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How to create investor FOMO without being pushy
Want investors to lean in? Learn how to create urgency and interest without overhyping or sounding desperate.
Posts by Valentina Espina
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From founder to authority: A content strategy that makes you a voice investors notice
Want to stand out? Learn how early‑stage founders can build a content strategy that positions you as a thought leader, builds credibility, and supports your rai
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How to design an early dataroom that instills investor confidence
A well-built dataroom sends a strong signal. Here’s how to set up an investor-ready dataroom at the pre-seed stage without overengineering it.
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How to set milestones that make investors confident (even before revenue)
No revenue yet? No problem. Learn how to choose and present early milestones that give investors clarity and confidence in your execution.
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Inside the Investor Mindset: What VCs Want to See in First Meetings
Learn what investors really want to see in your first meeting, from clarity and founder-market fit to traction signals, and how to make it count.
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Stop Pitching the Wrong People: How to Build a Smart Investor List
Not all investors are right for you. Learn how to find aligned pre-seed investors who match your stage, vision, and sector, without wasting months pitching.
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What VCs really mean: decoding investor feedback during fundraising
VCs saying “too early” or “keep us posted”? Learn what investors really mean, how to respond, and how to move forward with clarity in your startup fundraising p