FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about programs, mentoring, books, events and donations.
Books
Are the books signed?
Copies ordered from this website are signed by the author unless you ask otherwise in the order notes.
How long does delivery take?
Orders ship within 2–4 working days and usually reach metro cities in 3–5 days and other locations in 5–8 days.
Do you offer bulk copies for colleges or companies?
Yes — bulk orders of 20 or more get special pricing and can include an author session. Use the contact form and choose "Partner".
Are the books available on Amazon?
Yes, both books are also sold on Amazon. Buying here gets you a signed copy.
Donations
Will I get an 80G tax receipt?
Tick "I need an 80G receipt" and add your PAN and address when donating. Receipts are emailed within 7 working days once the foundation's 80G registration applies to the donation.
Can I donate monthly?
Yes. Choose "Monthly" on the donation form and we will send you a reminder and payment link every month.
How do I know my donation was used well?
Donors receive updates with photos from every drive, and the activities page lists what was done and how many people were reached.
Events
Are events free?
Community meetups and most webinars are free. Workshops and bootcamps are paid and the fee is shown on each event page.
What if I can't attend after paying?
You can transfer your seat to someone else at any time, or move to the next edition if you tell us at least 48 hours before the event.
General
Who is Dr. Vikrant Bhujbalrao?
Dr. Vikrant Bhujbalrao is a Pune-based startup coach, business mentor, investor and two-time Amazon bestselling author. He is the director of YourSarthi, a company that trains, mentors and helps startups raise funds, and leads a founder community and the Vilasi Foundation give-back initiative.
What is YourSarthi?
YourSarthi is a training, mentoring, fundraising and consulting company for startups and aspiring entrepreneurs, run by a small team under Dr. Vikrant's leadership in Pune.
How many founders has he worked with?
He has inspired over 1,00,000 people through talks and workshops, evaluated more than 10,000 startup ideas and personally mentored around 100 founders, with 500+ sessions delivered.
Does he work with founders outside Pune?
Yes. Mentoring and most programs run online as well, so founders anywhere in India — and Marathi-speaking founders abroad — can join.
Which languages are sessions in?
English, Marathi and Hindi. Most sessions mix languages so everyone in the room is comfortable.
How do I book a discovery call?
Use the "Book a discovery call" button on any page, call +91 85304 23232, or message on WhatsApp. The first call is free and takes about 20 minutes.
Programs
Which program should I start with?
If you haven't started yet, begin with Be Your Own Boss or the Idea Validation clinic. If you are already running a business, Founder's Friend 1-on-1 mentoring is the better fit.
Do I need a business idea to join Be Your Own Boss?
No. Many participants join to find out whether entrepreneurship is right for them. The program helps you generate and test ideas too.
Is the founder community really free?
Yes. The fortnightly community meetup is a not-for-profit initiative with no charges, open to anyone who believes in the power of togetherness.
Can I pay in instalments?
For longer programs, instalment options are usually available. Ask during your discovery call.
Still have a question?
Call +91 85304 23232 or send a message — we usually reply the same day.
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