The Growth Journal

The Unfiltered Growth Journal.

Real lessons on building a business from scratch. No fluff, no gatekeeping โ€” just what actually works.

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March 27, 2026

Why 80% of Startups Fail in Year One (And the 3 Things That Save the Other 20%)

Most founders focus on product. The ones who survive focus on distribution, pricing, and repeatable sales. Here's the exact framework I use with every new client to avoid the graveyard.

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Aryan Mehta
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