There is this superficial, short-term approach to business that's been trending among our blr startup’s.

The "3 years mey unicorn exit" mentality that's taken over Bengaluru over the last few years.

I have nothing against aiming for rapid growth and making it big. As someone who has built his own business over the past decade I see a big differences in attitudes towards building a business today.

Success is a marathon, not a sprint. Good entrepreneurs have their eyes on the cashflow, knowing that they'll never truly free even after 20 - 30 years.

Meanwhile, Bangalore's startup scene is impatient, with founders wanting to create the next Flipkart overnight. This 'unicorn exit' culture, borrowed from the US ecosystem, is driven by the obsession with quick exits rather than creating something of value.

Everyone wants to be a millionaire and retire the first chance they get.

This mentality is not sustainable. It's about creating value for your customers, employees, and the larger community.

It's about building a legacy and a sustainable business model that can stand the test of time.

India has the potential to lead the world with our entrepreneurs . Good things take time, and we should we prepared to give it all we've got.