KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysian entrepreneurs must overcome an inherent tendency toward excessive humility and actively build strong storytelling capabilities if they want to secure international venture capital, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
Business : Malaysian Entrepreneurs Must Overcome Excessive Humility â Amir Hamzah
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Malaysian entrepreneurs need to overcome excessive humility and improve storytelling to attract international venture capital, according to Finance Minister Amir Hamzah.
- Local founders lack the ability to aggressively articulate their value proposition to global investors.
- Investors expect confident pitches, but many Malaysian entrepreneurs respond timidly.
- The government aims to create a structured funding model to support startups through growth stages.
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