In this insightful TEDx talk, Sameer Sharma challenges the common obsession with rapid growth and scaling in the startup world. Drawing from his own experiences, he explains why success isn’t just about speed, but about how well you grow. Sameer shares his journey from the heart of India’s startup ecosystem to Silicon Valley, revealing the dangers of chasing growth at all costs and the importance of sustainability, profitability, and trust in building long-lasting businesses. His message to young entrepreneurs: focus on fundamentals, not just funding, and create businesses that endure, not just grow fast. Sameer Sharma is a seasoned Indian entrepreneur and the founder of uEngage, a technology platform empowering local businesses—particularly in the food and beverage sector—to launch commission-free ordering apps and engage customers directly. Launched in 2018, uEngage has played a pivotal role in digitizing over 1,000 brands and supporting India’s ONDC initiative. Prior to uEngage, Sameer founded Trideal, which was acquired by Paytm’s LittleApp in 2015, and later co-founded Shoutlo, a hyperlocal deals platform. His professional journey includes roles at HCL and E*TRADE Financial in the U.S., as well as leadership positions at Paytm Mall. Sameer is also an active angel investor supporting early-stage startups. He continues to inspire and mentor emerging business leaders across India. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx