5 Tips to Close on a Funding Round

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We recently caught up with Steve Hoffman, CEO of Founders Space, to discuss his advice on closing a funding round. Through the school of mistakes, Steve shares 5 tips on how he has learned to close funding even though is mainly a Nerd. Check it out!

5 Tips on Fundraising from Steve Hoffman

Intro - Nothing happens without hard work and practice.

Tip #1 - Set Time Limits on Potential Investors


Tip #2 - Have 10 Investors in Your Fundraising Queue


Tip #3 - Get Your Potential Investor to Say No so You can Move On

Tip #4 - Do Steve's "Lean Back"


Tip #5 - Engage the Investor and Pivot

Epilog - Close in Three Weeks

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