Amit Vikram Tripathi’s Post

🚫 Handling Investor Rejections Without Losing Momentum Let’s be honest—rejections sting. But in fundraising, rejection is inevitable. The key? Don’t take it personally, and don’t stop moving. Here’s what I’ve learned: 1. Ask for Feedback, Not Just a "No" Rejections can be your best teachers. When an investor passes, politely ask: “What would you like to see us improve?” Investors appreciate founders who want to grow, and this feedback can guide your next steps. 2. Investors Believe in “Never Say Never” Just because you got a “no” today doesn’t mean it’s forever. Many investors want to see progress over time. Regular updates on your wins, pivots, or new traction can keep the door open for future conversations. 3. Expand Your Outreach and Keep the Funnel Healthy A “no” from one investor means you need to cast your net wider. Fundraising is about keeping the pipeline full—the more conversations you have, the closer you are to a “yes.” 4. Stay Focused, Stay Positive Fundraising is a numbers game, and every rejection gets you closer to the right investor. Use rejections as fuel to refine your pitch and widen your reach. 💡 Pro tip: Keep investors in the loop—even the ones who passed. A well-timed email with progress updates can reignite interest. What’s your go-to strategy for handling investor rejection? Share your thoughts below!👇 If you’re finding it tough to manage rejections or need help keeping your outreach on track, let’s chat. 👉 Book a call here: https://lnkd.in/guwMgERK #fundraising #venturecapital #angels #investing

💡Last week, I embarked on a fulfilling journey—dedicating 1 hour daily to mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs. Over the past few days, I’ve had 15-minute conversations with 7 incredible founders, and their energy and innovative ideas left me inspired! 🌟 These young minds are tackling new-age problems, but many share similar challenges: - How to scale quickly - Building impactful sales funnels - Cracking the right GTM strategies - Deciding where to start and where to stop when building a product Surprisingly, very few had questions about fundraising. Instead, they came with a solid mindset of finding the product-market fit first and only then planning to approach investors or explore fundraises. Most of them are trying the cold-calling route to reach their customers (most startups I spoke with were in the B2B space) and were worried about getting no replies from people. 💡 Remember: Those 100 NOs don’t matter—wait till you get your first YES. That one YES from a customer can change everything. If you have a product or an idea and need help brainstorming, strategizing, or planning a product launch, I’d love to connect. Block 15 minutes with me! ✨ These 15 minutes are just the beginning—if you’re seriously building, we can set up regular calls to keep the momentum going. 👉 Here’s my Calendly link: https://lnkd.in/dHd8muK8 I will continue sharing our discussions, insights, and common challenges faced by entrepreneurs while building startups on a weekly basis for everyone’s reference. #startupindia #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Mentorship #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #StartupChallenges #FounderJourney #ProductMarketFit #SalesFunnels #ScalingUp #ColdCalling #Leadership #GrowthMindset #BuildingTheFuture #StartupLife

🌟 Transforming My Mindset: The Key to Entrepreneurial Success 🌟 I realized long ago that a stingy mindset wouldn’t help me grow. While it might work for others, it certainly didn't for me. When I embarked on my entrepreneurial journey, I was eager to close my first customer but hesitant to invest a dime until I did. Days turned into weeks, and weeks into months, and I found myself no closer to securing that elusive first customer. It became clear that to achieve my goals, I needed the right tools, software, data lists, and platform subscriptions. So, I took the leap and invested in everything I needed. This decision transformed my business. With the right resources, I reached out to my target customers more effectively and efficiently. In just one month, I closed two customers, recouping all my initial investments. This success propelled me forward, enabling me to close four more clients in the US. Now, I’m living my dream, earning more than my last job ever paid me, and working on my own terms with clients I choose. The moral of my story? Never shy away from investing in yourself. Believe me, it's the best investment you can make. Whether it’s education, training, or the right tools, investing in yourself will help you achieve your goals faster and more effectively. If you think you're stuck in the same pattern I was in, let's talk :) https://lnkd.in/gxqS8raH #Entrepreneurship #InvestInYourself #GrowthMindset #BusinessSuccess #EntrepreneurLife #SelfInvestment #BusinessGrowth

The pain is real. I met with a few Angel Investors and I saw the pain in their eyes while expressing how they missed Canva, DoorDash, Figma . And it's not easy to spot or recognize any opportunity. it's going to be either hit or miss. And it's a risk . I think the pain of taking a risk is far less than the pain of regret. Many angel investors often ask how to evaluate a startup before investing and how to protect themselves from making a poor investment. What I've learned so far: - Verify Founders: Assess the founder's profile; they will drive success or failure. Check their career trajectory and achievements. - Look for signs that the founders can handle discomfort well. A Founder should have high tolerance to discomfort.  - Beyond Degrees: Don’t be swayed by prestigious degrees. entrepreneurship isn’t taught in any college. - Caution with Executives: Be wary of big corporation employees as founders; they may struggle without their established ecosystem. - It's a red flag when a founder focuses on salary or wants to get paid during the pre-seed and seed stages. I have around 25 bootstrappers. They are doing exciting stuff. AI and non-AI.  If you are an angel investor let's chat. https://lnkd.in/d2razdUH #angelinvestors, #paloalto #VC #AIstartups #startups.

📊 Financial Projections: Top-Down vs. Bottom-Up Approach—Which One Should You Use? Creating financial projections is both an art and a science. But here’s the twist—the approach you take matters depending on the type of investor you’re pitching to: 1. Top-Down Approach: - This method starts with market size and narrows down to estimate your potential revenue. - VCs and institutional investors love it because it aligns with their focus on big markets and scalable growth. 2. Bottom-Up Approach: - This is the ground-level view, where you build projections based on sales channels, pricing, and actual capacity. - Angel investors and operators prefer it because it feels more realistic and ties closely to your operations. 💡 Which Approach Should You Use? Truth is, it’s not always easy to choose. But whatever you decide, investors want to see: A clear path to market and how your strategy connects to your numbers. Realistic assumptions—overly optimistic projections can backfire and signal a lack of preparation. Avoid vague assumptions. If your numbers don't add up, investors will dig in—and that’s a conversation you don’t want to have. Pro Tip: Some founders use both approaches to validate their projections—starting with a top-down market view and layering on bottom-up specifics for credibility. What’s your experience with financial projections? Have you found one approach works better than the other? Share your thoughts in the comments!👇 📅 If you need help refining your financial projections or strategy, let’s connect. 👉 Book a call here: https://lnkd.in/guwMgERK #fundraising #investors #venturecapitalist #angels #startups

Ever had one of those moments where you wish the ground would swallow you up? Maybe it’s a forgotten name, or a joke that fell flat. Let's embrace our awkward moments—they make great stories later! What’s your funniest awkward moment, and how did you recover? ___ 🔄 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 if you found value to share with others in your network! 👣➡️ 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 Rajeev Mudumba for more value 2-3x daily! #Planb #Planbsuccess #awkward #jokes

🚨🚨 STARTUP MEDIA CHALLENGE 🚨🚨 Are you a founder who dreams of seeing your company written about in the WSJ, Bloomberg or the FT? Do you have no idea how to do it? I want to help you do just that, risk-free. You only have to pay me if you see your company land in an article in those elite outlets. There's no monthly retainer. I'm not bribing anyone. There's nothing sheisty to it. I only want to deliver value for all sides involved. I don't care what industry you're in. I believe that most venture-backed startups are able to contribute to the global story. They just haven't been taught how. Startups are gold mines for elite reporters, as I found during my 8 years at Bloomberg News. Let's put that theory to the test! Book a slot with me here: https://lnkd.in/ehfpynuv And please repost this so I can potentially help as many startups as possible!

The Perfect Exit Starts with Preparation 🚀 Is Your Business Ready for a Successful Exit? 🚀 Many business owners dream of a smooth, profitable exit, but how prepared are you really? The first step to a perfect exit is understanding your business's current state. Are your financials in order? Is your business valuation accurate? Do you have a clear exit strategy? 💼 Let’s find out together. Schedule an appointment today to evaluate whether your business is truly exit-ready. Don’t leave your future to chance—prepare now for the outcome you deserve! #BusinessExit #ExitPlanning #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Womenentrepreneurs #Womeninbusiness #StrategicPlanning

🌟 Celebrating Wins Together! 🌟 I just had to share this incredible moment from one of my clients. Helping my clients achieve these kinds of breakthroughs is what it's all about—focusing on service, building connections, and transforming lives. Ready to create your own success story? Let’s make it happen together. 💫 #TherapistToCoach #ClientSuccess #CarlyHillCoaching

Meet cohort 4 alum Nadine M. and get ready for an energy boost! One coffee with Nadine and you will leave with new stories and non stop laughter! •⁠ ⁠Can you name a person from your network who had a significant impact on your career or life in Israel? Gili Fleekop hands down! Gili is an incredible friend and an inspirational and kick-butt entrepreneur whose not only made life in Israel much sweeter personally, but has taught me and our community a lot professionally, as we’ve watched her journey from Aliyah to starting and running her successful businesses! Gili also introduced me to the amazing Nevo Network 🤩. •⁠ ⁠⁠⁠If someone is seeking advice in your field, what’s the first thing you’d tell them? >> Ever heard the quote “jack of all trades but master of none?” Well the full quote is: “Jack of all trades master of none, though oftentimes better than master of one.” In Israel, I had often been told that being a “jack of all trades” had a negative connotation. But I’ve only found the opposite to be true in practice. I’d advise anyone, regardless of industry or trade, to see how they can utilize their past experiences and pull from previous and sometimes seemingly irrelevant or not connected knowledge, to supplement their work and broaden their perspectives. There are always important lessons and takeaways we have from other experiences and roles in life that we can utilize moving forward. •⁠ ⁠⁠How has living in Israel influenced your personal or professional outlook? >> Living in Israel has influenced me more than I can describe in a few sentences. But first and foremost, Israel has taught me, more than any experience before, to jump into life with full excitement, faith, and openness. Don’t care what people think and do what you know is right. And of course, Israel solidified my most important lesson - gratitude. It’s a gift and privilege to live in and be part of a nation in their ancestral homeland and that can’t be taken for granted. Reach out to Nadine M. for a coffee! ☕️