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Murray Newlands

Almost every startup will need investment money at some stage, and more often than not, will have to ask for it. Angels can be a boon to your company, but what traits are they looking for in an entrepreneur that will give them confidence to invest generously?

As an investor, I’ve been approached by many startups, and I’ve learned that not all startups are cut from the same cloth. There are a few very clear signs that I personally look for in an entrepreneur before I am willing to make any long-term investment. Before you make your first pitch, follow my advice for a smooth and fruitful connection with any angel.

 

http://www.forbes.com/sites/mnewlands/2016/01/23/7-ways-an-angel-can-tell-if-an-entrepreneur-will-be-truly-effective/#3793f7ca40c6