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The Entrepreneur Lab
The Entrepreneur Lab
The Entrepreneur Lab
The Entrepreneur Lab
What makes a management team investable?

When founders get ready to raise investment, most of the effort goes into…

What does it mean when an investor says no?

A no from an investor rarely means the business isn’t good enough. Jamie…

Female founders in 2026: what the numbers say

Female founders still receive a small share of UK equity investment, even as…

New to PE: Lee Carlin, CEO, London Drainage Facilities
Part 1 of 3

Stepping into a PE-backed business as an incoming CEO is a different challenge…

Scaling Sustainably: What happens after the deal?
Part 3 of 3

Securing funding is just the start. This guide explores what happens after the…

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Why Investors Say No (And Why That’s Not the End of the Story)

Hearing “no” from an investor can feel like the end of the road,…

Bridging the Awareness Gap

Many founders still don’t realise how private equity can support growth. This blog…

First PE Meetings: Do’s, Don’ts & War Stories

A founder-friendly guide to first PE meetings, packed with practical do’s, don’ts and…

Mentorship: The Hidden Driver of Business Growth

Mentorship is the hidden driver of business growth. Gavin Chadwick, Investment Director at…

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What Do Private Equity Investors Look for in a Management Team?

This article explores what Private Equity firms truly look for in leadership, from…

Investors Insight: How I Met My First Unicorn

Explore how YFM investor Dave Hall met his first unicorn and what it…

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How to Find the Right Private Equity Investor: Practical Advice for UK Entrepreneurs

In this video and article, learn why finding the right private equity investor…

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Private Equity For UK Small Business Explained

Thinking about taking private equity investment but not sure what it really means…

Preparing for a Series A funding round

Raising a Series A is a major leap, from validating a product to…

Why The UK Needs to Back Its Entrepreneurs Now More Than Ever

The UK’s start-up scene is at a crossroads. With rising costs, talent shortages,…