In this episode: Jeffrey Fidelman joins Founder Real Talk to unpack why early-stage fundraising is fundamentally broken, the paradox founders face when getting help looks like a weakness, and the scientific method he applies to testing every fundraising campaign. Jeff also opens up about “failing correctly,” evolving as a leader, and the 10-year overnight success behind Fidelman & Co.
Fundraising Is Fundamentally Broken. Jeff Fidelman Is Fixing the Incentives
August 15, 2026
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