Prodcricle with Mudassir Mustafa Mudassir Mustafa

Summary

In this video, Somi Arian shares what it takes to build a billion-dollar company. Learn about scalability, agencies, and more! If you're wondering how to make your business successful, this video is a must-watch!

Takeaways


When starting a business, think about what people want and how you can provide it to them in a more efficient way than your competitors.Building a personal brand on LinkedIn involves creating valuable content, listening to what resonates with your audience, and associating with industry experts.Even with limited resources, it is possible to build a good enough personal brand by taking risks, being consistent, and focusing on content creation.The choice between running a bootstrapped company or a venture-backed unicorn depends on personal preferences and the stage of life one is in.Investors should consider the potential of female founders and not let biases or polished pitches overshadow their potential for success.Chapters

00:00 Trailer
01:30 Who is Somi Arian
06:30 Understanding Scalable vs Non-Scalable Businesses
11:30 Why agency business are not scalable
14:50 Competing in the SaaS Market
18:40 Building a Network of VCs and LPs
20:20 Building Successful Businesses in Different Verticals
23:55 Giving People What They Want
26:25 Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn
31:35 Building a Personal Brand on a Limited Budget
37:07 Choosing Between a Bootstrapped Company and a Venture-Backed Unicorn
40:19 Ending
Connect with Mudassir

🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

Summary

Want to know how VCs pick founders to back or not? Join us as Pearse Coyle of Deepseed Fund VC shares insights on deep tech startups, venture capital due diligence, and more. If you're a startup looking for funding, this video is a must-watch!

Takeaways

1. Market discovery is crucial for startups to identify potential customers and validate their product or service.
2. Cap table issues often arise in university spinouts, with tenured academics expecting a larger stake than full-time founders.
3. A standardized scorecard can help evaluate startups based on market traction and customer interest.
4. Investors should look for startups that have engaged customers and a clear path to market.Building a strong founding team is crucial for startups and spin-outs. It requires the commitment of the scientists or entrepreneurs involved and the involvement of individuals who are familiar with the technology.
5. Measuring traction in startups can be challenging, especially in deep tech ventures. It is important to define tangible stages in the sales process and track the progress of potential customers.
6. Becoming a VC in the deep tech space requires experience and understanding of the investment process. It is recommended to gain a track record through angel investing or successful entrepreneurship.
7. The deep tech sector is expected to shape the future of technology and innovation. With the potential decline in the software business, there will be a shift of capital towards deep tech ventures, leading to new opportunities and challenges for the VC industry.

Chapters

00:00 Trailer
01:12 Introduction / Venture Investing and Consulting
22:33 What kind of cap table screw up and importance of scorecard?
33:04 Building a Better Founding Team
41:03 What matrics are used to evaluate startups
47:45 Becoming a VC in the Deep Tech Space
46:14 Measuring Traction in Startups
53:55 Becoming a VC in the Deep Tech Space
55:35 Emerging Trends in the Deep Tech Sector
01:01:03 Ritual Time ( What's the worst decision he made )
01:02:31 Ending 
Connect with Mudassir

🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

Summary

Join us as we dive into the world of product market fit with Aaron Michael of 1984 Ventures. In this episode, we discuss the importance of finding product market fit for startups and the role venture capital plays in the process. Tune in for valuable insights and advice from a investor!

Takeaways

1. The key to success when starting a company is learning and iterating quickly.
2. Finding product-market fit requires speed and the ability to pivot when necessary.
3. VCs provide support to founders through advice, founder therapy, and assistance with hiring and fundraising.
4. Investing in unsexy industries can offer unique opportunities for growth and success.
5. Competition can be both beneficial and challenging, and the first mover advantage varies depending on the market dynamics.

Chapters

00:00 Trailer
01:30 Who is Aaron Michael
04:00 How you find product market fit (Espacially for early stage)
15:00 Venture capilalist Raising money criteria and Vc gives support to founder
19:33 1984 Ventures' Investment Thesis
25:00 The Pitfalls of Hype and investing in Unsexy Industries
33:23 The Value of Competition and the First Mover Advantage
38:18 How Vc's Calculating Total Addressable Market (TAM)
43:44 Evolution of Pitch Decks
46:30 Evaluation Method and Favorite Slides
49:30 Importance of the Team
54:30 Pitch Deck and Cap Table Red Flags
58:30 Disagreement with Venture Capital Industry
01:04:02 Three Things for First-Time Founders
01:06:32 Bridge Rounds, Down Rounds, and Valuations
01:09:17 Transparent and Honest Feedback
01:11:37 Being Contrarian as a VC
01:13:50 Ritual
01:15:35 Ending 
Connect with Mudassir

🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

Summary

Are you a first-time founder with a brilliant startup idea but unsure how to get the funding to make it a reality?  This podcast is your roadmap to success!Join Eva who is a seasoned VC industry professional as she empowers you with the knowledge and practical steps to secure funding for your venture. We'll delve into everything from venture capital and alternative funding methods to crafting a killer pitch deck and negotiating the right valuation.

Takeaways

1. The VC world has a dark side, with risks including boosting businesses that are not economically viable.
2. Creating an effective pitch deck involves structuring it properly and focusing on problem and target market slides, solution and competitive advantage slides, and market size and financial projections.
3. Building a waitlist can be a valuable strategy for startups, as it demonstrates market interest and potential customer demand.
4. Success stories often emerge from down markets, and being the second runner up can lead to great success.
5. Founders should carefully consider metrics, valuation, and cap table management to ensure fundraising success.

Chapters

00:00 Trailer
01:30 Who is Eva
04:44 Are you qualify for VC money? (First time founder MUST LISTEN)
08:00 Eva Key Takeaways from Working in Startups
13:35 Why Agency Models Are Not Venture-Backed
16:35 What other raising methods founder should look
26:40 What Value of Incubators and Accelerators in first time founder life
38:40 How Eva helping to raise money and what valuation to give (MUST LISTEN)
45:50 The Dark Side of the VC World
50:20 How to create an effective pitch deck
01:06:35 Metrics Founders Should Care About
01:10:42 When to use Convertible Notes or Safe Notes
01:12:37 How Eva Navigating Valuation
01:17:45 Cap Table Red Flags
01:25:21 Is Fundraising a Success?
01:19:45 Ritual Time
01:21:13 Ending 
Connect with Mudassir

🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

Summary

Confused about "cap tables" and fundraising? This episode is your guide! We explain what a cap table is and why it's important for startups. Plus, VC expert Jeff Crusey reveals the warning signs investors look for in a cap table.  Learn how to avoid these red flags and build a cap table that sets your startup up for success!  This episode is perfect for first-time founders and anyone interested in venture capital.

Takeaways

1. Background in the industry is important for VC investors in deep tech
2. Deep tech startups often remain in stealth mode to retire engineering risk
3. Traction in deep tech varies depending on the business model and industry
4. Valuation of deep tech companies is influenced by fund size and risk profile
5. Being the first money in can provide an edge for VC investors
6. Founder chemistry is crucial for the success of a startup
7. Post-money SAFEs have drawbacks, including dilution and lack of due diligence
8. Venture studios and accelerators can vary in their effectiveness and support
9. YC has been popularized but may have some hype surrounding it
10. The best and worst pitches can vary in terms of insight and execution

Cahpters

00:00 Trailer‍
01:40 Introduction‍
06:02 Question Unclear‍
07:24 What Is Investment Thesis of 7%
09:41 Why deep tech startup stay in stealth mode / How VC's evaluate of deep tech ideas‍
14:10 How VC's track good pitch deck. (First time founder need to listen)‍
15:32 Understand the though process of VC's (Must listen if you want funding)‍
28:10 Failure rate in deep tech catagoery according to VC
29:37 Difficulties in building humanite and biotech products
31:37 How much management team and founders expertise are required
33:23 Jeff favourate pitch deck slides
36:07 Cons of Post-Money SAFE
37:25 Opinion on Venture Studios and Accelerators
42:10 Best and Worst Pitches
47:00 Raising money is success metrics
49:28 Cap Table Red Flag
52:08 Did VC's providing clear feedback to founders‍
53:25 Ritual Time‍
54:39 Conclusion
Connect with Mudassir

🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

Summary

Today's guests is Francesco Petricarari of Silicon Roundabout Ventures who primarily invests in Deep Tech and Hard Tech. Francesco is an early stage deep tech VC who shares the importance of founding team, VC founder fit, having the right board member, and a lot more.

Takeaways

1.Founder-led funds provide advantages in terms of understanding the challenges faced by founders and offering relevant support.
2. Deep tech encompasses companies that focus on technology development rather than just business growth.
3. Evaluation of deep tech startups requires a focus on the team, their expertise, and their ability to build a sustainable business.
4. The team slide in a pitch deck is crucial as it showcases the founders' strengths and their potential to execute their vision. The team and their unique qualifications are crucial in a startup pitch.
5. Key slides in a pitch deck include the team, market opportunity, and technology.
6. Deep tech and hardware startups are on the rise due to increased demand for security and climate solutions.
7. Moving from prototype to mass production in hardware startups requires building the right supply chains and finding the right advisors.
8. AI in deep tech should go beyond current systems and offer unique applications.

Chapters

00:00 Trailer
‍01:50 Introduction
‍05:00 What is Deep Tech and why is it exciting?
‍09:00 How experienced founders help early stage founders in Deep Tech with investing
‍12:50 Achieving the right VC-Founder Fit (Crucial insights for new founders)
‍16:36 Why the era of Unicorns has ended
‍20:50 The 40 Rule's importance and how VCs judge businesses
‍24:20 Why VCs really like SAAS startups
‍29:25  Why many companies fail after getting lots of VC money
‍33:15 Strategies for building a sustainable business in Deep Tech
‍38:22 What VCs look for in a Pitch Deck for Deep Tech Startups and How He Evaluate
‍53:21 In-depth analysis of Deep Tech trends and insights
‍58:50 Challenges that founders of hardware companies need to know about
‍1:04:40 Strategies for generating innovative Deep Tech ideas
‍1:08:40 Deep Tech and AI
‍1:13:00 Ritual Time
Connect with Mudassir

🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/