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A startup is a company that is in the early stages of development and is focused on creating a new product or service. Startups are typically founded by entrepreneurs who have an idea for a business that they want to bring to market. Startups are often cash-poor and rely on venture capital and other investors to finance their operations until they can begin turning a profit. Startups are also highly risky businesses and may shut down or fail before they reach their goals.
Founders of startups often work long hours as they strive to make their venture successful. They may not be able to offer a full-time salary and instead rely on delayed compensation in the form of stock options that will gain value once the company goes public. Some startups may also face competition from other similar companies, which can lead to a lot of stress and anxiety.
A young VC closed a $10 million fund for AI seed startups. Read the pitch deck he used here. Getting the word out about a new product can be challenging, but these 10 startups have managed to do it.