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How a Founder Negotiated a Lifesaver Bridge Round
In episode 8 of The Founder's Journey, Lucas and Luna dissect a rarely discussed startup survival move: the bridge round. They walk through the real story of a first-time SaaS founder who ran out of cash eight months after launch and had to negotiate a convertible note with existing angels. The episode zooms in on the specific terms — a 20 percent discount, a valuation cap, and an interest rate — and explains why bridge rounds often signal trouble but can also be a smart strategic tool when used right. Lucas contrasts bridge financing with a traditional Series A and touches on how VCs…
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