With so many young entrepreneurs bursting into the tech startup scene, it can sometimes seem that age is no longer a factor when gaining investor support for your business. As a young entrepreneur myself, I disagree. Being a young business owner has clear pros and cons. By understanding and being aware of how your age can both help and hurt your chances for attracting investors, you will be able to use your age, perspective, and expertise to your advantage.
Focus on Perspective
I try to focus on the areas in which my youth can be an asset and emphasize those as much as possible. Often, I get credit for having a different point of view on the gaming industry than some of my peers due to my age and the time period in which I grew up. Being a young adult during the video game revolution, where gaming went from having a niche and dedicated following to being a massive mainstream industry, makes me more aware of how the audience and its wants and needs have changed. This perspective helped me to realize gamers were looking for a different kind of social media and community platform, which led to the launch of Duxter. See your unique point of view as something that sets you apart from others in your field, and use this knowledge to your advantage during conversations with potential clients or partners.
To read the full, original article click on this link: Does Age Affect the Amount of Money You Raise for Your Startup?
