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Fundraising Strategy June 18, 2026

The Cold Email Framework That Gets 18% Reply Rates from VCs

We analyzed 14,000 cold emails sent to VCs through Pitchdex. Here's exactly what separates the emails that get replies from the ones that get archived. Subject lines, first sentences, CTA structures — all broken down.

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Investor Research June 10, 2026

How to Find the Right VC for Your Stage in Under 2 Hours

Most founders waste weeks researching investors who'll never fund them. Here's a repeatable system for identifying the 30 best-fit VCs for your specific raise — fast.

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Pitch Strategy June 3, 2026

The VC Meeting Prep Checklist: What to Know Before Every Call

You booked the meeting. Now what? Here's the 30-minute prep routine top founders use before every VC call — from researching the partner to anticipating their objections.

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Fundraising Data May 27, 2026

2026 Seed Round Report: What VCs Are Actually Funding Right Now

We aggregated data from 200+ recent Seed investments. The sectors getting funded, the check sizes moving, and the metrics VCs want to see in 2026. Based on real deals, not Twitter takes.

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Cold Outreach May 20, 2026

5 Cold Email Subject Lines That Get VC Opens (And 5 That Kill Your Chances)

Subject line A/B tests, real open rate data, and the psychological principles behind what makes a VC click. Your deck doesn't matter if nobody opens the email.

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Fundraising Strategy May 12, 2026

How to Create FOMO in Your Fundraise (Without Being Annoying)

The best fundraises create urgency. Here's how to build momentum, leverage competing term sheets, and close faster — without burning bridges with investors you might want later.

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Metrics & Traction May 5, 2026

Pre-Seed in 2026: The Metrics VCs Actually Want Before Writing a Check

Revenue? Users? Letters of intent? What does "traction" actually mean at pre-seed in the current market? We asked 15 active pre-seed VCs directly. Here's what they said.

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