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Mike Sim: The Hard Truth about the Entrepreneurship World | Capital Raising, Episode 7

April 12, 2023

In this “Capital Raising” episode, we sit down with ⁠Mike Sim⁠ where he shares his experiences in running his own business and what it’s like to be an entrepreneur for the first time.


As someone who has set up his own company and had to, unfortunately, liquidate it afterwards, he is here to share his observations and the lessons he has learned through his failures, hoping to help others who may aspire to open their own company someday.

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If you’re an aspiring fundraiser or are currently looking to raise more capital for your investment fund, tune in to our Capital Raising series! With our guests having raised billions of dollars under their belt, they’re here to share insider tips that they have discovered through personal experiences, market insights and what the secret sauce is when it comes to having a successful career.


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