Raise Millions by Hustle Fund VC Page 9 So if you can get away with securing money through bootstrapping, crowdfunding, government programs, banks, or even alternative lending models like Paintbrush… we actually recommend not fundraising to keep 100% ownership of your company. I know this is a weird start to a book about fundraising, especially from a venture capital firm. But we want to be fully transparent on what’s actually best for you, the hard-working entrepreneur. So, what type of businesses should raise money? Typically high- growth tech startups that hope to: 1. sell their business for hundreds of millions of dollars, or 2. go public, also known as an initial public offering (IPO) If your goal is to sell your company for a smaller exit, it may be ok in some cases, but it’s likely that your investors will be disappointed. Because they’re looking for a very high return for their capital – like 100x their investment – so they want to invest in founders that are aiming for a big success. If that’s you, keep reading. You’re in the right place. hustlefund.vc / @hustlefundvc