Why Investors Aren’t Saying Yes to Your Business | How to Fix It

No Bollocks with Matt Haycox

In this power-packed 7-minute episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox, Matt dives into why so many entrepreneurs struggle to secure term sheets—and, more importantly, how to fix it. Whether it’s a weak pitch, poor financials, or targeting the wrong investors, Matt shares actionable steps to help you overcome these hurdles and close the deal.
What You’ll Learn:

• How to craft a pitch that instantly grabs investors' attention.
• Why clear financials and proof of traction are non-negotiable.
• How targeting the wrong investors wastes your time (and how to find the right ones).
• The power of building relationships and addressing risks upfront.
• How to close with confidence and secure a term sheet.

If you’re tired of hearing "no" and want to learn how to secure investor interest, this is your ultimate crash course. Short, sharp, and loaded with practical advice—tune in now and transform your fundraising strategy.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Why Investors Keep Saying No
0:31 - #1: Your Pitch Lacks Clarity
1:41 - #2: Weak Financials or No Traction
2:16 - #3: Your Pitch Deck Isn’t Cutting It
3:15 - #4: You’re Targeting the Wrong Investors
4:07 - #5: You’re Not Building Relationships First
4:51 - #6: You’re Ignoring Risks and Objections
5:31 - #7: You Lack Confidence and Conviction
5:55 - #8: You’re Not Asking for the Close
6:22 - Final Thoughts and How to Fix It
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Who Is Matt Haycox? - Click for BADASS Trailer
I’m Matt Haycox—entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and your go-to guy for no-bollocks advice on business and personal growth.

With over 25 years of experience building and funding businesses across industries, I’ve faced it all—wins, losses, and the ultimate comeback story. Through my podcasts, No Bollocks with Matt Haycox and Stripping Off with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bullshit to bring you real, actionable strategies and raw conversations with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders.

Whether you’re looking to scale your business, secure funding, or avoid the mistakes I’ve learned the hard way, my goal is simple: to help YOU create YOUR success story.

Want more? Subscribe to my No Bollocks Newsletter and get weekly insider tips on entrepreneurship, strategy, and business growth—because learning in 10 minutes is way better than wasting years on an MBA.

Capitole

1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. 1 - Lack of clarity in your offer. (00:00:31)

3. 2 - Poor Financials or Lack of Traction (00:01:41)

4. 3 - Weak Pitch Deck or Presentation (00:02:16)

5. 4 - Targeting the Wrong Investors (00:03:15)

6. 5 - Failing to Build Relationships First (00:04:07)

7. 6 - Not Addressing Risk or Objections (00:04:51)

8. 7 - Lack of Confidence or Conviction (00:05:31)

9. 8 - Not Asking for the Close (00:05:55)

10. Conclusion (00:06:22)