Series A Fundraising: Impact of $30K MRR vs. $0 Revenue

Jason Lemkin analyzes whether raising a Series A is easier with $30,000 monthly recurring revenue compared to zero revenue. He concludes that while $30K MRR should theoretically be easier, success depends on growth rate and market conditions—a startup at $30K MRR growing 5% monthly might have had better fundraising prospects at $0 in a hot market.