Pulse Fund’s Post

One week could change everything about your startup dream, but only if you apply to the Startup Battlefield 200 by June 17 at 11:59 p.m. PDT. Win $100,000 & Showcase At Disrupt 2024 San Francisco, October 28-30 Application: Visit Michael J Schick's profile below for the application link: https://lnkd.in/g_46ffuk Psst. Canadian Startups are ELIGIBLE. Behold the SB 200 benefits at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 1. Along with the door-opening cachet associated with the TechCrunch seal of approval, all SB 200 companies receive these perks, benefits and opportunities. 2. Full access to Disrupt: SB 200 founders attend Disrupt for free and receive four additional passes and VIP access to all the presentations, breakouts and roundtables. 3. Free exhibition space for the entire show: The SB 200 will be the only early-stage startups allowed to exhibit at Disrupt. 4. Investor interest and media exposure: You can bet investors hunting for future unicorns and journalists looking for the next big story will beeline it for the exhibition floor to meet and greet the SB 200 founders. 5. Workshops and pitch training: SB 200 founders will be invited to exclusive workshops and masterclasses in the weeks running up to Disrupt. They’ll also receive special pitch training from TechCrunch staff. 6. Flash-pitch to an audience of investors and TC editors: That training will come in handy when you step onto the Pitch Showcase Stage. You’ll receive invaluable feedback, and you might find your way into an investor’s portfolio. 7. A shot at $100,000: TechCrunch editors will select 20 startups from the SB 200 to be Startup Battlefield finalists. Founders from those 20 companies will receive private pitch coaching, be featured in an article on TechCrunch and pitch live onstage in front of the entire Disrupt audience. The ultimate winner takes home the $100,000 equity-free prize.

Today is the deadline for applying to become a member of Techscaler so you can join Startup Next Steps. It’s a 12-week, cohort based accelerator course for founders in Scotland, with the first cohort starting on the 12th September. The application date for this cohort is the 21st of August (today), at which point you must have applied to become a Techscaler member, but we will have further cohorts in the future. Startup Next Steps: Grow your startup in 12 weeks (techscaler.co.uk)

Startup Founders! 🚀 One week left to apply for TechCrunch Disrupt's Startup Battlefield 200! Gain exposure, investor interest, and a $100K prize. Need help, just DM me? As a startup expert, I’m here to guide you. #StartupGrowth #TechCrunchDisrupt #ApplyNow

The Struggles of Non-Tech Founders: Embracing Challenges, Achieving Success! As a non-tech founder, Hey fellow non-tech founders! 🙌 We all know that the startup journey is an exhilarating roller coaster ride, but as non-techies, we often encounter unique challenges that leave us scratching our heads! 😅: Developing a product without a technical background can be like navigating through a maze of code. But here's the secret: you don't have to do it alone! Partnering with alux studios can turn your vision into reality, freeing you to focus on what you do best - shaping your startup's vision.🌟 Remember, every challenge you face as a non-tech founder is an opportunity to learn, grow, and build a successful startup. Surround yourself with a supportive network, seek guidance from experts, and stay resilient in pursuing your dreams. Together, let's embrace the struggles, celebrate the victories, and thrive in the world of startups! 💪 #NonTechFounder #StartUpJourney #EmbraceChallenges #TechSupport #startupsuccess

🌟 Mentor's Tip of the Week 🌟 Mark Kalin, M. Sc. ''The startup ecosystem is key to growth, to the creation of new jobs, new industries and new trends. Every major corporation was at some point a startup itself.'' Every giant corporation we know today was once a humble startup, fueled by passion and a daring vision. Today's startups are tomorrow's trailblazers, shaping our future with their audacity and ingenuity. #TipoftheWeek #Mentor #StartupsEcosystem

Though I have been in web3 for a year now, 👉 There are things I am learning to this day and there’s a lot more on the way. Today I learned the diff b/w Venture Studio, Incubator, and Accelerator. ✍️ Here's how I would explain this in 3 lines. 1️⃣ Venture Studio: Consider this like a startup factory. It builds and launches new companies from scratch. Sometimes, the founder just comes up with the idea, venture studio executes. 2️⃣ Incubator: They provide resources and support to early-stage startups to help them grow. They bring clarity and develop their business ideas/ products. 3️⃣ Accelerator: It is a short-term program. It helps startups with mentorship to help them scale. This is sometimes using cohorts and events, etc. ____ This is how ☝️ I would write educational advertorials (disguised as blogs/posts) mixed with fun and simple language. Want me to do it for ya? Dm me👋

Close to 300 calls scheduled for the newest batch of startups joining the 12-week Birdhouse program. Check! ✅ We do this so they find the absolute perfect, dedicated advisory board, with mentors and advisors, for the upcoming weeks. What I like to do during the physical deep dive is having lunch with the startups and listening to their conversations with other startups and Birdhouse team members: 👉 ”It’s just day 2 of the program, and now I understand why this program is so different from others." 👉 "So many insights gathered from conversations that take less than 20 minutes each… I've already scheduled some new moments to discuss more in detail.” 👉 “I was really impressed by the network and how prepared they were during the calls.”  👉 "Today I have 8 calls planned, what about you? You have 13???" 👉 "I thought I found my mentor, but now I think someone else might be an even better fit... and I still have 9 calls to go!" 👉 "I’d like to schedule some more calls since I’d like to speak with some other people about a certain expertise they have." These are just a few of the many comments we've heard from the startups who recently joined our program. But these comments are actually exactly the reason why we do this intensive matchmaking phase. Can’t wait to see those promising founders grow over the coming weeks, as this is only the beginning of many more to come. I’d like to thank the startups for their engagement during this first week and all the calls. Not only the startups showed a lot of engagement, but I’d like to say a special thank you for all our mentors & advisors. Without them, this all wouldn’t be possible. And last but not least a big shout out to ConversationStarter.net for working together striving for the best features on the platform that match with our needs. #startups #matchmaking #mentor #advisors #AgeTech #Tech #advisoryboard AxonJay.ai, eargym, fabel, Good Life Sorted, Hyperfox, Lipefi (Techstars '23), Marple, navel robotics GmbH, Pal | Digital Palliative Care, Steadiwear Inc., Tenbeo

Less than 48 hours left to save on passes to #TCDisrupt 2023, the startup world's mothership event! Don't miss out on serious savings. Buy your pass now and secure the best price. #Startups Link to the article: [https://lnkd.in/ediy4ikh) Question: How can attending TC Disrupt 2023 help your startup gain an edge in the industry? #TechCrunchDisrupt2023

🚀 Elevate Your Startup Dreams with 757 Startup Studios! 🌟 Ready to turn your innovative idea into a thriving business? 🚀 Apply now to 757 Startup Studios and unlock a world of mentorship, resources, and endless possibilities! 💡✨ 🔗 Apply Today: https://ow.ly/sJcp50QtJ9L Why choose 757 Startup Studios? Expert Mentorship Tailored Support Dynamic Networking Seize the opportunity to make your mark in the startup world! 🌐 Let's build success together! 💼🚀 #StartupOpportunity #InnovateWith757 #ApplyNow