Fundraising 101
How to structure a startup team for growth and scalability
Learn how to structure a high-performing startup team, from early hires to scaling for Series A+. Understand key roles, hiring strategies, & best practices.
Posts by Lauren Godwin
Founder-centric insights and practical guidance on fundraising, investor relations, and startup growth.
Investor Intel
How much should you raise? A founder’s guide to fundraising targets
Struggling to determine how much to raise for your startup? Learn how to set the right fundraising target based on market data and investor expectations.
Fundraising 101
How to create a stress-free fundraising timeline and build investor trust early: The 4 phases
Learn how to plan a calm, effective fundraising timeline. Plus tips on building early investor relationships without burning out.
Fundraising 101
How to develop an MVP: A startup founder’s guide
Learn how to develop a minimum viable product (MVP) to test your startup idea, validate market demand, and attract investors to fund your startup.
Fundraising 101
How to find investors for your startup: a step-by-step guide
Looking for investors for your startup? This step-by-step guide covers AI-powered investor matching, VC outreach strategies, and how to secure funding faster.
Pitch Perfect
How to prepare for your first investor call at the pre-seed stage
About to take your first investor call at pre-seed? Here's exactly how to prepare, what to expect, and how to follow up with confidence.
Fundraising 101
How to protect your intellectual property: A startup founder’s guide
Intellectual property (IP) is one of a startup’s most valuable assets. Learn how to protect your patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
Market Buzz
How to run a beta test that proves traction to investors
Running a startup beta test? Learn how to recruit testers, collect meaningful feedback, and turn insights into investor traction.
Fundraising 101
How to secure startup funding: a comprehensive guide for founders
Struggling to secure startup funding? Learn how to raise capital smarter in 2025 with AI-driven investor matching, optimized pitch decks, and data-backed tips.