Ready, Set Pitch - Is Your Startup Ready For Investment?

Wondering whether your startup is ready for venture capital? Step through 50 x questions you need to answer first

What you'll learn

Identify the strengths and weaknesses of your startup

Work out if your startup is ready for investment

Map the 4 key pillars of your startup

Answer 50 key questions to calculate your Investor Readiness score

Requirements

Suitable for both first time and experienced founders

Description

If you’re considering raising capital, do you know the right questions to ask yourself FIRST?Are you contemplating raising capital or preparing to present your business to potential partners? Understanding if your business is truly ready for investment is crucial. That's where "Ready, Set Pitch" comes in—a comprehensive course designed to help you assess your investment readiness.As a startup founder, you may be wondering:Is now the right time to seek funding?Does my business have the right structure to attract investors?Am I equipped to pitch effectively?Do I have enough traction to impress potential partners?What are my competitors doing, and how do I stand out?These questions can be overwhelming, and the uncertainty can hold you back from seizing growth opportunities. I understand this struggle because I’ve been there myself when it came time to raise capital for my startup.Why Choose "Ready, Set, Pitch"?Proven Framework: Our tried-and-true process guides you through the critical elements necessary to determine your business's readiness for investment, helping you to put your best foot forward.Expert Insights: Learn from an industry expert who has successfully raised capital. This experience will help you navigate the complexities of the funding landscape with confidence.Structured Assessment: Gain clarity on your business's strengths and weaknesses, from its structure to market traction, so you can confidently approach investorsAgnostic: This workshop covers the 6 key pillars of any business, and the questions are not specific to any business model, industry or region.By the end of the "Ready, Set Pitch" course, you will:Evaluate Timing: Determine if now is the right moment for you to raise capital, ensuring you capitalize on market conditions.Understand Your Business Structure: Assess if your current setup is attractive to investors and identify any necessary adjustments.Master Your Pitch: Acquire the skills to create and deliver a compelling pitch that captures attention and interest.Analyze Your Market: Understand where you stand against competitors, equipping you with the knowledge to differentiate your business.Included in the workshop:50 x key questions you need to answer6 x focus areas for your business to considerVideo tutorials stepping through the 50 key questionseditable spreadsheet & calculator tool to help you accurately assess your strengths and weaknesses through an investor lens++ EXTRA 'Top Ten 10 Investment Tips' video tutorial and PDF

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction & Welcome

Lecture 2 Workshop Outcomes

Lecture 3 How-To-Guide

Section 2: Video Tutorials

Lecture 4 Investment 101

Lecture 5 Funding Considerations

Lecture 6 Timing

Lecture 7 Traction

Lecture 8 Team

Lecture 9 Presentation

Section 3: EXTRA: Top 10 x Investment Tips

Lecture 10 Top 10 x Investment Tips

Entrpreneurs and founders wanting to raise investment capital for their startup