This book is a refreshing new take on start-ups. The author Ramachandran Gopalakrishnan, has drawn on his immense experience and learning’s and painted an extremely realistic picture of start-ups. While delineating his success stories, he has also dwelled on the downside of startups by narrating incidents from his failed ventures. He has painted the canvas of the startup culture with rich hues of anecdotes and his valuable insights. In the modern-day world riddled with entrepreneurial ventures and chest thumping success stories this book acquaints you with this journey in its entirety, thread bare and real. This book without being instructional, judgmental or biased, guides entrepreneurs in their start up journey. GR with all his entrepreneurial wisdom seeks to address the various myths regarding startups. One pertinent one that he dispels is that a successful entrepreneur needs to be armed with great ideas. Successful startups go well beyond just ideas and their categorization into two distinct compartments - good and bad. The nurturing of ideas and adaptation to the modern environment is crucial. An idea, bred in a conducive external and internal environment coupled with the necessary entrepreneurial skills catapults to success in no time or else sinks into quick oblivion never to be resurrected again. It is a must read for all aspiring entrepreneurs as well as those who have started their journey, are mid-way into it, those facing crisis situations or even those who are highly successful. If you want to know ALL about start-ups, start here!

Embark on a thrilling journey through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship with G Ramachandran's compelling memoir, "Sugar and Spice and Everything that’s Not So Nice: A Serial Entrepreneur’s Journey of Start-ups!" Step into the fast-paced world of business innovation as Ramachandran shares his personal story of building multiple start-ups from the ground up. In this engaging memoir, readers will discover the exhilarating highs of success, the daunting challenges of failure, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. Themes of resilience, creativity, and perseverance permeate the narrative, inviting readers to join Ramachandran on his rollercoaster ride through the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship. From the thrill of launching a new venture to the heartbreak of setbacks and setbacks, his story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of determination. Through candid storytelling and insightful reflection, Ramachandran offers readers a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of start-up culture, from the adrenaline-fueled pitches to the late nights spent debugging code. With humor and humility, he shares the triumphs and tribulations of life as a serial entrepreneur, offering valuable insights and practical advice for aspiring business leaders. The overall tone of the memoir is one of optimism and authenticity, as Ramachandran celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit while also acknowledging the harsh realities of the start-up world. With its blend of personal anecdotes, practical wisdom, and inspirational storytelling, "Sugar and Spice and Everything that’s Not So Nice" is a must-read for anyone with dreams of building their own business. "Sugar and Spice and Everything that’s Not So Nice" has earned praise for its engaging narrative, candid insights, and actionable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Critics and readers alike have hailed Ramachandran's memoir as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to navigate the unpredictable waters of start-up culture. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out on your own business journey, "Sugar and Spice and Everything that’s Not So Nice" offers a captivating glimpse into the highs and lows of life as a start-up founder. Grab your copy now and prepare to be inspired, entertained, and empowered by Ramachandran's remarkable story.

~b~>With the winning, upbeat candor that has made her show on of the most popular and honored daytime shows on the air, beloved talk show host and comedian Ellen DeGeneres shares her views on life, love, and American Idol. "I've experienced a whole lot the last few years and I have a lot to share. So I hope that you'll take a moment to sit back, relax and enjoy the words I've put together for you in this book. I think you'll find I've left no stone unturned, no door unopened, no window unbroken, no rug unvacuumed, no ivories untickled. What I'm saying is, let us begin, shall we?" Seriously... I'm Kidding is a lively, hilarious, and often sweetly poignant look at the life of the much-loved entertainer as she opens up about her personal life, her talk show, and more. PRAISE FOR Seriously... I'm Kidding "DeGeneres's amiably oddball riffs on everything from kale to catwalks to Jesus will make fans smile." -- People "Whatever the topic, DeGeneres's compulsively readable style will appeal to fans old and new." - Publishers Weekly "Fans will not be disappointed...[DeGeneres's] trademark wit and openness shine through and through." -- Kirkus/DIVspan

THE SAN FRANCISCO FALLACY IS NOT ABOUT SAN FRANCISCO. Rather, it's about the herd instincts that drive tech companies to set up shop there, and the mistakes these herd instincts lead to. Most importantly, it's about how to avoid making these same mistakes yourself. In The San Francisco Fallacy, serial entrepreneur and venture capitalist Jonathan Siegel looks at the 10 biggest fallacies that run through startup culture. Over his many years launching companies, he's fallen victim to what he now recognizes as a series of common errors, misconceptions that bedevil startups to this day. But he also learned how to sidestep and surmount many of these challenges. After multiple eight-figure exits and other startup successes, Jonathan began to see the deeper fallacies in which his failures took root. His biggest career successes, on the other hand, seemed to come when he and his teams went against the tide and did everything "wrong." This book is an examination of the popular belief system about startups. At its heart is a series of challenges to years of accumulated startup orthodoxy. What emerges is not just a critique but an inspiring call-to anyone trying to build a successful business-for a broader kind of critical thinking.

“[A] new literary genre, the MBA Memoir . . . Delivers 97 pearls of warmth, wit and wisdom from the most inspirational entrepreneur I have ever met.” —Frances Edmonds, bestselling author of Repotting Your Life Called the “Queen of Beauty” and the most influential lone woman to impact the beauty industry since Estée Lauder by the New York Times, Leslie Blodgett’s story is anything but ordinary. As the CEO of BareMinerals, she reinvented how beauty was sold by tapping into the power of community before the idea of social media existed. In 2006, Blodgett took the company public in one of the largest cosmetic IPOs of the decade, and in 2010, the company was acquired for $1.8 billion. Pretty Good Advice is her next chapter. This refreshing book features 97 candid and entertaining insights on business, life, and beauty. Personal and often surprising, Blodgett dishes on leading with humor, why wearing blush and reading obituaries are two of the most optimistic things you can do, and why you owe it to your coworkers not to be boring. Pretty Good Advice is full of frank, actionable advice to help light a fire under you. “If you want to laugh, get totally inspired, learn a bunch and enjoy reading something so engrossing you won’t put it down but you could because it’s written in these amazing one-ish-page chunks, GET IT. Could not be better for right now.” —Jean Godfrey June, Beauty Editor, GOOP “A moving and clear-eyed memoir of an extraordinary life. Charmingly made-up as a how-to guide, Leslie chronicles that life in vivid and memorable lessons that jump off the page.” —John W. Evans, author of Should I Still Wish

… As a professor in IIT Delhi is busy with his love, Biobull, a revolutionary bus that will run on human discharge and provide a somewhat funny, yet, inexhaustible alternate fuel… one of his students is busy with his-a girl thankfully. Tejas Narulas college misadventures and comic entanglements are a result of the twisted hand of Fate. Follow his journey across the nation to his love, aided only by his ingenuity and a trustworthy band of friends.