#1 The Difference Between A Small Business and A Start-Up

01/11/21 • 25 min

Bunker Labs Presents: A Crash Course in Venture Capital with Paul Capon

You’re listening to “Bunker Labs Presents A Crash Course in Venture Capital with Paul Capon, Managing Partner of LunaCap Ventures. I’m “IRON” Mike Steadman, Member of the Bunker Labs Branding Team and the Executive Producer. In this first episode, Paul introduces himself and discusses the difference between a small business and a start-up. Contrary to popular opinion, Not all businesses are suited for venture capital. Thanks to the prevalence of shows like Shark Tank, there’s a misconception that Venture Capital is the only way to start a business, when in reality, Venture Capital only works for a specific type of businesses, with scalable business models and large market opportunities. According to Paul, 90-95% of companies do not need, and should not be seeking, venture capital. This episode is meant to help you determine whether or not you meet the criteria, and what you can expect should you pursue the VC route. By the end of this episode, you’ll know - the difference between a small business and a start-up - The Fundraising Landscape - And how you can still achieve business success without taking on a bunch of outside investors. Paul and I hope you enjoy the following the episode and that it accelerates you on your entrepreneurial journey.

You’re listening to “Bunker Labs Presents A Crash Course in Venture Capital with Paul Capon, Managing Partner of LunaCap Ventures. I’m “IRON” Mike Steadman, Member of the Bunker Labs Branding Team and the Executive Producer. In this first episode, Paul introduces himself and discusses the difference between a small business and a start-up. Contrary to popular opinion, Not all businesses are suited for venture capital. Thanks to the prevalence of shows like Shark Tank, there’s a misconception that Venture Capital is the only way to start a business, when in reality, Venture Capital only works for a specific type of businesses, with scalable business models and large market opportunities. According to Paul, 90-95% of companies do not need, and should not be seeking, venture capital. This episode is meant to help you determine whether or not you meet the criteria, and what you can expect should you pursue the VC route. By the end of this episode, you’ll know - the difference between a small business and a start-up - The Fundraising Landscape - And how you can still achieve business success without taking on a bunch of outside investors. Paul and I hope you enjoy the following the episode and that it accelerates you on your entrepreneurial journey.

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#2 The Pros and Cons of Venture Capital

You’re listening to “Bunker Labs Presents A Crash Course in Venture Capital with Paul Capon, Managing Partner of LunaCap Ventures. I’m “IRON” Mike Steadman, Member of the Bunker Labs Branding Team and the Executive Producer. In this second episode of the Series, Paul shares insight on the Pros and Con's Venture Capital. As entrepreneurs, we're often encouraged to utilize Other Peoples Money. However, taking on venture capital isn't all son shines and rainbows. While it has it's benefits, such as access capital to invest in the growth of your businesses, in exchange for equity. However, you also have a burden or responsibility to your investors and your shareholders, who are going to push you to grow, and whose vision for your company may or may not align with you and your teams. Before you taking funding from VCs, it's important you understand what your getting yourself into. By the end of this episode, you'll understand: - Different Considerations for taking on Venture Capital, - such as determining the right amount of capital to raise. - The importance of choosing the right Investors - The requirements and effects of giving up equity. I hope you enjoy this episode with Paul, and that it accelerates your entrepreneurial journey. CTA: Subscribe to this Series on Itunes, Spotify, or whatever listening service you are using today. We’d greatly appreciate it if you left us a review, and shared this podcast with someone in your network who you feel can benefit from the information. If you want to get plugged into the Bunker Labs ecosystem, visit www.BunkerLabs.org, select a city nearest to you, sign up for the local newsletter, and attend one of our networking. It’s that simple. From there be sure to get connected at Bunker Online.org, where you can learn about our many different programs to support your entrepreneurial journey. We have programs that will take you from idea to invoice, incubate you, and position to grow alongside other founders and CEOs. Register today at www.BunkerOnline.org