Conviction: The Key Ingredient for Startup Success

1. Conviction: The Key Ingredient
for Startup Success
Rajeev Bhatta
CTO @ MeritSquad

2. The Problem: A
Dime a Dozen
Ideas
Ideas are common
in the startup
world. What makes
the difference?

3. Conviction: The Unwavering Belief
� Belief in your idea
� Passion to keep
going

4. Why Conviction Wins
� Attracts the right people (co-founders,
employees, investors)
� Helps you persevere through
challenges
� Fosters adaptability to market changes

5. Cultivate Your Conviction
� Deep understanding of the problem & solution
� Talk to potential customers and get feedback
� Surround yourself with positive and
supportive people

6. Belief is Power
Great idea + conviction = powerful
combination
Believe in yourself, your idea, and go
make it happen!