Early stage: initial phase of start-up development

Early-stage refers to the initial stage in the life cycle of a startup, in which the main focus is on product development, market research and the initial validation of the business model. In this phase, startups often seek seed funding to prototype their ideas and test initial market entry strategies. Successfully navigating through the early stage allows startups to lay a solid foundation for future growth, build investor confidence and lay the foundation for scaling their business.