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Feb 2019
22m 56s

Questions To Ask Investors Pt. 2

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Nobody wants to launch their venture slowly, but it's important to take your time when choosing investors. In this episode, Ian and Chad discuss what you should be asking your potential investors, using life lessons from some of the most successful entrepreneurs to determine if an investor is genuinely interested in the health and well-being of your busines ... Show More
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