Investor, keep your money for yourself!
Today, all and sundry are telling how to find an investor, make a presentation correctly and make a bright patch. One might get the impression that attracting investment is almost an end in itself for a startup. In many ways it is. However, attracting investments, although it is an important milestone in the life of any startup, is by no means an obligatory element for everyone. But if a decision is made to raise the round, it is important to understand when, on what conditions and from whom it is better not to take money.
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So what happens? Unless the founders want to be the sole proprietor of their business, can you borrow money? Yes, but with an understanding of when, on what conditions and from whom this money is raised. And don't forget about smart money.