Here’s what we will cover today:

• Leverage your network for warm connections

• Don't fear AI, embrace its potential

• Danish cleantech firm expands to the US     

Quote of the Day

“Good business leaders create a vision, articulate the vision, passionately own the vision, and relentlessly drive it to completion.”
~Jack Welch

Today’s Tip

Trying to secure venture capital (VC) funding for your startup? The competition is fierce, but there's a way to stand out from the crowd. It's all about building a strong connection with the right VC partner.

Target the Right Champion: VC firms are made up of individual partners, each with their own areas of expertise. Find the partner whose background aligns best with your business. Look for past investments in your industry – this shows they understand your market and can add strategic value.

Unlock the Power of Introductions: Having a warm introduction is the golden ticket. It puts you ahead of the countless cold emails flooding a VC's inbox. Leverage your network: reach out to past investors, industry experts, or even your board members to see if they can connect you to the right VC partner.

Become Part of the Conversation: Don't underestimate the power of online communities. Follow VCs on social media, engage with their content, and showcase your knowledge. Become a familiar face before reaching out directly. Attending industry events is another great way to connect – VCs are actively looking for promising startups there.

A Final Word on Cold Contact: While the toughest approach, a well-crafted email can still break through the noise. Show you've done your research by mentioning a specific investment or blog post that resonated with you. Keep it concise and highlight the unique value your startup brings to the table.

By focusing on building genuine connections with the right VC partners, you'll increase your chances of securing funding and taking your business to the next level.  

Today’s Resource

Forget Old School!

The "old-school" way of raising venture capital is DEAD! And that's why I created this page for you... to show you how to do it right.

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Trivia

Today’s Question: In the year 1636 during the Dutch Golden Age, what unlikely item became the fourth leading export after gin, herring and cheese, causing a journalist to write a book “Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds”? 

Previous Question: What are the three most valuable brand names on Earth? 

Previous Answer: Coca-Cola, Apple and IBM, in that order. (Google is fourth) 

News

Generative AI isn’t coming for you — your reluctance to adopt it is

Danish EV charger software firm Monta expands into US market 

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