Thursday, February 14, 2008

First30days.com---online self-help content has raised $5 million in Series A funding

What Company Is Offering:
First30Days can work at any point in your life change. They are focused on YOUR first 30 days — the first thirty days from the moment you decide to embrace the change you are struggling with and move forward to a more positive you.

For example, it doesn't matter that your child was born two months ago — you can still subscribe to The First Thirty Days of Being a New Dad. Their feature articles, email tips, expert interviews and community are here to help you get through the first thirty days of your acceptance of a particular life change. It's about when you are ready to take the step to rise above the chaos caused by resisting a change and be the best new dad this side of the Mississippi!

How It Works:
Each change page features the top five things you should do to successfully get through your change and a feature story on some of the best practices. We also give you advice from the experts — tops in their fields — to guide you on your way. Make sure to sign up for the email tips to receive the daily information and inspiration.

And don't forget about the community. The voices of experience in their community ensure you find comfort in handling any change.

First30Days is free to join. Receiving their email tips, reading features, expert interviews and updates and participating in the community are all the benefits of registering with our site. Of course, if you want to purchase any of the recommended books, videos or music, they will direct you to a trusted retailer where you can complete your purchase.

How Much They Got From VCs:
First Thirty Days Inc., a New York-based provider of online self-help content, has raised $5 million in Series A funding. Hearst Interactive Media led the round, and was joined by New York City Investment Fund, former Time Warner CEO Dick Parsons and other individual angels. Most of the round closed in early 2007.


More at:http://www.first30days.com/

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