Investors

Fundraising

22 Cap Table Red Flags That Can Derail Your Fundraising (and How to Fix Them)

A poorly structured cap table is a silent killer of fundraising efforts. Here are some common red flags that can cost you valuable investments.

Fundraising

How to Navigate Fundraising Challenges Like a Pro and Win Over Investors

Raising capital for your business is one of the most difficult hurdles to success. Here are some helpful tips for meeting these challenges head-on and overcoming them.

News and Trends

The EB-5 Program is a Lifeline for Asian Investors Amid Rising Tariffs: Southeast Regional Center CFO

Recent changes in U.S. economic policy, including the reintroduction of heavy tariffs and stricter banking regulations, are reshaping the landscape for foreign investors, particularly those from Asia and other regions of the East.

Leadership

100+ Investments Later, These Are the 7 Qualities I Always Look For in a Founder

These are the non-negotiable traits that set exceptional founders apart and turn great ideas into thriving businesses.

Growing a Business

Growing a Startup? Here Are 5 Challenges You'll Likely Face (Plus, Tips to Avoid Them)

Growth isn't just about scaling up — it's about adaptability, focus and building a solid foundation.

Fundraising

The Investment Market Is More Competitive Than Ever — Here's How Startups Can Still Secure Funding

Navigating a volatile market can be unnerving for entrepreneurs. Here are some tried-and-true tips to help secure your business even when the economy seems unstable.

Finance

How To Pull Together The Perfect Pitch Deck

A guide to creating a clear, concise pitch deck that grabs investors' attention by focusing on your vision, the problem you're solving, and why your team is the right one to lead.

Fundraising

Raising Capital? Follow These 3 Rules for Building Strategic Investor Partnerships

Here are three rules for getting much more than just cash out of a funding round.

News and Trends

Funding Recap: 5 Indian AI Start-ups That Raised Most Funds in 2024

In India, the overall number of AI start-ups is estimated to be around 6,200, with over 100 start-ups having raised funds successfully throughout the year.

Leadership

Why Investors Need Emotional Strength Just as Much as a Diversified Portfolio

Does it really matter how diversified your portfolio is if you can't handle your emotions when the market starts crashing and your assets are losing value?

Finance

Top Mutual Fund Strategies for Smart Investors

A well-informed investing strategy is crucial to reaching financial objectives considering changing global trends and market dynamics.

Business News

'Do You Know What a First Class Ticket Costs?' Why Barbara Corcoran Flies Coach

Corcoran says she flies in coach "feeling really smug" instead of first or business class—even though she can afford it. Here's why.

Growing a Business

How to Prepare Your Small Business for Impactful Investor Partnerships That Go Beyond Funding

Here's how investorpreneurs transform startups with mentorship and strategic investments.

News and Trends

Deeptech Startups in Vogue, Attract Strong Investor Interest in Last 5 Years

45 per cent of startups in India originate from tier-II and -III cities, a noteworthy trend, backed by the need to solve local problems, diverse funding options, improved infrastructure, robust digital payments systems, and digital-first business models

Starting a Business

10 Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs That Investors Love (Even If They Seem Like Jerks)

This article explores a thought-provoking question: Why do many successful entrepreneurs exhibit traits that might label them as "jerks?"