Curious why your traction isn’t translating into checks?Listen in as we uncover the investor signals that actually matter—and why underrepresented founders can win by doing things differently.Emotionally real, data-backed, and full of practical gems, this conversation isn’t just another funding 101—it's a readiness check.As founders, we often chase capital. But what if you could attract it instead—with clarity, confidence, and aligned storytelling?You’ll leave this episode knowing how to prove your startup is not just growing—but built to scale.<h3>What You’ll Learn:</h3>🔶The 3 investor-proven metrics that matter most at the early stage (burn multiple, NRR, GTM traction)🔶How to assess if your team is truly operationally ready to scale🔶Why authentic founder storytelling creates trust that closes checks🔶How underrepresented and female founders can turn their “difference” into a pitch superpower🔶What investors like DFX and Gangel look for when deciding to fund diverse teams🔶How to use the Sales Heat Metric to align your pitch with urgency and trustTimestamps:00:02:12 – Part two of the Funding for Women panel: What “ready to scale” really means00:03:13 – Key investor metrics: burn multiples, NRR, and repeatable GTM channels&nbsp;00:05:55 – Operational readiness: why your team is the real growth engine&nbsp;00:07:24 – Sabrina’s “Sales Key Metrics” framework for founder storytelling&nbsp;00:10:25 – Capital Engine: helping healthcare founders scale smart&nbsp;00:12:06 – Turning bias into connection and trust with investors&nbsp;00:16:08 – How underrepresented founders can turn “different” into “undeniable”&nbsp;00:18:46 – Emotional readiness and authentic storytelling for founders&nbsp;00:22:00 – From chasing to attracting the right investors and partners&nbsp;00:23:13 – Recap: aligning metrics, mindset, and message&nbsp;🎧 Related Episodes You’ll Love📍<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6MCXrFwWVPNddlvSrs7YDj?si=49dX6qlHRM-BHd4JYFnzpA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Ep&nbsp; 173- Who Are the Founders That Win Investor Trust Fast?</a>📍<a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/6C_fE_jFr_8?si=xbFhc6cH0dX38ZcQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Ep 164- Busy or Scaling? The Founder Habit That Sabotages Real Growth</a>📍<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-turns-a-good-healthtech-pitch-into-a-yes/id1520028468?i=1000721893209" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Ep 168- What Turns a Good HealthTech Pitch Into a ‘Yes’ for Women Founders</a><h2>✅Here are 3 ways we can support you right now:</h2>🎤 Be a Featured Guest on the Provider’s Edge Have traction and a story to share? Apply to join us on the show: <a href="http://pulsepointpath.com/Call-Sabrina" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">PulsePointPath.com/Call-Sabrina</a>📊 Ready to turn your pitch into a magnet?&nbsp;Send us your draft, let me rewrite it for you 👉 <a href="http://pitchtoyes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">PitchToYes.com</a>🎯 Get You In Front of InvestorsWe match you with the most aligned investors and decision-makers who care about your niche already. Apply at <a href="http://capitalengine.vc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">CapitalEngine.vc</a>

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