What actually makes a business investor-ready, and why do most founders get it wrong?In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Nnamdi of Intellectual Plug to break down what investors are truly looking for, beyond pitch decks and buzzwords. This is a practical, no-fluff conversation for founders who want to stop guessing and start building businesses that can attract serious capital.

We talk about the gap between having an idea and being fundable, the most common mistakes founders make when seeking investment, why numbers matter more than passion, and how to structure your business model so it actually makes sense to investors.If you’re building towards 2026, thinking about grants, crowdfunding, pre-seed funding, or external capital, this episode gives you clarity on:How investors think1. When (and when not) to seek funding2. How to value your business correctly3. What makes a business investible, not just interestingThis conversation is for founders who want to build with intention, structure, and long-term sustainability.CONNECT WITH INTELLECTUAL PLUG:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theintellectualplug/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-intellectual-plug/🎥 New episodes every Wednesday📌 Subscribe for honest conversations with builders across business, tech, and creativity.#UnscriptedWithRaygan #Entrepreneurship #StartupFunding #Investors #BuildingInAfrica #Business2026Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/rayganofficialCONNECT WITH RAYGAN:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rayganofficialTwitter - https://twitter.com/rayganofficialLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reaganmarfo/Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rayganofficial?_t=ZM-8tHBftDyYdx&_r=1🎵 Music in this video is from Epidemic Sound: Sign up: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gu55sw📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring interviews!