Opinion

May 27, 2022

Why bootstrapping your startup is better than VC

When growing your startup there are several funding options available. But here's why bootstrapping your startup could be better than pursuing VC


Jesper Svensson

6 min read

Planta CEO Jesper Svensson

In the present fundraising climate — set against the backdrop of the tech market slowdown — the global investment community is looking to protect itself. There’s more pressure on investments, and on founders, as investors chase deliverables — fast. 

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