In the silent hours of the night—when the world is asleep and the distractions of daytime have faded away—an unlikely source of creativity and innovation awakens. Many successful founders have discovered that those restless, insomnia-fueled hours can be transformed into a wellspring of productivity. Welcome to the 3 AM Rule, where anxiety meets opportunity, and…
Category: Entrepreneurship
Why Your ‘Passion Project’ Is a Terrible Business Idea (and How to Fix It) – Akhil Gorantala
In the world of entrepreneurship, the mantra “do what you love” often sounds like a call to follow your heart and build a business around your passion. While this advice is meant to inspire, it can lead many aspiring founders down a perilous path. Passion projects, as endearing as they are, often lack the critical…
The Coffee Shop That Became a Community Lifeline: A Story of Adaptability and Purpose – Akhil Gorantala
A Dream Brews in the Heart of the City When Maria Rodriguez opened Bean & Dream in 2019, she envisioned more than just another coffee shop. She wanted to create a sanctuary—a warm, inviting space where remote workers, freelancers, and students could gather, connect, and find inspiration over a well-crafted latte. Nestled on a quiet…
The SaaS Pricing Trap: Why Most Startups Get It Wrong (and How to Fix It) – Akhil Gorantala
Pricing is one of the most critical yet misunderstood aspects of running a SaaS business. Many founders either undervalue their product, leaving money on the table, or price too high too soon, scaring off potential customers. SaaS pricing isn’t just about picking a number—it’s about understanding customer psychology, market positioning, and revenue scalability. This article…
The Art of Failing Upward: How to Turn Public Embarrassment into Brand Equity – Akhil Gorantala
Failure isn’t the end of the road—it’s a stepping stone to something greater. In today’s hyper-connected world, where every misstep can be broadcast to millions in an instant, the art of failing upward has never been more critical. What if that public embarrassment could be transformed into a powerful asset that builds your brand? In…
From Zero to First Hire: When to Stop Being a Solopreneur – Akhil Gorantala
As a solopreneur, you’ve likely cherished the freedom of running your own show—making every decision, wearing every hat, and basking in the satisfaction of building something from scratch. However, there comes a time when the weight of every responsibility becomes overwhelming, and you start noticing red flags that signal it’s time to expand your team….
Why Your Exit Strategy Should Be Part of Your Business Plan (Even on Day 1) – Akhil Gorantala
When you launch a startup, your energy is naturally focused on product development, customer acquisition, and day-to-day operations. Yet one of the most strategic decisions you can make—even on Day 1—is to incorporate an exit strategy into your business plan. While it might feel premature to plan your exit when you’re just getting started, having…
The Unsexy Side of Entrepreneurship: How to Fall in Love with Logistics – Akhil Gorantala
When you think of entrepreneurship, what comes to mind? For many, it’s the glamor of pitching to investors, creating cutting-edge products, and scaling a startup to unicorn status. But underneath the shiny veneer of innovation lies a less glamorous, yet absolutely indispensable engine of business success: operations. Specifically, the systems that handle invoicing, taxes, compliance,…







