If you have any doubts that raising money is a good idea, you shouldn't raise money. In fact there's a good chance you won't. There's no need to overanalyze it

If you have any doubts that raising money is a good idea, you shouldn't raise money. In fact there's a good chance you won't. There's no need to overanalyze it or weigh the pitfalls. Only raise money if you're already certain it's the right choice. If you're still asking "but how do I know?", you shouldn't raise money. Just keep growing your customer ramp. You'll know when the time is right.