- Having a clear and well-defined business plan that outlines your goals, strategies, and financial projections.
- Demonstrating a track record of success and growth, if possible, such as through customer traction or revenue growth.
- Conducting thorough research on potential investors to ensure that they are a good fit for your business, and align with your goals and values.
- Being prepared to give up some level of control in your business in exchange for investment capital.
- Being open to feedback and guidance from your investor, as they may have valuable experience and insights to share.
- Having a clear understanding of the terms of the investment, including equity ownership and potential exit strategies.
Michael Arrington
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Locations
United States
Investment type
Venture Capital
Angel/Individual
Markets
Past investments
Pocket Network
GameAnalytics
Mindie
remot3it
Famous
ThunderCore
Dogster
Channel
LikeIt
Airtime
checkthis
Flowdock
Instamotor
Vega Protocol
Getaround
Pingpad
Gogobot
CERE Network
Karma
HaulerDeals
WATCHR Media
Codecademy
Nexo
justme
Sipher
Opendoor
Complex Polygon
Zaarly
SnapGuide
LikeALittle
Milk
Wavii acquired by Google
YourMechanic
Vayable
Vurb
Frontback
PandoMedia
Twice
Creative Market
FamousAF Stolen
Couple
Nitrous
Omnidrive
Vango
zkLink
Origami Labs
DanceJam
Seesmic
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