Fundraising can be one of the hardest parts of starting a company, and while it may seem like an open market, it's often not rational or fair.

I believe that raising a lot of money isn't always the best strategy; it can lead to overspending and failure, as seen with many companies in Silicon Valley.

It's crucial to raise more money than you think you need to reach a significant milestone, as raising too much can lead to inefficiency and a lack of sharpness in operations.

In the early stages of fundraising, it's common for the entire team to focus on raising funds, which can slow down company operations, so it's important to balance fundraising with maintaining business growth.

Many founders mistakenly believe that fundraising is about more than just raising money to build a successful company, which can lead to misalignment with investor expectations.

To succeed in raising significant funds, mastering the interplay of people, product, and philosophy is essential.

Raising money too early can force you into a rush to pivot, which may lead to poor decisions; it's better to wait until your idea is working.

As your company grows, raising money becomes more challenging, especially if you wait too long and your runway gets too low.

Raising the next round of funding is often harder than founders anticipate, especially in a changing economic environment.