The document discusses seven strategies for startups and emerging companies presented by Navyug Mohnot, CEO of QAI, at the Nasscom EmergeOut Conclave 2008. The strategies include: 1) Thinking through the business model and stakeholders. 2) Setting bold goals. 3) Recognizing that people are the most important resource. 4) Building a brand from the start. 5) Executing plans thoroughly. 6) Constantly reinventing and redefining. 7) Failing fast to learn. The document also provides background on QAI and its global consulting experience.