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Early-Stage Startup Coaching — Fundraising, Building, Growth

Early-Stage Startup Coaching — Fundraising, Building, Growth

Offered by Christian B.

4.81

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Product & customer strategy for B2B software and AI founders

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Studied at Stanford University School of Medicine

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Worked at SAP

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


Christian B.

Offered by Christian B.

Joined September 2026

4.81

Product & customer strategy for B2B software and AI founders

I work with B2B software and AI founders from pre-seed through Series A on three connected decisions: who to sell to, what to build next, and how to win customers. Bring a real problem, whether it's an unclear customer segment, a crowded roadmap, or a pilot that isn't turning into a sale. We'll work through the options and identify a next step you can act on. I've spent 20 years in Silicon Valley's tech and AI scene. I created SAP Connected Goods, led product work at Cognizant and Elevance Health, and have mentored 500+ founders, including through Stanford GSB Ignite, Alchemist, and German Accelerator. First-time founders are welcome. You don't need a polished deck to start.

Coaches professionally

Experience level: Vice President

Starting at $332.50

5h+ of coaching