Raising Capital vs. Revenue

In This Episode: My dog Tig has social anxiety ** Raising Capital vs. Revenue ** Raising Money is a tool to get to Revenue ** We love traction ** People have fallen in love with the raise ** First check, first client is our goal ** I thought at first, I should be raising capital ** Deconstruct the idea in practical ways ** The right resources at the right time ** Some valuations are insane ** Communication is always sacrosanct to us ** It's about realism ** Everyone wants the NETFLIX win ** A solid performing company is a win. Know your investors goals and timeline ** You can't just sit there and beg ** Avoid the Greater Fool Theory ** Technologies can take a long time to get commercialized. ** Many people are not discerning enough ** Early on the idea of raising money feels like the finish line ** First check, first client is the sexiest. Investment comes later ** Keep your day job ** Is the runway equivalent to the takeoff? https://www.chrisjonesmedia.com/no-followers-podcast