Exploring Minds

About Guest -

Kishore Biyani is the founder and Group CEO of Future Group. Widely credited as the pioneer of the modern retail industry in India, Kishore Biyani is a mentor and role model for many Indian entrepreneurs and a thought leader in Indian business.

Over the past two decades, he has created and led some of India's most popular retail chains like Big Bazaar, Central, Brand Factory, Foodhall, fbb, among others. Over time, various retail chains like Nilgiris, Aadhaar, Easyday, Heritage, HyperCity and others have also become part of Future Group. These retail chains are present in more than 250 cities across India and attract over 500 million customer footfalls annually. Simultaneously, he has also led the creation of a wide portfolio of consumer goods brands in fashion, food and electronics, distributed through the group's retail chains and various other modern retail networks in the country. The group also made substantial investments in technology, analytics, food processing, logistics and warehouse networks, provides mentorship and investments to many Indian entrepreneurs and brands and operates joint ventures with Clarks, Generali Group, and Hidesign, among others.

A believer in the group’s corporate credo, ‘Rewrite Rules, Retain Values,’ Kishore Biyani considers Indianness as the core value driving the group. His autobiography, ‘It Happened In India,’ has been translated into a number of languages. Kishore Biyani was born in August 1961 and is married to Sangita Biyani. They live in Mumbai with their daughters, Ashni and Avni.

Credits:

Host: Shivank Joshi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivankjoshi-2001/

Video Editor: Abhishek Tiwari - https://www.linkedin.com// abhishek-tiwari-599546244

Thumbnail: Rudra

Timestamps:

00:00 Teaser

01:57 What's keeping KB busy? His Readings, Interests and New Passion.

03:52 His new venture Broadwaylive.com and thesis of Experiential Commerce.

06:11 Trend of second-time Founders & Selling to Rich vs Selling to Poor.

08:40 Kishore Biyani and Podcasts and learnings from @rajshamani & @RanveerAllahbadia .

11:27 Building a Brand in the Times of Shorter Attention Spans.

13:16 Kishore Biyani's Venture Studio and Celebrity Brands & Personality of Krishna vs Ram.

18:51 Have you worked on your brand? State of Joyfulness & Experience of Writing a Book 16 years ago.

21:51 What does it take to stay relevant? Highs and Low in Life in India vs China.

23:53 Bharat Darshan & Understanding India, Society and Young Generation and Belief System.

28:58 Business of Temples & Personalities of Indian Gods.

31:26 Wealth Creation, Happiness and Liquidity Issues.

34:44 Highs and Lows of Big Bazaar.

37:28 Amazon vs Relience Fight for Future Group.

39:00 Kolkata and understanding cities.

42:32 Shall we think big or small is beautiful?

44:55 Prediction Fashion & Future and Reading Patterns.

47:38 Learning Hiring from Mahabhratha. Krishna vs Ram vs Dhuryodhana vs Ravana.

49:15 Is interviewing a skill? @rajshamani vs @RanveerAllahbadia vs @nikhil.kamath

51:00 Why Korean Pop culture is becoming popular?

52:31 Understanding Debt.

54:10 Patterns in Successful People & Art of Story Telling.

55:55 Favourite Marketeer of KB.

56:35 Understanding Competition & The Art of War.

57:10 DMart & Radha Kishan Damani.

58:25 How to construct a strong Balance Sheet?

1:00:30 Interesting People KB has met & Patterns in Successful People.

1:02:22 Learnings from Rajesh Jhunjhunwala sir.

1:03:50 Meeting Ambanis.

1:05:10 Can quick commerce be disrupted?

1:06:45 How to Build Relationships?

1:10:30 Skills sets of Institutional Building - 0 to 1, 1 to 10 and 10 to 100.

1:11:50 Theory of Time Pass.

1:13:10 What has the NCLT Insolvency process taught you?

1:13:50 Movies Recommendation.

1:14:30 KB's Fatal Flaws.

1:15:10 One thing KB has a contrarian view on.

1:16:35 One Belief that you have recently changed in life.

1:18:45 Point of Wealth after which everything is sorted in India.

Disclaimer:

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s and host's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Exploring Minds. The material and information presented here are for general information and educational purposes only. The name of products, companies and institutions and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. The content presented in this video is intended for informational and educational purposes only. This content's creators, producers, and distributors want to clarify that no copyright or intellectual property infringement is intended.

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About Guest

Saurabh Mukherjea is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Marcellus Investment Managers. Saurabh was educated at the London School of Economics where he earned a BSc in Economics (with First Class Honours) and an MSc in Economics (with distinction in Macro & Microeconomics). In London, Saurabh was the co-founder of Clear Capital. Prior to setting up Marcellus, Saurabh was the CEO of Ambit Capital. Saurabh is a Founding Director of the Association of Portfolio Managers in India, a trade body. He continues to be part of multiple SEBI working groups whose role is to review and reform the rules governing portfolio management in India.

Credits:

Host: Shivank Joshi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivankjoshi-2001/

Editor of Video and Thumbnail Abhishek - https://www.linkedin.com// abhishek-tiwari-599546244

Timestamps:

00:00 Teaser

01:07 Books Saurabh is reading nowadays and on his bucket list.

03:50 Qualitative and quantitative approach to understanding Management of a Company.

07:16 Saurabh's Investing Framework & John Kay's IBAS Competitive Advantage Framework.

11:10 How can a 22-year-old build a competitive advantage in commoditized and make an impact?

13:12 How do you gain insights about a business while travelling?

15:06 Art of Story Telling & Learnings from Warren Buffet & Narendra Modi.

24:17 Learning from Wrong Bets & Mistakes.

25:55 AI, Productivity and it's Impact on Investing.

27:26 How do billionaires get insights? Common traits of Rich People.

30:11 Saurabh's fascination with Chanakya, Abraham Lincoln, Gandhi Ji, Nandan Nilekani & Rahul Dravid.

32:33 Certain things Saurabh derives pleasure from?

33:41 What is Saurabh teaching his kids?

Disclaimer:

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s and host's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Exploring Minds. The material and information presented here are for general information and educational purposes only. The name of products, companies and institutions and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. The content presented in this video is intended for informational and educational purposes only. This content's creators, producers, and distributors want to clarify that no copyright or intellectual property infringement is intended.

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About Guest: Shiv Shankar Menon is a seasoned diplomat, former National Security Advisor of India to the Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. He has been foreign secretary steering foreign policy during a transformative period and has held various ambassadorial positions, including in China, Israel, and Pakistan.

In this insightful conversation we've discussed the complexities of international relations, leadership, strategic affairs and the evolving global dynamics. He offers insights into China's distinct philosophical and cultural history. Mr. Menon sheds light on how these factors influence its governance and international behavior.his experiences with leaders like Dr. Manmohan Singh and Atal Bihari Vajpayee, he shares invaluable lessons on leadership, integrity, and prioritizing national interest over personal or political gains. With decades of experience in diplomacy. He shares his wisdom on navigating power dynamics, the limitations of hard power, foreign affairs and the importance of strategic autonomy.

Whether you're interested in global politics, aspiring to be a leader, or looking to understand how international affairs shape our world, this podcast offers valuable lessons and thought-provoking insights.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Teaser

00:01:57 - Becoming a Global Citizen

00:06:36 - Balancing Globalization and Nationalism

00:10:07 - China's Cultural and Historical similarities and differences

00:11:35 - How he got into China internal politics

00:18:13 - Navigating Power Imbalances

00:19:48 - The Limits of Hard Power

00:30:02 - Changes in China's Behaviour

00:34:20 - Preparing for Uncertainty

00:44:26 - India's Consistent Foreign Policy

00:47:14 - Turning Uncertainty into Opportunity

00:51:10 - Leadership Lessons from Indian Prime Ministers

00:55:43 - The One Question Great Leaders Ask

01:02:30 - The Role of AI in Diplomacy

01:03:12 - AI vs. Human Judgement in Negotiations

01:06:19 - Technology's Impact on Wealth and Power

01:14:56 - Separating Work and Personal Life

01:17:43 - The Value of Reading Widely

Credits:

Host: Shivank Joshi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivankjoshi-2001/

Thumbnail: YaaS

Video Editing: YaaS

Support: Zerodha ( https://zero1byzerodha.com/network )

Disclaimer:

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the speaker and host are their own and do not represent those of the Exploring Minds platform. The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. All product and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners, and their use does not imply any endorsement or opposition.

#foreignpolicy #indiansecurity #internationalrelations #ShivShankarMenon #Diplomacy #Leadership #Globalization #Nationalism #China #India #Power #Dynamics #AIinNegotiation #Technology #Power #StrategicAutonomy #PersonalGrowth

About Guest:

Ankit Mehta is the Co-Founder and CEO of IdeaForge Technology, a trailblazer in the Indian drone industry. Starting as a college project with three friends at IIT Bombay, through multiple failures and experiments, IdeaForge grew into a major player in the drone industry. The company’s IPO debut nearly doubled its investors' wealth, listing at an impressive 94% premium over the issue price.

In this insightful conversation, Ankit shares how the support of professors and the IIT ecosystem played a crucial role in their success and why he believes “Debt is Death,”. He also shares valuable insights on sustaining new technology, working with the government, and the challenges of going public.

If you want to understand the journey of building a tech company from scratch, and leading innovation in an evolving industry, entrepreneurship, and the drone revolution, this episode is a must-watch!

Timestamps:

00:00 - Teaser

01:59 - VTOL Technology | Startups that began in college

03:10 - Craziest memory of IIT Bombay | How the journey to making drones began

06:32 - How IIT Bombay supported and played a crucial role in building IdeaForge

09:15 - How did IdeaForge get its first customer?

10:55 - How to sustain while building new technology

12:18 - New technology is often perceived as fun, not a utility | Lack of awareness

15:15 - How working with the government differs from the private sector

18:15 - Evolution of drone technology | Innovation and revolution in the industry

26:51 - Practical approach to entering the drone industry | How to start the journey

28:55 - How IdeaForge pioneered VTOL technology in India

32:25 - Most challenging decision: Debt is equal to death

34:05 - When was the right time to go public and have an IPO?

35:35 - What can you do to stay relevant in the future?

36:21 - Future predictions by Ankit Mehta

37:55 - What changes when you go public?

40:01 - Rapid Fire: Quick insights from Ankit Mehta

40:40 - Five people who shaped Ankit Mehta's life

41:20 - Meaningful friendships in Ankit Mehta's journey

42:18 - How did Ankit meet his co-founders?

43:40 - How to pursue ideas? The story behind IdeaForge

44:40 - What brings real happiness to Ankit Mehta?

45:29 - How does Ankit Mehta think differently?

46:21 - What’s one thing on Ankit Mehta's wishlist?

Credits:

Host: Shivank Joshi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivankjoshi-2001/

Thumbnail: YaaS

Video Editing: YaaS

Support: Zerodha ( https://zero1byzerodha.com/network )

Disclaimer:

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the speaker and host are their own and do not represent those of the Exploring Minds platform. The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. All product and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners, and their use does not imply any endorsement or opposition.

#AnkitMehta #IdeaForge #DroneTechnology #IITBombay #IPO #WealthCreation #ExploringMinds #Entrepreneurship #ShivankJoshi #Drones #Innovation #HowToGetRich #Podcast #HindiPodcast

About Guest -

Raamdeo Agrawal is the Chairman and Co-founder of Motilal Oswal Financial Services, a prominent financial services firm established in 1987, specialising in Indian equity capital markets and research. Raamdeo Agrawal and his business Partner Mr Motilal Oswal, spread their businesses in Retail Broking and Distribution, Institutional Equities, Asset Management Company, Private Wealth, Investment Banking, Private Equity & Home Finance.

As Chairman of Motilal Oswal Asset Management Company, Agrawal has been a key architect of the “QGLP” (Quality Growth Longevity & Favourable Price) Investment Framework and the ‘Buy Right, Sit Tight’ investing philosophy. His leadership has significantly influenced the group’s research initiatives, with Agrawal taking charge of the annual Motilal Oswal Wealth Creation Study since its inception in 1996.

Raamdeo Agrawal is a qualified Chartered Accountant and has been in equity investing for the past 4 decades. His insights and expertise have been featured on ‘Wizards of Dalal Street on CNBC TV18.’ Agrawal’s co-authorship of the book “Corporate Numbers Game” in 1986 and his solo work “The Art of Wealth Creation” showcase his commitment to sharing financial knowledge.

As an influential figure in finance, Raamdeo Agrawal continues to shape the industry through his thoughtful insights and dedication to wealth creation studies. Mr Agrawal has released Annual Wealth Creation Studies for the past 28 years.

Credits:

Host: Shivank Joshi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivankjoshi-2001/

Video Editor: Abhishek Tiwari - https://www.linkedin.com// abhishek-tiwari-599546244

Thumbnail: Rudra

Timestamps:

00:00 Teaser

01:21 What would you do if you were 22 again?

03:33 Learnings from Warren Buffett & Price vs Value.

03:53 How to understand the value of a company or stock? Understanding Price to Earning (PE).

08:55 Any Company is like a piece of Art.

10:10 Negative 10 lakhs to 30 Crores & Harshad Mehta offered to become a business partner.

11:58 Controlling Greed & Fear in Market & Cyclic nature of Market.

16:22 Behavioural aspect of Stock Market.

18:15 How do you judge promoters and founders? & How Success Breeds Success?

22:16 Story behind Raamdeo's biggest bet - Hero Honda Stock.

26:55 People with Integrity, Non Replicability of Business.

31:21 Why people don't make money even after you have shared your secret?

33:19 Meeting & Learning Warren Buffett & His best friend Sanjay Bhattacharya.

36:36 How to build an institution & importance of Capital Allocation.

40:36 How do you think long term and about the future?

43:10 Art of delegating, choosing people, culture and taking people together.

48:19 Biggest problem with MBA folks & Best Career Advice!

50:00 - Having clarity of what you want to do in life? & Starting a business without Capital.

51:44 - Serendipitious story of Meeting Motilal sir and starting the business together in his name.

55:57 - The biggest challenge & lowest point in the 4-decade journey of Raamdeo Agrawal sir.

59:10 - Raamdeo's biggest fear.

59:48 - Power of Compounding, Rule of 72 & Secret of Raamdeo's secret of wealth.

1:03:08 The one equation to get rich + How will Motilal Oswal become a 100 billion dollar company?

1:05:36 Relation between Wealth and Happiness.

1:07:50 Please learn the power compounding to get rich.

1:12:35 Story of buying AU Bank & How to find best stocks?

1:17:00 Books that changed his life?

1:18:55 Story of failing 5 times in CA.

1:20:09 Raamdeo's best friend and mentor.

1:21:20 Raamdeo's predicts future.

1:23:00 What are you contrarian about?

1:26:15 What are you teaching your kids?

1:29:00 Read these 3 books to get started in the Stock Market.

Disclaimer:

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the speaker and host are their own and do not represent those of the Exploring Minds platform. The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice.

About Guest:

Mr Mukul Agrawal, founder and chairman of Param Capital and Founder and Trustee at Plaksha University, is a successful capital market investor with over three decades of experience and has in-depth knowledge of the economy and politics and advises leading companies from time to time. He is also associated with reputed social institutions in healthcare and education.

In this episode Mr Mukul Agrawal shares about Harshad Mehta's impact on the Indian stock market, his trading journey starting in the grey markets of Bombay in the early 80s and 90s, the birth of NSE, future predictions for India, how to take risks in life, buying luxury apparel as a teenager, and much more.

Date of Recording: September 2022

Location: Plaksha University

Timestamps:

00:00 Teaser

01:19 Introduction

01:55 Once a Mumbaiker always Mumbaiker

04:30 Crashing Bollywood Parties and the Rich Mindset

08:40 College Experience, Bombay Land Crises and Dealing with Goons

11:55 Introduction to Stock Markets and Mr Harshad Mehta's Effect

14:50 Old Open Outcry System, and Breaking of Broker's Monopoly

16:00 Graduating from Grey Markets to Trading to Investing

18:11 Starting of NSE in 1994, 8 Years of Bear Market and Investing Mindset

25:35 Mukul Sir's Investment Thesis

28:43 Intuition in Investing

29:58 Do you diversify your investments?

32:02 Mukul Sir's biggest risks in Life?

33:18 Top 3 Investing Advice to Young Folks

41:44 How to find multi-baggers?

42:55 Priorities in Money and Relationship with Money over the Years

45:45 Can money buy happiness?

47:07 Lessons from struggles and teaching your kids?

49:52 Your desperation to be successful?

51:10 Female Traders

53:58 Amitabh Bachchan Example

54:55 What are you teaching your kids? Cricketers Social Media

57:38 Vision for India and What's your next move?

1:02:00 If you are sent back to your 20s?

1:02:55 Rapid Fire

Disclaimer:

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s and host's own and do not representthe views, thoughts, and opinions of the Exploring Minds. The material and information

presented here is for general information and educational purposes only. The name of products, companies and institutions and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. The content presented in this video is intended for informational and educational purposes only. This content's creators, producers, and distributors want to clarify that no copyright or intellectual property infringement is intended.

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About Guest:

Hemant Jalan, Co-Founder of Indigo Paints, starting at a bankrupt venture after a decade in business, Hemant Jalan decided to start fresh in his 40s, driven by his unshakeable entrepreneurial spirit. He has a unique journey marked by innovation, resilience, and success. From his early days at IIT Kanpur, studying Chemical Engineering sharing college memories, to Stanford and life in USA, and consulting at AF Ferguson, Hemal shares insights into his life and career. He discusses pivotal lessons from working at Aditya Birla, navigating business challenges in Patna, and handling financial struggles.

Hemal reveals the story of founding Indigo Paints, collaborating with Sequoia Capital, and pioneering branding and marketing innovations in the industry. As he shares lessons from working with business giants like Anil Agarwal at Sterlite, Hemal’s experiences offer a masterclass in navigating company culture, leveraging data analytics, and taking a company through the IPO journey. For aspiring entrepreneurs, this conversation is packed with advice and personal insights that can inspire new beginnings and strategic growth.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Teaser

00:02:00 - Experience at Stanford University

00:04:35 - Joining AF Ferguson and Early Consulting Projects

00:07:45 - Learning from Aditya Birla

00:10:45 - Importance of Company Culture

00:13:25 - Returning to Patna and Business Challenges

00:16:00 - Lessons from Business Failure

00:19:20 - Handling Financial Difficulties

00:23:50 - Working at Sterlite and Learnings from Anil Agarwal

00:26:30 - Starting Indigo Paints

00:30:00 - Growth Strategies and Sales Motivation

00:33:15 - Bringing in Sequoia Capital as an Investor

00:35:00 - Branding and Marketing Innovations

00:37:30 - Leveraging Data Analytics

00:40:00 - Understanding Regional Preferences

00:42:15 - Navigating the IPO Journey

00:44:30 - Emphasizing Corporate Governance

00:46:00 - Advice to Future Entrepreneurs

00:48:15 - Personal Insights and Passions

00:50:00 - Optimism for India's Future

Credits:

Host: Shivank Joshi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivankjoshi-2001/

Thumbnail: YaaS

Video Editing: YaaS

Support: Zerodha ( https://zero1byzerodha.com/network )

Disclaimer:

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the speaker and host are their own and do not represent those of the Exploring Minds platform. The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. All product and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners, and their use does not imply any endorsement or opposition.

#HemantJalan #IndigoPaints #Entrepreneurship #ComebackStory #IPOJourney #Resilience #BusinessLessons #ExploringMinds #ShivankJoshi #IITAlumni #StanfordUniversity #Branding #DataAnalytics #Podcast

About Guest:

Anand Jain is the Co-founder of CleverTap, a mobile marketing platform that's transforming the way brands engage with their customers and run advertising campaigns. With a background in technology and a relentless passion for innovation, Anand’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and vision. In this podcast, Anand dives deep into his journey through the life of an entrepreneur who went from tinkering with old electronics to building successful tech ventures across the globe! 🚀 From founding his first company at just 16, to navigating the complexities of scaling CleverTap in a competitive global market. Journey of hustling as a teenager from streets of Ahmedabad to landing in Silicon Valley.

He also shares his approach to leadership, building strong teams, the power of curiosity in driving innovation and staying ahead of the curve in an ever-changing digital world. Tune in for insights on entrepreneurship, technology, and personal growth.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Teaser

00:01:51 - How a young boy went from struggling in school to founding a company at just 16!

00:07:14 - From train doors to building tech—how grit and hustle led to entrepreneurial success.

00:10:14 - The ‘underdog’ journey—how a no-degree, no-experience kid landed his first big break in the tech world.

00:14:00 - What happens when you're thrown into leadership? Find out the power of owning your failures.

00:16:14 - From fixing computers to discovering software: how tech was the ticket out of a small-town struggle.

00:21:29 - Taking the leap from India to the U.S.—How one techie learned that 'I don’t know' is the first step to greatness.

00:24:55 - How failure in the U.S. turned into one of the biggest lessons in leadership.

00:27:05 - The hustle and grind behind a successful tech project—And the mentors who shaped the journey.

00:30:56 - China’s tech boom and what India can learn from it. (Hint: It’s not just about technology!

00:38:00 - Building a foodie platform before Zomato—what BURP taught us about market timing and innovation.

00:43:06 - From foodies to startups: The untold story of how community-driven platforms work.

00:46:23 - Jio, Reliance, and the next big digital leap in India—Insider stories you don’t hear every day.

00:52:14 - What makes a great co-founder? The untold secrets of building the perfect startup team.

Credits:

Host: Shivank Joshi -   / shivankjoshi-2001  

Thumbnail: YaaS

Video Editing: YaaS

Support: Zerodha ( https://zero1byzerodha.com/network )

Disclaimer:

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the speaker and host are their own and do not represent those of the Exploring Minds platform. The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. All product and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners, and their use does not imply any endorsement or opposition.

About Guest -

Dr Velumani PhD, born in 1959 was an Entrepreneur who disrupted the Indian Diagnostic Industry in terms of Quality, Cost, Speed, Reach, Systems and Scale. Having walked a majestic journey from a small “ village” to the National Stock Exchange, his unique journey has given him unique life experiences. He is now a mass mentor for aspiring entrepreneurs and he is passionate about energizing, empowering, entertaining and motivating common man in general and entrepreneurs in particular to live a focused impactful and happy life. All money he gets for doing his events, doubled by him, goes to “Charity”.

He is a BSc in Chemistry from the University of Madras and has an MSc in Biochemistry from the University of Bombay and a PhD in Thyroid Physiology from the University of Bombay. He has over 35 years of experience in diagnostics Research and Business. After 15 years of experience in Thyroid Biochemisry Research at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre – BARC Mumbai, He started Thyrocare in 1995. Using a unique business model in a focused Biochemistry back end laboratory, he has built an organization which got listed in National Stock Exchange in May 2017, with a stellar oversubscription of 74 times. He is also MD of Nueclear Healthcare Limited, which is a Radiology vertical, that focuses on Cyclotrons and PETCT for diagnosing and monitoring in Oncology.

Credits:

Host: Shivank Joshi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivankjoshi-2001/

Video Editor: Abhishek Tiwari - https://www.linkedin.com// abhishek-tiwari-599546244

Thumbnail: Rudra

Timestamps:

00:00 Teaser

Disclaimer:

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s and host's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Exploring Minds. The material and information presented here are for general information and educational purposes only. The name of products, companies and institutions and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. The content presented in this video is intended for informational and educational purposes only. This content's creators, producers, and distributors want to clarify that no copyright or intellectual property infringement is intended.

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Mr. Nitin Jain, an IIT Delhi alumnus and silver medalist, shares his riveting journey as the co-founder and CBO of OfBusiness, a B2B commerce and fintech unicorn startup in India. He reflects on his college days at IIT Delhi, his seven-year stint at the Royal Bank of Scotland, and then moving on to co-found OfBusiness in 2015. Nitin discusses the unique challenges and triumphs in building the company, his deep-rooted passion for technology, and the creation of a profitable business model by combining commerce and finance. OfBusiness is a shopping website that offers raw materials such as steel, pulses, and textiles to businesses. It also exports food and apparel to clients such as Lulu, Costco, and Tommy Hilfiger

The conversation delves into insights about the initial struggles of starting a business, scaling operations, and the importance of adaptability and introspection. Nitin also offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the need for constant upskilling and staying persistent. Don’t miss the rapid fire it’s fab!

Timestamps

00:00 Teaser

01:27 College Days and Nickname Stories

02:37 Extracurricular Activities and Memories

04:29 Entrepreneurial Batchmates

05:40 First Job and Career Choices

08:37 Investment Banking Insights

16:38 Meeting Co-Founder Ashish

21:56 Starting a B2B Business

25:43 Early Challenges and Growth

30:10 Starting O Agri farm and innovations

39:08 How do you do sales? Red flags in clients | Scaling the Business

46:42 Breaking the Ice with Clients, Challenges in Collections, Leveraging Technology for Efficiency

51:15 Geographical and Sector Expansion

52:54 Profitability and Fundraising | Learning from on ground mistakes

55: 40 Negotiation and Acquisition Strategies

58: 07 Preparing for IPO

01:01:14 Rapid Fire Round and Balancing Personal and Professional Life

Credits:

Host: Shivank Joshi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivankjoshi-2001/

Thumbnail: YaaS

Video Editing: YaaS

Support: Zerodha ( https://zero1byzerodha.com/network )

Disclaimer:

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the speaker and host are their own and do not represent those of the Exploring Minds platform. The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. All product and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners, and their use does not imply any endorsement or opposition.