Every startup begins with a spark—an idea that promises to solve a real-world problem. But as seasoned entrepreneur and professor Soma Sundaram emphasizes, a brilliant idea alone is never enough. It’s the strength of your operational strategy that determines whether your startup can transform that idea into a sustainable, profitable business.
Drawing from his rich experience in the private...Read More
For startups, understanding finance is not just about tracking expenses or balancing spreadsheets—it’s about building a financially sound and sustainable business. As financial expert Sathya Pramod—former CFO, startup founder backed by Cisco, and co-founder of one of India’s largest angel investment platforms—puts it:
“Cash flow is what is sanity. Everything else doesn’t...Read More
When it comes to pricing, startups often default to a purely financial mindset—calculating costs, adding a margin, and arriving at a number. But as Dr. AVR Mahadev emphasized in a recent session on “Startup Pricing: Strategy and Customer Relationships,” effective pricing goes far beyond spreadsheets and profit margins. It’s a deep strategic decision rooted in positioning, brand promises, and...Read More
Turning an idea into a successful startup isn’t just about inspiration—it’s about systematic innovation. A brilliant product alone doesn’t guarantee success. What truly matters is how well you solve real problems, serve real people, and build a sustainable business.
In a recent SPARKLAB session led by Dangeti Srinivasa Rao, an experienced mentor in startup strategy and innovation,...Read More
In a world where businesses constantly chase more customers, we often forget a fundamental truth: it’s not just about how many people buy from you—it’s about how long they stay and how much they contribute over time.
This principle was at the heart of a recent discussion between Dr. AVR Mahadev and Phanidhar Varanasi, where they unpacked two powerful concepts every business must...Read More
Today marks a momentous milestone in the journey of the Sri Sathya Sai Research and Innovation Foundation (#SSSRIF) as we unveil its official logo — a visual expression of our commitment to values-driven innovation and transformational impact.
The SSSRIF logo was officially unveiled in the Divine Presence today (8 July 2025) by Sri R J Rathnakar, Managing Trustee,...Read More
In the rapidly evolving entrepreneurial ecosystem, where ideas are abundant and enthusiasm is high, achieving clarity in foundational business aspects remains a crucial determinant of long-term success. Recognizing this, SPARKLAB, the purpose-driven startup incubation initiative of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), recently organized a highly impactful session led by...Read More
