Join Shaun Gold on Tech for Founder Podcast, a serial entrepreneur, author, and investor, as he delves into the intricacies of startup funding from pre-seed to Series A. Discover why the majority of startups fail at the seed stage and learn the critical role of storytelling in securing funding and building momentum. Shaun, a partner at Improv Ventures, shares his wealth of experience and offers invaluable insights on resilience, resourcefulness, and the importance of having the right team. This episode is a must-watch for aspiring founders looking to scale their startups the right way.(00:00) Introduction to Startup Challenges(00:11) Meet Shaun Gold: The Expert in Startup Funding(01:02) Stages of Startup Funding Explained(01:35) Navigating Pre-Seed and Seed Funding(05:27) Importance of Traction and Team(18:56) The Power of Storytelling in Fundraising(24:03) Creative Ways to Demonstrate Traction(30:06) Unrealistic Startup Expectations(30:38) The Importance of Core Competencies(31:24) Learning from Successful Founders(33:14) The Reality of Startup Hardships(34:15) The Value of Resilience(36:04) Setting Realistic Goals(37:25) The Entrepreneurial Mindset(39:36) Overcoming Personal Obstacles(42:23) The Power of Belief and Persistence(45:10) Final Thoughts on EntrepreneurshipMore about Shaun Gold:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaungold/Website: https://www.shaungold.com/Website: https://impro.ventures/More information on Panida and Tech for Founder Podcast:Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PanidaWayrojpitakFollow on LinkedIn: https://th.linkedin.com/in/panidawayrojpitakFollow and listen on your preferred podcast platform for this episode: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/techforfounder

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