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Jeff Fenster shared this💸 Most founders avoid the hard questions when raising capital. I tackle them head-on. Here’s the truth: When you’re raising money, the worst thing you can do is try to look perfect. Investors don’t want a polished pitch—they want a clear plan and a real person who can navigate chaos. So I do something different: I lead with the hard stuff. The risks. The gaps. The uncomfortable truths. Because when I bring up the red flags first, I control the narrative—and I turn perceived weaknesses into proof of leadership. It’s not about selling. It’s about building trust by being transparent when it counts most. Raising capital is part numbers, part vision—but mostly credibility. And credibility is earned when you don’t hide from the uncomfortable. 👉 Ever had to pitch under pressure? Drop your best lesson or hardest moment below. Let’s sharpen each other. #CapitalRaising #Founders #VentureCapital #StartupTips #Transparency #Leadership #FundraisingStrategy
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Jeff Fenster shared thisScale tells the story when you're not in the room...
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Jeff Fenster shared thisNatural talent might get you started—but it won’t keep you ahead. After working with dozens of high performers, I’ve noticed a pattern: The ones who weren’t naturally gifted often build the strongest work ethic. Why? Because they had to. They train the muscle of consistency. They push through when others wait for motivation. That’s the trait that compounds—and outpaces talent long-term. 💡 In business, discipline is your real competitive edge. #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #DisciplineOverTalent #SuccessHabits #Entrepreneurship
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Jeff Fenster shared thisDropping 💣's on building your Relationship Bank Account...
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Jeff Fenster shared thisMy vision for the future? Simply put it’s to disrupt industries, and build something bigger than myself. 🚀 From scaling to everbowl 30 states to eyeing all 50 and beyond, it’s about putting the right teams in place and creating opportunities. I thrive on the process, on shaking up markets, and proving what’s possible—even in industries where I have zero experience. Whether it’s scaling everbowl or disrupting entirely new industries with WeBuild, the process of solving problems, creating value, and pushing boundaries keeps me driving for more. #Entrepreneurship #VisionaryLeadership #Everbowl #ScalingBusiness
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Jeff Fenster shared thisThinking of buying a franchise? Here’s how to narrow down your search: Buy an everbowl :) Kidding, but in all seriousness this is an area where many new franchisees really have to take into consideration what they are looking for and what they want to get out or the franchise because though Mcdonald’s may have a 99.9% chance of success, there’s no room to go buy 100 new units.... meaning less upside potential. With any new franchises there’s going to be more risk involved but has the room for all the upside potential! At the end of the day that best franchise is the one that suits your goals and dreams best. Ask a lot of questions, do diligent research, and you may just find a model that could potentially change your life!
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Jeff Fenster shared thisMy biggest customer came from the checkout clerk at Albertsons...THE CHECKOUT CLERK GOLDMINE: EVERYONE KNOWS SOMEONE.THE CHECKOUT CLERK GOLDMINE: EVERYONE KNOWS SOMEONE.
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Jeff Fenster shared thisTurning Mistakes into Strategy: In my digital marketing agency, we intentionally misspelled words in sales copy to captivate readers’ attention. Spotting those errors made them feel intellectually engaged and more likely to read on. What seemed like bad spelling was actually a positive strategy. Embrace the unexpected in your marketing approach! #MarketingTips #DigitalStrategy #ContentCreation
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Jeff Fenster shared thisTHE 85% RULE THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING...
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Couldn’t say it better myself! Thanks for sharing!
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Lloyd Holleman That's awesome, Lloyd! Love hearing it. Thanks for sharing!
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Jeff Fenster liked thisJeff Fenster liked thisNot everyone's built to be an entrepreneur—and that’s completely oka I interviewed Jeff Fenster — a guy who's built businesses most people only dream about — and he shared some incredibly practical advice for almost 2 hours. We talked about what it actually takes to become really successful, at what point people usually give up, and the mistake early in his career that taught him everything. Whether you're trying to build something big or just get better at what you are doing — this one's worth your time. Here's the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/dnXjBZqe
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Jeff Fenster liked thisJeff Fenster liked thisFourteen years ago I borrowed $2,000 from my roommate Nick, at 25% interest, and started selling sunglasses out of a backpack. Today I'm closing the Blenders chapter. On paper, I wasn't the kid you'd bet on. My resume at the time included getting fired from a sports marketing tour and a 7-minute stint at GNC that ended with me walking out and buying a Cali burrito with my last $8.62. That was my starting line. I sold shades one pair at a time on the beach. On launch day I thought we'd sell 300 pairs. We sold 8. I drove home thinking, "This is going to be a lot harder than I thought." That feeling never really went away. A few years later we pitched Shark Tank and got rejected. Two weeks later, a show nobody had heard of called West Texas Investors Club picked us up instead. We got zero ROI other than one of the best stories of the journey. I'll take that trade. Then the business caught FIRE. We went from $7 million to $30 million in a single year. Five years earlier I was selling shades out of a backpack. Now I was trying to lead a company growing faster than I ever imagined. I thought I'd be running Blenders for the rest of my career. I bet my whole adult life on this thing. And it worked. It also nearly broke me. Not because I stopped loving it, but because I loved it too much for too long. Along the way I got sued. I made bad hires. I trusted the wrong people. I made mistakes that became expensive lessons. There were days I felt unstoppable and plenty more where I felt one decision away from losing everything. Over time, the brand stopped being something I built and started becoming who I was. When the company won, I felt worthy. When it struggled, I took it personally. That might be the biggest lesson I'll carry with me into the next chapter. To Blake, who was in the trenches before anyone knew our name. To Nicholas, who bet on a 23yr old with a crazy idea and nothing to back it up. To every teammate who poured themselves into this brand, especially the ones who stuck around through the hard years, not just the good ones. To Safilo, thank you for betting on us. On me. You saw something in a loud little sunglasses brand from San Diego and gave it a global stage. I'll always be grateful for the opportunity and proud of what we built together. And to every customer who ever chose Blenders when you didn't have to, THANK YOU. You didn't just buy shades. You gave a backpack business a chance and changed so many lives with it. Here's to the next wave. And I’m already paddling for it;) CFish //
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Jeff Fenster liked thisJeff Fenster liked thisI’m excited to share that I’ve joined VaynerMedia as a Media Resident in their New York City office! VaynerMedia is a global creative and media agency founded by Gary Vaynerchuk, known for its social-first approach that blends creativity, culture, and strategy. They work with some of the world’s most iconic brands, including PepsiCo, Chase, Visa, Ulta Beauty, Disney, Olay, New Era and Sabra Hummus. I’ve been immersed in hands-on projects, learning from incredibly talented teams, and gaining valuable insight into the fast-paced world of digital marketing. I’m grateful for the opportunity to grow in such an innovative and inspiring environment—and I’m excited for what’s ahead! 🚀 #VaynerMedia #Marketing #MediaResident #CareerGrowth
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