Replay: Raising Capital at Seed - 5 Ways to De-Risk Your Round (Edu)

Ready to raise your seed round but unsure how to de-risk for investors? Discover strategies to avoid pitfalls and secure early-stage funding confidently.

In this week's episode, our experts hosts Yaniv Bernstein and Chris Saad explore:

• What a seed round truly entails
• 5 areas you need to de-risk your seed round
• Common misconceptions and mistakes founders make
• Why traction is not the same as revenue
• How to ensure your valuation reflects your startup’s potential
• Investor pitch tips to share the effective use of your funds
• The importance of selecting investors who share your vision
  

Whether you're a first-time founder or a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode will share the insights needed to de-risk your seed round and optimize your valuation for future success.

TSP Podcasts Episodes on Fundraising to Explore:

• Edu: Startup Storytelling - F*ck the Slides w/ Nir Zavaro: https://www.tsp.show/edu-startup-storytelling-fck-the-slides-w-nir-zavaro/ 
• Edu: [LIVE] Startup Storytelling Pt 2 - The Perfect Pitch: https://www.tsp.show/edu-live-startup-storytelling-pt-2-the-perfect-pitch/ 
• Edu: Fundraising Basics Part 1 - How To Find The Smart Money: https://www.tsp.show/replay-edu-fundraising-basics-part-1-how-to-find-the-smart-money/ 
• Edu: Fundraising Basics Part 2 - Avoid Selling Yourself Short: https://www.tsp.show/edu-fundraising-basics-part-2-avoid-selling-yourself-short/   ⁠
• Edu: Fundraising Basics Part 3 - Crafting your pitch https://www.tsp.show/edu-fundraising-basics-part-3-crafting-your-pitch/

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