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The Hidden Power of the Cap Table! I have seen many entreprenueurs struggling with their cap table just before the funding round and at that point, its not easy to cleanup the mess! Cap Table is the DNA of your startup’s ownership and if you’re not

This founder promised equity over WhatsApp. 14 times. Real story. Founder had traction, early product, even investor interest. But no one would commit. Why? Because 14 people were promised equity... with zero documentation. No SHA, no vesting, no c

Cap Table 101 - Here is how to keep it healthy A lot of founders mess up their cap table in early days. Here are 3 quick rules: 1. Founders should own ~80–85% post pre-seed Too low, and VCs will worry you’re already over-diluted. 2. Avoid giving b

Knowledge gained<>shared to you-part 1 Qapita and Carta are two reliable Saas tools for equity or cap table management. As the company grows, it becomes imperative to manage the cap table digitally. While Excel can do the job, the process should

Branding & IP: A Powerful Duo In today's competitive market, a strong brand is your company's most valuable asset. But your brand is intrinsically linked to intellectual property (IP). Your logo, tagline, and even your brand voice are all protectabl

STARTUP TERMS TO KNOW -Day 3 1.Exit Strategy - A plan for investors to cash out, typically through an IPO or acquisition. 2.Cap Table (Capitalization Table) - A spreadsheet showing ownership stakes in a company. 3.Freemium - A pricing strategy whe

WTF is an IP ( Intellectual Property ) ⁉️ IP is basically your ideas, creations, logos, code, designs, music ; protected under law. Not just protected... owned. Like literally. Aapka maal, aapki rules. But why's it important? Because ideas are c

What to Include in a Data Room for Investors: Essential Guide for Startups : Building an Investor Data Room: When to Share What with Investors Never share all company data upfront - even if investors request immediate data room access. Instead, fol

"Understanding legal landscapes as a founder is just as important as creating a company as an entrepreneur" Especially for first-time entrepreneurs. We have seen most founders struggle with raising funds—even after investors like their product an

Shark Tank India has come under fire for issuing legal notices to pitchers after the show has aired. These notices restrict the entrepreneurs from using footage of their pitches in promotional materials like YouTube videos, website content, or social