In his TEDx talk titled “Bootstrapping Startup in Hard Mode: An Entrepreneur’s True Test,” Tejas Khoday dives into the challenges and obstacles faced by entrepreneurs who choose to build their startups from the ground up without external funding. Khoday shares his personal experiences and lessons learned from navigating the world of bootstrapping, emphasizing the mental fortitude and resilience required to succeed in this “hard mode” of entrepreneurship.
Khoday discusses the importance of being resourceful, thinking creatively, and being willing to make sacrifices in order to bootstrap a startup. He highlights the sense of empowerment and ownership that comes from self-funding a business, as well as the valuable skills and lessons gained from facing adversity head-on.
Through his inspiring and candid presentation, Khoday encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to embrace the challenges of bootstrapping and see them as opportunities for growth and innovation. He leaves the audience with an empowering message about the true test of entrepreneurship and the rewards that come from overcoming obstacles and building a successful startup from the ground up.
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In this deeply personal TEDx talk, Tejas Khoday, Founder & CEO of FYERS, shares his extraordinary journey from the heartbreak of losing both parents at a young age to becoming the architect of one of India’s most well-known bootstrapped fintech startups.
With raw honesty, Tejas opens up about his early struggles and how adversity became the catalyst for his relentless spirit. This inspiring entrepreneurial journey explores the mindset required to bootstrap a startup, and build with conviction, without a safety net.
If you’re an aspiring startup entrepreneur, curious about the real truth behind bootstrapping, this talk offers 5 powerful lessons from an authentic voice from India’s startup ecosystem. Tejas Khoday, CEO and Co-founder of Fyers:
In this informative TEDx talk, Tejas Khoday, CEO and co-founder of Fyers, a leading online brokerage firm, demystifies the world of finance and investing for a wider audience. He shares his insights on the importance of financial literacy, the principles of sound investing, and the strategies for building long-term wealth. Tejas discusses the various investment options available, the risks and rewards associated with each, and the importance of making informed financial decisions. His talk empowers individuals to take control of their financial future and navigate the complexities of the investment world with greater confidence. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED
conference format but independently organized by a local community. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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