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If you can, go hear what Navin Kaminoulu has to say. He’s got tons of great entrepreneurship stories (the good, the bad, and the ugly). #western #entrepreneurship

Supporting woman founders is critical to the social fabric of business and economic growth.

There is a huge problem with Shark Tank. And most people don’t understand that. When you see startups getting investments one after the other, you get swayed away. You feel that even you can make anything and you will end up getting funded. But what you don’t realise is that funding is not the final output of company building. Building a company is not as you see on TV. It's about the sweat, tears, failures and patience that was poured into every aspect of the business. In fact, even before you go on the stage of Shark Tank, there is a huge amount of preparation, resource allocation and capital investment that went behind it. While funding does give motivation, the real challenge is in the day-to-day grind, late nights and making tough decisions. Entrepreneurship is not about the funding rounds or being in the spotlight, but building something from scratch with a solid foundation. A true entrepreneur focuses on leaving an impact! What are you focusing on? #entrepreneruship #funding #investment

In the seventh stage post-exit, the founder has the chance to grow their wealth and support other entrepreneurs by building a diversified investment portfolio. From real estate and stocks to investing in other start-ups, diversification is key to managing risk and maximizing returns. In addition, you have the opportunity to share your experience and mentor new entrepreneurs. Join me next week for our final installment, focusing on creating a lasting legacy through philanthropy. #The8Exits #FounderJourney #The8Exits #FounderJourney #EntrepreneurLife #FromCorporateToFounder #BusinessTransformation #FounderInsights #PurposeDrivenEntrepreneur #StartupLegacy #EntrepreneurialExits #BusinessMilestones #PathToIndependence #RedefiningSuccess

🦄🔥🇷🇴 Yesterday, we kicked off the very first panel discussion at this year's How To Web event together with: 🇬🇧 Felix Martinez from Seedcamp 🇧🇬 Todor Breshkov from LAUNCHub Ventures 🇩🇪 🤠 Claude Ritter from Cavalry Ventures Their (collective) advice to founding teams emphasised that the entrepreneurial journey will undoubtedly be super challenging (don't expect an easy ride!) 🤯🎢 However, if you're driven by a compelling "WHY," then it is worth your while🧘♀️ The key takeaway: "Don't fuck it up" 😜🍸 Here are some extra tips for fellow #startups and #entrepreneurs, especially when fundraising in this challenging (this is me, being diplomatic) climate: 💡 ensure every team member understands and resonates with your core purpose. Find your "why" 💡 always remember that you're building a business to serve your clients, not to win over VCs 💡 building an authentic and robust business is (still) key. Even though the 2020/2021 hype has died down, there's still the potential to shine brightly!

Our 6th batch is already two months into the program - that's 30% of the program! 👀 🗒 The teams have completed a super intensive phase of our accelerator. In addition to the basics of finance & legal for startups, financial models were created, customer interviews intensified, pitching improved and the first ICPs and MVPs created. 💙 All backed with the help of our fantastic coaches, mentors, alumnis, entrepreneurs in residence & friends. So far thanks to: Dr. Arndt Schwaiger, Sebastian Schwenke, Daniel Scholl, Tobias Ahrens, Randolf 🐸 Schürmann, Frank Kerim Reinecke, Dana Alpar, LL.M., Robin Eyben, Klaus Buchroithner, Nataniel Müller, Martin Arnold, Alexander Rubbel, Shahed Khallaghi, Marie Ruddeck, Jesse M. Hartinger, Alina Bassi, Stefan Jørgensen, Kerstin Buschbeck and Daniel Bosch. 🙏 🫂 The #startup teams were also able to get to know each other better and experience the power of peer learning (or even just the power of drinking beer together) for themselves. It definitely won't get boring. Now it's time to shift into the next gear! Let's Do or Do❗ #entrepreneurship #accelerator #founder

🌅 Embarking on a Week of Boundless Potential, Visionaries! 🌅 Reflecting on the sage words of Franklin D. Roosevelt, "The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today," I am reminded of the immense power that resides within conviction and belief. The journey of entrepreneurship is fraught with uncertainties and challenges, but it is the unwavering belief in our vision and capabilities that acts as our compass. At Somras Ventures, we champion the courageous—the dreamers and doers who confront their doubts to pave the way for innovation and success. As we stand at the threshold of a new week, let's introspect: What doubts are we prepared to conquer to usher in a future brimming with possibilities? How will our actions today shape a tomorrow that we can be proud of? Let this week be a testament to the strength found in challenging our limitations and a celebration of the victories that lie beyond our apprehensions. #ForgeAheadWithFaith #LimitlessFuture #SomrasVCSupports #MondayInspiration #PathfindersUnite #morningquote #somrasvc #entrepreneurs 🚀💡✨

We are keenly aware of the highs and lows that come with starting a business. Brenda Wangari, our Head of Portfolio Success, underscores our mission that we're here to do more than fund your venture. We're here to foster a community where founders have access to the vital resources and networks they need, nurturing both your professional and personal growth. Let's redefine the entrepreneurial journey together, by making it a path of collective success and support. #founderjourney #foundersupport #entrepreneurialsuccess #startupsinafrica #startupjourney #africanentrepreneur #africanstartups

❄🚀 With #QVCS, Maddyness UK profiles different #funds to give #founders and #entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right #investor. Today, we speak to Max Samuel, General Partner at SNÖ Ventures. "We look for #founders that have a #unique #perspective or #insight around solving a difficult #problem." "Encourage a #mindset of continuous #learning and #flexibility within your #team. This will not only help you navigate through #uncertainties but also allow you to seize #opportunities that others might overlook." https://lnkd.in/eNA-Pusd