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Being Misunderstood: How Vulnerability, Trust, Integrity, and Insight Shape the Entrepreneurial Journey

Being Misunderstood: How Vulnerability, Trust, Integrity, and Insight Shape the Entrepreneurial Journey

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Our Head – Incubation Programs, Boniface Pascalraj, shares an intimate reflection on how vulnerability, trust, integrity, and keen insight shape leadership and resilience in entrepreneurship. Drawing from personal trials and wisdom from leaders like Arundhati Roy and Ankur Warikoo, this blog unpacks the balancing act of openness and self-protection essential for founders striving amid misunderstanding and doubt.

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Engineer to Entrepreneur: The POWER Framework for Startup Success

Engineer to Entrepreneur: The POWER Framework for Startup Success

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At SSN iFound, in partnership with Plant Lipids, we launched the Plant Lipids Startup Challenge 2025. During the bootcamp, I shared the POWER Framework—Purpose, Ownership, Work Efficiency, Excellence, and Resilience—to help student entrepreneurs transition from engineers to founders. Through real-life case studies like Biocon, Ninjacart, OYO, Zoho, and DeHaat, this article explores how to build a startup with clarity, discipline, and resilience.

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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.