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Chirag

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&OTHERS • 1m

Startups paused—not due to lack of capital, but lack of conviction. Do we really know what’s happening inside the startup ecosystem, or are we just watching from the surface? We’ve seen companies raise millions with zero revenue. But that fast money often hid fragile models, weak unit economics, and reckless burn. Now, as capital slows, the real test begins. The ā€œgrowth at all costsā€ playbook is on pause. Investors now want: • Profit path, not just projections • Discipline, not just decks • Substance, not just stories It’s not a funding winter—it’s a reset. A chance to rebuild with intention. Founders, ask yourself: Can you thrive without the noise? Can your business survive deeper scrutiny? Because when the music stops, only those with conviction will still be dancing. Would love to know—how are you adapting?

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