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I don't run a large corporation - its a small business, but Im looking to grow. Are the Investors going to expect me to act like a fortune 500 executive?
No. But they will expect you to act professionally - No matter what industry you are in. Remember, when you get an investment you are playing with someone else's money. If you don't treat that with respect, the investor wont be too happy. And that respect and professionalism has to start at the first impression, long before you get the check.
For instance, I get emails all the time from businesses asking me to introduce them to investors. You would not believe how many of them come from emails like: smoochybear49857@yahoo.com. Seriously - would you give a million dollars to someone who emailed you from that? While I'm ranting, everyone has spellcheck. tpyos aer jsut unacceptible. SO IS TYPING IN ALL CAPS. Everyone learned how to write a proper letter in Grammar School.
Remember, an investor is not investing in your company - they are investing in you and your ability to build a successful company.
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