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The Rise of the Solo-Founder → and the Bootstrapped Solo-Founder On Monday, Peter Walker from Carta and I found ourselves writing about the same intriguing trend: → Sam Altman’s belief that we’ll see a 1-person company become worth $1 billion. We had slightly different takes, ?????? ?????? ?????????? ???? ?????????? ?????? ????????-?????????????? ???????????????? is gaining momentum And right alongside it, we’re seeing a surge in founders ?????? ?????? ???????????? ???? ?????????????????? ?????????? ???????????????? rather than chase venture capital. Peter shared a striking chart titled: “Bootstrapped solo founder is now.” → Link in the comments It raises the age-old question we often hear → Should you bootstrap or fundraise? My answer: ?????????????? to do both. ?? Learn how to get in front of the right customers — and close them. ?? Learn how to get in front of the right investors — and close them. You don’t have to pick a side. Master the art of building something valuable — and the resources to grow it will follow. ~~~ Need help? Go to our website, click on Start Here. Follow me, Gerald Duran for daily Startup and VC advice, and sometimes a kick in the nuts. #Startups #VC #Entrepreneurship #FaithDriven

We’ve been discipling a new breed of investors. These LPs are unlike any others: → Co-investing in our portfolio and projects → Proven operators, founders of $100M+ ventures → Spirit-filled followers of Jesus → 100% MAGA (non-woke) They’re drawn to ?????? ???????????????? and ?????? ????????????. Together, we are ???????????????? ?????? ??????????, ?????? ????????????????. ???????? ?????? ???????? ?????????????? ????????????. ???????? ?????? ????????. → We’re investing in MAGA startups → To make America great again → To make the world great again → To lead a global movement → Building great ventures, led by ??????????-???????????? ???????????????? ????????????????, ???????? ????????: What bothers you most is often the key to the problem you’re meant to solve. Your calling is there—lean into it. God has been preparing you for this moment. → Ensure your customer acquisition strategy is rock-solid → Understand what it means to be investor-ready → ?????? ?????? ???? ?????? ???????? ?????? ???????? ???????? ???????? ???? ??????. Let’s build something extraordinary—together. ~~~ Need help, ???? ???? ?????? ?????????????? and reach out. Follow me, Gerald Duran for daily startup and VC mentorship, ???????????? ???? ?????? from CanaGlobal's faith-driven venture studio and startup incubator. #startups #venturecapital #entrepreneurship #MAGA

As a seasoned entrepreneur, I can't help but admire the brilliance of this idea. Finding angel investors can often feel like searching for a needle in a haystack, but this startup promises to change the game entirely. By streamlining the process and providing a platform for direct connections, it has the potential to empower countless founders and fuel the next wave of innovation. #Startup #AngelInvestors #Innovation

???? Exciting News in Startup Ecosystem! NFL Quarterback Jameis Winston joins forces with venture capitalist Danny Cortenraede to empower budding entrepreneurs! ?? With the staggering statistic that nearly 80% of startups fail within five years, this dynamic duo is changing the game. Their firm, InStudio Ventures, aims to significantly improve these odds for startups in the sports tech arena. ?? ?? With insights from their time at Harvard, Winston emphasizes the importance of teamwork in both sports and business. “We’re all ignorant to some things, so we have to leverage the resources we have on our team,” he highlights. ? How can startups ensure they overcome these daunting challenges? Is building a resilient and adaptable team the secret weapon to thrive? Let’s discuss this in the comments! #Startups #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #SportsTech #Innovation #Teamwork #Leadership Source: https://lnkd.in/dmnETEMH

Founders - don't fall for startup PORN → there's always much more to the story → there's a lot of posts like this one on LinkedIn ????'?? ?????????????? ???????? —?gaslighting our fellow founders ?????? ????????: Raise $3M with just an idea and a pitch deck And not to diminish Cotopaxi's story in any way There's just way more to the story Like before Cotopaxi Smith had already co-founded and exited multiple times ?????????????????? ?????????????????? ???????? — ???????????????????? → what most founders don't realize is → 60% of unicorn founders are repeat founders ????????'???? ?????????????? ?????????????? ???????????? ?????????? ???????????????? ?????????? ???????????? ??????????, ?????????? ???? ???????????? → raising VC isn't a wealth strategy → I'll raise a big round, grow, EXIT, and I'll be rich → don't make getting funded your plan A → why? because less than .05% get VC Instead, make customer acquisition your plan A When you have shown the ability to produce revenue You've de-risked your venture tremendously And are much more attractive to VCs → there are always pre-rev exceptions → many startups are reliant on a pre-seed round → for product development → but you'd better have a detailed RevOps strategy ?????????????? ?????????? ?????? ?????????? ???????? ???????????? ?????? ???????????? At some point, you'd better be making money Or have the detailed plan to do it Why do 90% of founders miss this? ?????????????? ?????????? shouldn't be your strategy. Thanks in advance if you repost ?? this! ~~~ Need help? Go to our website, click on Start Here. Follow me, Gerald Duran for daily Startup and VC advice, and sometimes a kick in the nuts. #Startups #VC #Entrepreneurship #FaithDriven

Three Lessons From 127 Venture Capital Rejections https://buff.ly/4ijFerq Discover the invaluable insights gained from facing 127 venture capital rejections. This journey underscores crucial lessons for entrepreneurs: the importance of resilience in the face of adversity, the necessity of refining your pitch, and the value of building strong relationships within the industry. With each rejection, there's an opportunity to learn and adapt, ultimately strengthening your business proposition. For those navigating the challenging world of startups, these lessons can pave the way for future success. #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship

?? Welcome to Quantum Stride Ventures! ?? We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Quantum Stride Ventures, a dynamic startup accelerator dedicated to helping businesses scale up and reach their full potential. ?? At Quantum Stride, we believe in the power of innovation, determination, and collaboration. Our mission is to provide startups with the mentorship, resources, and network they need to achieve quantum leaps in their journey toward success. ???? Here’s how we make it happen: ? Tailored mentorship programs ? Access to a robust investor network ? Comprehensive growth strategies ? Hands-on support to turn big ideas into scalable businesses Whether you’re a founder looking to scale or an investor seeking the next big opportunity, we’re here to help you stride forward with confidence. ? Let’s shape the future of innovation together. ? Follow us for updates, success stories, and opportunities to connect with a vibrant entrepreneurial community. ?? Got questions or want to collaborate? Reach out to us—we’d love to hear from you! #QuantumStrideVentures #StartupAccelerator #Innovation #ScaleUp #Entrepreneurship

I treat every startup as a turnaround → it's how 90% of our ventures succeed ?? → it's how we go from flawed → to viable → everyone knows the rules ?? When you treat everything as flawed The flaws get exposed You pivot early — becoming viable? BEFORE you go-to-market → but if you don't believe your startup is flawed → you'll never look deep enough → to find the problems → before you go-to-market Experienced operators know this We know the rules It's part of our playbook It's how we win → how do we define the win → for us, ????'?? ?????? ?????? ???????? → it's strong profitable revenue → from the earliest days We're not investing in unicorns We're planting oak trees Orchards of them We think in terms of decades → sorry, no get rich quick → only 0.1% will become unicorns (lotto-line) → so our focus is building → a revenue machine Have you ever seen a line of fools Waiting in a long line? To buy a lotto ticket That's how ?????????? ???????? founders look → focus on building → a viable → and sustainable business → to me, that's the win ?? That's the strategy For the past four decades Building profitable ventures It's how we fight and build? Need help, reach out. Like this? Follow Gerald Duran for daily Startup and VC advice, and sometimes — a kick in the nuts. → ???? ... CanaGlobal's Startup Incubator is currently interviewing founders for our August cohort. Visit our site for the details. #startups #founders #venturecapital #entrepreneurship?

Startup & Venture Lessons by BlueRun Ventures: Jay Jamison from BlueRun Ventures delivered a compelling presentation at Wharton, offering invaluable lessons for entrepreneurs navigating today’s dynamic startup environment. Here are some crucial takeaways: 1) Golden Age for Founders: It’s cheaper and more resourceful than ever to start a company, but this ease creates a double-edged sword, raising the bar for everyone. 2) Critical Startup Factors: The most critical elements for startup success include market fit, the right team, and innovative product development. 3) The Art of the Pivot: Successful startups aren’t afraid to pivot, leveraging lessons learned to adapt and thrive in ever-changing markets. 4) Embracing Rejection: Learn to navigate frequent rejections in fundraising and product market fit with resilience and a clear focus on long-term vision. PS. check out ?? for a winning pitch deck the template created by Silicon Valley legend, Peter Thiel https://lnkd.in/ejp-Bhnu

Good morning everyone, ?? Trailer Alert ?? In the latest episode of Unlocking Venture Capital Podcast????, Sydney sits down with Jeff Becker, General Partner at Antler, to dive into the innovative ways Antler is reshaping the funding process for startups. check links to see the full episode and our reels! #VC #Antler #investor #venturecapital