Baku ID Talks #02 | The Reality of Building a Successful Startup – Orkhan Abbasov

Welcome to the second episode of Baku ID Talks: a podcast where we sit down with founders, investors, innovators, and industry leaders to explore the ideas shaping the future. In this episode, we’re joined by Orkhan Abbasov for a conversation about building startups, working with founders, and what it really takes to turn an idea into a successful business. From common mistakes to business models, fundraising, and go-to-market strategies, Orkhan shares practical insights from his experience working closely with early-stage startups. 🎙️ In this episode: • What separates a good startup idea from a real business • The most common mistakes founders make • Lessons from building companies from the ground up • What founders can unlock through Baku ID • How Baku ID and Azerbaijan’s startup ecosystem have evolved • What the future holds for the region’s innovation ecosystem • An innovation shift that may be seriously underestimated 📍 Baku ID Innovation Festival 17-18 September 2026 | SABAH.city Subscribe to follow Baku ID Talks and discover more ideas, insights, and conversations from the people building the next generation of startups and innovation in Azerbaijan and beyond.