Alright, I don’t rant often, in fact, I don’t rant period – its not my thing… …and you can probably hear the ‘but’ about to arrive right? So what’s got me hot under the collar? The latest string of articles pounding the drum for Social Media and Social Networking – suggesting this phenomenon is the new secret [...]
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Angel Investor Mind Control?
Well in this article I’m going to give you two things – one is an angel investor suggestion that may help you (even though I don’t know about your specific business…magic huh?) and then I’m going to offer you something for free that could help you. How do I know? Because most first time fund raisers suffer from many of the same challenges…and even if you don’t, knowing this suggestion will help make sure you don’t fall into this trap.
What are Angel Investors Looking For? The Six Key Motivations of Angel Investors (#1)
Angels are usually motivated by more than one of the key angel investor motivations – but understanding their key driver is critical both before and after they become your angel investor. By understanding this – you can align their interests and yours and negotiate the best deal for you, your business and your investors. Finding an angel predominantly motivated by financial return is neither a positive or a negative – but by identifying that financial return is a key motivator is critical so you know what information to emphasis during and after the negotiation. A good rule of thumb with ALL investors is communicate clearly and honestly about your business (even the problems and challenges – actually especially the problems and the challenges….), now you understand their primary motivation, keep that in mind during all interactions and focus on driving your business forward making sure you achieve the milestones you set and agreed with the angel when you established your relationship.
The Abbott and Costello of Angel Funding – These Guys Rock!
Hepnova and WealthNet Partners. the Abbott and Costello for Entrepreneurs, have got together again to create a new video. Now you could go and watch a boring video about how to raise money through multiple sources…YouTube or some other place *yawn* Or – you can press play and enjoy the video made so you will never forget [...]
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