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The Mistake Startups Make When Pitching Investors (And How to Fix It)
An insider look at why most startup pitches fail—and what investors really want to hear. The Big Mistake: Pitching the Dream, Not the Plan Too many founders pitch their vision—but forget to back it up with a strategy. Investors hear:-...
How I Turned A Multi-Million Pound Failure Into Success: Lessons from the Trenches (3-Part Series)
Too many startups fail not because of bad ideas — but because of bad pitches. Investors want clarity, not chaos. Here’s how to get it right. The Investor’s Mindset Investors are not buying your dream — they’re investing in your...
Case Study: From idea to £165,000 in 6 months.
How Skincare Brand Co-Founder Raised Over £165,000 of Equity Funding, Before Launch — at a 9-Figure Valuation. Syed Ahmed Coaching Created a world-class Investment Plan, Financial Model, and Pitch Deck Built a clear go-to-market strategy Formed an experienced senior management...
Founder: Nabeela R Business: Online Education PlatformSector: EdTech / Online LearningCoaching Partner: Syed Ahmed Coaching The Challenge Nabeela had a clear goal — to revolutionise ethical education through an online learning platform. But like many entrepreneurs, she faced one major...
From Tower Hamlets to Raising Millions: Why Syed Ahmed Knows How to Help You Secure Start-up Capital
Raising capital is the single biggest barrier preventing start-ups from scaling. According to CB Insights, 38% of start-ups fail because they run out of cash or fail to raise new capital.But what if you could learn from someone who's been...
How I Turned Failure into a Multi-Million Pound Success: Lessons from the Trenches
Building a business from scratch is never easy. Building a hardware and tech company during one of the worst economic downturns in modern history? Even harder.When I founded Savortex in 2008, I didn’t just want to build a better hand...