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Stage 3: proven demand

Being in the proven demand stage means that you have a product in-market, and are generating revenue from customers. It may also mean that you have your pitch deck nailed and you’ve raised venture capital. If you have not yet raised capital, it’s time to start thinking about your options so you can grow your business! Scroll down to learn how IFundWomen can support you as you grow and scale.

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STAGE 1: IDEATION  STAGE 2: PRE-REVENUE  STAGE 3: PROVEN DEMAND

PROVEN DEMAND

Based on your stage, we suggest the following next steps. Click the links below to get started.

 

○ CREATE AN IFUNDWOMEN ACCOUNT

Create your free IFundWomen account today to access more resources.

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○ CREATE OR REFINE YOUR BUSINESS PLAN

A good business plan guides you through each stage of starting and managing your business.

To start working on your business plan, fill in the Startup Canvas Worksheet on Resources.

Creating your business plan is complex, but its crucial to get it right! Our 1:1 coaches are standing by to help you on your journey.

 

○ TAKE ITEMS OFF YOUR TO-DO LIST

Hire a vetted service provider to assist you in whatever areas you need support.

 

○ APPLY FOR GRANTS

Grants are debt-free capital given by an institution to businesses or individuals they want to support. IFundWomen partners with brands like Visa, American Express, and Unilever to secure dozens of grant programs a year for our members. 

To help you keep track of your grant applications, fill in the Grant Planner Worksheet on Resources.

Apply for grants

○ GET FUNDING

Need outside capital to accelerate your growth? Here are some options:

  1. Crowdfund to get cash to grow and scale.
  2. Apply for grants or public funding from corporations or institutions.
  3. Raise capital from angel investors or venture capitalists.

If you're crowdfunding, fill in the “Network Mapping” tab of our IFundWomen Method Playbook, available on Resources. Watch our Network = net worth workshop from our Founder & CEO, Karen Cahn, in the IFundWomen Workshop Library(Note: You will need any paid IFundWomen plan to access our Workshop Library). 

Funding is important for the long-term viability of your business! Work with a coach 1:1 to help you formulate your capital plan.

○ EXPLORE OUR WORKSHOPS

Learn about a wide variety of important business topics in our upcoming workshops.

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○ WORK WITH A COACH 1:1

Want more guidance? Our expert business coaches are ready to provide you with individualized support. Together, your business will go forward, faster. Sign up to book a private, 1:1 session.

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 IFundWomen Method Playbook

The IFundWomen Method Playbook is designed to be with your guide to your entire business journey. Get your copy by visiting Resources.

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Ready to take the next step?

Find the right plan for you.

Plans are set to auto-renew. Manage your plan within the IFundWomen Dashboard.

Workshop Access Plan
Get on-demand entrepreneur skills training

Access to live interactive workshops

200+ hours of on-demand workshop replays

Resources and business templates

Annual Workshop Access Plan
On-demand entrepreneur skills training for less

Access to live interactive workshops

200+ hours of on-demand workshop replays

Resources and business templates

Get two months free (save 18%) compared to monthly plan

Monthly Coaching Plan
Grow your business with private coaching

Two 30-minute private coaching sessions per month

Email support with IFundWomen coaches

Everything in the Workshop Access Plan