How to Raise Money Podcast

Welcome back to another episode of the How To Raise Money Podcast, with your host Ray Mclennon. In this episode, Ray talks through the Economic clock, its history, and how it can help you in your business or property venture. Ray talks through why a rise in interest rates is a good thing, and finally lets you know where we are on the clock between boom and bust? Key Takeaways What Is the Economic...

In this episode, Ray McLennan discusses reasons why deals fail to close. He brings this topic up because according to him, there seems to be a proliferation of deals that should have closed over the last few months but they were left on the table. Learn why some deals close while others don’t and hear the techniques you can use to get your deal over the line. Ray discusses experiences with several...

In this episode Ray and Nigel welcome special guest Fredrik Sandvall, who is an entrepreneurial individual with multiple business interests including property development and a global sales consultancy. He has raised money for projects in a number of ways including crowd- funding. Tune in to hear Fredrik discusses the key ‘game changers’ you need to know to grow your business. Fredrik also reflect...

The common challenge for borrowers is not being able to meet the deadline. Now, what do you do if you can’t pay back in time? Don’t panic and stay calm! On today’s episode of How To Raise Money Podcast, Ray gives you tips and strategies to find the best solutions to your energy-draining crisis. Learn how to do the first step: finding the root cause so you solve the real problem. Taking actions car...

Ray gives a fascinating insight into his professional journey. He discusses aspects and personal examples of mindset, training and strategy that have contributed to his current expertise and contribution to his “skills stack”. Ray encourages the audience to think carefully about what we can do to progress successfully towards our chosen goals and some of the reasons that may block us from moving f...

In this episode, Ray and Nigel discuss the varying influences on investors and developers in connection with the impending withdrawal of the UK from the EU. They explore a central question of Brexit – uncertainty,  in connection with raising money, along with the possible opportunities for investors and developers. Ray and Nigel offer an insight into aspects of supply and demand in the property se...

Welcome to another episode of the How To Raise Money Podcast. In today’s episode, Ray and Nigel discuss the investment clock, macroeconomics and if now is the right time for you to invest or simply raise finance. No matter what sector, region or market you’re in, you can analyse your situation on the investment clock. Hear Ray and Nigel discuss the pros and cons of evaluating the investment clock...

In today’s episode, Ray and Nigel discuss how to raise money and the obstacles you may need to overcome to secure investments.  The hosts also delve into the many messages they’ve received and answer some of the most frequently asked questions by the How To Make Money community. KEY TAKEAWAYS The minimum and maximum figures an Angel will invest depends on the business, and three key factors; you,...

Welcome to another episode of the How To Raise Money Podcast. Tune in today to hear Ray and Nigel discuss Receivership, Bankruptcy and County Court Judgements and how you can secure investment, even if you have a bad financial track-record or a history with financial difficulty. Your hosts respond to popular demand to answer questions from the How To Raise Money community and provide you with the...

In today’s episode of The How To Raise Money Podcast, discover the 13 Top Tips For Pitching and how you too, can secure investment and fund your idea with a simple but effective 10-minute pitch. If you’re looking to finance your ideas, content, start-ups or scale-ups, pitching matters. A successful pitch will get investors begging to invest in your company and secure you the right investor that ca...

In today’s episode, Ray and Nigel discuss the 8 things they’ve learnt over the first 30 episodes of the How To Raise Money Podcast. Tune in today to listen to your hosts dive into previous episodes of the UK’s #1 finance raising podcast and hear a recap of the best moments yet. PLUS, look forward to hearing more from the guys over the next 40 episodes! of the How To Raise Money Podcast, including...

So, you’ve approached an investor and after some talks, it is finally ready to seal the deal. In today’s episode of How To Raise Money Podcast, Ray lays out 10 essential items you need to look into when arranging a deal with your investor. There are things that could slow down the deal and you don’t want that to happen. Discover how these will help you not just speed up the deal but also go throug...

In this bonus episode, Ray shares 10 top tips on what to do if you are looking to invest your money in a company. Ray also explains what to expect when investing in a company and defines the difference between the role of a Director and Chairman which can be a very important factor in investing.

Welcome to another episode of the How to Raise Money Podcast. In today’s episode, Ray responds to popular demand to discuss sophisticated investors and high net-worth individuals and how you too, can use his six-point checklist to help identify the sophisticated investors you’re seeking to secure finance from. If you’re looking to raise finance or are frightened of making mistakes when approaching...

Jim Duffy co-founded Entrepreneurial Spark in 2011 with the aim of creating an entrepreneurial revolution across the country. As a best-selling author and entrepreneur, Jim went on to help persuade the Scottish Government to establish the Edge Fund, a £1m award scheme for start-ups. In today’s inspiring interview, your host, Ray ask Jim for his best advice and insights into how to raise money and...

In today’s episode, Ray interviews Jack Black, one of the UK’s top motivational speakers, successful author and founder of business and personal development company Mindstore. Ray and Jack discuss the value of a positive mindset and how with just a few simple techniques we can take action, be successful and achieve our goals in life. Discover how Mindstore’s simple teachings can make a profound di...

Ray and Nigel enter into a thrilling and thought-provoking discussion about the morality of debt, beggars and wealth creators. Get inspired by this freestyle episode of The How to Raise Money Podcast. To answer the question; Do you feel bad about getting people into debt? Ray and Nigel explore the realities of both good debt and bad debt and how investors and capitalists (while not perfect) genera...

Welcome to another episode of the How to Raise Money Podcast. Today your hosts and raising money experts Ray and Nigel discuss what it takes to be a sophisticated investor. Learn what to look out for, and what to be aware of when searching and seeking investment from a professional investor, angel, whale or dragon. Ray and Nigel urge you to do your due diligence and understand how to identify a ca...

Welcome to Part 2 of the two bonus episodes on Pathway to Sleep! Note: This is a practical exercise of what was learned from Part 1. This involves relaxation so make sure you’re not driving or doing anything that needs your high level of awareness. And, if you haven’t listened to the first part yet, do it now. You’ll be able to learn how to construct your sleeping quarters in your mind above other...

Lie down. Close your eyes. Relax. Then, Sleep. On today’s bonus episode of How To Raise Money podcast, Ray discusses on how you could get deep sleep at night. Sleep is very important. Ray can’t emphasize that enough. You don’t need external influences like that chamomile tea or the sound of the rain to get you to sleep. You just need a technique that will work for you. From reading Jack Black’s Mi...

Welcome to another episode of the How to Raise Money Podcast. Today your hosts and raising money experts Ray and Nigel talk about what an investor looks for when choosing to invest. The type of person, the personality and the characteristics needed, to attract JV partners and investment finance. All whales, dragons, angels, and investors are looking to invest not only in upcoming projects but in t...

Welcome to another episode of the How to Raise Money Podcast. In today’s episode, your hosts Ray interviews Angel Investor, entrepreneur, owner and executive director of 9 companies and wealth creator Chris Jones. Ray and Chris dive into the essential need for due diligence in business. The purpose of due diligence is to ensure if you are putting time or money into a company or looking to acquire...

Welcome to another episode of the How to Raise Money Podcast. In today’s episode, your hosts Ray and Nigel discuss how to raise money from your traditional highstreet bank and must the myth that banks aren’t lending. Ray speaks to the chief executive officer of a national bank and the head of property to gain an insight into highstreet bank lending and reveal the secrets of how to access the bank'...

Welcome to another episode of the How to Raise Money Podcast. In today’s episode, your host Ray McLennan interviews mentee and serviced accommodation specialist Sandeep live! Understand how to navigate your journey to success and that for some it will be a simple and easy path, but for others, it will be a rocky road. Learn how to remain focused on building your own business and recognise potentia...