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🚀 The Hidden Cost of Not Saying 'No' in Business 🚀 Did you know 70% of startups fail due to lack of focus—not bad ideas? Every “yes” costs you time, energy, and clarity. The best founders? They master saying NO: ❌ To distractions ❌ To misaligned projects ❌ To anything that pulls them from their vision 🔥 What will you say NO to this week to stay on track? #FounderFocus #StartupHacks #BoldDecisions

**Are we pitching to investors or building for customers? A common startup conundrum!** In the rush to secure funding and impress investors, many founders lose sight of the most crucial aspect of their venture: the customer. The excitement of the pitch deck can sometimes overshadow the essence of why startups exist in the first place—to solve a customer's problem. The journey from idea to market success is often seen through the lens of funding rounds and investor meetings. Yet, it's imperative to remember that at the heart of every successful startup is a product or service that genuinely addresses a need or solves a problem for its intended audience. As we navigate through these phases, let's refocus our energy on understanding and serving our customers better. After all, a satisfied customer is the best business strategy of all. Let this be a reminder to us all: In our quest for investment, let’s not forget who we’re truly working for – the end user. Their needs should guide our innovation and drive our strategies forward. #startupfunding #customerfocus #startupsuccess #venturecapital #venturebacked

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Startups should care less about their vision and mission statements. Most of the startups I see have already nailed these before landing their positioning and value prop. Vision and missions won't win you your first 50 clients, so where's this mistake come from? 1. They make great statements in pitch decks, capital raises and on website. 2. They're usually easier to land because they can be vague and talk to industry not application. 3. Pre-PMF startups might not actually know what they do yet I choose a builder because he has the tools and skills, not because he wants to build the biggest houses Sometimes we lose site of this as founders in startup land because so much of the narrative required selling the dream. Remember your investor deck is not your customer comms

“I’m done with startups.” “Okay, one more idea…” “This time it’ll be different.” “This has to be the next big thing!” 😅 Admit it, you’re still lowkey addicted to building things. Comment "SAME BRO!" if you’ve “retired” but can’t stop thinking like a founder! #FounderFeels #ExFounderLife #StartupAddict #BuildingInIndia #startuplife #founder #StartupsIndia #Bangalore

#founder #lonely #work #contribution Learning from a recent conversation with Founders Three Founders on a Team should not be a lonely feeling but if one of the Founders just keeps on taking up all the tasks, and the other two get extremely lazy then the Single working Founder can get into quite a mess, physically and perhaps in many other ways. If you want to make a StartUp successful do put in your part of the work, especially if you are a Founder! StartUps don't work in a lazy way - that would be a path to destruction

Six years in branding and PR have shown me what makes a business thrive. I’ve seen top startups launch, grow, and scale. Here are four essentials before going to market: 1. De-risk financially. 2. Understand your customer. 3. Know your strengths. 4. Sell before you build. #StartupSuccess #EntrepreneurTips #BusinessGrowth #BrandingAndPR #MarketStrategy #KnowYourCustomer #BusinessInsights #SmallBusiness #SmallBizTips #SmallBizSuccess #SmallBusinessGrowth #SmallBusinessAdvice #SmallBusinessOwner

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Your Brilliant Idea Alone Won't Cut It 🚀 Launching a startup is tough. 90% of startups don’t make it. If you’re diving into a new venture, the odds are challenging Here’s the reality check: 📉 Market Knowledge? Limited value 🛠️ MVP (Minimum Viable Product)? Only matters if it’s hardware What truly matters? ✅ Traction (Clients) ✅ Your Team Every day, I meet founders frustrated after pitching to over 100 investors and facing constant rejections. They struggle to understand why their innovative ideas and market insights aren't gaining investor interest The truth is, investors prioritize: 🚀 Your Traction – They want to see customers and real-world usage 👥 Your Team – The people behind the idea matter most Key Takeaway To save time and avoid frustration, embrace this perspective early on. Focus on building traction and assembling a strong team Need help? If you’re facing challenges with gaining traction or building your team, let’s connect. Together, we can transform your startup journey into a success story 🌟 #StartupSuccess #TractionMatters #TeamFirst #FoundersJourney #BrisQBusiness #DutchStartups 🔔Follow Karan Bagai, CFA, MBA & consider sharing ♻️ this post if you like/love it!

Most startups fail not because of a lack of hard work, but because they focus too much on solving clients' immediate problems and lose sight of the bigger vision. To succeed, it's crucial to think beyond short-term fixes and focus on long-term opportunities. Ready to unlock your startup’s true potential? Join Scaleup and take your business to the next level! 🚀 #StartupSuccess #BigPicture #JoinScaleup