Category: Entrepreneurship and Innovation

I believe that the blitzscaling strategy has lost a large part of its effective and is a convenient way for growth companies to obscure profitability problems. Firstly, switching costs for most applications today are overstated and valuations are hence over-estimated. The notion behind switching costs is best exemplified by Microsoft, which has built a durable…

Charities are often seen as the societal safety net, stepping in where governments and private sectors fail. They aim to provide essential services—like food, shelter, and healthcare—to the most vulnerable, offering hope and a chance at a better future. Charities also play crucial roles in advancing medical research, promoting education, and preserving the environment. Ideally,…

Oxford has a superb entrepreneurial ecosystem. Casting our eyes out, many exist overseas outside of the UK as well. You want to be in an environment that has people building together – just as peers who pressure-test ideas, suggest new avenues for resources, or just give you that motivation to survive one more day. You…

Intellectual property (IP) forms the backbone of a startup’s value proposition, often serving as the invisible yet invaluable asset that underpins its potential for success. Whether it’s proprietary technology, distinctive branding, or unique content, IP can provide a formidable competitive edge. Understanding and strategically managing IP is essential for budding entrepreneurs, as it can define…

Before university, I spent hours meticulously crafting business plans for ideas that excited me: edible insect farms, automated restaurants, and drone delivery networks. These plans were my prized possessions—backed up across multiple storage devices like precious relics of entrepreneurial ambition. Diving into new industries and dissecting the intricacies that made them commercially promising was thrilling.…