The difference is making something you believe in, have vetted, and genuinely believe others would like a piece of. I’m in the middle of fundraising right now. A year ago the idea of getting others money sounded crazy, but now I’m just excited to share what I’m working on and half the investors I speak to want to use the product too.
Everyone wants to get in on a good investment. If you’re building a good investment, you’re doing them a favor by letting them invest.