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A startup is a company with a new, innovative product that has high potential for success but is risky and enters a new market. These companies usually raise capital through venture capital and are expected to lose money for a few years before reaching breakeven. They may also be acquired by a larger corporation that wants their technology or patents. Examples of startups include SpaceX, Rocket Labs, or Virgin Galactic in the commercial space sector and carbon capture companies like REDD+ or Envion.
Founders of early-stage startups often work long hours, sometimes 60 or more per week. They also have a high degree of stress and are often compensated poorly in comparison to the amount of work they do. However, working at a startup can be extremely rewarding for highly creative individuals and offers the possibility to build something that could change the world. This can be especially true if the company is successful and can be sold for a large sum. However, there are many factors that can lead to a startup’s failure, including inadequate market demand and lack of funding. Some startups are able to raise sufficient capital to survive, while others fold before ever turning a profit. For these reasons, the entrepreneurship community has a reputation for being extremely volatile.
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