<p><strong>In this episode of The Backchannel,</strong> we break down a simple but powerful equation to help founders understand why some investor meetings turn into momentum—and others fall flat. We share a personal story that sparked the idea, then introduce the concept of <em>Time Given (TG) minus Time to Interest (TTI)</em> as a way to diagnose and improve your fundraising outcomes. If you're stuck wondering why some pitches connect and others don’t, this framework might give you a clearer path forward.</p>