
The tech media loves a splashy funding announcement - millions of dollars injected into a hot startup primed to become a unicorn. But what about the work behind those headlines? Host Jason Yeh, a former VC and venture-backed startup founder, talks with entrepreneurs about how they raised the capital to launch world-changing startups. Their conversations uncover incredible stories including caution... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 205 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessEntrepreneurship | |||

A lot of founders jump straight to trying to sound impressive in a pitch. That usually backfires. In this episode of Back Channel, I break down the step most people skip, getting the investor to actually care before you show them anything clever.
I ... more
I want to walk through a real example of a founder who is doing the fundraising work the right way. Not theory. Not vibes. Actual behavior that leads to calendar density.
I talk a lot about calendar density as the punchline, and I’ve realized that f... more
I’ve been thinking about a fundraising idea that keeps showing up once you’ve pitched enough rooms. I call it the resonant frequency of investors. It’s that moment in a pitch when someone stops evaluating you and starts dreaming alongside you.
In th... more
I finally brought a guest onto The Back Channel, and it’s for a good reason. A founder hit me with a question about SAFEs that made me pause a bit longer than I’d like to admit. The topic: whether a startup can accept money from someone who isn’t acc... more
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I just got recommended this podcast from another founder friend and I’m so happy I did! Great guests and information on venture capital.
Was reccomended by one of my investors & grateful for it.
Incredible content & relatable.
Keep them coming!
Great vibes, really informative. Keep it up! 🤘
Jason and his guests bring forth digestible knowledge and tangible takeaways that leave the listener feeling so empowered!
And great advice
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Conversations focus on the intricacies of fundraising, highlighting both the triumphs and challenges faced by entrepreneurs in securing investment capital. The discussions often revolve around actionable insights and personal anecdotes from experienced founders and investors, delivering practical advice for those looking to navigate the complex world of startup financing. Episodes delve into strategies for building investor relationships, storytelling in pitches, and the psychological barriers that affect decision-making in fundraising. Overall, this series seeks to demystify the fundraising process, showcasing the often unseen efforts and strategic thinking required to attract investment and build successful companies.
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