Simple steps any startup should take

1. Complete the coursework on Founder University
2. Read Venture Deals to get a basic grasp on how deals are done (and don’t waste time)
3. Talk to your local Economic Development agency to see if there’s a VC network
4. Clearly define your key value proposition (your secret sauce)
5. Create a simplified 7-10 page pitch deck
6. Perfect your elevator pitch so you can quickly explain your proposal to anyone
7. Decide where you want to locate, and if you are flexible move to the money!