Can my company realistically raise a seed round? Posting with a slightly different ask to before. Raised preseed $2mil in Europe around 3 years ago for a tech company (software for enterprise). Have a couple thousand to ten thousand usd contracts here and there, totalling around 100k but none of them are recurring, all one offs. In fact they're not even about the core technology but some random consulting we're doing on the side. Is a seed round possible with these metrics? Or how realistic would you say it is? The company is in a hot but... 3 0 replies
Is my company cooked? Raised preseed $2mil in Europe around 3 years ago for a tech company (software for enterprise). Have a couple thousand to ten thousand usd contracts here and there, totalling around 100k but none of them are recurring, all one offs. In fact they're not even about the core technology but some random consulting we're doing on the side. Is a seed round possible with these metrics? Or how realistic would you say it is? The company is in a hot but crowded domain. 4 0 replies
Make your Sales Process Easier Looking for 5 Startup Founders/Agency Founders/ Coaching business owners from the USA/ UK/ Europe/ Australia/ Canada/ UAE to test my Sales Process Foundation Prototype. I had already tested with the founders from India, but I want to do the testing with international people. The Sales Process Foundation includes 4 elements: \- Ideal Client Profile (ICP) \- Pain Points. \- Market Research. \- Offer. I am looking for 5 people who can test my Sales Process Foundation Prototype. In exchange, you need to fill in the feedback form and recommendation... 3 0 replies
Your secret lever to exquisite prospect/visitor marketing engagement A/B UVP much? First: T̶R̶A̶N̶S̶F̶O̶R̶M̶ ̶D̶R̶I̶V̶I̶N̶G̶ ̶E̶M̶P̶O̶W̶E̶R̶ ̶U̶N̶L̶O̶C̶K̶ ̶U̶N̶L̶E̶A̶S̶H̶ immediately. It makes you look much less than intelligent. 😬 Now for those new to the game, even those hardened vets, UVP = unique value proposition and everything you’ve read about it is categorically wrong. Want some immortal truths? RULE **#1**: speak the language, theirs, not yours RULE **#2**: without context, your otherwise perfect tech/solution/messaging means nothing to them RULE **#3**: your ONLY H1 job…is to get them nodding yes, physically RULE **#4**: minimize/remove all distraction, irrespective of aesthetics RULE **#5**: keep it classy with... 2 0 replies
Why do some startups succeed in a established market (some don’t) I’m curious as to why lots of businesses do end up succeeding by not reinventing the wheel. Is there something specific that lies in a good old fashioned strategy or model? Like some startups they are simple. Meet up with other people alike. Done. Others do all types of stuff and they never take off. The question could almost be framed like this. When do you know you’ve got a little more than a chance and you could do well. I think failure is quite obvious (to an extent)... 1 0 replies
Help me find PMF I made a SaaS that allows you to create customized landing pages for products, we have a few templates which you can go for or customize your own with some add ons available, for example: Authenticity, Sustainability, Circularity, Loyalty Program, Quiz, Gamifications etc. Right now people use link-tree but that is very generic and can only use some redirects buttons for moving users here and there but we can help make totally customized experiences that reflect with your brands storytelling. What do you think? Is this something you'd buy?... 4 0 replies
Research on Second Brain Products I am planning to make an AI second brain efficiency tool product, and I hope to do some research in advance. 1. If you mention the second brain product, which product will first come to your mind? 2. Why this product? What features of it impress you? 3. What functions do you hope the AI second brain efficiency tool product has? 2 0 replies
Would You Grant Service Access for Automated Invoice Collection? I'm working on an invoice management project where users currently have to manually upload invoices from their various services. I’ve been exploring ways to automate this process by having users invite me (or the system) to their services. This would allow the project to retrieve invoices directly and upload them automatically. However, my main concern is how users might perceive the security aspect. Asking them to connect a 3rd-party service could raise red flags, especially since not all platforms provide granular roles to limit access to just billing details.... 2 0 replies
[Hiring/Seeking/Offering] Jobs / Co-Founders Weekly Thread # [Hiring/Seeking/Offering] Jobs / Co-Founders Weekly Thread This is an experiment. We see there is a demand from the community to: * Find Co-Founders * Hiring / Seeking Jobs * Offering Your Skillset / Looking for Talent # Please use the following template: * \*\*\[SEEKING / HIRING / OFFERING\]\*\* (Choose one) * \*\*\[COFOUNDER / JOB / OFFER\]\*\* (Choose one) * Company Name: (Optional) * Pitch: * Preferred Contact Method(s): * Link: (Optional) ## All Other Subreddit Rules Still Apply We understand there will be mild self promotion involved with... 2 0 replies
Looking for a Sydney,Australia based cofounder for my self development startup Hi everyone! I’m a young first time founder working on building a technology platform to revolutionize personal growth in the self development space. I am currently seeking an experienced partner who can come on this journey with me. I would like somebody who shares a similar interest in self development and tech innovation, has experience scaling startups and can bring valuable insights into the business. If you are interested please send me a message, I would love the chance to connect and hopefully collaborate, Thank you! 1 0 replies
Reddit Ads? Hey founders, I know a lot of us have probably thought about running Reddit ads at some point, and I’m guessing some of you have even tried it. I’m curious, what’s been your experience? Did they work well for your audience? Did you see good ROI, or was it a flop? Also, if you’ve tried other platforms like Facebook or Google, how did Reddit compare? Would love to hear your thoughts, lessons learned, or tips for making the most of it. 2 0 replies
Talent Signal This isn't a new idea but I want to see if I can tap into the market where I'm living. Talent signals and services that cut down recruitment time by using AI to analyse and compare job advertisements/descriptions with candidate profiles. There are a couple of additional services I want to provide to stand out from the rest of the competition. Who here has done this, and if so, would you care to share your journey and expectations of this type of start up? From hiring devs, to raising... 3 0 replies
What AI apps are you using? What AI apps are you all using. I am planning on testing e few of them in the next couple of weeks. Things that I am looking for: - Automatic code generation for simple web programs (HTML, JS and PHP) - I want to be able to upload a PDF document and discus the content with the AI. These are complex technical standards with a lot of formulas and tables in it. - Automate email marketing -> automatically search leads on linkedIn and prepare/send personalised emails Any other apps... 5 0 replies
Looking for Creators to Grow Together and Support Each Other! Hey everyone! I’ve realized that growing on social media platforms from scratch is really tough. It turns out that posts, reels, and stories that get likes, saves, and comments have much more reach. That’s why I’m working on creating a small group within my niche where we can support each other and help grow. The idea is simple: we share our posts in the group so we can help each other with likes, comments, saves, and more. This way, we increase each other’s reach and engagement. This group is... 4 0 replies
What are some of the best places to find startups that need technical founders? I'm a senior tech. I have experience managing teams, and building software on anything from server side to mobile, with some previous startup experience. I've been out of the startup world for the last 10 years or so, and I'm looking for something to sink my teeth into, either part time, or in full-time "get it done" mode. I'm also open to finding a founder *(or angle)* on the business side that needs a new project. *(like everyone, i've got my little black book of potentials I'm willing to... 4 0 replies
Curious: Video Content Strategy? Hey everyone, I'm looking to make a call out to any folks who is building something aimed at developers and a technical audience. I’ve been thinking a lot about how developer-focused companies educate their audience, and I wanted to ask: **are explainer videos something you’re considering for your product?** I fee like explaining how your product solves a problem is half the battle. Docs like tutorials, concepts and walkthroughs are great (already proven), but for some, a clear, engaging video can bridge the gap between “I kind of get... 1 0 replies
Seeking Advice on Pre-Seed Fundraising and VC Outreach Hi everyone, I’ve finalized my pitch deck and am currently raising pre-seed funding to test commercial and field technical viability over 24 months. At this stage, I have a market opportunity supported by independent market research and an LOI with the university to collaborate (engaged as consultants under a specific scope of work to navigate IP-related concerns that otherwise future investors would be concerned about). For context, the venture is based in Australia and it is related to Renewable Energy technologies. While I’m familiar with the general fundraising process... 2 0 replies
What Are You Building in 2025 and How Are You Planning to Sell It? As we gear up for 2025, I’m super curious about what cool SaaS projects you all are cooking up. What are you planning to build? Also, how do you plan to get it out there? Are you going for the classic sales route, diving into digital marketing, or trying something new like partnerships or community-driven stuff? 3 0 replies
Rethinking Fundraising: Could This Model Help Charities and Businesses Thrive Together? Hi everyone, After lurking on this board for months I have been building out an idea that has really grabbed at my heart. I’ve been working on an idea for a platform that connects businesses and charities in a way that creates value for everyone involved. I feel passionately about the mission, but I want to make sure that I am not running in blind and want to see what major hurdles/deficiencies there are with my vision. The concept is simple: Charities can raise funds for their mission without... 5 0 replies
Should I accept stock or just quit the startup entirely? I started working for a startup part-time for free a couple of months ago. They told me they wanted to bring on another co-founder to their team and I was a perfect fit. I’m a software engineer for my full-time job, so this is just a side project. I also have young children, so that takes a lot of time as well. I made these things clear from the start that I can’t work on this full-time and the other co-founders don’t either. I didn’t think it would be... 1 0 replies
