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Episode 37 Fundraising Timelines and Setting Expectations

Episode 37 Fundraising Timelines and Setting Expectations

Update: 2025-11-17
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How long will it take to raise our seed round? This is one of the most common, and most critical, questions a founder can ask. The answer is almost always, "Longer than you think." In the world of venture capital, time is not a constant. It stretches and compresses based on market conditions, your startup's traction, and the strength of your relationships. Misunderstanding the fundraising timeline is one of the most frequent and fatal mistakes an early-stage founder can make. It leads to running out of cash, accepting bad deals out of desperation, and immense personal stress.

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Episode 37 Fundraising Timelines and Setting Expectations

Episode 37 Fundraising Timelines and Setting Expectations