BOOTSTRAPPING A TECH STARTUP? 20 EXPERT TIPS FOR SUCCESS
Flashpoint Venture Capital
Since 2012 we have invested in US and Western European tech companies originating from Europe and Israel
#1?BOOTSTRAPPING A TECH STARTUP? 20 EXPERT TIPS FOR SUCCESS
Starting any business can be a challenging endeavor, but in the competitive world of tech, bootstrapping a business on your own, without the help of investors, can be a big mountain to climb. The reward of being your own boss and having full control over the future of your company, however, can be a major incentive for those aspiring entrepreneurs willing to put in the work.
#2?FLASHPOINT PARTICIPATED IN REPAI FINANCING ROUND FOR $8.2 MILLION
Rep AI fills the need to consult with a professional while purchasing online. Especially for first-time shoppers at any given site, consumers want more information and assurance before making a buying decision. In that perspective, eCommerce today is broken, leading shoppers to experience distrust and anxiety. Rep AI solves this problem, assisting both shoppers and eCommerce businesses to have a better experience.
#3?HOW AI IS HELPING VENTURE CAPITAL INVESTMENT DECISIONS
Venture capital drives startup growth. However, traditional methods of evaluating and selecting projects for venture capital investment are often prone to bias. According to startup failure research, roughly 75% of venture-backed startups fail (though some estimate the total number is higher). Therefore, venture investments are associated with a high risk of financial losses. Unlike the public market, private companies are not required to disclose financial information.?
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#4?WHY A LACK OF FUNDING COULD BECOME YOUR STARTUP'S SECRET WEAPON
Every startup begins with a vision. But to make that vision a reality, entrepreneurs and aspiring leaders need more than a dream — they need money. This typically leads to a chase after what many consider the holy grail: funding. However, with VC funding hitting a decade-low in 2023, funding has become more scarce and especially hard to secure for those companies in their early stages.
#5?NAVIGATE SCALING DEEP TECH STARTUPS ACROSS BORDERS
When deep tech companies face challenges, they often stem from the complexities of the technology commercialization process. Issues generally fall into four broad categories: prolonged development timelines, complex value chains, limited availability of social and physical infrastructure, and high capital demand. Considering the scarcity of deep tech resources in many ecosystems, young ventures often focus on developing abroad early on.?
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