Raising Capital for Your Startup
In this episode of ‘No Bullshit Talks’, host interviews Siddhi Mittal, co-founder and co-CEO of YHangry, a platform offering private chefs at home for the same cost as dining out. Siddhi shares insights on overcoming challenges as a female entrepreneur, her journey through various accelerator programs including Y Combinator, and the importance of networking and perseverance.
She also delves into her personal growth, managing co-founder relationships, and her mission to level the playing field for women in entrepreneurship. The episode includes valuable advice for founders on customer focus and innovative outreach strategies.
About Siddhi Mittal
Siddhi Mittal is the co-founder of YHangry, a company which offers affordable access to the luxury of private dining by having private chefs in your home.
With a degree from Columbia in Computer Science and a background in trading, Siddhi pivoted into entrepreneurship quickly by completing a cohort at YCombinator and even featured on Dragon’s Den.
Siddhi’s Socials
🌏 Siddhi’s website: https://yhangry.com
👩🏽💻 Siddhi’s LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/siddhimittal
📸 Siddhi’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/siddhimittal23
In This Episode...
Timestamps
00:00 Building Confidence and Overcoming Rejections
00:36 Introduction to No Bullshit Talks Podcast
01:16 Meet Siddhi Mittal: Co-Founder of YHangry
02:17 Siddhi’s Journey: From India to London
04:21 Cultural Shocks and Personal Growth
08:38 The Birth of YHangry
18:37 Navigating the Startup World
23:44 Accelerators and Dragons’ Den Experience
28:41 Facing the Pressure of Public Speaking
29:25 The Importance of Networking
30:33 Embracing Optimism and Problem-Solving
31:44 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
37:34 The Value of Co-Founders
45:17 Challenges for Female Founders
54:11 Advice for Aspiring Founders
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