of pitches, good and bad.
Not to mention he himself has pitched quite a bit in his past as a VC-backed founder.
In that time, he's learned what to do and not to do.
In this episode, Jason gives some practical tips around how to make the most of your pitch for a pitch competition.
Enjoy the episode!
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TBC: Data Rooms - What You Need to Know (TBC51)
There's a lot of talk about data rooms in the startup world - but a lot of founders struggle to understand what a data room actually is.
In today's episode, Jason discusses their purpose in validating a startup's pitch for investors.
On top of that, he explains when and how to share a data room effectively.
Founders, if you're even slightly confused around how to properly use your data room to help you get funded - watch this episode!
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TBC: Pitching VCs Through a Screen (TBC50)
In this episode, we're unraveling the mystery behind Zoom-based pitches – a critical skill in the post-March 2020 startup landscape.
Jason takes us on a journey, reminiscing about the pre-COVID days of in-person meetings, shaking hands, and engaging conversations.
Ever wondered why some pitches feel like a Broadway show while others are just a mundane PowerPoint affair?
Today, he shares the secret sauce: making your Zoom pitch more of a dialogue and less of a presentation.
Forget the monotony, inject life into your virtual pitches, and learn how to capture investors' attention authentically.
Make sure to give the full episode a listen. We'll see you next week on The Backchannel!
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TBC: Launch Before You're Ready (TBC49)
Slow and steady doesn't always win the race.
In this episode of The Backchannel, we dive into a unique perspective on startup success that's not just about fundraising but about building a thriving business.
Jason emphasizes the importance of launching your startup before you think you're ready.
Forget about striving for perfection—what you really need is to get something out there and start chatting with customers.
Find out how launching before your masterpiece is complete not only leads to a better product but also impresses investors.
Tune in to this episode to discover why taking the leap now can save you from a lot more trouble down the road.
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TBC: How to Grow Your Network FAST (TBC48)
In this episode of The Back Channel, we've got a cool fundraising hack for you.
Ever thought about hosting networking dinners to amp up your investor connections?
Sure you won't become best friends overnight, but these connections create a sense of mutual support for one another.
Plus, it might surprise you how similar the process of setting up a networking dinner is to setting up a fundraise.
If you're tired of feeling like you have no way of growing your network - this episode is for you.
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Fundraising genius
Jason and his guests bring forth digestible knowledge and tangible takeaways that leave the listener feeling so empowered!
Wealth of info
And great advice
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Started listening last year before the backchannel and really like the new format!
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