What do you think are the biggest trends and challenges facing startups today while raising funds?

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Omnath · Accepted Answer

Not having or building a good network, credibility issues incase of first time founders, weak business models, not having enough numbers to raise funds, the market conditions.

Khushi Raj · Answer

Networking, it's still a rigorous process and takes a toll on the founder's mental health.

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Andrija Raičević · Answer

Bear market and barrier to entry in the VC circles

Tatiana Vdovychenko · Answer

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I believe the biggest trends facing startups today are the growing emphasis on sustainable and socially impactful business models, while challenges include standing out in an increasingly saturated market, proving product-market fit early on, and navigating the evolving landscape of remote work and decentralized teams, especially when it comes to establishing trust and building relationships with potential investors.

What do you think are the biggest trends and challenges facing startups today while raising funds?

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