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Hari kiran

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What drives a successful investor to risk everything on a bold startup dream? How does an Indian sports shoe brand, D:FY, aim to rival giants like Adidas, only to lose Rs 30 crore in under three years? Why did Prashant Desai’s ambitious venture crumble despite high-profile deals? Can one entrepreneur’s failure teach you how to succeed? Dive into The Biography of a Failed Venture by Prashant Desai, a raw, gripping memoir that answers these questions with unflinching honesty. . A must-read for startup enthusiasts, business dreamers, and anyone hooked on real-life stories of grit and loss. Read my full book review at

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