- 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.
Rob Hayes
Locations
United States,
San Francisco
Investment type
Incubator
Past investments
Sproutling Acquired by Mattel
RaiseMe
EAT Club
Channel
Twenty20
Fountain
Koru
Mighty Networks
Get Satisfaction
Uber
Remind
Vidme
Complex Polygon
Pantheon
LaunchKit
eero
TaskRabbit
Swift Navigation
Lob
UrbanSitter
Yieldex
Cluster
MightyText
Planet
DNAnexus
Xobni
Manifest
BloomThat
Metromile
ZEFR
Mint
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