How do venture capitalists and angel investors really make money? How do they decide which startups to back, and why do so many businesses fail to secure funding?In this power-packed episode of The @TUFFstory Podcast, host Amit Bhawani and Venu Annamraju sit down with Ajay Jain, a seasoned venture capitalist and angel investor, to decode the real mechanics behind startup investing, valuation, and business success.🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ The Difference Between Venture Capital & Angel Investing – How investment strategies change across different startup stages.✅ Why Business Plans Matter – What VCs and angel investors look for in a startup’s financial projections and assumptions.✅ Startup Valuation & Market Fit – Understanding why some startups get massive funding while others fail to take off.✅ How VCs Make Money – A deep dive into management fees, carry, SAFE notes, and convertible instruments.✅ Common Founder Mistakes – Why copy-pasting Western startup models often fails in India and what investors look for in visionary founders.✅ T-Hub & Startup Incubators in India – How India’s startup ecosystem is evolving and the role of incubators in business growth.✅ Why Mentorship is Crucial – The three things every startup needs: money, customers, and guidance.📊 Additional Insights:How goodwill and trust impact long-term business successThe land vs. stock market investment debate – Where should you put your money?The role of government policies in shaping India’s startup ecosystemHow Indian startups compare to global markets like Silicon Valley & Paris.💡 If you're a startup founder, aspiring investor, or simply interested in India's booming entrepreneurship space, this conversation is a must-watch!🎙️ Tune in now to get an insider’s perspective on startup funding, investment strategies, and building a successful business in today’s competitive landscape.