startups credit can be a powerful currency
In the fast-paced world of startups credit can be a powerful currency. Neha and Arjun co-founded a tech startup together. Neha was the technical genius responsible for the product’s development while Arjun was the business mind handling sales partnerships and public relations. Their startup quickly gained traction and soon investors were interested.
When it came time to pitch to potential investors Arjun took the lead. He was charismatic and persuasive painting a picture of the company’s future that was hard to resist. The investors were impressed and agreed to fund the startup. But in all the excitement Arjun began to position himself as the primary driving force behind the success. He appeared in interviews spoke at conferences and became the public face of the company.
Neha who had poured her heart and soul into the product felt sidelined. While Arjun’s contributions were significant Neha knew that without the product there would be no company. This episode highlights the delicate balance in partnerships and the importance of sharing credit. Arjun’s actions created tension between him and Neha threatening the stability of the startup they had built together.