Prerequisite

• [ ] Get enough traction for the round you're planning to raise
• [ ] Make sure you can dedicate yourself exclusively to fundraising for 2-6 months
  • [ ] Product development
  • [ ] Marketing & sales

Network

• [ ] Meet 20-30 founders from your industry
• [ ] Get to know 5-10 founders really well, so they can advocate for you

Fundraising goals

• [ ] Set the target amount and valuation

Legal

• [ ] Incorporate
• [ ] Prepare your SAFE note

Pitch

• [ ] Build a deck
  • [ ] Get feedback from 5-10 investors/founders/advisors
  • [ ] Learn your pitch by heart
• [ ] Prepare a product demo

Investor funnel