Funding Your Business: Demystifying Venture Capital (Skillshare)

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Funding Your Business: Demystifying Venture Capital (Skillshare)

Ready to raise money for your business? Join Union Square Ventures Managing Partner Albert Wenger and learn how to navigate the world of venture capital with confidence! Why do businesses need financing? What are pros and cons of raising venture capital funding? How do you get started, and what are best practices for success? This friendly and informative 60-minute class is a perfect introduction to the world of fundraising—giving you insights, vocabulary, and tips you can put into action right away.

You'll learn:

  • Whether venture capital funding is right for your business
  • How to get started with seed financing
  • Best practices for meeting, pitching, and persuading investors
  • How to navigate a term sheet

Lessons will be especially useful for aspiring entrepreneurs, founders, and enthusiasts curious about how promising companies get funded. It's time to get your business ready for success!
ACTION: Tell us about your business!
You joined this class because you have a business you're eager to fund. Now, use this class as a resource for practicing your company's story. In the Project Gallery, share your "elevator pitch." Include:

  • what your business does
  • what makes it unique
  • why you will win the market

Use concise, specific language to clearly and effectively communicate your story, and remember not to give your full deck away just yet! Share just enough information to intrigue your fellow students—and ask specific, directed questions so we can all share constructive and useful feedback.
Looking forward to seeing your projects!

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