Shambhu Sah’s Post

🚀 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐚 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐌𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬! Starting my own startup has been a journey filled with excitement, challenges, and immense personal growth. What once was just an idea in my mind is now taking shape—thanks to hard work, passion, and an amazing team that shares the vision of strengthening human connections in this world. A special shoutout to Andreas Wege, Lucas Weiper, and Marielaine Krenn, who have been by my side from day one, bringing their expertise, energy, and creativity to the table. Together, we’re turning this vision into reality and taking bold steps toward the next milestones. A heartfelt thanks also goes to my 𝐖𝐎𝐋 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐞, whose valuable perspectives, feedback, and motivation have been instrumental in keeping me focused and preparing me for the challenges ahead. Your input has been a game-changer so far—thank you for that! 🙏 Beate Schulte Annemarie Zoppelt Sandra Kaupa Nina Mrugalla Mareike Rathmann Now, I’m entering an exciting new phase: preparing for my first 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡. It’s about more than just presenting our concept and strategy—it’s about conveying the story, the potential, and the true value behind our idea. I’m deeply grateful for this thrilling journey and for the support of everyone walking this path with me. To those on a similar journey: 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚, 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮. The exchange of ideas and mutual support can make all the difference. I’d love to hear your tips and experiences—especially when it comes to investor pitches and building a startup! What was absolutely essential for you during this phase? What do you wish you had known beforehand? #foundersjourney #startuplife #teamwork #investorpitch #WOLcircle #turningvisionsintoreality #speedforseed

Don’t worry if you're unsure when to scale your business… It happens to all of us. But here's how I overcame it 👇 I focused on timing and strategies that matched my market's needs. By aligning with local demands and leveraging low-investment opportunities, I found the right moment to expand. Want to know more? Scale Smart: Time It Right! 📈 Comment or share your thoughts! #BusinessGrowth #TamilNaduEntrepreneurs #StartupIdeas #EntrepreneurLife #InnovateToday #BizInspiration #FutureOfBusiness #CreativeStartup #LaunchYourDream #NextBigThing #IdeaToReality #StartupJourney #DisruptTheNorm #ThinkBig #StartupMindset #InnovationNation #FreshIdeas #rightwinmedias

💡 Did You Know? - Over 90% of startups fail. 😮 But here’s the twist: it’s not just about the idea! - 🔑 The team behind the vision plays a pivotal role. - Strong collaboration, adaptability, and resilience can mean the difference between success and failure. 🌱 So, what can we learn? - Invest in your team's growth. - Cultivate innovation and open-mindedness. Together, let's shift those statistics! 🚀✨ #StartupWisdom #Teamwork #GrowthMindset

Don’t worry if you're unsure when to scale your business… It happens to all of us. But here's how I overcame it 👇 I focused on timing and strategies that matched my market's needs. By aligning with local demands and leveraging low-investment opportunities, I found the right moment to expand. Want to know more? Scale Smart: Time It Right! 📈 Comment or share your thoughts! #BusinessGrowth #TamilNaduEntrepreneurs #StartupIdeas #EntrepreneurLife #InnovateToday #BizInspiration #FutureOfBusiness #CreativeStartup #LaunchYourDream #NextBigThing #IdeaToReality #StartupJourney #DisruptTheNorm #ThinkBig #StartupMindset #InnovationNation #FreshIdeas #rightwinmedias

Celebrate the journey of successful startup founders who turned their dreams into reality! Get inspired by their stories of resilience and triumph. 🌟 #SuccessStories #StartupJourney

🚀 Coming This Week: How to Thrive as a Startup in Uncertain Economic Times 🌍 Is your startup feeling the squeeze of a shaky economy? Don’t worry—you’re not alone. Our upcoming edition of "The Dutch Founders Journal" is here to guide you through the storm with tips, tricks, and strategies to keep your business thriving. Here’s what we’ll cover: 💰 Managing your cash flow and cutting unnecessary costs. 💼 Scaling your team with confidence using OH Nederlands’ subscription model for recruitment. 📈 Diversifying revenue streams for greater security. ⚙️ Streamlining operations and focusing on your core strengths. 🔄 How and when to pivot in uncertain times. 📣 Transparent communication to keep your team and customers on board. Stay tuned & Subscribe Below! You won’t want to miss this one. #StartupSurvival #DutchStartups #EconomicResilience #FounderTips

Navigating the exhilarating journey of a high-growth potential startup, I've come to realise it's much like the image here: a subtle process of evolution and progress. 🌑✨ At first glance, it may seem as if there is no movement. Days, weeks, and even months can pass with what feels like little to no advancement, but just because it's taking time doesn't mean it's not happening. Patience and perseverance become your close companions, reminding you that each small step is a crucial part of the journey. As you press on, there come those transformative moments of illumination glimpses of light, often in the form of key people who bring a wealth of knowledge and insight. Through this journey, I've learned the critical importance of scalability. It's the cornerstone that captures an investor's interest, as it speaks directly to market expansion and revenue growth. Scalability allows us to project an exit valuation, a figure paramount to investors. Their core principle, as it should be is "Give to Receive." But let's be clear, what they aim to 'Receive' must be substantial, providing value that justifies the effort and resources invested. The 'Give' is about more than just your product or service it's about creating value, engagement, and an experience that resonates on a level that compels your market to remain loyal. And the 'Receive'? It's the sustainable growth that keeps the business dynamic and your investors nodding in approval. #StartupJourney #GrowthMindset #Scalability #InvestorInsights #PatiencePaysOff

I wish someone had made me see it earlier. ✨ I’ve also been part of these conversations, and it’s painfully true most founders and startups get stuck on petty things, leaving the important priorities behind. Simply building a product isn’t the end goal you have to master all the fundamentals to achieve real success in today’s world. Yet, a lot of us are still stuck here. 🙏🏽💙 #businessfundamentals #startupgrowth #stayfocused #buildforsuccess #biggerpicture #foundersjourney #growthmindset #businessadvice

We’re excited to introduce our next six week series with Eben Van Heerden, co-founder and partner at Knife Capital and a seasoned expert in guiding startups through successful exits. Join us for the #KnifeCapExitSeries, where Eben shares insights into what it takes to exit strong. Exits are difficult, we all know that. And in the last five years, even more so. Eben is one of the most revered exit experts in the M&A and exit landscape, and his tips over the next six weeks will be most valuable to many of us. Please engage with the series, and get your comments and questions through! First tip? Creativity and innovation are your friends, so do them boldly. Eben reminds us that creative thinking is often what drives breakthroughs. Approach your exit strategy with fresh ideas that could open doors in unexpected places. The world has changed, and so have exits. Where traditionally exits mostly revolved around strategic buyouts and well-defined exit universes, we are now also seeing high levels of startup consolidation to enhance chances of exits and listings. Be innovative from day one. Hear Eben’s thoughts on how creativity can drive an exit here: https://lnkd.in/d-qiZs6E or watch the full clip here: https://lnkd.in/d-ubEprw #KnifeCapExitSeries #CreativeExits #Innovation #ExitStrategy #StartupTips

🚀 The Biggest Startup in Your Life? It's YOU! 🚀 Forget the buzz around unicorns and billion-dollar valuations. The most valuable startup you’ll ever build is YOU. The values you provide are your services to the world. When people meet you, they perceive your personal brand as your reputation capital. It’s not just about what you know or do; it’s how you make them feel and what you stand for. ✨ Embrace your journey, invest in your growth, and watch your influence soar! ✨ #PersonalBranding #CareerGrowth #StartupLife #ProfessionalDevelopment