Why “We’re interested” isn’t turning into “Yes!”

(And what you can do about it.)

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Upcoming Book Events & Appearences

Tuesday, April 21st @ 6PM - NYC BookTalk: A Chat with Charlie O'Donnell @ Fabrik - SOLD OUT

Thursday, April 23rd @3pm - Newlab - RSVP

Thursday, April 23rd @6pm - Startup Grind NYC - RSVP

Tuesday, May 12th @ 10am - Antler VC - RSVP

Ask Them Anything

For pre-sale buyers, we’ll be hosting a series of virtual talks with founders who have been in the trenches—some of the most successful, savvy, visible founders who have experience both ups and downs. E-mail your receipt to founderunfriendly@next.nyc and we’ll send you an invite.

Get more information here.

What’s in the book?

  • Clarity on what investors actually want—and how to stop wasting time chasing the wrong ones.

  • Frameworks that make fundraising less about luck and more about repeatable strategy.

  • The uncomfortable truths VCs rarely say out loud—translated into actionable advice.

  • A roadmap to build not just a pitch, but a network and reputation that compound over time.

  • Examples of what works—and what crashes—in a pitch so you can spot red flags before they cost you.

  • The confidence to walk into any investor meeting knowing the game and how to play it.