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The Startup Velocity Question: What Hinders Acceleration in VC Funded Companies?

I have been running 1Mby1M since 2010. I find myself saying to entrepreneurs ad nauseam that VCs want to invest in startups that can go from zero to $100 million in revenue in 5 to 7 years.

Startups that do not have what it takes to achieve velocity should not be venture funded.

Experienced VCs, over time, have developed heuristics to gauge what constitutes a high growth venture investment thesis. 

The Accelerator Conundrum: Navigating Your Path to Startup Success

The Accelerator Conundrum is a multipart series that challenges the prevailing wisdom of the tech startup ecosystem that entrepreneurs should Blitzscale out of the gate. Written by Sramana Mitra, the Founder and CEO of One Million by One Million (1Mby1M), the world’s first global virtual accelerator, it emphatically argues that a better strategy is to Bootstrap First, Raise Money Later, focus on customers, revenues and profits. 1Mby1M’s mission is to help a Million entrepreneurs reach a million dollars in annual revenue and beyond. Sramana’s Digital Mind AI Mentor virtually mentors entrepreneurs around the world in 57 languages. Try it out!

Alright, let’s cut through the noise and get to the brutal truth of the startup accelerator world. Many entrepreneurs, starry-eyed and naive, leap headfirst into 3-month accelerator programs without truly understanding the long-term implications. It’s time for an incisive commentary, a necessary dissection.

Top Accelerators for Long Term Mentoring in Delhi NCR

This article, part of the Pro-Founder Series, delves into the crucial aspect of long-term mentorship within the Delhi NCR startup ecosystem. We examine the gap between the promise of accelerator programs and the reality of sustained guidance, highlighting the need for mentorship that extends far beyond the initial Demo Day buzz. Founders are increasingly seeking ecosystems, not just events, and this requires a commitment to long-term strategic support, a commitment often missing in the current landscape.

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Top Accelerators for Building Real Unicorns in Delhi NCR

Why Real Unicorns Matter in Delhi NCR

The startup ecosystem, particularly in vibrant hubs like Delhi NCR, often glorifies the idea of unicorns. However, many of these unicorns are built on unsustainable models, fueled by venture capital and characterized by significant cash burn. This article is dedicated to founders in Delhi NCR who are committed to building “real unicorns” – companies that are not only scalable and impactful but also profitable and sustainable in the long run. These are businesses that create genuine value for their customers and contribute positively to the economy.

Top Accelerators for Marathon not 3-month Sprint in Delhi NCR

This article, part of the Pro-Founder Series aligned with the 1Mby1M philosophy and The Accelerator Conundrum, delves into the accelerator landscape of Delhi NCR. It identifies programs that offer long-term, sustainable support for founders, emphasizing validation-first approaches and founder-friendly terms. This analysis contrasts these “marathon” accelerators with the more prevalent short-term, Demo Day-driven models, providing founders with insights to make informed decisions about which programs best suit their long-term goals.

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Top Accelerators for Solo Entrepreneurs in Delhi NCR

This article delves into the landscape of startup accelerators in Delhi NCR, specifically tailored for solo entrepreneurs. In a post-COVID world marked by increased layoffs and the rise of independent and first-generation founders, the need for targeted support systems is paramount. We explore which accelerators genuinely cater to the unique needs of solo founders, offering clarity, mentorship, and validation, rather than just chasing funding and fleeting PR.

Top Non-Equity Accelerators in Delhi NCR

This article, part of the Pro-Founder Series, delves into the landscape of non-equity accelerators in Delhi NCR, a crucial resource for bootstrapped and validation-focused founders. We analyze over 30 programs, filtering for those that offer support without demanding equity, aligning with the founder-first philosophy championed by 1Mby1M and the insights from Sramana Mitra’s “The Accelerator Conundrum.” This research-driven guide aims to provide founders with a clear understanding of the available options, focusing on value, continuity, and mentorship, rather than just demo days and vanity metrics.

Top Accelerators for Entrepreneurs Who Want to Focus on Validation  in Delhi NCR

This article is for founders in Delhi NCR who prioritize validating their business idea, customer need, pricing, and positioning before diving into fundraising, scaling, or complex tech development. We explore the accelerator landscape in Delhi NCR, highlighting programs that genuinely support validation-first approaches and contrasting them with those that prioritize pitch polishing over substantive market testing. We also introduce 1Mby1M as a pioneer in validation-first, virtual, equity-free acceleration.

February 26 – 717th 1Mby1M Mentoring Roundtable for Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs are invited to the 717th FREE online 1Mby1M Mentoring Roundtable on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 8 a.m. PST / 11 a.m. EST / 5 p.m. CET / 9:30 p.m. India IST.

If you are a serious entrepreneur, register to Pitch and sell your business idea. You’ll receive straightforward feedback from Sramana Mitra, advice on next steps, and answers to any of your questions. Others can register to Attend to watch and learn.

You can learn more here and REGISTER TO PITCH OR ATTEND HERE. Please share with any entrepreneurs in your circle who may be Interested.

716th 1Mby1M Mentoring Roundtable Recording

In case you missed this roundtable, you can listen and watch the recording here:

You can register for an upcoming roundtable here.

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