087 The Strategic Capital Decision: Bootstrap or Investor Money with Salvatore Tirabassi

What if the money you're chasing is actually slowing down your business? In this eye-opening episode, we break down the real-world implications of choosing between bootstrapping and taking on investors with finance veteran Salvatore Tirabassi. With over two decades in venture capital and as a CFO in high-growth environments, Sal cuts through the financial noise to help founders understand when to raise, how much to raise, and most importantly—when to avoid outside capital altogether. Discover why less than 1% of startups should actually pursue venture funding, how to identify your true fundraising milestones, and the hidden dangers of the "raise as much as you can" mentality.Keywords: bootstrapping, venture capital, fundraising strategy, investor relations, startup funding, capital efficiency, founder control, funding milestones, Salvatore Tirabassi