Entrepreneurs start a business with the single goal of achieving success. But we also see them fail miserably. 80% of startup companies witness closure since three years of commencement says a statistics.
So, what should entrepreneurs do to be in that 20% population range of successful people?
Research Giant CB insights has analyzed 101 failed startup companies and found out 20 important reasons categorically. CB insights is a company that focuses on business, investment and investment strategies. Also they supply valid information on startups and their founders, venture capital and Angel investment.
No Market Need – 42%
Ran Out Of Cash – 29%
Not the Right Team – 23%
Get Out-competed – 19%
Pricing/Cost Issues – 18%
Poor Product – 17%
Need/Lack Business Model – 17%
Poor Marketing – 14%
Ignore Customers – 14%
Product Mis-Timed – 13%
Loose Focus – 13%
Disharmony on Team/Investors – 13%
Pivot Gone Bad – 10%
Lack Passion – 9%
Bad Location – 9%
Not Financing/Investor Interest – 8%
Legal Challenges – 8%
Don’t Use Network/Advisors – 8%
Burn Out – 8%
Failure to Pivot – 7%
SIDBI, a government based financial organization caters to the financial requirements of small and medium enterprises. It plays a crucial role in the growth of SME’s. Startup India and Standup India are the two movements initiated by the central government to enhance the spirit of entrepreneurs.
It is quite difficult for the startup companies to get guidance and funding. These two factors are very vital for the growth of a startup firm. Various investment agencies, angel investors and incubators have associated themselves with Startup Mitra which in turn facilitate the tie-up.
SIDBI startup Mitra also paves way for startup firms to reap the benefits of government plans. The CB Insights tech market intelligence platform analyzes millions of data points on venture capital, startups, patents, partnerships and news media.
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