Raise Capital Like a Pro | Insider Tips from a VC By Esther Romanoff (Podcast # 26)Step into the fast-paced world of venture capital and startup funding with Esther Romanoff, an experienced VC investor. In this gripping podcast, Esther lifts the curtain on the mysterious ways VCs evaluate and choose which startups to invest in.Get ready to learn the inside scoop! Esther breaks down what VCs really look for in founders and their teams, how they decide if a product fits the market and is gaining traction, and the differences between early-stage (seed) and growth (Series A) funding.But hold on, there's even more! Esther dishes out practical tips for entrepreneurs on creating killer pitch decks, steering clear of classic fundraising blunders, charming potential investors, and validating those groundbreaking startup ideas.Whether you're an aspiring business owner aiming to secure funding or just someone curious about how the minds of VCs tick, this chat is packed with real-world advice. Esther's candid conversation is your shortcut to understanding the ABCs of VC fundraising. It's all about unlocking practical insights that bridge the gap between startup dreams and successful funding journeys.-----------------------------------------------------------? CONNECT WITH MUDASSIR ? YouTube Channel -  @prodcircleHQ    ? Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ? Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq? Website - https://prodcircle.com/? Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/?SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPTVisit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://www.prodcircle.com/podcast? LISTEN FOR FREE Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prodcricle-with-mudassir-mustafa/id1688602416Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7MKODYGDeiWP4Y5xUpih31?si=7ce29a73d8724ac2Google Podcast  - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTg5ODA4LnJzcwRSS - https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2189808.rss? LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prodcricle-with-mudassir-mustafa/id1688602416?? GET IN TOUCH You can also Tweet @prodcirclehq with any feedback, ideas, or thoughts about the lessons you've learned from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in ?Looking to work with Mudassir, drop an email.Connect with Mudassir ? YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ ? Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ? Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq? Website - https://prodcircle.com/? Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/