{"product_id":"the-art-of-startup-fundraising-pitching-investors-negotiating-the-deal-and-everything-else-entrepreneurs-need-to-know-hardcover","title":"The Art of Startup Fundraising: Pitching Investors, Negotiating the Deal, and Everything Else Entrepreneurs Need to Know - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAlejandro Cremades\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eBarbara Corcoran\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStartup money is moving online, and this guide shows you how it works.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e takes a fresh look at raising money for startups, with a focus on the changing face of startup finance. New regulations are making the old go-to advice less relevant, as startup money is increasingly moving online. These new waters are all but uncharted--and founders need an accessible guide. This book helps you navigate the online world of startup fundraising with easy-to-follow explanations and expert perspective on the new digital world of finance. You'll find tips and tricks on raising money and investing in startups from early stage to growth stage, and develop a clear strategy based on the new realities surrounding today's startup landscape. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe finance world is in a massive state of flux. Changes are occurring at an increasing pace in all sectors, but few more intensely than the startup sphere. When the paradigm changes, your processes must change with it. This book shows you how startup funding works, with expert coaching toward the new rules on the field. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how the JOBS Act impacts the fundraising model\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain insight on startups from early stage to growth stage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind the money you need to get your venture going\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCraft your pitch and optimize the strategy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild momentum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify the right investors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAvoid the common mistakes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDon't rely on the \"how we did it\" tales from superstar startups, as these stories are unique and applied to exceptional scenarios. The game has changed, and playing by the old rules only gets you left behind. Whether you're founding a startup or looking to invest, \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e provides the up-to-the-minute guidance you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e is the groundbreaking book that offers a step-by-step guide to today's way of raising money for startups. Written by acclaimed entrepreneur Alejandro Cremades, the book includes the tools, strategies, and approaches needed to empower entrepreneurs, from formation to financing. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author reveals the secrets behind the art of raising capital and shows how every ingredient in the process needs to be perfectly balanced in order to secure the needed capital. The book details the milestones to be achieved while launching, nurturing, and growing a startup and lists the important markers investors want and expect. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecent regulations--most notably the JOBS Act--are making the old go-to advice less relevant, as startup money is increasingly moving online. \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e helps entrepreneurs develop a clear business strategy based on the new realities surrounding today's financial landscape. Cremades shows how to best organize a corporate structure, enlist experienced and talented managers, and align a winning team that will attract investors. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e explores the advantages and pitfalls of the various sources of capital from business loans to angel groups and beyond. The author also offers an in-depth discussion of the venture capital game and gives solid advice for identifying and engaging with prospects, as well as developing a realistic concept of how much to ask from investors. He stresses the vital importance of selecting the right investors. Knowing what to look for in an investor and the key questions to ask potential investors--even those who invest the smallest amounts of initial seed money--is vital to success. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce momentum has been created and the ideal investor shows interest in a business venture, it is time to close the deal. \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e offers invaluable advice for creating a completion schedule that shows all concerned parties when to expect an agreement to become legally binding. However, once a deal is closed the work isn't done. It becomes one more stepping-stone on the startup journey. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo matter if you are the founder of a startup or looking for an exciting investment opportunity, \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e offers the must-have guidance you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e is the groundbreaking book that offers a step- by-step guide to today's way of raising money for startups. Written by acclaimed entrepreneur Alejandro Cremades, the book includes the tools, strategies, and approaches needed to empower entrepreneurs, from formation to financing. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author reveals the secrets behind the art of raising capital and shows how every ingredient in the process needs to be perfectly balanced in order to secure the needed capital. The book details the milestones to be achieved while launching, nurturing, and growing a startup and lists the important markers investors want and expect. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecent regulations--most notably the JOBS Act--are making the old go-to advice less relevant, as startup money is increasingly moving online. \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e helps entrepreneurs develop a clear business strategy based on the new realities surrounding today's financial landscape. Cremades shows how to best organize a corporate structure, enlist experienced and talented managers, and align a winning team that will attract investors. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e explores the advantages and pitfalls of the various sources of capital from business loans to angel groups and beyond. The author also offers an in-depth discussion of the venture capital game and gives solid advice for identifying and engaging with prospects, as well as developing a realistic concept of how much to ask from investors. He stresses the vital importance of selecting the right investors. Knowing what to look for in an investor and the key questions to ask potential investors--even those who invest the smallest amounts of initial seed money--is vital to success. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce momentum has been created and the ideal investor shows interest in a business venture, it is time to close the deal. \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e offers invaluable advice for creating a completion schedule that shows all concerned parties when to expect an agreement to become legally binding. However, once a deal is closed the work isn't done. It becomes one more stepping-stone on the startup journey. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo matter if you are the founder of a startup or looking for an exciting investment opportunity, \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Startup Fundraising\u003c\/i\u003e offers the must-have guidance you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eALEJANDRO CREMADES\u003c\/b\u003e leads the vision and execution for Onevest as its cofounder and executive chairman. The Onevest ecosystem supports founders and investors in building successful ventures. Onevest provides technology products to connect founders, investors, advisors, and influencers in the entrepreneurship community seamlessly and easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 9.1 x 6.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 11, 2016\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51759175270688,"sku":"9781119191834","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/095156363525752e60dc31e32335a34e.webp?v=1780144347","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-art-of-startup-fundraising-pitching-investors-negotiating-the-deal-and-everything-else-entrepreneurs-need-to-know-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}