Becoming an entrepreneur had always been a dream for me, but I never imagined how challenging and exciting the journey would be until I actually started my own business. My name is viraj, and I am a first-time entrepreneur who launched a small online startup that connects local handmade product sellers with customers through a simple digital platform . The idea for my startup came during my final year of college. I noticed that many talented people in my community made beautiful handmade products like candles, paintings, and home décor items . However, most of them struggled to sell their products beyond local markets. I realized that an online platform could help them reach more customers. That small observation inspired me to create a website where local creators could showcase and sell their work. Although the idea sounded simple, the journey of turning it into reality was far from easy. One of the biggest challenges I faced was lack of experience. I had never run a business befo...