Resources

Here you'll find our recommendations for resources to help you build your start-up and protect you on your journey.

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Advisor Agreement

The Founder Institute has created one of the best templates we have seen to bringing in advisors. You can find the latest version here.

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Convertible note template

This convertible note document serves as a comprehensive financial instrument commonly utilized by early-stage startups to secure funding.

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s.a.f.e. template

Developed by Y Combinator, this founder friendly agreement outlines terms for investor contributions and conditions for future equity conversion, incorporating features like a valuation cap and discount rate.

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Sample Term Sheet

A term sheet like this one is typically presented to investors during the initial negotiation phase of a funding round, serving as a preliminary agreement on the investment's terms. Using this sample term sheet as a template allows you to outline favorable terms and protect your interests early in discussions. This strategic move facilitates smoother negotiations and helps align expectations between your startup and its potential investors.

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Investor Email Outreach Template

Unlock the power of effective communication with our free investor email template, a proven tool that has secured millions in funding. Discover the art of cold emailing done right, an essential skill for making impactful first impressions on potential investors and setting the foundation for your fundraising success.

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