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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ESOPs
Swiggy’s recent Initial Public Offering (IPO) has made headlines for turning nearly 500 employees into crorepatis, with 70 becoming dollar millionaires, thanks to the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This highlights the power of ESOPs in India’s fast-growing startup scene. They are now seen as...
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Exit or Expand? The Hidden Maths Behind Startup Timing
In the bustling startup corridors of Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi-NCR, a crucial question echoes through boardrooms and coffee meetings: "Is it time to exit or double down on growth?" As we navigate through 2024,...
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The Founder’s Guide to Clean Books: Making Your Startup Acquisition-Ready
In the bustling Indian startup ecosystem, where unicorns are born and acquisitions make headlines almost every quarter, one aspect often determines the fate of exit opportunities - clean financial books. As we navigate through...
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Beyond Unicorns: Why Middle-Market Exits Are The New Gold Mine
Introduction
While headlines celebrate India's unicorn club reaching 100+ companies, a quieter but equally compelling story is unfolding in the middle market. Companies valued between ₹100 crore and ₹2,000 crore are increasingly becoming the sweet...
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Founder First-Principles
Founder First-Principles: Critical Decisions in Your Startup's First 24 Months
The initial phase of startup building demands precision in decision-making. Through our extensive work with over 200 early-stage founders across India's technology corridors, we've identified...
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Legal Essentials for Startups: Protecting Your Business from Day One
Legal Essentials for Startups: Protecting Your Business from Day One
Exploring India's legal landscape presents unique challenges for emerging startups. While entrepreneurs focus on product development and market penetration, establishing robust legal foundations often remains...
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International Expansion: A Comprehensive Guide for Indian Startups
International Expansion: A Comprehensive Guide for Indian Startups
Introduction
As Indian startups mature and saturate local markets, international expansion becomes a strategic imperative. This journey involves not just market entry strategies but also critical tax and...
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Customer Discovery: Validating Your Startup Idea in the Real World
In the bustling startup ecosystem of India, where innovation thrives and entrepreneurial spirits soar, the journey from concept to a successful venture is both exhilarating and challenging. At the heart of this journey lies...
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