Early-Stage Startup Coaching — Fundraising, Building, Growth

Early-Stage Startup Coaching — Fundraising, Building, Growth

Offered by Vijay R.

I Help Leaders Win at Fundraising, Go-to-Market, & Building Teams

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Studied at McDonough School of Business (Georgetown)

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Works at gAI ventures

Package Description:

This package is built for early-stage founders who are wanting to accelerate their path to building a successful startup with help from an experienced founder. Whether you're pre-launch, post-MVP, or in the middle of raising a round, this coaching plan is designed to meet you where you are—and help you go further, faster. You’ll work 1-on-1 with an experienced founder or operator to refine your strategy, overcome blockers, and build a company with real momentum. Available in 5- or 10-hour formats, this flexible package gives you high-leverage support across your most critical areas—from fundraising and GTM to team building and founder mindset. Common coaching activities include: - Fundraising Strategy & Pitch Feedback: Craft your story, build your deck, and prep for investor conversations. - Go-to-Market Planning: Validate your ICP, test channels, and drive early traction. - Product & Roadmap Feedback: Prioritize what to build (and what not to), based on real customer feedback. - Growth Experiments & Funnels: Design scrappy experiments to drive activation, retention, and conversion. - Hiring & Team Building: Recruit and retain early team members who raise the bar. - Founder Mindset & Focus: Manage stress, avoid burnout, and stay focused on what matters most. - Investor Updates & Board Management: Learn how to communicate clearly, build trust, and stay in control of your narrative. - Pricing, Packaging, and GTM Strategy: Get feedback on your model and position it to win. Each session is personalized to your needs—whether you’re trying to close your first 10 customers, raise a $5M seed round, or navigate early team dynamics. You’ll walk away with clarity, momentum, and a real partner in your corner.


What you'll get from this package

Clearer strategy across product, GTM, and fundraising

Sharper investor pitch and more compelling story

Confidence navigating uncertainty and high-stakes choices

Support system to avoid burnout and stay focused

Actionable advice tailored to your unique stage and goals

Stronger founder narrative for customers, hires, and investors

Feedback on deck, metrics, pricing, and product roadmap

Trusted founder/operator in your corner when it matters most


Additional details

Coaching delivered via live sessions and .

Refund Policy

Services included:

Ideation

Compensation Strategy

Hiring

Fundraising


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Vijay R.

Offered by Vijay R.

Joined February 2026

I Help Leaders Win at Fundraising, Go-to-Market, & Building Teams

Welcome to my profile! With a deep background in venture capital and executive coaching, I specialize in guiding startup founders through the complexities of leadership and business growth. As a former leader at 500 Startups, I supported one of the largest early-stage venture capital portfolios, helping numerous founders transition into successful CEOs. My experience as an Executive & Personal Growth Coach allows me to address challenges such as fundraising difficulties, team-building issues, and co-founder disagreements, while also fostering personal development and stress management. Additionally, I teach leadership and change management at UC Berkeley, equipping future leaders with the skills they need to thrive. Let's work together to transform your startup journey—reach out to start the conversation!

Coaches professionally

Experience level: Executive

100+ people coached for Startup Founders

Starting at $1,068.75

5h+ of coaching

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