This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• Founders rediscovering the art of 'value selling'
• If your pitch doesn't hit the spot, there's rarely a second chance

This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• August tech funding beats expectations
• VC funds are not the only source of venture capital

This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• Seed valuations rise again but VCs more selective
• Due Diligence gets tougher - and everyone benefits

This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• Seed-stage valuations show resilience
• Why VCs have to better understand hardware

This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• Corporates remain a vital path for venture investment
• Coaching doesn't come naturally

This week on the startup to scaleup journey:

• How we find well-matched investors
• Founders must prepare for deeper due diligence