Most founders I see stumble at the pitch. They think it’s about slick slides and fancy words, but it’s not. It’s about grabbing attention and securing capital. You need to connect with your audience, not just inform them. I’ve watched too many founders crash and burn because they didn’t understan…
Most founders think splitting equity is a straightforward math problem. It’s not. I’ve seen too many teams fracture over ownership disputes, and it’s often the ones who started out as friends that suffer the most. You need to understand the real dynamics at play before you hand out shares like ca…
Aniruddha Malpani of Malpani Ventures on the one thing that infuriates investors more than missed targets: silence. Why founders go quiet — and why it’s the worst mistake they make.
A practical field manual for Indian founders — covering meaning, mantra, positioning, pitching, compliance, bootstrapping, fundraising, team-building, and selling in India. Inspired by Guy Kawasaki, rewritten for Bharat.
Here’s a brutal truth: most Indian founders are chasing the wrong metrics. You’re mesmerized by vanity numbers while the real indicators of your startup’s health and potential are ignored. You’ve got to stop drinking the Kool-Aid of Silicon Valley and start focusing on what truly matters to India…
Most Indian startup founders believe that as long as their company is growing, giving up equity is just part of the game. But what if I told you that this mindset could cost you control of your own company? Equity dilution isn’t just a number on a cap table — it’s a slippery slope that could leav…
Let’s face it—your startup valuation is probably inflated. In the heady rush of launching, many Indian founders slap on astronomical figures without understanding the consequences. Guess what? Overvaluation isn’t just a vanity metric; it’s a ticking time bomb that could derail your funding journe…
Ever heard of the phrase, “Keep your friends close, but your investors closer”? If you’re thinking of raising funds from family and friends for your startup, heed this warning: the easy money might cost you your relationships, your business, and your sanity. The truth no one wants to admit? Your …
Most Indian founders raise too much, too early. It’s a silent killer. You might think more capital equals more growth, right? Wrong. In reality, too much money too soon is like giving a toddler a chainsaw. You’re not ready to handle it, and it can lead to your startup’s downfall. Here’s why this …
You’ve just closed your first seed round, and your bank account shows a few crores. But the excitement quickly turns into anxiety as you ponder how long this money will last. In the Indian startup scene, where investors expect frugality and efficiency, how much runway should you really maintain?
