Five Things To Know Before Pitching For Angel finance
Before you pitch your venture to a small business investor you need to be sure that you are completely ready for what could be the most important few minutes of your life. I mean, how often does anyone get to present in front of a wealthy, successful individual who has the financial clout to literally change your business fortunes in an instant? Let me answer that one for you … not often, not often at all! This...
Jul 2nd, 2010 in Bill's Top Tips | 0 comments
Bill’s Top Five Tips for SpeedFunding
Pitching is an exciting, adrenaline-filled experience that can end up being extremely profitable for all concerned, but you need to plan for success. Here are my top five fundamentals for SpeedFunding. Preparation: You walk out to make your pitch, and sitting in front of you are some of the most powerful, successful, wealthy individuals you may ever meet. You suddenly realise that the future of your business may...
Feb 10th, 2010 in Tips | 2 comments
What Not To Put In Your Business Plan
Your business plan is your roadmap to success, your guide in tough times and your sales pitch when vying for funding. Sadly, some people still don’t seem to appreciate either its vital importance or what needs to be included, or for that matter excluded when creating its content. So we’ve compiled a five point “what not to do” guide for those looking to impress with their business plan. 1 The exaggerated...
Feb 9th, 2010 in Tips | 0 comments
Top 5 Tips For Securing Angel Finance
The banking crisis that crippled our economy has effectively pulled the rug from underneath the hopes and dreams of many a small business. No matter how much tax-payer’s money the Government has thrown at the banks, their coffers have largely remained closed and businesses looking for funding have had to look elsewhere or simply fade away under the shadow of insolvency. With savings dwindling and earning no...
Dec 18th, 2009 in Tips | 0 comments
Writing Business Plans – Who Is On Your Team?
Writing business plans that will WOW potential investors is no mean feat. It requires extreme attention to detail, a complete understanding of your financial data, and a little pizzazz that will make people want to find out more about you and your venture. Your business plan may well be the difference between gaining the partnerships and funding your business needs to succeed or finding yourself in need of a new...
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