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Change with Colton Episode #10 - Deepika Phakke, Founder of Nama Water
Deepika Phakke, founder of Nama Water, shares her journey from experiencing water scarcity as a child in India to starting a sustainable water brand.
She also discusses her work with Street Store, a pop-up store that provides donated clothes to the homeless, and her experience organizing zero-waste events at Google.
She offers tips for aspiring founders in the CPG space, emphasizing the importance of getting started, asking for help, and pursuing passions.
She encourages entrepreneurs to find ways to do things better than what is already being done and to stay persistent and passionate throughout the journey.
Takeaways
1. Water scarcity is a global issue that needs to be addressed, and individuals can make a difference by treating water with respect and reducing plastic waste.
2. Rejection is a part of the entrepreneurial journey, and it's important to persevere and continue making efforts toward your goals.
3. Sustainability is a growing concern, and there are opportunities for entrepreneurs to create more sustainable alternatives in various industries, such as CPG.
4. Getting started is key, and starting as a side hustle is possible while still working full-time.
5. Asking for help and building a supportive community of mentors and supporters is crucial for success.
6. Entrepreneurs will face challenges and setbacks along the way. Passion and persistence are essential qualities for entrepreneurs.
7. Entrepreneurs should focus on doing something better than what is already being done, rather than trying to reinvent the wheel.
8. Finding ways to align personal values with business ideas can create a stronger connection with consumers and build a loyal community.
9. Entrepreneurs should stay open to feedback and continuously iterate and improve their products or services.
10. Gratitude and blessings are important mindset practices for entrepreneurs to maintain a positive outlook and stay motivated.
Connect with Deepika:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepikaphakke/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theluckiestwomanalive/
Nama Water: https://namawater.com/
Nama Water's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nama_water/
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By Colton Kaplan
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Deepika Phakke, founder of Nama Water, shares her journey from experiencing water scarcity as a child in India to starting a sustainable water brand.
She also discusses her work with Street Store, a pop-up store that provides donated clothes to the homeless, and her experience organizing zero-waste events at Google.
She offers tips for aspiring founders in the CPG space, emphasizing the importance of getting started, asking for help, and pursuing passions.
She encourages entrepreneurs to find ways to do things better than what is already being done and to stay persistent and passionate throughout the journey.
Takeaways
1. Water scarcity is a global issue that needs to be addressed, and individuals can make a difference by treating water with respect and reducing plastic waste.
2. Rejection is a part of the entrepreneurial journey, and it's important to persevere and continue making efforts toward your goals.
3. Sustainability is a growing concern, and there are opportunities for entrepreneurs to create more sustainable alternatives in various industries, such as CPG.
4. Getting started is key, and starting as a side hustle is possible while still working full-time.
5. Asking for help and building a supportive community of mentors and supporters is crucial for success.
6. Entrepreneurs will face challenges and setbacks along the way. Passion and persistence are essential qualities for entrepreneurs.
7. Entrepreneurs should focus on doing something better than what is already being done, rather than trying to reinvent the wheel.
8. Finding ways to align personal values with business ideas can create a stronger connection with consumers and build a loyal community.
9. Entrepreneurs should stay open to feedback and continuously iterate and improve their products or services.
10. Gratitude and blessings are important mindset practices for entrepreneurs to maintain a positive outlook and stay motivated.
Connect with Deepika:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepikaphakke/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theluckiestwomanalive/
Nama Water: https://namawater.com/
Nama Water's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nama_water/
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Subscribe to Colton's Newsletter: https://www.coltonkaplan.com/
Connect with Colton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colton-kaplan/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colton.kaplan/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coltonkaplan
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ColtonKaplan
Founder Social Club: https://www.foundersocialclub.com/
WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HSD2EMNkUbs4PlcJKWTpBy
Events: https://lu.ma/foundersocialclub