# Startup Fundraising 101

Raising money for your startup is one of a founder's most important jobs. Let our experts give you the roadmap to an easier and more efficient fundraising round.

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## Overview

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### Fundraising basics

Discover different types of pre-seed funding and the importance of product-market fit.

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### Early-stage deal mechanics

Ramp up your startup fundraising by getting to know SAFEs, convertible notes, valuation caps, and dilution.

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### The pitch deck and funnel process

Understand the pitching process and build an efficient fundraising funnel—step-by-step.

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### The Series A

Prepare yourself for this new level of startup fundraising as we go over converting SAFEs, term sheets, and more.