When it comes to getting investors to fund your early-stage startup there are some key funding mistakes you want to avoid. Many founders fail to make progress because they miss the mark at the ground floor and they lose critical momentum in those early investor discussions. 

Seed stage VC’s are evaluating numerous factors and some of them are surprisingly basic.

From tracking financial metrics to basic paperwork, investors are looking for a founder who can clearly communicate where their company is at and the vision of what their company can be.

What red flags will get your pitch deck shot down instantly? What do founders need to know before they go out looking for funding? What financial metrics are Seed Stage VC’s looking for? 

Today, we’re hearing straight from a VC investor who evaluates tons of startups. Triet Nguyen the Principal at Render Capital shares his story and what makes a startup a compelling investment.

Topics Covered;

• Triet’s journey to becoming a Venture Capitalist (it’s not the usual story)  

• How to de-risk your startup 

• What makes VCs replace a startup founder 

• How to build trust through transparency 

 

Guest Bio

Triet Nguyen is the Principal at Render Capital. He is a former founder turned venture capitalist who focuses on investing in early-stage startups that democratize emerging technologies for legacy and traditionally underserved industries, particularly those outside the major tech hubs of New York, Boston, and San Francisco. Visit https://www.render.capital/ and email [email protected]. 

 

About Your Host

Jayla Siciliano, Shark Tank entrepreneur turned real estate investor, excels in building brands, teams, and products. CEO of a bi-coastal luxury short-term rental company, she also hosts the Seed Money Podcast where she’s on a mission to help early-stage entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality! 

 

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The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice.