Keith Bilous is joined by Seth Yakatan to discuss the significance of clear communication in raising capital, share personal stories of growth and partnership, and explore the future of cannabis and federal reform.
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Key Points
Effectively communicating your vision to investors and gatekeepers is crucial for raising capital and selling your business.
Understanding the complexities of due diligence and earnouts can significantly impact the success of your business transactions.
Embracing a mindset of allowing rather than forcing opportunities can lead to more organic and successful business relationships.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Today's Agenda
00:35 Meet the Hosts: Keith and Seth
01:17 Juniory: Reflect and Reclaim Your Resolutions
02:17 Introducing Seth Yakatan: The Billion-Dollar Man
03:15 The Importance of Due Diligence in Business
06:06 Seth's Journey: From Grad School to Raising Millions
12:21 The Serendipity of Raising Capital
16:26 Personal Growth and Professional Success
29:34 Attributes of Successful Entrepreneurs
36:09 Introduction to Due Diligence and Earnouts
37:05 Understanding the Investor's Perspective
39:42 The Reality of Due Diligence
43:59 Common Objections During Due Diligence
49:33 Navigating Earnouts
56:40 Final Thoughts and Reflections
01:06:32 Closing Remarks and Future Plans
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