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This Is Why Investors Aren’t Saying Yes
And it’s got nothing to do with your product...

Your Product Isn’t the Problem, Your Network Is.
Here’s the brutal truth I’ve learned from 20+ years of raising capital:
Most founders think they have a funding problem.
They don’t.
They have a network problem.
See, I’ve watched incredible businesses struggle to raise even £50k, while average founders with nothing but confidence raise millions.
Why?
Because money moves through trust.
And trust lives in relationships.
If you’re spending 90% of your time tweaking your pitch deck and “perfecting” your product, you’re already behind.
When I raise capital, here’s what makes the difference:
✅ A name in the phonebook
✅ A warm intro from a trusted contact
✅ A reputation that speaks before I even walk in the room
Fundraising isn’t about convincing.
It’s about being credible enough that people want to say yes before you ask.
If you’re a founder who’s:
🚩 Great at building the business, but not at building relationships
🚩 Tired of chasing ghosted investor calls and dead-end intros
🚩 Ready to grow your network, credibility, and capital all at once…
Then listen up.
Introducing: Capital Catalyst

This isn’t another eBook or online course.
It’s my exact strategy for building investor trust and raising capital at speed,
From £100k equity rounds to £5M+ debt deals.
I’ve raised over £180 million for my own ventures
And helped others do the same, across industries, countries, and business stages.
🧠 What you’ll learn:
→ How to become “investor-ready”
→ How to build a brand that attracts capital
→ How to raise fast, without wasting money on gatekeepers or BS “consultants”
💥 I’m opening up a few spots for founders to test the system and get early access.
👉 Apply now to join the waitlist: Click here.
Your product doesn’t need to be perfect.
But your strategy?
It better be bulletproof.
Let’s raise smart, not desperate.
Matt “I’ve Been There, Raised That” Haycox
