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Find, attract, and connect with investors, even if you don’t have a strong network, by following the principles I laid out in the Fundraising Coldstart Course. Purchase it here:
You’re at a very early stage of your startup and trying to fundraise, but:
You're new to this, and you don't have strong investor connections.
Investors don't reply to your cold messages – or directly decline.
Nobody wants to do a warm introduction to you.
Investors don't seem to care because you don't have any traction
Investors don't approach you proactively.
Your cold mailing approach is fundamentally broken.
You don’t invest time in providing value and building trust.
You don’t understand how to move strategically into investor circles.
You don’t use creative strategies that will make investors approach you.
Combine these 2 things to maximize your chances of getting invited by investors to a pitch meeting:
(The Pull-Strategy)
(The Push-Strategy)
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MODULE 1
Investors are looking for trustworthy founders that are perceived as thought leaders.
In this module, you'll learn how to build your persona online, creating a powerful media presence in creative ways that sets you apart from the competition and catches the attention of potential investors.
From crafting a compelling tagline to mastering creative social media content and engagement strategies, that will basically force the investors to notice and chase you.
By the end of this module, you'll be well on your way to building a media presence that attracts the attention of investors and sets your startup apart from the crowd.
MODULE 2
In today's crowded startup landscape, it's not enough to have a great idea - you need to establish yourself as a trusted voice in your industry.
Positioning yourself as a Thought Leader in your industry is key to getting attention from potential Investors.
In this module, you'll learn the strategies to reach out to media publications, podcasts, and event organizers in order to gain exposure and instantly increase your credibility.
You'll discover how to become a thought leader, make a lasting impression and instantly elevate your authority in the eyes of investors
MODULE 3
Finding and connecting with investors is the biggest challenge for most founders that don’t have a strong network.
Investors are being approached by hundreds of founders on a continuous basis, and they’re hard-wired to say “NO” as soon as they’re being pitched to.
But with the right approach, you can take down their guard and become a magnetic and interesting case to them.
In this module, you'll discover how to identify the right investors and grab their attention in a personalized way (99% of founders do it the wrong way).
MODULE 4
The first impression with investors is the determining factor that will either pique their interest in you and your startup or not.
In this module, you'll learn how to approach investors with confidence and build instant rapport. You'll discover proven techniques to stand out from other founders competing for their attention.
With these strategies in your toolkit, you'll be well on your way to instantly gaining investor attention and getting your foot through the door.
BONUS 1
Fundraising is tough. And early-stage founders share the same challenges. So why not use the power of community to help each other?
In the FundraisingCOUP community, you’ll connect with other founders working on fundraising for their tech startups, you’ll be able to ask other members questions, share knowledge and valuable resources – and support each other in a challenging journey.
BONUS 2
Unlock your potential and accelerate your success with the ultimate tool to complement your journey through this course.
This is the secret weapon to unleashing your full potential and crushing your networking goals. Think of it as your personal guide, combining all the valuable insights and strategies you will gain from The Fundraising Coldstart into one easy-to-use worksheet.
With this powerful tool, you can track your progress, monitor your growth, and always know your next step. It's like having a personal coach with you 24/7, keeping you on track and accountable to your goals.
BONUS 3
In this guide, you’ll get everything you need to write the best and most creative cold emails possible to investors. This is 9 pages of gold that will make your cold email stand out in investor’s inboxes. It’s a step by step guide with tons of examples. There is no cold email guide out there better than this. Get it if you want to increase your chances of getting replies by investors and securing a pitch meeting.
BONUS 4
Say goodbye to the endless search for investors and the frustration of not knowing where to start. Use our database, to gain access to a comprehensive, curated list of more than 100 external lists of verified investors who are looking for new investment opportunities.
BONUS 5
In order to connect with potential investors using the techniques mentioned earlier, it's important to understand their mindset and expectations.
That's why we're offering this free Fundraising Masterclass. During this masterclass, you'll gain valuable insights into the thought processes of investors.
You'll learn how to effectively communicate with them and position your startup as a standout candidate for funding. As well as I will guide you through avoiding common pitfalls and maximizing your chances of securing the investment you need to take your startup to the next level.
BONUS 6
After establishing a successful connection with investors, the next step involves pitching and presenting your startup to them in order to secure funding.
As a bonus for purchasing The Fundraising Coldstart, we are offering a free Pitching and Presenting masterclass to help you develop a presentation that sells! In this masterclass, you’ll learn how to Pitch with BAM, BOOM, POW, and WOW.
In order to purchase the Coldstart Package for €299 you need to join the INFINITE DISRUPTION Community for 15€/month first
Access to FundraisingCOLDSTART Video Masterclass (all 4 Modules)
You get access to all 5 COUP Modules:
1. Module 1: Structure & Storytelling
2. Module 2: Audience
3. Module 3: Act(or)
4. Module 4: Slide-Design
5. Module 5: Preparation
Access to the INFINITE DISRUPTION Community
You get access to the COUP online community where you can ask the community for feedback, learn from their experiences, and get a regular inflow of interesting resources Iskender shares
5 bonuses (CRM tool, cold email guide, investor lists, 2 masterclasses)
Alone the handout is worth the overall price of the package. This is pure value.
Preferred access to fundraising events
Lifetime Learners will get access to all future content updates to the course without any additional costs.
Hassle-free cancellation
If there is ONE course for Founders and new Entrepreneurs, then the FundraisingColdStart is #THECOURSE. It is an investment with a million forth return! The content, tools and delivery exceeded my expectations from an end to end. It feels like a torch guiding us on a ROADMAP with concrete steps to take in an unchartered territory.I feel enlightened, empowered and very confident to take the next steps, big and small.The course is a piece of GOLD! Every Entrepreneur deserves to have a taste of it. I would give it my last penny – zero hesitation.
What valuable LESSONS. Your lectures have been exceptional and truly innovative compared to others.
Iskender combines profound knowledge and first-hand experience in the tech and VC world with outstanding creativity and storytelling skills. I can’t imagine a better lecturer to up your fundraising game.
The Fundraising Coldstart is specifically designed for…
those who are dedicated to becoming exceptional founders,
those that are prepared to take immediate action to build a network around them that will open doors to relevant investors,
and those that want to attract investors instead of chasing them Does that sound like you? Then you should buy it, because…
This is not just a fundamental knowledge course; rather, it offers practical guidance for immediate implementation.
I will provide you with complete instructions on how to establish a compelling online founder profile for you, which will attract potential investors.
Additionally, I will provide you with a detailed roadmap outlining how you can approach these investors effectively. You’ll also get my insider tips and hacks on how to get referrals from other well-connected individuals to introduce you to the right investor.
The skills you’ll learn will pay dividends for a lifetime, as well as the CRM tool will be very valuable for all the future rounds and startups you might have.
Ouh, you mean the video lessons? They’re shorter than half of the working day (>3 hours) ;)
Honestly, it’s for selfish reasons.
In the past few months, a lot of founders wanted to join my mastermind group, because their biggest challenge has been finding and getting connections with investors, but it didn’t fit into their budget.
That’s why I made something affordable for everyone, to kickstart their fundraising process, hoping that this will help you raise some capital, and then come into my premium mastermind program.
We wanted to make this program affordable for every founder that wants to build an investor network around them, therefore it’s a No.
Iskender allows direct contact only to his premium mastermind students.
This is only for serious and committed founders that want to take action today and start gaining traction in their fundraising journey.
If you’re thinking of testing the waters and you’re not fully committed - it would make sense to ask about the refund policy.
A lot of my premium mastermind students have used it, and it works every single time, and thus we don't offer a guarantee because the only reason you wouldn't want to keep it is that you didn't use it.
Click on the “Enroll Now” button, enter your payment details, and we will send you access via email after successful payment.
The only reason it wouldn’t work is if you don’t use the knowledge you obtained from the course.
No! Iskender doesn’t offer introductions, referrals, or anything of that sort. That would neither be a serious business practice nor would such a “paid” and “super superficial” introduction help you at all.
In The Fundraising Coldstart Iskender focuses on teaching YOU the skills and insider secrets on how to find and connect with investors, as well as how to get warm introductions to investors from others.
