Chapter

Fundraising as a Founder
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54:55 - 1:02:49 (07:54)

The ability to raise an infinite amount of money as a founder is dependent on a good track record and the willingness to do reasonable things to ask people for money. Going out to raise funds and showing up where many people don't, reflects positively on the company and can lead to such companies raising hundreds of millions of dollars, even for small deals.

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Business plans of successful companies like Apple and Microsoft don't necessarily match the current reality of their company as the world is constantly changing.
54:55 - 56:16 (01:21)
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Business Plans
Summary

Business plans of successful companies like Apple and Microsoft don't necessarily match the current reality of their company as the world is constantly changing. Companies may start with different intentions or aspirations which can evolve over time.

Chapter
Fundraising as a Founder
Episode
#495: David Rubenstein, Co-Founder of The Carlyle Group, on Lessons Learned, Jeff Bezos, Raising Billions of Dollars, Advising Presidents, and Sprinting to the End
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
This podcast discusses the experiences of a venture capital firm while fundraising.
56:16 - 57:55 (01:39)
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Venture Capital
Summary

This podcast discusses the experiences of a venture capital firm while fundraising. They planned to raise $5M, but ended up raising $100M, with the idea to invest $3M of that total.

Chapter
Fundraising as a Founder
Episode
#495: David Rubenstein, Co-Founder of The Carlyle Group, on Lessons Learned, Jeff Bezos, Raising Billions of Dollars, Advising Presidents, and Sprinting to the End
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
A good reputation and willingness to travel can help founders successfully raise money, even for smaller deals.
57:55 - 1:02:49 (04:54)
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Startups