What Sets Successful Founders Apart. Insights from the Investor Panel
Victoria Yampolsky
Founder, The Startup Station | Founder, Female Founder Mindset Gym | Strategic CFO | Serial Entrepreneur, Speaker, Startup Advisor | Author of Starlight | Champion of Female Founders | Advocate for Fair Access to Capital
We’re on the mission to empower female founders to take charge of their fundraising journey. Understanding how investors think—how they assess both your business and you as a founder—can make all the difference. We compiled investor insights from our last event “Breaking Barriers” attended by over 450 founders from the US, UK, Europe, and Canada.?
Must-Have Founder Traits:
?? Hustle & Grit: Determination through every obstacle
?? Commitment: Deep dedication to a mission
?? Critical Thinking: Quick problem-solving skills
?? Founder-Market Fit: Passion and market insight. Ability to pivot.
Red Flags:
?? Overconfidence: Ignoring feedback = trouble
?? Lack of Transparency: Trust is key!
??Irresponsibly spending money during fundraising!
Our new unique program for early-stage female founders, Female Founder Mindset Gym, is designed to help you prepare for fundraising while training your mindset to overcome psychological barriers.
For just $250 with the promo code TSS25, the program offers:
The program’s time commitment is flexible: 1–2 hours per week, depending on whether there is business training that week. You can start the platform membership on demand.
The next program begins November 19th 12 pm ET. Testimonials from past participants are available here.??
Who is it for? Any early-stage female founder - seed or pre-seed, especially those who are fundraising or preparing to fundraise.?
Registration Deadline: Nov 18th. Don’t wait - limited number of spots available.
?? When: 12 pm ET?
? Every Tuesday 5-6 pm EST, Nov 19th - March 4th ? Break: Nov 25-29, Dec 23 - Jan 4
? Business Training: Select Fridays, 12 pm - 1 pm EST.
Press the button below and learn more and join us! $275 only, the fee is non refundable.?
Use the promo code TSS25 for $25 off.
Victoria Yampolsky, CFA
President
The Startup Station
Website: www.thestartupstation.com
Email: [email protected]
Cell: 845-612-8061
Book a Meeting: Calendly