TBC: The Power of Closing Dates in Fundraising
In this episode of The Backchannel, we break down the concept of closing dates in fundraising and why they’re a powerful psychological tool rather than a legal requirement. Learn how closing dates create urgency, push investors to commit, and help fundraisers organize their rounds effectively. Whether you're a startup founder or a fund manager, this episode will help you understand how to set and communicate closing dates to drive decisions and close your round with confidence.
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TBC: The Ability to Be Great is Everywhere but Resources are Not
Being a great entrepreneur is a commitment to continuous growth, learning, and experience.
There isn’t only one profile of a great entrepreneur - it can be anyone and anywhere.
One that might hold back success? Lack of resources.
In today’s episode, Jason Yeh talks us through the impact of having support structures and a solid network in one’s fundraising journey - and the absence of them as well.
We all have that potential or spark in us. But the harsh reality is that not everyone gets to turn that spark into a burning fire.
So what do we do then? Tune in as Jason discusses this challenge in the world of entrepreneurship.
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TBC: The Importance And Fragility Of Credibility
The key to creating a remarkable network and achieving a successful fundraise? Credibility.
In this episode, Jason Yeh talks about credibility - how important and fragile it is when you are a founder looking for your investors.
With everything uncertain in the startup and fundraising world, credibility is one of the few things investors predictably rely on.
Tune in with this episode and find out stories about credibility, its importance, and how you can safeguard it!
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TBC: Explaining "this isn't venture-backable"
Getting constructive feedback from experienced investors has always been part of any founder’s journey.
When it comes to feedback, it’s vital that you accept this truth: your business is not for everyone, and that’s okay.
Some will like it, some might take time to see your vision, and some will immediately reject it.
In this episode, Jason Yeh talks about one of the most famous painful pieces of feedback that investors give founders: “This isn’t venture-backable.”
That feedback isn’t the end of the fundraising journey though. There are things to consider and actions to take before really deciding whether or not your business is venture-backable.
Don’t miss this episode and find out the truth behind that statement, how you should take it, and what actions you should follow up with.
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TBC: Why In-person Meetings Are So Valuable
Now that the world is slowly emerging from the pandemic that transformed our lives over the past two years, it’s about time that things go back to normal.
Catching up in person, talking over coffee, meeting for dinner - it’s been a while, and a trip to Brazil for a live workshop reminded Jason why face-to-face is so important.
In this episode, Jason talks about the power of holding in-person meetings.
Despite the convenience that zoom meetings offer founders and investors, nothing beats the experience of sitting across the table from the person you’re talking to.
What can in-person meetings specifically bring to the table that long hours over zoom could never?
Tune in to this episode as Jason discusses his observations around the difference between online and in-person meetings.
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TBC: Eisenhower Matrix And Health Insurance
Prioritizing tasks during fundraising preparation is one of the essential things a founder must stay on top of.
A common struggle with this is starting to work on important fundraising tasks that don’t feel urgent.
In today’s episode, Jason talks about the Eisenhower matrix - a matrix that explains the different tasks you encounter, the struggle of prioritizing those tasks, and how you can deal with it all.
Discover the “danger zone” in the Eisenhower Matrix of fundraising preparation and what you can do to avoid it.
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TBC: VC Anxiety - Why Am I Seeing This Deal?
Ever wonder what’s the first thing that comes to mind for investors when they see your deal?
Aside from curiosity, anxiety creeps up on them, too.
One of the biggest anxieties that cross investors' minds? “Why am I seeing this deal?”
Two things they’re considering - are they seeing your deal because it came from a good source… or are they seeing your deal because it was rejected by other investors.
In today’s episode, Jason gives us a peek inside the mind of investors - and how fundraisers could better understand this element of investor psychology.
Tune in and learn more about this investor anxiety and how you can leverage it in the best way possible!
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TBC: Pitch The Circle
As founders, it’s normal to want to show investors that you are worth it - that you are an expert in your field and that your company means something.
This is the main reason why a lot of founders make the mistake of overcomplicating their pitch. You try to show the value of your company without realizing that there’s unnecessary complexity attached to it.
In today’s episode, Jason talks about why you should not be doing this.Find out what “pitch the circle” means, and how this relates to the way you deliver your pitch.
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TBC: The Dirty Secret of Thesis-driven Firms
Thesis-driven firms have been on the rise for the past few years.
These firms have a specific area of focus - one they use as a main driver for their marketing.
Because of this, some founders have a hard time in finding the “right” firm they’d want to invest in their business.
But did you know there's a dirty little secret behind these theses?In today’s episode, Jason reveals a secret behind thesis-driven firms - and what you can do with that information.
Find out this secret and get some actionable advice for your fundraising now!
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TBC: Cold Intros vs. Warm Intros
Introductions hold incredible power in the world of fundraising.
Pulling a good network together and getting to know new people takes effort and time. But you know what? It’s a hundred percent worth it.
You’ll find out why in this episode, where Jason breaks down the importance of introductions - both cold and warm, and how it basically forms the backbone of early-stage fundraising.
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