🎙️ In this episode of the #bydesignpodcast we sit down with #JoeMancini of Front Porch Venture Partners to uncover how #vcs really evaluate #startups, what makes a founder investable, and the #mistakes that kill deals before they start.
From real talk about #valuations, hiring mistakes, and #foundermindset, to practical tips on building investor trust and aligning your team — this episode is a masterclass in how to get your business VC-ready.
We also break down the power of tools like #disc & #workinggenius, how early-stage hiring mistakes can sink startups, and why the best founders are both micro and macro managers.
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💡 **What You'll Learn:**
✔️ -How VCs actually evaluate startups
✔️ -Founder-market fit & why it matters
✔️ -Red flags investors look for
✔️ -The #1 founder mistake in fundraising
✔️ -Why communication is everything
✔️ -The reality of startup valuations & cap tables
✔️ -Why bad hiring can cost a startup a full year
✔️ -How to build a board that actually helps
📌 Resources & Links:
👉 Connect with Joe Mancini & Front Porch Ventures: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpmancini/
👉 Take Your Free DISC Personality Assessment: https://profiles.innermetrix.com/VO/b2a2eb33/en
Website: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/
Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-us
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Marty's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/
Tom's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/
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