Episode #21
How to Measure "Usefulness" and Product Market Fit (PMF)
Jul 31, 202645 minS1
<p>How to Measure "Usefulness" and Product Market Fit (PMF)</p>
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StartupLanes: Building Business and Raising Funds Join Dr. Shishir Gupta, Founder of StartupLanes, as he explores the gritty reality of building lasting companies. With a track record of $111M invested in 136 startups and 6 successful IPOs, Dr. Gupta shares tactical insights on scaling, funding, and surviving market shifts. Whether you're a founder seeking your first round or an investor navigating the ecosystem, discover how we are turning the mission of creating 1 million jobs into a reality. Real stories, honest advice, and the blueprint to scale. Subscribe and let’s build the ecosystem.
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Episode #21
<p>How to Measure "Usefulness" and Product Market Fit (PMF)</p>
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