6 common questions investors ask in a pitch
Saturday, November 7th, 2020Pitching your small business idea to an investor can seem daunting, and it can seem hard to know what to prepare for. When getting ready for your small business pitch, try to have answers ready for these 6 common questions that investors often ask entrepreneurs: What is your business all about? (Discuss your company, what […]
7 tips for pitching your small business to an investor
Saturday, October 31st, 2020We know that making pitches to potential investors or customers can be nerve-wracking, so here are seven tips to help you get prepared: Know your numbers. Familiarize yourself with the basics: things like yearly sales (volume and dollar amount), cash flow projection and net worth. Know your business. You should be able to describe your business […]
Is your investor right for your business?
Saturday, March 3rd, 2018Approaching venture capital or angel investors is never easy, and getting interest in your small business can be exciting. However, not all investors are created equal. It’s vital to ensure that your potential investor is actually a good fit for your business – and will help rather than hinder. Here are some things to look […]
5 questions venture capitalists ask small businesses
Saturday, June 10th, 2017If you’ve never developed or given a pitch to a venture capitalist before, you might not be sure what sorts of questions you should prepare for. When preparing your small business pitch, try to have answers ready for these five common questions.
7 tips for making a small business pitch
Saturday, June 11th, 2016Pitching your small business to potential investors or customers can seem daunting – where do you start? What do you say? Or, it might even seem too easy – just give them all your marketing talking points from your website, right? The truth is, making a good pitch is all about research, information, and openness. […]
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