Getting money by pitching is long gone. You need to build mvp and get atleast some traction to get investors

Generalist

Software Test - QA

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How do people find investor? I've some good business ideas but paise nahi hai. Maarg dikhaa dijiye, pitch wale karm main kar lunga 🙏🏽✨

Graphic Designer

How do people find investor? I've some good business ideas but paise nahi hai. Maarg dikhaa dijiye, pitch wale karm main kar lunga 🙏🏽✨- Grapevine

Welcome to Indian Startups's Private Community

How to become investor in a very early stage start up? Like investing 2/3 lakh per company?

Software Engineer

Start up Idea and Working Partners needed to go better miles together. Investors we will find it. Anyone willing?

How the F*ck are they Angel Investors, when I can't even think of clear Mutual fund investing strategies, the LinkedIn is becoming a cool hollow capitalist community

Who are these 23 - 28 yr old Angel investors on Linkedin?

Growth Manager

Welcome to Personal Finance's Private Community

Consider the current market situation and suggest investment options that are better than FDs. I know it's a subjective question but assume there are no major financial commitments or debt.

Investors of GrapeVine, where do I invest 20L now?

Hey grapes I have an idea for a startup that could generate millions in profits but I was wondering how and ways to approach angel investors, vc's etc for funding? Will they steal my idea and build their own startup?Do I need them to sign an NDA before pitching? Where and How can I contact them for the same?

P.S: I do not know anything about raising funds and a newbie. Looking for help.

Stealing the startup idea

Welcome to Product Managers's Private Community

Hey Folks, I thought I should do an AMA specially after yesterday’s rumours that I have been laid off from Grapevine - this isn’t true 😂. It is however true that I have been PIPed and have a much reduced role now xD 

To be serious: Happy to answer any Grapevine questions that you may have. Features, ideas, questions on why we do what we do welcome - I’ll answer what I can! 

Cheers!

Micheal_Scott AMA

Founder

Hear me out here,

Starting up is much more than idea PMF MVP CAC capital etc
There are so many basic paperwork questions - how to register company, GST, what all funds can government help with, how to get them, what startup programs 
Or behavioral questions - friends coming to build business, insecurity, anxiety, non - business backgrounds, job to business journey 

The top customers are here 
Many founders too, people who have built companies from scratch 
Founders who have failed and yet not given up
First time founders who built it big, navigating inevitable issues 

These basic questions could be very helpful

[Rough Idea] Grapevine community can be helpful to those looking to start their own

Consultant

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Let me spill the tea on what's buzzing over at Grapevine in last 24 hours. You're in for a treat with these top posts, so let's dive in ASAP:

1. ServiceNow Interview Disaster - https://share.gvine.app/yPfdLxoKeMojQ6tF6
Honey, let me spill the tea. This candidate's experience with a ServiceNow interview is messier than my auntie's spice drawer. A fresher interviewing a senior? That's like a toddler teaching a chef how to cook biryani. ServiceNow, sweetie, it's time to get your act together before you become the joke of the IT industry.

2. Poker Math for the Geeks - https://share.gvine.app/puCYn1PLfHPspDKh9
Oh, lordy, poker and math combined? This is giving very much "I peaked in high school math club" vibes. I mean, if you enjoy calculating more than actually playing the game, maybe it's time to reconsider your hobbies. But who am I to judge? Maybe that's your idea of a wild Friday night.

3. A Call for Startup Ideas - https://share.gvine.app/vckFRV2ukci1RNtq7
Babe, resigning without a plan is like going to a wedding and hoping you'll catch the bouquet – optimistic but unrealistic. But I admire the hustle; shooting your shot on Grapevine for startup ideas is like Tinder for entrepreneurs. Just don't be surprised if you end up with a partner who thinks reinventing the chai is revolutionary.

4. Delhi Travel Precautions - https://share.gvine.app/MpSzohMM64wn3F1HA
This is giving very much "my mom's WhatsApp forward" energy. But in all fairness, safety in Delhi is like finding a good samosa in Bangalore – nearly impossible. While I appreciate the caution, let's not normalize sending a full dossier every time we step out. Maybe just stick to the basics, or better yet, let's make our cities safer, shall we?

5. Sugarcane Juice > Alcohol Parties - https://share.gvine.app/9mtKHW8kBqt6Mpg5A
Finally, someone said it! Why are we glorifying alcohol when we can party healthily? I'm all for replacing beer with sugarcane juice, but let's not pretend like we'll stick to this plan once "Gallan Goodiyaan" starts playing. Still, cheers to the idea – it's sweet, both literally and figuratively.

6. Rahul Gandhi's Employment Plan - https://share.gvine.app/c5JbZA9j3JFckzAG8
Oh, Rahul, always the dreamer with plans as realistic as my chances of marrying Ranveer Singh. Promising money for watching reels? That's not a job strategy; that's called being a Gen Z with too much time. How about focusing on real employment solutions, or is that too mainstream?

7. Max Salary for 20-Year IT Experience - https://share.gvine.app/7mEb8DnZB3LNYn9N6
Asking for the max salary in IT is like asking how spicy is too spicy – it's subjective, darling. But let's be real, the IT market is more unpredictable than my mood on a diet. So, aim high but maybe don't start planning your mansion just yet.

8. Arrogant IITs Not Getting Jobs - https://share.gvine.app/xBHQYM5AxDxE6JHS
Saying IIT grads are arrogant is like saying water is wet – we've all met that one guy who won't shut up about JEE ranks. But let's not generalize; not all IITians are boastful, and not all non-IITians are humble. It's about skill, not the label on your degree.

9. The Beauty of Tech Projects - https://share.gvine.app/62rBG77cHN9xF1r38
This is the tech equivalent of finding your tribe. Working with a dream team on projects you love is rarer than a peaceful family WhatsApp group. It's beautiful, it's pure, and it's about as common as understanding your privacy settings on the first try.

10. The Indian FAANG Roadmap - https://share.gvine.app/5gBHzBjHrBDGoR7v8
Oh, the classic FAANG cycle – from aspirational YouTuber to disillusioned course creator. It's like the startup version of a Bollywood movie: predictable, dramatic, and with an inevitable downfall. But hey, if you can't join 'em, teach 'em (for a small fee, of course).'

Oh, the drama on Grapevine never fails to entertain.

Whether it’s the hilariously out-of-touch interview processes, the nerdfest of math-heavy poker strategies, or ambitious claims in politics and business, Grapevine serves it up fresh and hot daily. 

It’s the perfect blend of reality check and escapism. Always insightful, often hilarious, and occasionally face-palm worthy – keep the posts coming! 

What’s next, Grapevine? We're all ears!

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Robotics Engineer

VCs then vs VCs now

There’s now a list of 4-6 startups that have shut down and announced closure in December. Why is this happening

Why are so many startups shutting shop in December?

Business Development Manager

Welcome to Software Engineers's Private Community

How does 🍇 grapevine earn money 💰💰🤔

Grapevine 🍇🍷 🤑💰💰

Hi, 
I resigned from my job to do startup. I have no good Idea now.

Anyone have any idea that you really believe will work but you don't have time , energy or motivation to work on.

Can you share it if I also believe in that idea i will work on that. 

If the idea do well or I get funding. You can join me as Co-founder and we will make it big.

A Startup Idea that You believe will work.

Software Developer

Hello everyone... My name Shardul patil and I have a unique business idea for a startup. I am already working on my first idea as it is on incorporation stage. I have a second idea for which I need a co-founder. I can invest 50% of my own and need another 50% as co-founder investment. Plzz reply if you are interested....

Idea

Looks like the Grapevine is growing

Data Scientist

VC with 5+ yrs of exp - AMA

Community Manager

Thow me any relevant information about raising angel investment from him. The communication is in place and I am sceptical. I wish I could do it bootstrap. The freebie team is not good to build, and looking to raise to hire developers to build fast and iterate.

Does anyone know him? 
What kind of person is he in real life?
Is he really supportive?
Could you help me with other Angel names, incase needed?

Nikhil Kamath: Planning to raise from him

Solution Architect

I am building a D2C fashion brand and need to raise money (20 Lakhs) to get things off the ground. I am from Tier-I IIT and a single founder. 

I have been trying to approach investors through multiple mediums. Cold mailing / LinkedIn. But things haven't worked. 

College alumni also don't seem to respond, let alone give any warm intro. 

How should I go about the fund raising process?

Best ways to find angel investors

Product Marketing Manager

"I Don't have Ideas to work" 

Seriously ?

Top Unorganized Sectors in India for Startups to try on!

👉 Street Vendors: Revolutionize local commerce with tech solutions.

👉 Handicrafts: Digitize and globalize traditional crafts.

👉 Waste Management: Innovate in recycling and waste reduction.

👉 Informal Transportation: Organize and streamline local transit.

👉 Domestic Services: Professionalize and scale household help.

👉 Wedding Planners: Bring structure to the chaotic wedding market.

👉 Ironing Services: Modernize local laundry and ironing services.

👉 Scrap Collection: Create efficient scrap collection and recycling systems.

👉 Local Kirana Stores: Digitize inventory and supply chain management.

👉 Artisanal Food: Market and scale traditional food products.

👉 Textile Production: Streamline small-scale textile manufacturing.

👉 Construction Labor: Organize and manage skilled and unskilled labor.

👉 Tailoring: Modernize bespoke tailoring services.

👉 Fishermen: Digitize and organize the fishing industry.

👉 Local Mechanics: Standardize and scale local auto repair services.

👉 Small-Scale Farming: Bring technology to local agriculture.

👉 Street Food Vendors: Professionalize and scale street food operations.

👉 Traditional Healers: Organize and regulate traditional medical practices.

👉 Regional Music Bands: Promote and organize local music talent.

👉 Local Tour Guides: Structure and professionalize local tourism.

👉 Pet Services: Organize and scale pet grooming and care.

👉 Repair Services: Centralize and standardize home repair services.

👉 Floral Industry: Organize local florists and streamline supply chains.

👉 Printing Services: Digitize and scale small printing businesses.

👉 Community Cleaners: Professionalize and scale local cleaning services.

👉 Second-Hand Goods: Organize and scale the resale of used items.

👉 Street Performers: Promote and organize local entertainment talent.

👉 Regional Festivals: Professionalize the organiz

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