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If you’re an entrepreneur starting to raise money… Caution: Investor Meetings ≠ Sales Meetings. Why👇🏻 Differences: ➊ Longer Horizons ❌ Don’t expect an immediate “yes.” ✅ Do aim for interest and next steps. ➋ Data-Driven Questions ❌ Don’t assume “features” are enough. ✅ Do prepare for sharp questions about your team, IP, and growth plan. 💡 Bonus → Bring realistic, balanced projections. However, there’s some similarities: Similarities: 1️⃣ End Goal: → Whether selling a product or pitching your business, you’re driving toward the same outcome: a deal. 2️⃣ Relationship First: → Investors and sales prospects both want to connect with someone professional, credible, and engaging before committing. But why is this 1st meeting so crucial? Planning is crucial. It sets the tone. Investors decide: • Are you credible? • Is your idea compelling? • Do they want to learn more? What do do before/during/after: ➤ Before: Research your audience. Refine your pitch (short, compelling). ➤ During: Be confident yet adaptable. Focus on your unique solution & business model. ➤ After: Provide clear next steps. Follow up with thoughtful responses. In one of my earliest pitches, I aimed too high with aggressive forecasts. The investor nodded politely… then left the room and that was it. Lesson learned: ✅ Find the balance between enthusiasm and realism. P.S. How do I know? I’ve shared some of my specific funding experiences in the comments. If you have any questions about them, feel free to ask, and I’ll do my best to answer!