Stages of Funding: 8 Ways to Raise Seed Money

Seed Money

In the journey of starting a company, realizing that you need to raise money is par for the course. Maybe you need to test your product’s viability, increase your stock, or grow your team…these steps require funding.

Venture capital is the path many entrepreneurs take, but there are actually 7 other ways to get the funding you need.

Each method has its pros and cons and suits different types of companies. Ultimately (and this is important), the filter for your decision should be your personal goals.

Depending on what you want to achieve, you might be able to get the capital you need without working with VCs. What are the different funding methods, and the pros and cons of each? How do you pick the right one for you?

In this episode, I continue my special series on The 5 Stages of Funding. This time, I’m talking about all the different funding methods that you can use.

Topics Covered;

-The benefits of raising money through family and friends

-Using loans and credits cards to fund your company

-Crowdfunding: why it’s not as as easy at it looks

-The great thing about agent investor groups and incubators

-What you must do before choosing Venture Capital

I created a guide on the 5 Stages to Funding guide, just for you! It's a completely free download and the perfect overview if you’re ready to go after the funding you need for your business. Learn about Mindset, Types of funding, How to find and pitch to investors, deal structure, and closing the deal. Download your free guide over at seedmoneypodcast.com.

Host Bio

Jayla Siciliano, Shark Tank entrepreneur turned real estate investor, excels in building brands, teams, and products. CEO of a bi-coastal luxury short-term rental company, she also hosts the Seed Money Podcast where she’s on a mission to help early-stage entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality!

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