Why Most Startups Fail to Convert Investor Interest Into Funding — and How to Fix It
1. Lack of Clarity in Numbers and Financial PlanningInvestors may be excited about your idea or product, but they only invest when the financial story makes sense.Most startups fail during the due-diligence phase because:Assumptions are unclearProjections are unrealisticCosts are underestimatedUnit economics don’t alignThere is no monthly forecast or runway calculationWhen the numbers don’t hold up, investor confidence collapses — even if the business itself is strong.✔ Solution: Build a Due-Diligence-Ready Financial ModelA strong model should include:Driver-based revenue logicCAC, LTV, paybac...
