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“VCs be like: ‘We don’t invest in ideas, we invest in founders.’ …unless you’re under 25, didn’t go to IIT, or don’t speak in pitch deck fonts 💀”

Why doesn't Indian VCs invest in Ideas or at Ideation stage? Is it because of fear of losing money or they just want to invest in proven track record founders. Remember one thing how great Elon Musk is ,Someone or Somebody will take birth on this pl

Hello Everyone - Good Morning So lately I have been seeing lots of post regarding the Funding , how can we get funding at idea stage etc etc . My Personal Opinion : If you are not from IIT or IIM you won't get funding form anyone, unless you show

Day 3 of The Startup Mafia Series: The IIT & IIM Startup Pipeline – Why They Keep Winning The startup world loves the idea of the self-made founder—someone with nothing but an idea, grinding their way to success. But in India, there’s an open secre

What VCs say vs What they mean: 1) “Come back after traction” = We want proof without risk. 2) “We love the team” = The idea is meh, but you seem cool. 3) “Let’s stay in touch” = Probably never gonna happen unless you blow up. Drop your favorite

Stop trying to raise from the “top VCs” Every founder wants Sequoia, Accel, Lightspeed. But here’s the truth - at pre-seed, they probably won’t touch you. You’re better off: - Targeting micro VCs & angels who get your market ---Building proof wit

🚨IIT Kanpur has a strong track record of success in civil services, with over 600 of its students clearing the UPSC exams in its history. Due to this remarkable achievement, it is often referred to as a "UPSC factory." The institute's rigorous acade

Hi Guys, Now a days crimes are increasing rapidly, we can't stop all crimes but atleast can we try. We are using Airbuds, Smart Glasses now a days. If women uses smart glasses when they go out. It will record all the scenarios and saves in their m

Active startup grant calls for August * Aug 12 – PSG-STEP MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grants (₹7L) & EiR (₹4L) * Aug 14 – Karnataka Grassroot Innovation Programme (₹4L) for rural solution innovators. * Aug 14 – Envalior CSR Grant at Venture Center (₹10L) for sus

🚨 Elite Tag in Indian VC Ecosystem: A Double-Edged Sword? 🇮🇳💸 In India’s startup scene, one trend stands out: VCs’ obsession with elite tags🏷️—IITs, IIMs, and pedigrees over potential. Investors often rush to fund even half-baked ideas💡 from “