Coronavirus hasn’t spared anyone. It’s there all over the world. Sadly, coronavirus has affected the startup community as well. Many startup founders are hugely disappointed with the restrictions imposed by the lockdown, which is making them incur huge losses.
If you are one of the early-stage startups who is reading this, let me tell you that we understand how you are struggling hard to make the ends meet in this pandemic crisis. However, looking at the larger picture, there is still scope for you to give back to the society as various funds are being provided to many startup companies to come up with a solution to tackle the emergency.
1) Come up with an idea to fight coronavirus:
We understand that you and your entire team must be home, trying hard to manage your existing company operations. But government is in huge need of talented and innovative tech startups to develop a tool or solutions to curb the COVID-19. You can come up with as simple as an app to create awareness among the common public or launch a website to provide daily updates of your area’s situation. Think about it.
2) Connect with other startup founders and professionals:
You are not alone in this challenging time. There are lakhs or crores of small enterprises who are already sailing the boat along with you. Don’t you think it is the right time to take some advice, strengthen your bond and undertake collective initiatives to manage the crisis?
3) Host free webinars, online ofcourse:
You might already have interesting ideas to monetize your products or services, but can you shift your focus to give something free to the society as well? An online event, webinar, podcast, YouTube video, etc. can be great ways to share your expertise and help people stay motivated in this uncertain period.
4) Be a mentor to those who are in initial stage of their career / startup:
Being an early-stage startup entrepreneur yourself, you would know the hiccups that can act as a roadblock to career growth. You can be that mentor who can play an important role in helping and supporting those earlier stage and more fragile startups by sharing your expertise.
