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Did you see this guy walking the streets of Bangalore last week? 🚶♂️ Well, that’s me. 🙋♂️ Last week, I tried out an 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. I designed a T-shirt as shown in the image above featuring a QR code (blurred for privacy reasons). 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐐𝐑 𝐜𝐨𝐝𝐞, 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐝, 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐲 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐲 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫'𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩. So, I took a stroll through HSR Layout, a startup hotspot in Bangalore, for a couple of hours.      This experiment was actually inspired by the guy who wore a similar T-shirt to secure a date at an Ed Sheeran concert in Mumbai. As expected, I received some weird looks for my T-shirt — but more importantly, the responses I received were nothing short of fascinating and led to some pretty interesting conversations . And that is precisely why I always enjoy doing something out of the box !!!!! Has anyone else tried something similar? What was your experience? #innovation #experiment #bangalore #startups #networking #careergrowth #creativejobs #digitalresume #outofthebox #personalbranding

If there’s one thing I absolutely love about Bangalore… It's the conversations that people here have with each other. Almost all of them are steered towards Bangalore's vibrant, bustling, and ever-growing entrepreneurial spirit! When I visited Third Wave Coffee ☕️ recently, the staff I spoke with summed up Bangalore's entrepreneurial vibe. "The co-founders visit this store weekly," the barista said. Conversations in Bangalore tend to revolve around tech, innovation, and startups. Whether you're grabbing dinner, drinks, or coffee, the talk is often about solving real-world problems, scaling businesses, and starting new ventures. This is in fact quite interesting and not altogether surprising: Bangalore has evolved into a massive global startup hub over the decades. The city's entrepreneurial spirit is infectious! I always say that – most people in Bangalore are either co-founders or looking for one! #StartupCapital #EntrepreneurialSpirit #Bangalore

If you're in your early 20s, then you should TRY THIS. Consider moving to Bangalore. It's a life-changing decision that can offer you more than just good food and weather. In Bangalore, you'll constantly challenge yourself, adapt to new cultures, and learn to thrive among diversity. With over 5,200 tech startups, Bangalore is nicknamed the Silicon Valley of India, and the growth opportunities for young people are unmatched. A lot of what I am doing today is because of what I saw and learnt after coming here. #bangalore #career #startup

"Bangalore might have more startups, Delhi NCR has more IPOs"- Overheard on recent visits. While we are based out of Bangalore as luck would have it a lot of brands we work with are based out of Delhi NCR and we spent the last one week meeting up with them . Bangalore vs Delhi has a different vibe all together and it was an interesting perspective for us to build over the course of our interactions. The one big difference-Delhi is building business from crowded areas with narrow streets whereas Bangalore is building businesses virtually from co-working spaces. Both cities are building product, tech enabling commerce and whether the conversation happens in Hindi or English business fundamentals are equally strong on both sides of Vindhyas. Exciting times ahead . #BangaloreVsDelhi

🚀 Exploring the Awesome Lessons from Bangalore's Startup Scene 🌟 Hey LinkedIn fam! 👋 Sharing a few nuggets of wisdom from my time soaking in the Bangalore culture and mingling with incredible startups: 1️⃣ Teamwork Rocks: Hanging out in hacker houses taught me that teamwork makes the dream work. Working together boosts productivity, and I've seen how collaboration sparks cool ideas. 2️⃣ Your Surroundings Matter: Coming from Mumbai, I realized our thoughts can do a flip based on where we are. Being around super successful folks made me get how our environment shapes our thinking. 3️⃣ Networking is Gold: Making connections is a big deal. Chatting with people and expanding your circle isn't just socializing – it's like expanding your superpower to reach cool opportunities. 4️⃣ Time is Boss: Okay, this one hit me hard. In the startup buzz, every second counts. Managing time isn't just about having a schedule; it's about making every minute count. Time's like a superhero – use it wisely! Super pumped to carry these lessons forward. Bangalore, you've been a game-changer! 🚀 #BangaloreVibes #StartupLife #LearningJourney #bangalore #hustle #hustleculture

Why Bangalore? Bangalore, often referred to as the Silicon Valley of India, stands out as an ideal location to kickstart our journey of #PedalCircle for several compelling reasons: - Is a thriving community of entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators - Favourable regulatory environment, supportive government policies, and access to venture capital - A diverse talent pool, with access to skilled professionals across various disciplines - Modern transportation networks, IT parks, and communication infrastructure - Core of startup ecosystem By starting our journey from Bangalore, we aim to leverage these unique advantages to empower founders, foster innovation, and catalyze the success of startups within our ecosystem by starting to bring change from the core! PedalStart #startupaccelerator #bangalore #PedalStart #startuplife #bangalorestartups

Bangalore's startup scene is buzzing with founders wearing multiple hats. From coding to securing funding, these "Chief Everything Officers" do it all. Take Pavel Durov of Telegram Messenger—he manages a billion users with no HR team! Could this trend redefine startups? With AI tools and a gig economy on the rise, HR departments might soon be obsolete. Curious how Bangalore might birth the first one-person billion-dollar company? Dive into the full article! 👇 💬 Tucker Carlson | Shravan Tickoo | Ria Shroff Desai | Dara Khosrowshahi | Shweta Jain

Facing startup hurdles? Let's find solutions. Welcome to DAY 20 of STARTUP MASTERY series . 🌟FINDING THE RIGHT MARKET FIT PRIYA, founder of DIGISERVE in BANGALORE, initially struggled to find the right market for her tech product. After pivoting and conducting market research, she found a demand in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, leading DigiServe to success. 🌟MANAGING FINANCES RAHUL, founder of GREENPATH in MUMBAI, faced cash flow issues. He created a budget, monitored expenses, and explored funding options like Ketto and Milaap. This stabilized GreenPath's finances and ensured growth. 🌟BUILDING A STRONG TEAM NEHA, founder of EDUINNOVATE in DELHI, learned the importance of hiring for cultural fit. She invested in team-building and professional development, fostering a motivated and collaborative team that drove success. 🌟CREATING BRAND AWARENESS AMIT, founder of HEALTH WAVE in HYDERABAD, increased brand visibility through a comprehensive marketing strategy, attending industry events, and using PR to attract more customers. 🌟ADAPTING TO CHANGE MEERA, founder of CLEANENERGY in CHENNAI, fostered a culture of agility and continuous learning. This helped CleanEnergy stay competitive and grow despite market changes. Facing challenges is part of the startup journey. By learning from PRIYA, RAHUL, NEHA, AMIT, and Meera, we see the importance of: →Conducting market research. →Managing finances. →Building a strong team. →Creating brand awareness. →Adapting to change. Facing challenges is part of the startup journey. By understanding these common hurdles and implementing effective strategies, you can navigate through them and steer your startup towards success. Share your thoughts in the comments AND Follow Siya Khurana for more insights on overcoming startup challenges.

Weekly Startup Funding Update (Sep 09 - Sep 14) 🌟 🔸 $228.79M raised by 24 startups - 6 growth-stage deals - 13 early-stage deals - 5 undisclosed transactions 🚀 Growth-Stage Highlights: - InMobi leads with $100M in debt funding - FlexiLoans secures $35M for MSME-focused lending - Onsurity raises $21M for employee healthcare - Moneyview joins the unicorn club with fresh capital - Other notable deals: AppsForBharat, HROne, Transcell Biologics 🌱 Early-Stage Funding: - $46.14M raised by 13 startups - Top deals include Centricity, Nestasia, Track3D, Dharaksha Ecosolutions, Futwork - 4 startups kept their amounts undisclosed 🏙️ City-Wise Deals: - Bengaluru leads with 8 deals, followed by Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kolkata 💻 Top Segments: - E-commerce takes the top spot with 5 deals, followed by Fintech, Healthtech, and more. 📊 Week-on-Week Trends: - Funding down 45.7% from the previous week’s $421.29M - 8-week average: $331.70M with 26 deals per week 💼 Fund Launches & Key Hires: - 3 new funds launched, including Playbook Partners ($130M growth capital fund) - Sudharshan Sharma joins CarDekho as CBO - Departures at InCred, TAC Infosec, and Cleartrip 🎮 M&A Highlights: - Nazara Tech acquires PokerBaazi (₹982 Cr) and stakes in Stan - GoKwik buys Return Prime; Yudiz Solutions expands via ABCM App 📉 Shutdowns: - InsurStaq.ai shuts down amid the growing generative AI sector 📢 Other Noteworthy News: - IBV & FedTech unveil Indo-US launchpad for Indian startups - Zomato launches a new developer platform for PoS partners - Slice and Finova Capital set for upcoming funding rounds S: Entrackr #funding #startup #linkedin #startupfunding

💰 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊𝐋𝐘 𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 - 22 Apr - 27 Apr 2024 🔸 27 Indian startups raised nearly $222.7 million in funding. These deals include 7 growth-stage deals and 17 early-stage deals. 🔸 Among different cities,  Bengaluru-based startups led with 10 deals followed by Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and others. 🔸  Seed funding deals led the list with 11 deals while Pre-Series A deals are at the second position with 6 deals. 📍 M&A : 🔸Awign, a work-as-a-service platform acquired majority stake in Mynavi Corporation 📍 I’m a co-founder of Zerosec Solutions Pvt Ltd - a social enterprise providing Data Solutions such as Content Moderation and Brand Protection Services such as Fraud Detection. We also offer Business and Legal Solutions. 📑 Follow me for more updates on startup initiatives !!! ☝️ The information presented in this post is gathered from various public sources. Please reach out to me via DM to correct any factual inaccuracy. #india #startups #funding #investments