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?????????? ???? ???????????? ?????????? ???????????? ??????????????????????? ?? ?????? ??????, that is why we built ???????? ?????????????????? ????????????????. When I meet founders, I always ask: "????????'?? ???????? ?????????????? ???????????" The silence speaks volumes. ?? Most founders have ???? ???????? what their startup is ?????????? ??????????—???? ??????????, they're ???????????????? ?????????????????? ???????? ???????????????????? ?????????? ???? ?????? ???????????????? ?????? ?????????????? ??????????????????????. ???????????? ?????????? same ???????????? ???? ?????????? ????????????: the platform that's aimed at ???????????????????????? ?????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????????? ?????? ??????????????????????. Why does this matter? Because ??'???? ?????????????? ?????????????????? ?????????????????? ???????????????? ?????????? ???????????????? ???? ?????? ?????????? ???????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? ?????????????? ???????? ???????????? ????????-???????????? ????????????????????. ???????????? ????????????????: + Data-driven valuations (not guesswork) + Complete transparency into methodology + Simplified cap table management + Predictable growth modeling ???????? ??????'?? ???????? ?????????????? ???????? ????????—????'?? ?????????????????? ????????????????. In today's funding environment, investors respect founders who bring precision to the table. One founder in my network secured 2.5x their initial ask after using Kaaria's insights to justify their valuation. ?????? ????????????????: In fundraising, clarity equals confidence, and confidence equals capital. ?????????? ???? ?????????????????? ???????? ?????????????????????? ??????????????? ? Get your FREE startup valuation here: https://lnkd.in/gvwD7SrF ? ???????????????? ?? ????-???????????????????? ???????? ????????: https://lnkd.in/gK6nWFft ? ?????????????? ???????? ???????? ???????? ?????????????????? ?????????????????? Tag a founder who needs this ?? #StartupValuation #FundraisingTips #VCFunding #SaaS #StartupSuccess

?????? ?????????????? ???????????? ???????????????? ???????????????????? Startup funding isn’t as linear as it used to be. The numbers tell the story: ?? 8% of Seed rounds raised over $10M ?? 3% of Series A rounds raised over $50M ?? 9% of Series D rounds raised under $5M With data from 2,340 rounds in 2024(Peter Walker Carta), the takeaway is clear: round names don’t define success—milestones do. ???????? ???????????? ???????????????? ?????????? ????? Instead of c???????????? ?? ???????????????? ?????????? ??????????, ?????????? ???????? ?????????? ???? ???????????????? ????????????????????: ??? ??????????????-???????????????? ??????→ Can you make customers truly happy? ???????-????-???????????? ?????? → Can you build a repeatable and scalable motion to acquire customers? ??? ?????????? ???????????? ?????? #1 → Can you add $10M in ARR within 24 months? ??? ?????????? ???????????? ?????? #2 → Can you scale multiple PMFs like Uber Black & UberX? ??? ???????????? ???????????? ??????→ Do you have a clear path to IPO, an exit, or profitability? The Real Goal? ? It’s not about fundraising—it’s about building an enduring company. ?????? ???????? ?????????? ????????????????, ??????????????????????, ?????? ?????????????????????? ????????????. Whether ??????'???? ?????????????? $???? ???? $????????, focus on achieving key business milestones that drive real value. What milestone are you currently working towards? Let’s discuss let me know and comment "Fundraising" to get a free valuation call. ?? Ready to fundraise with confidence? Start your journey with KAARIA today! ? Get your startup valuation in minutes – Sign up now: KAARIA Platform: https://lnkd.in/gvwD7SrF ?? Want a personalized walkthrough? DM me for a demo or grab time on my calendar: Book a Call https://lnkd.in/gK6nWFft Let’s unlock your startup’s true value! ???? #StartupTips #ProductMarketFit #Entrepreneurship #Growth #valuations #startups #fundraising Thanks, credit and Kudos to Michael Ho for the great visual and original post.

?????? ???? ?????????? ???? ??????????????? ???????????????????????????????? ??????????????—????????????????????, ????????????????????, ?????? ???? ???????????????????? ??????????????. Building a business is a ??????????—?????????????? ??????????????????????, ?????????????? ??????????????, ?????? ??????????????????, ?????????????? ???????? ?????? ????????????. Success isn't about avoiding the punches; it's about learning how to take them and keep moving forward. Kudos & thanks to @AlexHormozi Key Takeaways: ? Grit and perseverance outlast talent and luck. ? The right mindset shifts failure into fuel for growth. ? Measure progress by your gains, not the gaps. ? Self-discipline is the bridge between goals and results. ? Obstacles aren’t signals to stop—they're signs you’re on the right path. Action Items: ?? Identify one current obstacle and reframe it as an opportunity. ?? Practice a growth mindset: Replace “I failed” with “I learned.” ?? Build daily habits of discipline (small actions compound over time). ?? Reflect on how far you’ve come instead of just how far you have to go. ?? Keep moving forward—no matter what. "????’?? ?????? ?????? ???????? ???? ?????? ???????? ??????????????—???????????????? ?????? ????????. ????’?? ?????? ???????? ???? ?????????????? ???? ?????? ???????? ??????????????." —Paul Bryant My suggested Reads: ?? Grit (Angela Duckworth): Passion + perseverance = unstoppable resilience. Grit isn’t talent; it’s persistence through hardship. ?? Mindset (Carol S. Dweck): A growth mindset sees failures as stepping stones, not roadblocks. ?? The Gap & The Gain (Dan Sullivan): Measure progress by how far you've come, not how far you still have to go. ?? Discipline is Destiny (Ryan Holiday): Motivation fades, discipline keeps you in the game. ?? The Obstacle is the Way (Ryan Holiday): Challenges aren’t barriers; they’re the way forward. ?? Ready to fundraise with confidence? Start your journey with KAARIA today! ? Get your startup valuation in minutes – Sign up now: KAARIA Platform: https://lnkd.in/gvwD7SrF ?? Want a personalized walkthrough? DM me for a demo or grab time on my calendar: Book a Call: https://lnkd.in/gK6nWFft Let’s unlock your startup’s true value! ???? #Entrepreneurship #Grit #Mindset #Discipline #Growth

???????????? ??????????, ?????????????? ???????????? The best way to win? Start by finding a strong market need—not just building a great product. ?? A ???????? ?????????????? in a strong market ?????? ??????????????. ?? You ?????????????? ?????????????? ??????????????????. ?? You ??????'?? ?????????????? ???????????? ????????????. It’s ???????????? ???? ???????????? ?? ?????????????? than to ???????? ???????????? ????????. Prioritize market pull! Credit, kudos & thanks to: Dharmesh Shah for image and original post

?????? ???? ???????? ?????????? ????????: Essential Tools for Running a Fund ?????????????? a VC fund means ???????????????? fund ???????????????????? while ???????????????????? ???????? LPs and portfolio companies. ?????? ?????????? ?????????? ?????? ???????? ?? ?????? ???????????????????? ???? ???????????????????? ?????? ????????????. New Economies released The VC Tech Stack 2025, a guide covering essential tools for VCs, categorized into key areas: ?? ???????? ???????????????? – Platforms to find promising startups. ?? ???????????????????????? – Tools to streamline workflows. ?? ?????? & ?????????????? – Keeping relationships organized. ?? ?????????????????? – Managing brand and outreach efforts. ?? ???????? ??????????????????t – Handling operations and compliance. ?? ???????????????????? – Payroll, admin, and daily essentials. ?? ?????????????????? – Engaging portfolio companies. ?? ???????????????????? – Tracking financials with ease. ?? ?????? – Supporting sustainability efforts. ?? ?????????????????? ???????????????????? – Organizing investments. ?? ?????? ??????????– Managing ownership structures. ?? ???????? & ???????????????? Gaining market insights. ?? ?????????? & ???????????????? – Exclusive startup benefits. ?? ???? ??????????????????– Keeping investors informed. ?? ???????????? – Helping startups hire top talent. ?????? ??????????????????: A strong tech stack improves efficiency for both fund management and founder support. ??????????’?? ???? ??????-????????-????????-??????—choose tools that align with your VC firm’s needs. The list isn’t exhaustive (e.g., Dealroom is a notable omission), but it provides a solid starting point. ????????????????????: Leveraging the right tools can give VCs a competitive edge. Explore the VC Tech Stack 2025 to optimize fund operations and better serve your stakeholders. Image Credit: New Economies #VCs #venturecapital #techstack

?????????? ?????? ?????? ???????? ???????????????? ??????? ?? Out of ??,?????? startups that sought VC funding in 2018 (Carta data): ? 56.4% raised a seed round ? 36.4% made it to Series A ? 14.8% reached Series B ? 4.4% got to Series C ? 1.1% advanced beyond Series D ?? Only 0.34% went public ?? 5.5% were acquired ?? 1.3% are private unicorns ?? 32.2% are still running ?? 61.9% have shut down Startups are a tough game—we KAARIA respect to the founders still pushing forward! ?? ? ?? Are you fundraising? ??????????????? ???????? ?????????????????? ???? ???? ????????! https://app.kaaria.ai/ Pitch better and get funded ???with a valuation Try KAARIA ?? Credit, kudos & thanks to Peter Walker over Carta #startups #founders #venturecapital #venturefunnel

Ben Horowitz on the ?????????????? ?????????????? ???????????????? make when pitching VCs: "???????????? ?????? ???????? ???? ???????????? ???? ??????. ???????? ???????????? ???? ??????????—????'?? ?? ???????? ???? ????????-??????????????." Stay true to your vision. Investors back conviction, not just persuasion. ?? ? ?? Are you fundraising? ??????????????? ???????? ?????????????????? ???? ???? ????????! https://app.kaaria.ai/ Pitch better and get funded ??? with a valuation Try KAARIA ?? #Startups #VentureCapital #StartupValuation

?? The 3 Fits That Make or Break a Startup ?? Founder-market fit. Message-market fit. Product-market fit. Nail these, and your startup thrives. Miss them, and even the best ideas struggle. Too many founders focus only on the product—forgetting that belief, communication, and customer obsession are just as critical. Are you the right person for this problem? Can you make people instantly get it? Do customers truly need what you built? ?? #Startups #ProductMarketFit #Growth

What the LEGO Group Mastered in 1974 - Brands Still Struggle With Today Back in the '70s, LEGO included a simple note inside their boxes—not about the product, but about imagination. Instead of telling kids what to build, they told parents: ?????? ???????? ????????????. Here’s why this approach was genius and what brands can still learn from it today: 1?? They understood their real audience. LEGO wasn’t selling to kids—they were selling to parents. And they spoke directly to them. 2?? They built an emotional connection. Rather than focusing on the product, they emphasized creativity, independence, and play—values that truly matter to parents. 3?? They kept it simple. No marketing fluff. No flashy ads. Just a clear, compelling message that resonated. 50 years later, brands still overcomplicate things. LEGO got it right by being human, emotional, and simple—and that’s why they remain one of the world’s most beloved brands today. At KAARIA, we make ?????????????????????? ???? ???????? ???? ???????????? because we want to ?????? ?????? ????????????. W?? ?????????????? ???????????????? ???????? ????????-???????????? ???????????????? ?????? ????????????????????????, so they can ?????????????????? ???????? ???????????????????? ?????? ?????? ?????????? ???????????? ???????? ??????????. ? ???Start your free valuation now: https://app.kaaria.ai/ ??.

AI Startups: What's Good, Better, and Best for Investors When evaluating AI startups, a structured framework is essential to identify winners. Bessemer Venture Partners outlines the critical pillars of Value and Defensibility to determine whether a startup is "Good," "Better," or "Best." Here's the breakdown: ?? Good: These startups introduce a feature that demos well and delivers a productivity boost, competing with SaaS incumbents or weak AI upstarts, ?leveraging speed of execution as your edge. ?? Better: Companies in this tier tackle core business workflows, showing hard ROI and driving operational cost reductions (OpEx). They outpace adjacent competitors or disrupt sleepy incumbents with early or weak data moats. ?? Best: The highest tier leverages LLM magic to transform entire workflows, enabling breakthroughs that were impossible without LLMs. They create significant revenue or productivity gains for high-value tasks and operate in markets with no legitimate modern incumbents, often securing their position with strong data moats or best-in-class multimodality. ?? Takeaway: The most investable AI startups don’t just solve problems—they redefine what’s possible, defend their territory with robust data, and thrive where competitors can't. If you're an AI founder, consider where your startup fits within this framework. Are you solving the right problem? Is your competitive moat strong enough? These are the benchmarks shaping the future of AI investment. ?? If you need a valuation for yuor AI startup be sure to get a free trial of KAARIA at https://app.kaaria.ai/. ?? #AIStartups #VentureCapital #Innovation #InvestmentFramework #AIRevolutio Thanks to Bessemer Venture Partners for the IF for AI Statups