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Embark on a spirited and captivating journey with Shivam Ginglani, the visionary founder of Woodsmen, as we revisit the aftermath of his Raiser's Edge episode. In this exclusive follow-up, join Shantanu Deshpande and esteemed guests Pradeep 'Beer' Gidwani (Ex-MD, Fosters, Redbull Asia & Carlsberg India) and Suhasini Sampath (Co-founder, Yoga Bar) as they delve into the current landscape of Woodsmen. Explore the intriguing dynamics of the alcohol industry, gain valuable insights into the business's evolution since its last appearance, and witness a spirited conversation with seasoned experts. It's an episode filled with industry wisdom, entrepreneurial tales, and the unique charm of the Barbershop! 🥃🎙️✨
Dive into the dynamic world of NOISE with founders Gaurav and Amit Khatri as they unravel their journey, starting from selling phone covers to emerging as formidable competitors against tech giants like APPLE and Samsung. Discover the secrets behind their success and how strategic collaborations, including one with Bose, have propelled NOISE to the forefront of the wearable gadgets market. Shantanu explores the entrepreneurial saga that transformed NOISE into a leading player in the industry in this captivating episode.
Dive into the extraordinary life of an early innovator, Anupam Mittal, as he shares the narrative of his fascinating journey. From early milestones that propelled him to multimillionaire status in his 20s to becoming a discerning judge on Shark Tank India, Anupam unveils the intriguing chapters of his life. 🔍 Uncover the layers of Anupam's story, the hurdles he overcame, and the defining moments that crafted his path. Explore the strategic foresight that led him to invest in early-stage start-ups in India, and the insights that led him to create Shaadi.com, Mauj Mobile and more! 💼 This compelling episode is a treasure trove of insights from Shark Anupam Mittal, offering profound perspectives on the dynamics of business and investing in India. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or simply curious about the world of innovation, this conversation promises an enriching exploration into the heart of success and foresight.
In this enlightening episode of Raiser's Edge, join Shantanu as he sits down with the visionary entrepreneur Mudit Vijayvergiya, the brain behind the success stories of Curofy and SBNRI. A graduate from IIT Delhi's 2013 batch, Mudit shares the riveting tale of his entrepreneurial journey, painting a vivid picture of the challenges and victories that come with founding and selling a startup at the age of 28. As the conversation unfolds, delve into the intricate details of Mudit's innovative ideas that have powered his businesses, gaining invaluable insights into the strategies and philosophies that drive successful ventures. The discussion goes beyond the entrepreneurial realm, touching upon the significant role of NRIs in India and the unique solutions offered by SBNRI, catering to a myriad of needs, from banking and taxation to investment and real estate. This episode promises a captivating exploration of entrepreneurship, filled with anecdotes, lessons, and the vibrant spirit that fuels Mudit's ventures. Join us for an enriching dialogue that spans across industries, unveiling the fascinating stories behind the creation and growth of impactful startups.
Welcome to The Barbershop's newest series, Uncut Gems! 🌟 In our premiere episode, we sit down with Akhil Gupta, VP at Treebo as well as Sidharth Gupta, CEO & Co-founder at Treebo to dive into the untold stories of startup heroes who work tirelessly behind the scenes. Discover Akhil's incredible journey, his pivotal role in building Treebo from the ground up, and the lessons he has to impart about resilience and leadership during challenging times.
In this week’s episode of Barbershop, Sunil Agarwal, Founder and Chairman of RSH Global, Parent Company of JOY Personal Care, shares his insights on the dynamic landscape of Indian Businesses! In this episode, we unravel the secrets of sustaining a legacy business in India, explore the evolving landscape of direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands, and delve into why India stands at the brink of an innovation explosion. Sunil Agarwal shares insights on navigating the nuances of FMCG businesses, the challenges and opportunities presented by modern trade, and his perspectives on why the quick commerce trend might not be the golden ticket for everyone. From FMCG insights to the perils of quick commerce, this conversation is a deep dive into the future of the industry. Don't miss out on this enlightening dialogue! Coming Up! 0:00:00 - 0:01:23 Introduction and Sunil’s First Business and Introducing Skin Care products 0:01:24 - 0:12:30 Growing a Business in 80’s-90’s 0:12:31 - 0:15:35 Sunil’s Learnings from Risks and Failures 0:15:36 - 0:18:43 D2C revolutionising Skin Care products in Indian Market 0:18:44 - 0:23:15 Distribution Difficulties and Retailer Economics 0:23:16 - 0:29:45 JOY’s Growth 2004 onwards 0:29:46 - 0:32:57 Identifying Categories and Bottom Boxing Technique 0:32:58 - 0:37:26 Importance of Focus in Growing a Business 0:37:27 - 0:41:33 Homegrown Professional Business and Working with family 0:41:34 - 0:43:57 JOY’s Online Trade and Maximum Profit during Covid-19 0:43:58 - 0:51:09 General Trade v/s Modern Trade v/s Online Trade 0:51:10 - 0:53:40 Will Quick Commerce survive in India? 0:53:41 - 0:58:25 Sunil’s Spirituality Journey and Vision for JOY 0:58:26 - 1:11:00 Diversification of Assets 1:11:01 - 1:18:25 What’s next for JOY? 1:18:26 - 1:24:10 Sunil’s Advice for Budding Entrepreneurs 1:24:11 - 1:31:32
In today’s episode of Barbershop, we're excited to have a conversation with Venky Balasubramanian, Co-Founder and CEO at Plivo, who is a tech wizard and serial entrepreneur, who a remarkable individual with a journey that encompasses everything from coding as a teenager to entrepreneurship in various fields. He share his unique experiences of building and selling AMIBO robots, running a momo business, working in telecom businesses across the globe, and the challenges and triumphs of starting and turning their own SaaS company, Plivo, profitable with $50 Million+ annual revenue in under four years. Join us as we explore these diverse and inspiring stories, filled with personal anecdotes, professional insights, and plenty of laughter. Here's how the conversation unfolds : Coming Up!: 0:00:0 - 0:01:17 Introduction and back to Venky’s teenage life: 0:01:18 - 0:06:04 Venky’s first Start Up: 0:06:05 - 0:13:43 Venky’s college life and founding “Robonence”: 0:13:44 - 0:17:52 Venky’s introduction to Corporate life and Startup culture: 0:17:53 - 0:19:41 Starting a Momo outlet and Clout Kitchen: 0:19:42 0:27:15 Why did Venky quit his job?: 0:27:16 - 0:29:42 Moving to “Huawei” and teachings from Chinese Corporate Culture: 0:29:43 - 0:39:14 Freelancing, Consulting and meeting Michael(co-founder of Plivo): 0:39:15 - 0:51:16 Plivo’s Business Story SIMPLIFIED!: 0:51:17 - 1:04:09 The principle of Reticular Activation: 1:04:10 - 1:05:56 Fund raising for Plivo: 1:05:57 - 1:15:21 Building values and culture at Plivo: 1:15:22 - 1:20:16 Venky’s vision for Plivo: 1:20:17 - 1:23:22 Venky’s advice for budding Entrepreneurs: 1:23:23 - 1:25:35
Dive into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship in this exclusive conversation at the Bombae Pad. Shantanu Deshpande engages in a thought-provoking dialogue with Ruchi Kalra, co-founder of highly successful ventures OfBusiness & Oxyzo. Shantanu and Ruchi discuss working at McKinsey, Ruchi's journey into the startup world, running a business with a partner and many other things! There's a highly interesting audience QnA as well! Gain valuable insights into Ruchi's entrepreneurial journey, the challenges she navigated, and the strategies that propelled her businesses to success. This interview offers a glimpse into the real-world experiences of scaling and managing thriving enterprises. Don't miss this insightful discussion on the nuances of startup life. Here’s how the conversation unfolds : Coming Up!: 0:00:00 - 0:01:25 Introduction: 0:01:26 - 0:03:20 Ruchi Kalra's journey at Oxyzo: 0:03:21 - 0:05:34 Building "Company first" value: 0:05:35 - 0:09:11 Sharing success with Employees: 0:09:12 - 0:16:12 The baggage of success and fear of failure: 0:16:13 - 0:21:14 Ruchi's way of dealing with self-doubt: 0:21:15 - 0:25:00 Ruchi's working dynamics with life partner: 0:25:01 - 0:31:00 Most humbling moment for Ruchi Kalra at Oxyzo: 0:31:01 - 0:36:56 Self-learning and finding mentors: 0:36:57 - 0:43:18 Being vulnerable about problems and turning a hardship into a learning: 0:43:19 - 0:50:19 Culture, communication and vision at Oxyzo: 0:50:20 - 0:55:09 Building a business and achieving milestones: 0:55:10 - 1:00:35 Ruchi Kalra's Words of Wisdom: 1:00:36 - 1:06:55 How to shift from "Advisory" to "Execution"?: 1:06:56 - 1:11:54 Advice for budding entrepreneurs: 1:11:55 - 1:16:50 Difference between traditional business and startup: 1:16:51 - 1:21:27 B2B v/s B2C: 1:21:28 - 1:23:43 Importance of Consultancy in businesses: 1:23:44 - 1:27:28 Challenges faced by Ruchi Kalra: 1:27:29 - 1:30:44 Technology integration in business: 1:30:45 - 1:36:39 Prioritizing tasks on daily basis: 1:36:40 - 1:39:46 Building brands without experience: 1:39:47 - 1:43:35 Conflicts-Resolutions as Co-founders and Life Partners: 1:43:36 - 1:46:22 Growing a Startup: 1:46:23 - 1:50:10
Embark on an insightful journey with Shantanu and Radhika Gupta, MD & CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Funds! Leading a financial services giant with a staggering 1.2 Lakh Crore AUM, Radhika delves into the intricacies of managing public capital and reveals insights about how Indians spend their money. Her narrative unfolds with remarkable moments, from pioneering achievements like selling her first hedge fund at 24 to seamlessly balancing the demands of being CEO with the joys of motherhood. This episode is a panoramic view of Radhika's exceptional career, touching upon milestones, challenges, and the nuances of being a woman at the helm. Join us for a captivating conversation that captures the essence of leadership, resilience, and the unique journey of a trailblazing CEO. Here’s how the conversation unfolds: Introduction: 00:00 - 01:48 Radhika's favourite podcaster: 01:49 - 04:17 Two Indias: 04:18 - 11:07 Middle Class around the world: 11:08 - 13:01 The transition of India's economy: 13:01 - 19:01 How Indian youngsters are managing money and building brands: 19:02 - 41:23 Radhika’s investment process: 41:24 - 56:30 The importance of investment!: 56:31 - 1:01:57 Radhika's journey as a mother and a CEO: 1:01:58 - 1:11:30 Being a woman in the corporate world: 1:11:31 - 1:24:05 The art of being a CEO: 1:24:06 - 1:33:10 Radhika's advice for viewers: 1:33:11 - 1:35:32
Welcome to the Finale episode of Bombay Shaving Company’s Razorpreneur Challenge, a two month long journey in which participants from across India competed to sell the maximum number of razors and become winners of India’s largest sales and entrepreneurship challenge. Meet our winners: Thomas, Dipti, Rahull, Santhosh, Puneeth, Mahesh, Harsh, Abhinav, Dharampal, and Krishna! They represent the main idea of the challenge, which is that the sales skillset is the most important to cultivate if one wants to become an entrepreneur! More than a fancy business degree, our winners showed us that sometimes, all you need is the charisma and enthusiasm to take to the streets. Join us for an insightful discussion as we delve deep into the core of selling fundamentals, exploring what it truly means to be a salesperson in today's dynamic business landscape, and understand these unique individuals and their unique stories. With Shantanu Deshpande (Founder, Bombay Shaving Company) and Aditya Sehgal (Ex Global COO, Reckitt) interacting with our winners, get ready to uncover invaluable insights, strategies, and anecdotes from these trailblazing entrepreneurs who have mastered the art of persuasion and drive in the world of sales. Introduction: 0:00 - 0:58 Shantanu and Adi discuss the Razorpreneur Challenge: 0:59 - 18:30 Welcome Razorpreneurs!: 18:31 - 21:59 Razorpreneurs look back on their journeys: 22:00 - 55:15 Understanding credit, wholesale markets, & other business essentials: 55:16 - 1:07:54 Shantanu speaks about his on-ground sales experience: 1:07:55 - 1:08:52 Concluding advice: 1:08:53 - 1:12:24