These questions help you learn more about the sentiment and strategy of investors so that you can create your own vetted list of potential candidates π
π What kinds of investments do they prefer?
πͺ Which markets or industries are they interested and experienced in?
π Typically, what stage of business do they consider?
β Are they able to add any substantive value to the management team, and do they remain poised under pressure?
π€ Do they have a reputation for following through on promises and closing on their term sheets?
πͺ Whom do they syndicate with?
π° Who will be the lead partner and how do they fit with your venture?
π€ Where is the lead investor in the life of their fund?
πΈ. Is there follow-on money reserved, or are they near the end of the fund and ready for another raise from their limited partners?
π€ Are the investors bullish, coming off a successful fund, or anxious, coming off a failing one?
The time is always right for raising money on good terms from the best investors π
If you put in the effort, when the conditions dictate, you will know whom to talk to π
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