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Learning from India's Great but Failed Startups Day 5 | Frankly.me 🎥 Today, let’s talk about a unique startup—Frankly.me! This platform aimed to be India’s first video-only social network, where users could share through video Q&As and vlogs. Big names like Arvind Kejriwal and Javed Akhtar even used it to connect with fans. Initially, Frankly.me gained good traction and funding, building a loyal community—until it faced some major challenges. What went wrong? The biggest hurdle was sustainable product-market fit—video creation wasn’t convenient for everyone, and the monetization model wasn’t clear. The team spread resources thin by managing multiple use cases and scaling too soon. As market demands shifted, it became even harder to sustain. With growing competition and funding pressures, the company ultimately had to shut down. The lesson? Focus and adaptability are essential. Startups need to hone in on their core product, have clear monetization strategies, and avoid premature scaling. That’s Day 5’s lesson! Let us know your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned for more inspiring and insightful startup stories! 🚀 #FranklyMe #IndianStartups #StartupFailures #Entrepreneurship #StartupLessons #India Disclaimer: This is an entirely AI generated video.

🌟✨🎉𝑭𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑫𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑨𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒅! 🥁🎷📯🔈 Our 15-day journey exploring the multi layers of startups in India has come to a successful end. Initially planned for just 7 days, we extended it to 15 days due to the overwhelming response, engagement, and requests from our professional colleagues, followers, young entrepreneurs, and business houses. Throughout this extended series, we covered everything from the ideation of a startup to achieving success (excluding billable knowledge and experience, of course! 😄😄). We are incredibly grateful to all our friends and followers who showed such enthusiasm for these topics and engaged with us by asking insightful questions. For a professional, a successful event is one where a wealth of questions are asked, and the audience actively participates, making it valuable for everyone involved. Thank you all for your love, time, participation, and advice. We learned a lot during this journey, and your contributions were invaluable. A big applause to all of you, and thank you so much. Key Takeaways for Startups: 1️⃣ 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡: Understand your target audience and competitors. 2️⃣ 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: Register with DPIIT for startup recognition and benefits. 3️⃣ 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: Explore government schemes, angel investors, and venture capitalists. 4️⃣ 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠: Connect with mentors and industry experts. 5️⃣ 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲: Leverage the latest tech to streamline operations. 6️⃣ 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬: Prioritize customer feedback and experience. 7️⃣ 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: Be ready to pivot your strategy based on market feedback. Stay innovative and adaptable to thrive in India's dynamic startup ecosystem. Thank you, and stay tuned for our next series of knowledge sharing!🙏🤝 #StartupsInIndia #StartupJourney #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #MarketResearch #RegulatoryCompliance #Funding #Networking #Technology #CustomerFocus #Adaptability #DPIIT #BusinessGrowth #KnowledgeSharing #IndiaStartups #YoungEntrepreneurs #ProfessionalEngagement #StartupSuccess #BusinessTips #Unstoppable #India #LoveYouAudience #Investors #VentureCapital #AngelInvestor #SIDBI #StartupSchemes

India has experienced a surge in startups and funding, with over 16,000 new tech companies added in 2020. Despite funding obstacles, investment firms have shown confidence in Indian startups, with a total funding of $8.4 billion in 2023. India's startup ecosystem soars with unprecedented growth and funding. Despite all these positive numbers, according to the Times of India, 95% of startups fail due to a lack of mentors. There are many causes, but the primary reason for a startup's failure is the lack of appropriate mentors, prompters, and guides. In such times, the mentor always comes in as a support. We at Aam Pannaa Creations are blessed and lucky enough to be part of the Favcy Venture Builders' March cohort. Understandably, it is a golden opportunity for us to get one-on-one with the partners, get access to tools like the favcy navigator, and build a network while testing our model. Here are few learnings that I got in these 2 weeks: 1. My biggest challenge is articulating my problem in the right words and in a limited duration. The navigator, as well as the office hours with the partner, made me better. Is it reasonable to better your pitch? 2. An action plan and initial sampling to define product market fit are critical. Who better than the Favcy team to help you shape your leads, categorise your IPC, and collect data points? 3. The biggest challenge for founders is the know-how. Understanding founder market fit comes next, as do problems with financial revenues. Favcy has just made it fun and logical with meetings and sessions at Fusion Lab and Network. We are at the early stages of a startup, but every hand of support is essential because we wish to build a purpose-driven brand that solves real-world issues. As I always say, as a founder, I don't know how the market will be years from now, and I don't know what new know-how will be needed, but I know I will still be passionately standing to solve the problems in the world of marketing. Ps: If you are someone who supports startups, we are happy to have conversations, and if you are a startup looking for support, we are ready to hold your hand. It just needs a coffee par charcha #venturebuilder #venturecapital #mentor #founder #support #linkedinforcreators #startup #india #digitalmarekting #marketing #writer #seo #socialmedia #impact #ngo #growth

📍EXCITED TO SHARE📍 Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to complete the Startup India Learning Program by Invest India, and I can’t wait to share what I gained from it. This program wasn’t just a course; it provided valuable insights to the world of entrepreneurship, startups, and innovation. Here’s what stood out for me: 1️⃣ Understanding the Startup Ecosystem: From policies to funding, I got a clear view of how startups operate in India. 2️⃣ Building Strong Strategies: I learned how to create effective plans for launching and scaling businesses. 3️⃣ Fostering Creativity: The program showed me how to think innovatively and solve real-world problems. 4️⃣ Navigating Finance and Laws: It covered the essentials of financial planning and legal compliance for startups. 5️⃣ Networking and Pitching: I developed skills to present ideas confidently and connect with like-minded individuals. #StartupIndia #Entrepreneurship #LearningJourney #Innovation #InvestIndia #certification

💡 How Zerodha Disrupted India's Stockbroking Industry 💹 In 2010, a bold idea emerged: make stock trading accessible, affordable, and transparent for every Indian. Enter Zerodha, the bootstrapped startup that changed the game. 📊 Zero brokerage on equity delivery 📱 A tech-first approach with the Kite app 🎓 Empowering investors with education through Varsity From serving over 10 million clients to handling 15% of India’s daily retail trading volumes, Zerodha’s journey is a masterclass in innovation and customer-centricity. ✨ Key Takeaways for Entrepreneurs: 1️⃣ Prioritize transparency and simplicity. 2️⃣ Invest in tech to enhance user experience. 3️⃣ Educate and empower your customers. 4️⃣ Prove that bootstrapping can lead to incredible growth. 💬 What’s your biggest takeaway from Zerodha’s journey? Let’s discuss! #Zerodha #CaseStudy #Innovation #StartupSuccess #Entrepreneurship #StockMarket #BusinessStrategy #Inspiration #VisionStartups

🚀 Kickstart Your Entrepreneurial Journey with Startup India Registration! 🚀 Are you ready to turn your business idea into reality? 🌟AccountsWaale is here to help you with Startup India Registration – a powerful initiative by the Government of India to support and encourage innovative startups. ✨ Why Choose AccountsWaale? -Expert Guidance: We provide step-by-step assistance through the entire registration process. -Quick & Easy Process: From application to certification, we make it seamless and hassle-free. -Affordable Pricing: Get the best value for your investment with competitive pricing. Comprehensive Services: We assist with all the necessary paperwork, compliance, and tax-related matters. 🌱 Benefits of Startup India Registration: -Access to Government Schemes & Benefits -Tax Exemptions & Incentives -Easier Funding Options -Recognition & Credibility Boost -And Much More! Don't let bureaucracy hold you back! Let AccountsWaale handle your registration, so you can focus on building your dream startup. 💼💡 📞 Get Started Today! Contact us and take the first step towards your entrepreneurial success. 📲 -9315793828 [email protected] -www.accountswaale.com #StartupIndia #Entrepreneurship #StartupRegistration #AccountsWaale #BusinessGrowth #MakeInIndia #StartupJourney

Let's understand about TAM with respect to a startup. TAM stands for Total addressable market, it helps companies in understanding their revenue generation sources, their target audience, market size, business potential and in planning future business strategies. But why a startup emphasize on TAM? There are several reasons for it: 🟢 If a startup is seeking funding, investors interest lies in its TAM because the bigger the TAM, the bigger the growth potential. 🟢 TAM reveals demand and supply for the product, what will be the pricing, which market places to use and how to do marketing of the product. 🟢 A large TAM indicates scalability, whether expansion is possible, Whether new products should be introduced, and whether there is a need for innovation. 🟢TAM analysis helps startups find specific groups of customers or special areas where they can be different from other companies. Do follow Rishika Manot for more. #linkedin #finance #investing #startups #india

If you're running a traditional business, profitability is essential for survival. But for modern startups, it’s a different story. In 2022, India had over 100 unicorns—yet only around 30 were profitable.The remaining 70+ unicorns, each valued at over $1 billion, were running at massive losses. Take Mamaearth, for instance, with a valuation of 24,000 crores but a profit of just 22 crores—a 1,000x profit multiple. This raises an intriguing question: Are these startups really focused on sustainable growth, or are they a vehicle for investors and founders to make quick, fat returns? What’s your take? Are these valuations a sign of innovation and potential, or are they just a high-stakes way to earn fast money? Comment below #Opinion #Business

NEED OF INTEGRITY 🦄✨ So guess what? India's first wave of startups has hit that fabulous unicorn status—yay for them! 🥳 But wait, not all that glitters is gold! Some of these companies have been under the spotlight for a bit of naughty behavior. 😳 And I know that some more are going to follow very soon, especially where the startup founders have been in a hurry to sell off their stocks. So, to all you aspiring founders out there, remember this: starting a startup is not a "Get-Rich-Quick" scheme🏖️🏠 Think of startup funding as your trusty sidekick 🦸♂️—it’s here to help you crush those long-term goals and build something amazing! 🚀 Let’s make sure we're in this for the right reasons, and maybe bring a little extra joy to the world while we’re at it! 🌈😄 Keep dreaming big, and let’s avoid any ethically questionable shortcuts, shall we? 😉 #startup #founders #startups #funding #accounting #audit #export #financialmodelling #pitchdeck #business101 #businessplanning #businessplan #funding #vcfunding #angelinvesting #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #startupmentor #scalability #scalable #cloudmigration #hardware #cpu #appdesign #diversification #productdesign #offering #cloud #business #vc #founder #fund #idea #concepts #interesting #general #possible #ticketsize #max

Valuation $1 Billion, Loss in Crores! Why? New startups often face losses because they’re pioneering new industries, which demands substantial capital investment. Creating a market need where none existed before involves extensive research, development, and marketing efforts, all of which require significant financial resources. Additionally, educating consumers about a new product or service can be a costly endeavor, as it involves building awareness, credibility, and trust in the minds of potential customers. Startups also face challenges such as regulatory hurdles, competition from established players, and uncertain market demand, all of which can contribute to initial losses. Despite these obstacles, successful startups persevere by strategically allocating resources, adapting to market feedback, and continuously innovating to meet evolving customer needs. [startup, startups, business, startup india, business, marketing strategy, unicorn, loss, business knowledge, startup mastery, finance] #startupindia #startup #business #businesshindi #marketingstrategy #businessknowledge #loss #unicorn #finance #startupbusiness #casestudy #viral #trending