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Good to see such kind of support for startups

Growth Manager

Good to see such kind of support for startups- Grapevine

Welcome to Indian Startups's Private Community

Hey we support the startup companies with 60 lakhs to 1 crore funds - no documents only your company growth matters - just reach me here

Start-up companies looking for investment supports

Budget 2024 scrapped the angel tax for all investors, creating the ultimate playground for innovation and entrepreneurship in India.

Big news for Indian startups!

I've been observing a concerning trend lately on this platform, and I believe it's high time we rethink the way we treat startup founders. Take a moment to consider the dedication and courage it takes to leave a secure job and venture into the world of entrepreneurship. 

I feel Companies like Dukaan, AppX etc were unnecessarily mocked here based on one side of opinion,
I've had the privilege of working closely with a startup's CTO for the past two years, and it's been an eye-opening experience. Startups are like fragile ecosystems where every member plays a crucial role. However, what I've noticed is that sometimes employees who find it challenging to keep up with the dynamic startup environment tend to cast blame on the founders and the company culture.

Let's remember, every startup is a journey of learning, growth, and innovation. Founders make mistakes, learn from them, and strive to create something meaningful. They invest their time, energy, and resources into building something from scratch. Instead of mocking them, we should applaud their courage and determination.
But, what's even more disheartening is the toxic behavior exhibited by some employees here on Grapevine. It's disheartening to see individuals intentionally targeting someone's reputation due to personal grudges. Instead of resorting to negativity, let's try to understand the challenges startup founders face. Put yourself in their shoes; empathize with the pressure, uncertainty, and sleepless nights they endure to bring their visions to life.

We should strive to be a community that supports and uplifts one another, especially those who are trying to make a difference in the business world. Let's promote constructive criticism and empathy, recognizing that we all have our unique journeys, struggles, and successes.

#SupportStartups #EmpathyMatters #GrapevineCommunity 🌟

Embracing Empathy and Entrepreneurship on Grapevine 🌱

Backend Engineer

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Hi People,I have been working as a springboot developer for a year now. Looking for insights from experienced individuals here.
 
What are the possible paths for someone like me to try out. I see I can learn devops or  javascript frameworks and become a full stack developer.
What are some other possibilities?
 
Thanks

Career path of a Java Springboot developer

Senior Associate

Hey guys, 
   Wanted to know your opinions and if someone has walked similar path before. 
   I am in infrastructure engineering domain, want to transition into core backend with full stack. 
   I have roamed around abroad and found really great quality of life -
   1. Food quality is damn good!
   2. Spending power when you travel with that currency to other parts of the world
   3. Disciplined
   4. Power of people, where the rules are same for all. You are just as powerful or weak as a politician in regards to upholding the law. 

I like these concepts and want to explore living abroad, learning cultures, traditions and people. 

I was thinking of getting into a Europe based company(understand the pay would be less but I get to roam EU countries with better work life balance) for my backend role and leave my current job to prepare for it as my entire day is sucked off by this current high paying job and it's not fun anymore

Thoughts?

Tldr -
Not happy with my current life sucking role at startup. Have experienced better life abroad as a tourist. Want to switch to a job abroad and experience customs, traditions, people, culture, languages!

My work doesn't excite me. Thinking of quitting to focus on backend and take up job in Europe

Personal learning. Places that seem great as a tourist may not be epic to actually live in

Product Manager

Consultant

Hello everyone,

I'm Varun, the co-founder of Mesa School of Business. We’re Asia’s first startup focused business school focused on fostering the next generation of startup leaders in India.

Prior to Mesa, I was a Sr. Product Manager at Amazon in Seattle, and did my MBA from Kellogg School of Management.

I'd love to chat with you folks about my journey in building Mesa, my thoughts on higher education, 0-to-1 building, amongst other things.

Ask me anything! :)
I'll be back at 5 pm and start answering.

I'm Varun, Co-Founder at Mesa School of Business. Ask me anything!

Founder

CEO of Bombay Shaving Company, Shantanu Deshpande, is saying that Delhi is "1,000%" better for startups than Bengaluru, just like Zomato's Deepinder Goyal said. Deshpande believes that Delhi's all about sustainable, high-quality businesses, making it a way better place for entrepreneurs compared to Bengaluru's trend-chasing vibe.

After Deepinder Goyal, Bombay Shaving Company CEO Declares Delhi A Better Hub For Startups Than Bengaluru - Looma News

Delhi vs Bangalore: For startups

Software Engineer

Anyone looking to start up but need a little cash and a smart co-founder? 

I'm looking to create a group with people with ideas and others looking to invest.

Startup funding

Customer Success

This is the kind of value-adding startups that should get more visibility

I got the mail in my college mail ID so thought I could share it here in case someone can benefit. Below is the mail

"""
Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Campus Fund are thrilled to launch the fourth Edition of Grand Challenge to recognize the Best Student Led Startup of the Year

The top 5 startups selected in the Pre-finale will pitch to the Grand Jury on 14th of December. The jury will deliberate over the finalists and declare the Student Startup of the Year 2023 as the winner of Grand Challenge. Top 3 winners will pitch to Campus Fund’s Investment Committee for an investment of upto 4 Crores on 17th of December.

Who can apply? Current students, university dropouts and founders who have graduated in the last three years (2020 or afterwards)

Apply Here: bit.ly/3qzM7yX

Startups who presented in the previous three editions have collectively raised $22M in funding, till date!

This is your opportunity to showcase and scale your startup, where your vision and innovation will be witnessed by senior leaders/investors from the Indian startup ecosystem.

Applications close on September 15th

More about Grand Challenge - https://lnkd.in/gVjgupRR
"""

Attn: >=2020 grad & startup founders | AWS and Campus Fund’s Grand Challenge

Application Analyst

Hey Everyone,

I'm Vaibhav Vardhan, Co-Founder & CEO at Inc42. We are India’s #1 startup media & intelligence platform that informs, educates and empowers startup leaders & operators through our incisive reporting and industry-leading executive programs like FounderX.

I'd love to chat with you folks about my journey in building Inc42, why we’ve built FounderX and more!

Ask Me Anything :)
I’ll be back at 5PM and answer all your questions!

I'm Vaibhav Vardhan, Co-Founder & CEO of Inc42. Ask me anything!

Providing Analytical Insights to Startups that are just Starting up, to help them realise their true potential! Let’s connect!

Product analyst

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What do you think is the best startup

Remember the time when we were surrounded by 5-6 startups making waves every day? They were the talk of the town, with incredible growth, innovative offerings, massive hirings, and funding galore. We couldn't stop discussing their latest feats!

But lately, it feels like a different era, with a cloud of negativity casting a shadow. 

Dear Indian startup ecosystem, you have a history of miracles and game-changing moments. We believe in your potential to inspire, innovate, and motivate the youth. Let's bring back that magic and remind everyone why we're at the forefront of global innovation. 🇮🇳💡

It's time for something great, something remarkable. Let's reignite the spark and make headlines for all the right reasons!

Kuch machao yaar, it's getting boring :)

What is the probability of generating significant wealth (1-5Cr) by working at startups(Both US headquartered and India headquartered) in India? 
Is Generating wealth through ESOPS normal thing in India or very few lucky ones make such money? 
Do you know guys who have made significant money by working at startups? 
If yes, what parameters one should look for while identifying such startups?

Wealth Creation through ESOPS

Get me a Product Management Intern !!!!

Is Getting Jobs from LinkedIn Opportunities just a myth ??

Common "Indian Startups" do your thing🧠👨‍🦯

I worked in an Indian startup closely with CXO for last few years. 

They are pathetic in any way possible. Tech is limited to crud, that too doesn't work. The pay amongst their inner circle is in no way justifiable. For reference, I know people getting US pay remotely and that too doesn't come close to some of them.

They hired a guy from a service based company with completely different tech stack and no product experience for 60lpa+ (I know this number because he drunk boasted about this once) as VP just because he was acquaintance. Now, this guy lacked basic human decency and tech skills. He didn't know things as basic as how to use git cli or how to talk to people. Every non-tech person that ever had to work with him called it quit. Even 4-5 year old employees (juniors being exploited mostly) that were there from inspection. He would ruthlessly "harass" them for his own shortcomings.

The head of sales gets paid more than what their profit after margin is.

They just keep on raising based on their IIT/IIM creds and connections and there's no business or problem that they are solving. Even the contracts they seem to winning is rather by pulling the strings, because the product or tech doesn't solve or do anything. Yet they're able to raise more again and again.

It kinda kills me and fills me with so much rage that there are so many of them similar ones out there. I could go on and on about all the things that I had to see working here for years.

My pathetic experience working for years closely with CXO in a startup

Hello everyone, this is Blue Panda. I recently joined Grapevine see lot of folks disappointed with current economic condition and also see lot of folks saying it will stay like this. 

Good news - I already have started seeing winter fading and we should be back to good times sooner.

Lets spread some positive energies around us. I see startups fixing their issues, VCs being more sane while deploying capital. India macro story already playing out. Govt doing better policy making etc. This has already starting to show in business returns when i analyse companies across listed corporates, SMEs and startups 
 

Though what will not change in the next bull run as well is the capitalist nature of our world wherein maximising equity return is the key goal of most leaders. I get a chance to spend time with folks who have accumulated massive wealth and none of them have done it through their regular pay cheques but equity. If you are ambitious want to create wealth make sure you get sweat equity commensurate to efforts you putting in. Thats the best way to grow! 

Few options below
- Join a startup negotiate a good ESOP deal
- Startup yourself and be the founder
- Start a side hustle. Equity trading, Insurance distribution, blog subscription/influencer, goods trading, educational content etc depending upon your past strength
- Upskill yourself earn more salary and start taking more equity position in small cap companies (consult an expert and dont do it randomly) 

You can follow me for regular dose of positivity. Thanks :)

Summer is coming!

- IndiGo has received SEBI's approval to float its **VC arm**, IndiGo Ventures.
- The fund will start investing in startups by the end of **FY25**.
- It will focus on startups in aviation, travel, lifestyle, hospitality, and transport.
- This follows IndiGo's establishment of a financial services division with an initial investment of **INR 30 Cr**.
- The move comes amid a surge in startup funding in India, with $8.7 Bn raised in the first nine months of this year.

Source: [Inc42](https://inc42.com/buzz/indigo-gets-sebi-nod-to-float-vc-arm-to-back-startups/)

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