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Why Are Startups Still Chasing VC Funding Instead of Bootstrapping Their Way to Success? In 2025, venture capital is tighter than ever—yet startups are burning cash to impress investors with flashy growth metrics. Meanwhile, bootstrapped companies like [insert example, e.g., Basecamp or Mailchimp] built sustainable businesses without a dime of VC money. Isn’t it time we rethink the "growth at all costs" mindset? Let’s focus on building startups that solve real problems, not just ones that look good on a pitch deck.
Building WelBe| Entr... • 4m
Do You Really Need Investors? Maybe Not! Fundraising vs. Bootstrapping – What’s Right for You? Bootstrapping (Pros & Cons) ✅ Full control ✅ No pressure from investors ❌ Slower growth Example: Mailchimp, Zoho, Basecamp – all built without investors
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Startup Funding 101: Bootstrapping vs. VC Funding Deciding between bootstrapping and venture capital (VC) funding is a critical choice for startups. Bootstrapping involves self-funding and can offer more control but may limit growth potential. V
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The Clueless Company • 1y
Is it better to bootstrap or seek VC funding for your startup? The endless debate: Bootstrap vs. VC funding. - Bootstrapping builds resilience and deep customer focus. You prioritize solving real problems over chasing valuations. - VC funding can
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MailChimp’s Bootstrapping Journey: From Garage to $12B 🚀 The Problem:In 2001, Ben Chestnut and Dan Kurzius started MailChimp as a side project. No VC funding, just a small web design agency struggling to meet client demands for email newsletters.
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What If Bootstrapping Is the New Fundraising? Here’s a contrarian thought: in 2025, bootstrapping isn’t the opposite of VC funding—it’s becoming a new kind of pitch. Startups with solid revenues, loyal customers, and zero external capital are now m
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Startups Are NOT Glamorous – Here’s What No One Tells You! ❌Myth 1: You need a unique idea to succeed. ✅ Truth: Execution matters more than the idea. Facebook wasn’t the first social network, and Google wasn’t the first search engine. They just exec
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Fuel your growth! ⛽ Indian startups in their growth stage, Excess Edge Experts Consulting is actively looking at VC-bound ventures. Share your deck at info@excessedgeexperts.com and let's chart your course to expansion. #VCFunding #IndianStartups #
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Day 7: Securing Funding for Your Bangalore Startup Funding is the lifeblood of many startups, and Bangalore offers a vibrant ecosystem for founders seeking capital. This post explores various funding options for Bangalore-based startups, including:
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