Startup Fundraising: Timing, Preparation, and Networking Tips

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  Timing is key in startup fundraising, with important factors including building a deck, networking, pitching, and knowing which investors to avoid, but raising money too early or too late can have negative consequences.
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  Prepare for protests with a short pitch deck, outreach email, CRM, and investor list, and sell the future through storytelling.
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  Reach out to investors in your network or through friends, and provide a concise and intriguing introduction email to get them interested in your startup.
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  Reach out to investors by leveraging your network, researching startups, and using Twitter, but be cautious and avoid mass emails, and build a list of at least 50 investors before pitching to real investors using a simple CRM.
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  Create a list of 50 funds, ask for introductions, and use a CRM to track progress for streamlined fundraising efforts.
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  Integrate Notion with Telegram for effortless CRM updates on-the-go.
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  Start building your VC network early by reaching out to potential investors, staying in touch, and using your Founders Network to build trust, and incorporate in Delaware and use safe to quickly sign agreements without involving lawyers to save time and money on legal fees.
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  Efficient fundraising requires thorough preparation and realistic expectations, including creating a pitch, building a deck, and setting up a CRM, while being mindful of toxic investors and believing in your startup.