<ul><li>Most startups can't rely on venture capital (VC) funding and need to find alternative ways to fund their startup. This article suggests some smarter ways to get started without giving away ownership or control.</li><li>Start with your own money, personal savings, and hard work to prove your idea and reduce investor risk.</li><li>Borrow money from friends and family as a loan, avoiding giving them equity, and setting clear payback terms.</li><li>Try crowdfunding on platforms like Kickstarter or Indiegogo to test your idea and get validation from early customers.</li></ul>

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