Four Sparks Academy/How to build an investor ready business

  • $120

How to build an investor ready business

  • Course
  • 22 Lessons

A course teaching new and seasoned entrepreneurs what they need to do and know before building a multi-million dollar investable company. Learn everything you need to build a great company from scratch and get investors to invest millions.

Contents

Course 1: Building a Business That Attracts Investors

This course empowers aspiring entrepreneurs to build multi-million dollar businesses and secure funding. Learn to transform your ideas into a compelling business and craft an engaging investor pitch. Master cold connections and explore a proven pitch deck framework. Discover key strategies for addressing investor questions and identifying the right investors. Elevate your entrepreneurial journey and unlock your funding potential!

What it takes to build a great company
Preview
Qualities Investors Look For in founders
Validating Your Business Idea
Crafting Your Business and Pitch Story
Preview
Assembling a High-Functioning Team
Preview
How to build a winning board team
Quick strategies to increase valuation

Course 2: Preparing for the pitch

Master the art of cold connecting and communicating with investors to initiate a pitch. Learn exactly what investors expect you to know and have prepared, so you can confidently present your business. Plus, we’ll walk you through how to craft and deliver a pitch that stands out and gets results. If you’re ready to impress investors and secure funding, this course is your guide!

Best ways to connect with investors
How to prepare for a perfect pitch
What you need to be investor ready
Documents investors expect you to have ready

Course 3: Delivering the perfect pitch

Discover what investors seek in a pitch. We’ll reveal the blueprint for a flawless pitch deck that makes a lasting investor ready impression. Learn key insights investors crave and actionable strategies for delivering the perfect pitch. Master the art of addressing questions confidently, winning investors' hearts and securing their funding. Elevate your pitching skills and open doors to funding that elevate your funding.

What different investors look for in a founder
The perfect pitch deck template
A billion dollar pitch deck case study review
Common questions investors always ask
How to win over investors

Course 4: Finding the right investor

This lesson equips you with vital skills for effective investor interactions. You’ll learn to identify great investors, master negotiation tactics, and discover key actions to take after a pitch to maintain momentum. Explore winning strategies to transform a "no" into a "yes," ensuring you remain resilient and relevant throughout your fundraising journey. With these insights, you'll be prepared to build strong relationships with investors and secure the funding you need.

What to look for in a great investor
Negotiating with investors
Three things to do after a pitch
How to turn a no into a yes

Example: Section 1

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