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why startups fail in India [and what no one talks about]
Why do startups fail in India? After spending a last couple of years with founders, I’ve noticed that startup don’t just fail. They fail because founders make poor decisions, lose direction, ignore the warning signs and suffer from lack of clarity. This blog explores the real reasons I’ve observed why startups in India don’t often succeed.
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how to raise funds for a startup in India [without chasing investors]
Thinking about raising funds for your startup in India? Before approaching investors, lets understand whether your business is actually ready, early signs, what investors look for and best ways to raise funds for your startup in India.
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what is MVP in startup? [and why most founders get it wrong]
I’ve met many founders who have fallen in the trap of perfecting the product without even validating their idea. Discover what MVP means in a startup, why founders often get it wrong and how an MVP can save you as a founder so much time, money and resources.
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how to design a plan for your own startup? [without overcomplicating it]
The real purpose of the designing a plan for your own startup is not to impress investors rather help you understand what you’re building, who’re building it for and what actions to take next. Learn how to design a startup plan that creates clarity, reduces overwhelm and helps you move from thinking to doing.
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how to get startup ideas? [that actually makes sense]
I don’t believe founders struggle with ideas; they struggle with knowing which idea to pursue. This blog explores where startup ideas really come from, why chasing trends and copying others rarely works and how founders can discover opportunities rooted in genuine observations, experience and real-world problems.
what is the difference between startup and business?
the difference between a startup and business both aim to create value and generate revenue, they operate with very different mindset, goals, expectations and growth structure. Understanding the difference between startup and business can help you choose the path that aligns with what you actually want to build.
importance of values and ethics in business for founders
Founders already know the value they bring to the table. However, not every founder makes business decisions consciously. This blog explores why values and ethics matter in business, how founder values shape decisions and culture and why unclear values often lead to inconsistent decisions, wrong clients and a mis-aligned business.
how to take negative feedback without letting your ego win
I have met a lot of founders who want honest genuine feedback until it challenges something they are emotionally attached to. This blog explores why founders struggle with criticism, how ego quietly influences reactions and how to handle negative feedback without becoming defensive, reactive or emotionally fragile.
how to overcome self doubt as a founder?
Self doubt doesn’t mean you are not capable or you lack the ability – it’s a natural part of making decisions that matters. This blog breaks down why self doubt shows up, how it slows founders down and how to overcome self doubt in a practical way so you can keep moving forward without waiting to feel completely certain again.
I want to quit my job and start a business: the shift that happens
If you’re thinking that, “I want to quit my job and start a business” to get freedom let me tell you the real challenge begins after you leave. This blog breaks down the shift from employee to founder, what actually changes in your day-to-day life and why most people struggle not because of the business but because they’re not prepared for how differently they need to think and function.
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discover your strengths as a founder [and your weaknesses]
Most founders already know their strengths and weaknesses, however, at times they just haven’t looking closely enough. This blog breaks down how to recognise your natural patterns, understand what holds you back and use that awareness to make better decisions without forcing yourself into roles that don’t fit.
self-awareness in leadership: a founders greatest advantage
Self-awareness in leadership for founders in not about overthinking – it is about realising how you think, decide and react. This blog explores how founders can recognise patterns, avoid repeated mistakes and make more conscious decisions by simply playing attention to what is already happening.
the difference between founder and CEO and an entrepreneur.
The difference between a founder and CEO and an entrepreneur is not just about titles. It’s about how they think and operate. This blog not only gives you a simple definition but also talks about the real differences between the three roles that are important for everyone to understand.
different types of entrepreneurs. what type of a founder are you?
There are different types of entrepreneurs and you might find yourself in a few different ones. This blog breaks down founder archetypes i.e. the prover, the escapist, the operator, the vision chaser and the perfectionist and shows how your patterns shape your decisions, strengths and everything that holds you back.
I feel lost in life? start with who you are as a founder
Feeling lost in life as a founder doesn’t always mean you lack ideas. It usually means you’re building something that doesn’t come from you. This blog explores the hidden disconnect between who you are and what you’re building and why that’s what’s actually creating confusion, self-doubt and constant second guessing.