Raising $1.4M to CHANGE how companies hire with Michelle Volberg | Inside the Round

In this episode of Inside the Round, Michelle Volberg, founder of Twill, shares her journey of building a startup focused on revolutionizing the hiring process through referrals. She discusses the challenges of fundraising, the importance of community, and the lessons learned along the way. Michelle emphasizes the significance of maintaining a work-life balance and the role of investors in a startup's success. Her insights provide valuable guidance for aspiring founders navigating the complexities of entrepreneurship.Takeaways: Most Slack channels are public and you can find them just by Googling.I take one day a week off, and that has been huge.Community is pivotal to founders, especially for female founders.Fundraise like a cat; don't be overly eager.Every no that you get is leading you to the right yes.Investors come when your business is doing well.You can message an investor on LinkedIn; it's a numbers game.There are many no-code or low-code tools available for founders.Having a supportive personal life is crucial for managing stress.It's important to maintain a balance between fundraising and building your company.Chapters:00:00 The Birth of Twill: From Idea to Execution02:52 Navigating the Fundraising Landscape05:48 Building Community and Organic Growth09:08 The Importance of Feedback and Investor Relationships12:10 Balancing Work and Personal Life14:47 Lessons Learned from Fundraising18:04 The Role of Investors in a Startup's Journey21:07 Maintaining Mental and Emotional Health24:12 Final Thoughts and Key TakeawaysFind Michelle here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellevolberg/Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bamboo-crowd/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5NVE9AhSS5LGb6iepeZW3o To learn more about BTG: https://bambootalent.group/