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  • Funding

Government Matching Funds: Double Your Raise Without Dilution

maximize funds without dilution
Secure government matching funds to amplify your fundraising efforts without losing control—discover how this strategy can transform your impact.
  • Emily Foster
  • November 3, 2025
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  • Funding

The Psychology of “FOMO” in Venture Capital & How to Leverage It

fomo s impact on vc
Harnessing the psychology of FOMO in venture capital reveals how urgency and social cues influence investment decisions, and understanding this can give you a strategic advantage.
  • Emily Foster
  • November 2, 2025
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  • Funding

Raising in a Downturn: Data‑Backed Strategies That Still Close Rounds

fundraising strategies during downturn
Breaking down proven data-backed strategies, this guide reveals how startups can still close funding rounds during a downturn—discover the key to success.
  • Emily Foster
  • November 1, 2025
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  • Funding

How Revenue‑Based Financing Works—and When It Beats Equity

revenue sharing financing advantages
Beneath its flexible repayment structure, revenue-based financing offers unique advantages—discover when it outperforms equity funding.
  • Emily Foster
  • October 31, 2025
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  • Funding

Decoding Term Sheets: From Liquidation Prefs to Ratchets in Plain English

understanding investor deal terms
Meticulously understanding term sheets from liquidation prefs to ratchets unlocks crucial insights—continue reading to grasp how these terms can shape your investment’s future.
  • Emily Foster
  • October 30, 2025
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  • Funding

Bridge Rounds Without Burning Bridges: How to Structure Them

effective bridge round structuring
Planning a bridge round without losing investor trust requires strategic steps that can make or break future opportunities—here’s how to do it effectively.
  • Emily Foster
  • October 29, 2025
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  • Funding

Crowdfunding Stretch Goals That Don’t Destroy Your Margin

affordable profitable stretch goals
Discover how to set effective crowdfunding stretch goals that boost support without risking your profit margin—learn the secret to sustainable success.
  • Emily Foster
  • October 27, 2025
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  • Funding

Angel Investors Hate These Pitch Deck Mistakes—Fix Them Fast

common pitch deck mistakes
Growing investor skepticism stems from overlooked pitch deck flaws—discover how to fix them fast and secure your funding success.
  • Emily Foster
  • October 26, 2025
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  • Funding

Bootstrapping Myths: Why Paying Yourself a Salary Isn’t “Cheating”

paying yourself is valid
Starting a bootstrap business? Discover why paying yourself isn’t cheating and how it can boost your long-term success.
  • Emily Foster
  • October 25, 2025
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  • Funding

Understanding How Startup Funding Works

how to startup funding works
Explore the essentials of how startup funding works and gain insights into navigating the world of venture capital and seed funding.
  • Karen King
  • December 4, 2024
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  • John Anderson
  • November 10, 2025
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