What to Expect after Joining 1Mby1M

2. How transparent is the process—what can I expect after joining?

Once you join the 1Mby1M program, the process is designed to be transparent and action-oriented. You can expect to immediately access a range of resources and be integrated into the program’s methodology. The core components of the experience are:

1. Access to the Curriculum:

You’ll get immediate access to a curriculum focused on “bootstrapped, capital-efficient entrepreneurship.” This is a self-study program that includes:

• Video lectures and case studies: These are a central part of the program, offering insights from a large collection of successful entrepreneurs. The case studies focus on the early stages of business building.
• Core and elective courses: The curriculum covers key topics like positioning, customer acquisition, market sizing, and financing, all from a “bootstrap first, raise money later” perspective.

2. Mentoring Roundtables:

A key element of the program is the opportunity to receive personalized feedback through mentoring roundtables.

• Regular sessions: These are weekly, online sessions where you can pitch your business, ask questions, and get strategic advice directly from the program’s founder, Sramana Mitra.
• Actionable feedback: The sessions are known for being direct and providing specific, actionable advice on everything from your positioning to your go-to-market strategy.
• Learning from others: Even if you aren’t ready to pitch, you can attend these sessions to learn from the feedback given to other entrepreneurs and be part of a community.

3. Investor Introductions (when you are ready):

The program is not a brokerage for funding, but a resource to help you “become fundable.”

• Assessment of readiness: When you are deemed ready, and your business has a solid foundation (customers, revenue, and a clear strategy), the program’s founder will introduce you to relevant angel investors and VCs.
• Strategic guidance: The program helps you understand when is the right time to seek funding and works with you to fix any “holes” in your business plan before you approach investors, increasing your chances of success.

In essence, you can expect a structured, direct, and hands-on approach. The program is built on the philosophy that you should focus on building a sustainable business first, and it provides the educational and strategic support to help you do just that.