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Bridging the Gap: How Ecosystem Enablers Can Connect Founders and Angels

Bridging the Gap: How Ecosystem Enablers Can Connect Founders and Angels

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Too many founders struggle to secure angel funding—not because they lack potential, but because they lack readiness. In this blog, Chandran Krishnan shares how ecosystem enablers like incubators and accelerators can actively bridge this gap through mentorship, curation, and founder-investor alignment.

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Why Chasing Customers Matters More Than Chasing Investors: Lessons from My Entrepreneurial Journey

Why Chasing Customers Matters More Than Chasing Investors: Lessons from My Entrepreneurial Journey

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In this reflective piece, Boni shares a timeless lesson from the early days of his startup journey—why chasing customers matters more than chasing investors. Backed by perspectives from ecosystem leaders like Chandran and Panneerselvam, this blog explores how customer traction builds confidence, credibility, and investor appeal.

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Pitch Deck Fundamentals: What Investors Look For in a Winning Presentation

Pitch Deck Fundamentals: What Investors Look For in a Winning Presentation

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A well-crafted pitch deck is crucial for attracting investors and securing funding for your startup. This blog post outlines the key elements to include, such as a captivating problem statement, differentiated solution, compelling market opportunity, robust business model, evidence of traction, cohesive team, realistic financial projections, and a strategic ask.

Achieve Financial Excellence with Essential Profit Metrics for Your Startup Success

Achieve Financial Excellence with Essential Profit Metrics for Your Startup Success

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Understanding and effectively managing profit metrics is crucial for the financial health and long-term success of any startup. By analyzing various profit metrics, startups can gain insights into their financial performance, make informed decisions on pricing and budgeting, and ultimately drive profitability. This guide explores the key profit metrics every startup should monitor, including Profit, Gross Profit, Net Profit, Gross Margin, and Net Margin. We will delve into their formulas, provide practical illustrations, and highlight their benefits to help you achieve financial excellence in your startup.