Seed Money Jayla Siciliano

Years later, people still ask about this story. So here it is. Pitching to a group of influential investors is a nerve-wracking experience, and that’s even before you have to do it on national TV! It’s not just a business presentation - you have to be entertaining, compelling, relatable and likable. I found that out when I appeared on Shark Tank.
 
After suffering an unbelievable loss in my business, I reluctantly applied to pitch on Shark Tank, and it was a life-changing moment in my life and career…but it almost didn’t happen.
 
You would think all the action happens in front of the camera, but so much takes place before the pitch and after the handshake. How did I end up on Shark Tank, how did it impact my business and what did I learn? What was it like working with Mark Cuban?
 
In this episode, I share my Shark Tank story, including some surprising behind-the-scenes tidbits, how I prepared, how I structured the deal, and the doors it opened for me.

The world of seed funding runs on two currencies - money and connection. Investors aren’t just paying attention to the financials, they are looking for a compelling story that makes them connect with us and then want to get on board.
 
Crafting our story is a step we can’t skip in the early stages of our businesses. The more clarity we have on it, the better we can convey it, and the easier it is to achieve funding.
 
A perfect pitch is incomplete without a strong story. What makes an investor want to join forces with us just isn’t a narrative about how awesome our product is. It has to show how we can solve a problem, serve our audience, and make life easier or better for our customers.
 
How do we craft our story and articulate it well? How does this help us connect with the right investors?
 
In this episode, People Activator, speaker, executive coach, CEO, and author, Dan Negroni shares why developing our story is the key to getting Seed Money.
 
Guest Bio
Dan Negroni is a People Activator, speaker, executive coach, CEO and author of Chasing Relevance: 6 Steps to Understand, Engage and Maximize Next Generation Leaders in the Workplace. Dan unveils the art and science of building a people-focused formula that thrives on connections and relationships. He also helps early-stage entrepreneurs use narrative psychology to craft compelling stories that connect with investors and help them get funded. Dan has catalyzed billions of dollars in growth and transformed countless organizations.
 
To learn more about Dan, go to https://dannegroni.com/ and to get a breakthrough session, email dan@dannegroni.com.

Early-stage fundraising may be a stressful stage in business, but it can also be the most invigorating and exciting time. The determination, drive, conviction, and guts it takes to get seed money is a powerful life force. 
 
It’s not just an opportunity to get the resources we need. It’s a chance for investors to access your awesomeness, and absorb the infectious passion you have for your idea. 
 
Getting the funding and expertise you need can feel like a huge obstacle. But I know it's possible after starting 2 businesses in recessions, with zero track record or revenue, in brutal industries. You can do it too, and I’ll show you how! 
 
In this episode, I share why raising Seed Money and early-stage funding is such a fun stage in business.
 

Seed Money is where everyday people learn how to raise capital and get the funding you need to FINALLY turn your amazing idea into reality!
Whatever your idea is..
product app real estate deal …or maybe you want to build or expand your small business…
if you’re struggling to get people to believe in your vision and you don’t need a billion dollar deal in Silicon Valley, Seed Money will unlock the answers you’ve been looking for!
Hosted by Jayla Siciliano, Shark Tank Entrepreneur, MBA, real estate investor and experienced founder/investor in markets from consumer products to short-term rentals.
If you like Alex Hormozi, Tim Ferriss, Entrepreneurs on Fire with John Lee Dumas, or you follow sharks like Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner or Mark Cuban (who invested in Jayla’s Shark Tank pitch) you’ll love this show!
In this podcast you’ll get the mindset, methods and motivation to raise early stage seed funding from family, friends and investors.
You’ll also hear the inspiring stories of everyday people who’ve walked the same path and overcome the same challenges you’re facing.
So you can see the next steps, make good decisions and get the funding you need to turn your amazing idea into reality!