Two sisters. One business. Total chaos! Ever wondered what REALLY happens when siblings work together?

In this episode, Hinal sits down with her sister to spill the truth about the ups and downs of running a business together. From exposing each other’s secrets to sharing the real downsides (yes, there are many!), they get honest about what works and what definitely doesn’t!

You can expect:

• Hilarious sibling stories

• Teasing, chaos, and drama

• The surprising story behind this podcast

• Tips for surviving (and thriving) in a family business

Chapters:

00:00 Preview

00:51 How is it working with family?

02:37 The downside of working as a family

03:34 Always discussing business

04:37 Friends questioning the business

05:41 Funniest joke on the business

06:32 Being poles apart helps

07:56 Being overprotective of each other

09:10 Getting married and leaving

10:05 Roles reversed

11:46 Working on the podcast together

15:04 Does this have an expiration date?

16:19 Taking leaves and WFH

18:09 Chaotic Never Have I Ever

22:40 Conclusion

About the show:

For the women’s perspective that has long been missing from the world, we are bringing leaders, experts and professionals to voice their experience and insights!

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/thefoundherspodcast_/

https://startinc.in/podcast/

Hinal Mehta, Host

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinalmehta15/

StartInc

https://www.instagram.com/startinc.in/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/startinc/posts/?feedView=all

Mehek Mehta, Guest

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehekmehta12/

https://www.instagram.com/thefoundherspodcast_/

Bollywood sold us a fairytale, but here’s what love in India actually looks like!

In this episode, Naina opens up about everything, from kundli-obsessed parents to the strangest breakup stories. She also shares practical relationship advice that can actually help you navigate love today.

We talk about first date tips that actually work, spotting red flags early, and whether every relationship really needs to end in marriage. If you’re single, taken, or just here for the drama, you’ll love this one!!

Naina Hiranandani is the co-founder of Sirf Coffee, a global bespoke matchmaking service established in 2010. With over a decade of experience in fostering meaningful connections, her perspectives on modern love have been featured in The Times of India, Mint Lounge, GQ, Vogue India and the Economic Times. Drawing on her background in journalism, Naina combines keen observation with deep empathy to navigate the nuanced world of human relationships.

Chapters:

00:00 Preview

01:02 What is love?

01:57 What is compatibility in love?

07:09 Is the end goal marriage?

11:00 Does kundli play a role in marriage?

13:43 Weird request from clients

16:48 Breakup Stories

20:01 Dating disasters and red flags

21:41 First date tips from a matchmaker

27:23 Modern dating terms

31:49 About Sirf Coffee

35:19 Conclusion

About the show:

For the women’s perspective that has long been missing from the world, we are bringing leaders, experts and professionals to voice their experience and insights!

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/thefoundherspodcast_/

https://startinc.in/podcast/

Hinal Mehta, Host

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinalmehta15/

StartInc

https://www.instagram.com/startinc.in/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/startinc/posts/?feedView=all

Naina Hiranandani, Guest

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nainahiranandani/

https://sirfcoffee.com/

It’s a podcast crossover! We’ve got the host of Aleena Dissects on the couch with us.

In this video, Aleena is sharing her top podcasting secrets that have helped her grow her audience. From shooting with Imran Khan, Kalki Koechlin, Orry, Jonty Rhodes and more, to the one episode she chose never to release, Aleena is giving us the full behind-the-scenes.

She also talks about building Social Media Dissects into one of the most-followed marketing platforms, calling out brands without holding back, and why she made the big move to shut her agency and focus completely on podcasting. If you've ever wondered what a podcaster's life is like or how they navigate getting big guests, don't miss this!

Aleena is the founder of Social Media Dissect, a platform that breaks down the best (and worst) of digital campaigns. She’s also the host of Aleena Dissects, a weekly podcast where she sits down with voices from media, marketing, entertainment, and business to curate the sharpest insights and lessons learned!

Chapters:

00:00 Preview

01:24 Two women hosts together

02:00 How to land guests like Orry & Imran Khan?

03:28 How to prepare yourself as a podcaster?

05:51 Shooting with Orry

08:15 Quirks while recording

09:41 Dealing with backlash

12:20 Negative comments on Manav Manglani's episode

14:35 The episode that did not make the cut

16:04 How did Social Media Dissect start?

17:57 How to reach your consumers?

22:28 What helped grow the company?

24:39 Founder Failure

31:39 Rapid Fire

35:20 Conclusion

About the show:

For the women’s perspective that has long been missing from the world, we are bringing leaders, experts and professionals to voice their experience and insights!

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/thefoundherspodcast_/

https://startinc.in/podcast/

Hinal Mehta, Host

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinalmehta15/

StartInc

https://www.instagram.com/startinc.in/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/startinc/posts/?feedView=all

Aleena Dissects, Guest

https://www.instagram.com/aleenadissects/

https://www.instagram.com/socialmediadissect/

How much money does an influencer make?

We got @Aashi Adani on the podcast and made her answer everything! From how much creators make to the messy brand deals that no one talks about, she’s giving us the real tea.☕️

Aashi talks about how she’s built a career through changing trends, algorithm shifts, and the constant pressure to reinvent. Being in the industry for over 11 years now, she speaks on how creators can confidently price their work, build long-term partnerships, and grow a community. Aashi also opens up about the not-so-glamorous side of brand deals falling through and unrealistic expectations, to navigating copycats.

Aashi Adani has been creating content for nearly a decade, starting with blogs and now leading the YouTube & Instagram beauty space with 500K+ followers combined. From honest reviews to trustworthy skincare advice, her audience loves her for keeping it real. She’s also loved by the brands she works with. She was one of 15 creators to represent India at a Garnier Sunscreen launch in Asia. She’s won The Times Power Creator Award in the beauty category.

Chapters:

00:00 Preview

00:47 Introduction

01:40 Aashi's journey

02:36 How has content evolved?

03:41 Red flags for a brand

04:13 First paycheck

06:42 Trend that needs to be banned

07:29 A product to stop your periods??

08:16 Influencers are not doctors

10:08 Funny fan encounters

11:32 How much money do influencers make?

13:17 How do influencers charge for collabs?

15:13 Influencers at Cannes Film Festival

17:46 Deals gone bad

22:59 Collab with Typsy Beauty

25:17 Content getting copied

27:27 Influencer Icks

28:40 Aashi Adani's fans

32:10 What's next for Aashi?

32:29 What we don't know about Aashi

33:29 Conclusion

About the show:

For the women’s perspective that has long been missing from the world, we are bringing leaders, experts and professionals to voice their experience and insights!

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/thefoundherspodcast_/

https://startinc.in/podcast/

Hinal Mehta, Host

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinalmehta15/

StartInc

https://www.instagram.com/startinc.in/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/startinc/posts/?feedView=all

Aashi Adani, Guest

https://www.instagram.com/aashiadani/

https://www.youtube.com/@AashiAdani

Your skin and business plan are about to become so much clearer after this episode!

We sat down with Aakriti and asked her the real questions - WHAT IS SPF and do you need to reapply it so often?? Or are we all just falling for marketing gimmicks🫠

She shares some great tips for clear and healthy skin that don't burn your pocket and are highly effective. It's not all skincare; we also get into the story of building a 100 CR brand in India.

We got into SPF myths, getting listed on Zepto & Blinkit, handling negative reviews, and even how to become an Amazon Choice product. It’s part skin, part strategy, and super fun all the way through.

Aakriti Suri is redefining beauty in India through her two fast-growing consumer brands. She built Gubb, a ₹125 Cr + grooming tools brand, and Happier, an SPF lifestyle brand changing how India thinks about sunscreen. With a focus on holistic beauty, Aakriti is on a mission to build thoughtful, accessible products that empower everyday self-care.

Chapters:

00:00 Preview

00:36 Introduction

00:53 Building a 100 CR company

02:50 Quick Commerce Success

05:40 When should a brand pivot?

07:27 Do you need multiple SKUs to grow?

10:43 How to get listed on Zepto & Blinkit?

14:23 How to make your listings stronger?

16:35 How to become an Amazon Choice product?

19:36 Negative reviews

22:13 Margins while selling online

25:44 Is skincare for men & women different?

29:13 What is SPF?

33:38 How often do you need to apply sunscreen?

386:48 Skincare rapid fire

40:13 Conclusion

About the show:

For the women’s perspective that has long been missing from the world, we are bringing leaders, experts and professionals to voice their experience and insights!

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/thefoundherspodcast_/

https://startinc.in/podcast/

Hinal Mehta, Host

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinalmehta15/

StartInc

https://www.instagram.com/startinc.in/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/startinc/posts/?feedView=all

Aakriti Suri, Guest

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aakriti-suri-09345abb/

https://www.gubbworld.com/collections/shop-all

https://www.behappier.com/collections/all

Can travel give you the best memories of your life? We've got double trouble on the mic for this conversation.

Expect PUNbelievable jokes, chaotic energy, and a whole lot of insight into how life experiences can shape you. We sit down with Priyal & Priyanka, the twin duo behind Organised Chaos and discuss everything from travelling across countries, studying on a ship, volunteering at the Syrian Refugee Camp and organising chaos through their venture!

Packed with puns, chaos, and stories that'll leave you laughing, crying, and questioning everything - this conversation is something you shouldn't miss.

Grab some popcorn and enjoy this masala-filled conversation that is sure to lift your mood!

Chapters:

00:00 Preview

00:43 Introducing the "Priya" guests

01:20 Has your friendship survived a trip?

03:47 Studying on a ship (Semester at Sea)

06:54 Bartending, working at Disneyland & Hollister

10:44 ROMO - Relief of Missing Out

16:22 Growing up with grandparents

20:05 Volunteering at the Syrian Refugee Camp

37:10 Sisters working together - possible?

48:53 Chaotic Conclusion

About the show:

For the women’s perspective that has long been missing from the world, we are bringing leaders, experts and professionals to voice their experience and insights!

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/thefoundherspodcast_/

https://startinc.in/podcast/

Hinal Mehta, Host

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinalmehta15/

StartInc

https://www.instagram.com/startinc.in/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/startinc/posts/?feedView=all

Priyanka Shah, Guest

https://www.instagram.com/thisispshah/

https://www.instagram.com/organisedchaos.ind/

Priyal Shah, Guest

https://www.instagram.com/priyal.s23/

https://www.instagram.com/organisedchaos.ind/

From PPEs to creating a community for the medicos - this is the story of Vanshika Kaji, co-founder of Knya!
This episode is all you need if you are looking for the motivation to start something. Vanshika is a co-founder, mompreneur, Forbes 30U30, wife, and so much more. Working through pregnancy and returning to her desk three months after giving birth, Vanshika shares some powerful insights on what it's like to raise twins and build a business. With a supportive husband/co-founder, she has been able to scale Knya and make it the go-to brand for all healthcare professionals in India.
We discuss everything from inventory issues to mom guilt and having your husband as your co-founder!
Vanshika Kaji is the co-founder of Knya, a medical apparel brand. A fourth-generation textile entrepreneur and mompreneur, she’s redefining workwear for healthcare professionals with comfort, function, and style at the core. In this episode, she shares her journey of building a niche brand that's changing how medics show up to work.
About the show:
The FoundHers Podcast, hosted by StartInc, is a podcast for women in business. This is an unfiltered space where women founders and experts share the raw, untold truths of entrepreneurship.

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/thefoundherspodcast_/
https://startinc.in/podcast/
Hinal Mehta, Host
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinalmehta15/
StartInc
https://www.instagram.com/startinc.in/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/startinc/posts/?feedView=all
Vanshika Kaji, Guest
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanshika-kaji-46054134/
https://knyamed.com/
Gifting Partner for Season 2:
Harkoi - A beauty brand solving problems for Indian skin & hair
https://www.instagram.com/harkoi_life/

How can you use AI in business? Is AI going to replace jobs? Is AI only for tech people?
If you've had these questions and more, this episode is for you. We've got an AI expert and consultant who breaks down AI in simple terms and explains how Chatgpt, Gemini, and Perplexity work. From the Ghibli trend to Chatgpt becoming a therapist for people, AI is so much more than we know.
This episode simply explains what is AI, what the difference is between AR, VR, MR and more. If you have been scared to use AI or are worried about how your data gets used, just watch this episode.
Jisha Nenwani Sharma, founder of Vida, is an AI expert who helps businesses turn technology into profit. From leading global AI upskilling at McKinsey to building game-changing tools in fashion and retail, she’s on a mission to make AI practical, powerful, and revenue-driven. She is building her own AI tech model in the fashion world with virtual try-ons to combat the return issue, which is currently valued as a $300 million problem.
About the show:
The FoundHers Podcast, hosted by StartInc, is a podcast for women in business. This is an unfiltered space where women founders and experts share the raw, untold truths of entrepreneurship.

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/thefoundherspodcast_/
https://startinc.in/podcast/
Hinal Mehta, Host
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinalmehta15/
StartInc
https://www.instagram.com/startinc.in/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/startinc/posts/?feedView=all
Jisha Nenwani Sharma, Guest
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jishasharma/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/stylebyvida/
Gifting Partner for Season 2:
Harkoi - A beauty brand solving problems for Indian skin & hair
https://www.instagram.com/harkoi_life/

What if profit wasn’t just about money but about creating social impact?

In Episode #5 of The FoundHers Podcast, we’re discussing the world of social impact. We’re joined by Beverly Louis, who shares how she balances running an NGO and building a thriving social enterprise, all while staying true to her mission.

Beverly saw what many overlook, that people with disabilities (PWD) aren’t limited by their challenges, they’re limited by opportunities. She realised early on that PWD have the skills to do far more than just art or workshop activities. With the right training, they are just as capable as anyone else. This led her to start initiatives that train and place PWD into companies like PVR, INOX, and Lemon Tree Hotels.

For her, the real "profit" isn’t just money, it's seeing these individuals build independent, fulfilling lives through their own strengths.

In this episode, we break down:
→How to price products for a social enterprise
→What "profit" really means in the social impact world
→How NGOs can collaborate with corporations
→Tips on scaling an NGO

If you're a social entrepreneur, run an NGO, or dream of building a venture that makes a difference then this conversation is packed with insights you don’t want to miss.
Beverly Louis is the co-founder of Mann and Karmann, two ventures focused on disability inclusion. For over 20 years, she’s been training and placing people with disabilities into jobs, and now also runs an apparel and accessories brand powered by the very people she’s helped upskill.

About the show:
The FoundHers Podcast, hosted by StartInc, is a podcast for women in business. This is an unfiltered space where women founders and experts share the raw, untold truths of entrepreneurship.

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/thefoundherspodcast_/
https://startinc.in/podcast/
Hinal Mehta, Host
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinalmehta15/
StartInc
https://www.instagram.com/startinc.in/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/startinc/posts/?feedView=all
Beverly Louis, Guest
https://www.linkedin.com/in/beverly-louis-disabilityinclusion/
https://karmann.co.in/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacYp7mGrbsbfEGX5gsIlqFP_gjky5LCxuUQ8L4xLa2NNDw_uJblfka_NiTVsw_aem_P7yWj422iCw2gaIlUZCmcA
Gifting Partner for Season 2:
Harkoi - A beauty brand solving problems for Indian skin & hair
https://www.instagram.com/harkoi_life/

Can you build a niche and take over the world? Short answer: Yes. Long answer? This episode.
In Lesson #4 of The FoundHers Podcast, we sit down with Anshita Mehrotra, the girl with curls disrupting the haircare industry. She breaks down what it actually takes to build a beauty brand from the ground up.
From market research to funding to scaling - this episode is a playbook on how she turned a niche problem into a $6.81M+ business.
Here's what we discuss:
· Raising VC money & what really happens post-funding
· Customer behaviour in the beauty industry
· The gritty details behind expansion, sampling & distributors
· Should your brand go full throttle on performance marketing?
It’s curly, it’s clever, and it’s packed with insights!
Anshita Mehrotra, founder of Fix My Curls, turned a personal frustration into a thriving brand, now spanning 11 countries in just 5 years. She saw the gap in affordable curly haircare in India and set out to change that with her brand - Fix My Curls. Fix My Curls is a curly & wavy haircare brand - made to help wavy, curly & coily people embrace their natural hair!
Chapters:
00:00 Preview
00:54 Introduction
1:35 Forbes 30U30
2:49 How to apply for Forbes 30U30?
4:34 Building in a niche
7:27 How to pitch to VC's?
10:52 What happens after funding?
13:18 The biggest loss faced
16:34 Is performance marketing a myth?
21:20 Do customers care about sustainability?
24:21 What do customers value in beauty?
25:43 The new influencer: EGC
28:04 How does Q-comm help D2C brands?
31:19 How to scale your business?
34:11 Rapid Fire
36:50 Conclusion

About the show:
The FoundHers Podcast, hosted by StartInc, is a podcast for women in business. This is an unfiltered space where women founders and experts share the raw, untold truths of entrepreneurship.

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/thefoundherspodcast_/
https://startinc.in/podcast/
Hinal Mehta, Host
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinalmehta15/
StartInc
https://www.instagram.com/startinc.in/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/startinc/posts/?feedView=all
Anshita Mehrohtra, Guest
https://www.instagram.com/anshiq/
https://fixmycurls.com/
Gifting Partner for Season 2:
Harkoi - A beauty brand solving problems for Indian skin & hair
https://www.instagram.com/harkoi_life/