Raising money may not be the right move – or not yet. Over 90% of founders bootstrap through launch. Some have no choice, others do it by design. Bootstrapping increases flexibility, preserves equity, and lets you focus on your business, not fundraising. We’ll show you the pros/cons of bootstrapping, and teach you how it’s done.
Most startups need some form of financing, whether that’s from bootstrapping, borrowing, or selling equity. Making sense of all the options can be overwhelming; we’ll make it simple. Learn the basics of each approach, and find out which one is best for you, in this interactive, online webinar.
Only $49
Whether you raise capital or bootstrap, you’ve got to understand the rules of the funding game. We’ll match you with an UpStart coach who has bootstrapped, and raised capital from friends and family, angel investors, and venture capitalists. We’ll explain the issues that drive how much capital to raise, where to find it, and how to establish terms. You’ll also learn how bootstrapping works, in case that’s a viable option.
“Raising money for the first time can be confusing and intimidating. UpStart helped me understand how it all works, and came up with a fundraising plan that fit our goals, stage, and resources.”
Only $200
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Done right, bootstrapping can help you keep more equity, have more freedom and make your company more attractive to potential investors when the time is right,. In this coaching session, you’ll learn from an experience bootstrapper. We’ll explain the pros and cons of bootstrapping, and help you determine the right approach given your situation. Then we’ll show you the techniques used by some of the best bootstrappers around. Bootstrap well, and you can raise money more easily, later, and on your terms – or not at all.
“UpStart explained the advantages of getting traction first, and raising money later. They showed me ways to cut corners and preserve cash without sacrificing speed. Great stuff!”
Only $200
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Bootstrapping is a numbers game, and our coaches have your number. We’ll help you determine whether your business is a good candidate for bootstrapping. Then we’ll create a financial roadmap for you, with phases and milestones. That way, you can run lean and mean, manage your risk, and shoot for specific targets.
“I thought raising money was the answer, but you showed me otherwise, and I’m grateful. Thanks to you, I spent the last few months landing paying customers instead of chasing investors.”
Only $1,200
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