Welcome to the poker table! Take this social proof and run around to other VC's. Having other people interested is the only way you can improve terms and push

Welcome to the poker table! Take this social proof and run around to other VC's. Having other people interested is the only way you can improve terms and push anyone to close. The best option is to say you dont need their money and would rather boot strap operations (even if that is a bluff). As a rule of thumb, always turn down your first offer. Always.