Starting a business rests on three fundamental pillars: solving a real problem, creating meaningful employment, and generating value for every stakeholder involved. It is inherently risky and demands sustained effort over years — but for those who get it right, it is one of the most fulfilling and financially rewarding paths a person can take.
The difference between startups that survive and those that rarely come down to the idea. It comes down to the founder — their motivation, their mindset, and the decisions they make in the earliest and most uncertain days.
Drawing from the experience of building Palacio Inc., the company behind Canvia digital art displays and Metalplex premium metal art products, this talk delivers a grounded, practical framework for aspiring entrepreneurs and students who are serious about turning an idea into a real business.
We will cover the key factors that meaningfully improve your odds of success — from choosing problems worth solving, to validating with real paying customers, building the right team, and managing money before it manages you. We will also be candid about the mindset shifts and the common mistakes that quietly kill most startups before they ever find their footing.
Speaker(s): Mr. Ranjan
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/571294







