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From 200+ NOs to $1 Million: The Real Startup Fundraising Journey
After 200+ investor rejections, we finally raised $1M for our startup. In this episode, I share the real story behind our fundraising journey, lessons learned, and practical tips for founders facing rejection. Whether you’re starting out or deep in the process, this is the advice I wish I had.
Timestamps:
0:00 — Introduction & Podcast Background
3:30 — Fundraising Journey: Rella’s Pre-Seed Story
8:15 — Reflections on Fundraising vs. Bootstrapping
11:06 — How to Pitch: Storytelling & Investor Outreach
21:08 — Tactics: Finding, Contacting, and Tracking Investors
27:48 — Mindset, Rejection, and Getting the First Check
30:08 — Alternative Funding & Closing Thoughts
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By Natalie Barbu
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After 200+ investor rejections, we finally raised $1M for our startup. In this episode, I share the real story behind our fundraising journey, lessons learned, and practical tips for founders facing rejection. Whether you’re starting out or deep in the process, this is the advice I wish I had.
Timestamps:
0:00 — Introduction & Podcast Background
3:30 — Fundraising Journey: Rella’s Pre-Seed Story
8:15 — Reflections on Fundraising vs. Bootstrapping
11:06 — How to Pitch: Storytelling & Investor Outreach
21:08 — Tactics: Finding, Contacting, and Tracking Investors
27:48 — Mindset, Rejection, and Getting the First Check
30:08 — Alternative Funding & Closing Thoughts
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