The Rising Costs of Building AI Startups in 2025
AI startups are booming, but the cost of building AI startups in 2025 is much higher than before. Larger models, scarce GPUs, and rising cloud bills push budgets up quickly. Hiring skilled engineers and buying or labelling high-quality data also…
Why Are VCs Racing for AI Deals in 2025?
AI deals are the hottest target for venture capital in 2025. VCs rush to fund winners, driving fast rounds and high valuations across sectors. For founders, this opens chances but adds pressure to prove growth and product-market fit. This blog…
Top 8 Startup Pitch Mistakes: The Silent Deal Killers
Why do most startup pitches fail to secure funding? With VCs reviewing 1,000-1,200 pitch decks per year and saying yes to just 1-2% of all pitches they receive, most founders face overwhelming odds. Investors spend an average of only 3…
Seed Funding vs Series A: What’s the Real Difference?
The investor leaned back in his chair and delivered five words that crushed the founder’s dreams: “You’re not ready for Series A.” This scenario happens frequently in India’s rapidly evolving startup ecosystem. Many founders pitch the wrong startup investor at…
Difference Between Portfolio Entrepreneur and Serial Entrepreneur
“I want to start my own business.” If you’ve said those words lately, you’re probably picturing yourself as the next big success story. Maybe you’re imagining building the next Amazon, becoming a successful startup investor, or maybe you’re dreaming of…
5 Myths About Venture Capitalists Debunked
You’ve heard scary stories about VCs being impossible to reach or stealing companies completely. These myths about venture capitalists stop smart founders from getting the funding they desperately need today. Don’t let VC myths hold you back from growing your…
What to Ask Investors Before Funding: Top 20 Questions
Have you ever left an investor meeting and realised you forgot to ask the most important questions to ask investors startup teams need to answer? This happens to most founders. They get so excited about getting funding that they forget…
20 Questions to Ask a Venture Capitalist Before Signing
Ever walked into a VC meeting and felt lost? Asking the right questions can make or break your startup’s future. Most founders spend weeks making perfect pitch decks but forget the most important part – knowing what to ask VC…
How Many Advisors Should a Startup Have? Insider Secrets
Starting a company is scary. You make big decisions every day, but don’t know if they’re right. Too many advisors give different advice that confuses you. Too few advisors leave you lost. Getting the wrong number wastes money and time….
Advantages and Disadvantages of Angel Investors: What Every Founder Needs to Know
You’ve poured your savings into your startup. You’ve maxed out your credit cards. Your friends and family have chipped in what they can. Your product is promising – customers love it, your team believes in it – but you’re running…