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The Harsh Reality of Venture Capital: Recently, I spoke with a founder who had a fantastic business idea, but he was struggling to secure venture capital funding. Got myself thinking: why do some great ideas never get the backing they need? The tr

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Sairaj Kadam

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Final Thoughts: While VC funding can be a great way to accelerate growth, it’s not the only path to success. Understand what VCs are looking for, but also explore alternative funding options that align better with your business model and long-term vision.

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