Not every founder finds the right investor. Not every investor bets on the right founder. In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome a BarberShop veteran, Kapil Chopra (Founder - EazyDiner and The Postcard Hotel). But this time, he is not alone. Joining him is his first ever investor and his very good friend, Deepak Shahdadpuri (Managing Director, DSG Consumer Partners). Why did Kapil and Deepak take 8 years to finally start a business together? Find out in this episode. This isn’t just an entrepreneurial conversation. It’s a masterclass on the kind of investor-founder friendship required for businesses to thrive even when the going gets tough. Takeaways from this episode:

• What do investors look for in a founder during a pitch?
• Why did Deepak NOT invest in Bombay Shaving Company?
• How to identify your Product-Market-Fit in a crowded market.

Kapil and Deepak’s story is a great reminder of why it matters who you surround yourself with. Who is that friend in your life you’d love to build a business with?

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00:00 Coming up

01:00 Introduction

06:37 Founder-Investor Friendship

11:53 How did Kapil Identify Market Opportunities

14:46 The Evolution of Consumer Brands in India

17:21 Founding story of Sula

23:13 The Future of Consumer Brands in India

27:37 Veeba Funding Story

29:55 Why and how did Deepak Invest in EazyDiner

33:00 Finding the Right Investor-Founder Dynamics

38:00 How to Navigate Startup Challenges

53:53 Evolution of Investments in India

01:05:41 Maturity of Family Offices in India

01:17:28 The Art and Commerce of Consumer Brands

01:41:40 Importance of Aligning Incentives for Long-Term Success

02:01:33 Challenges in the Startup Ecosystem and Corporate Governance

02:05:46 How to Find the Right Fit in Teams

02:06:17 The Importance of Cultural Fit

02:10:15 Opportunities in Travel and Hospitality

02:17:09 Culinary Diversity and Innovation in India

02:21:16 Closing Thoughts

Mokobara was rejected 33 times.

And now they’ll beat legacy brands in their own game within 6 years. Something the biggest brands took 44 years to do!

That’s the thing about great entrepreneurs. They don’t give up.

In this episode, we are joined by three of Shantanu’s closest friends. Sangeet Agrawal, Founder at Mokobara, Navin Parwal, Co-Founder & CMO at Mokobara, and Manu Chandra, Founder and Managing Partner at Sauce.vc came together to uncover the power of aspirational hungry India.

Mokobara is on a mission to redefine travel for India, designing luggage that feels world-class. But with ambition comes scrutiny.

Recently, they faced backlash over claims of white-labeling and premium pricing. Instead of backing down, they flipped the script by dropping a non-apologetic comeback, launching a discount code named WHITELABEL on their latest Naruto collection. Through this episode, Sangeet and Navin, along with their friend and investor Manu Chandra also put down the curtains on the unnecessary controversy finally.

Major takeaways from the episode:

- Sangeet and Navin finally address their controversy.

- How fast Mokobara grew in 6 years, something Safari took 44 years to do.

- Why Indian brands need to build high-quality products and take them to the global market.

- A secret BSCxMokobara product launch.

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a design enthusiast, or just someone who needs to hear a story of resilience today, this episode is for you!

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00:00 Coming Up

01:15 Introduction

06:06 The Dichotomy of Founders: Passion vs. Market Analysis

12:02 Cultural Exports: Lessons from Korea

18:10 The Evolution of the Indian Consumer

21:08 The Importance of Passion in Entrepreneurship

23:52 The Dynamics of Brand Building and Design

26:45 The Role of Community and Support in Business

29:57 The Journey of Growth and Resilience

32:59 Creating Products with Purpose and Identity

41:21 Building a Consistent Brand Identity

42:10 Navigating Product Life Cycles and Manufacturing

43:35 Philosophy of Timeless Design

45:30 Evolution of a Travel Lifestyle Brand

46:58 Balancing Focus and Scale in Business

49:02 Expanding into Global Markets

50:39 Creating an Exceptional Retail Experience

54:57 Importance of Offline Presence

01:00:11 The Role of Design in Brand Experience

01:02:39 The Impact of Retail on Digital Performance

01:09:10 Lessons from Adversity in Business

01:21:46 Importance of Patience in Building Brands

01:23:39 Valuation Challenges in Entrepreneurship

01:24:20 Understanding Business Valuation and Investment

01:26:18 The Risks of Overvaluation

01:28:19 The Reality of Angel Investing

01:30:08 Building a Brand with Passion and Quality

01:32:15 Navigating Competition in the Market

01:34:03 The Role of Patience in Brand Evolution

01:35:35 The Power of Team Dynamics

01:36:03 Leadership and Team Culture

01:39:40 Celebrity Endorsements and Brand Identity

01:42:30 The Impact of Profitability on Brand Partnerships

01:45:30 Collaborative Opportunities Between Brands

01:48:05 The Journey of Fundraising and Building Trust

01:51:56 Closing Thoughts on Building a Business

Not every founder finds the right investor. Not every investor bets on the right founder.

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome a BarberShop veteran, Kapil Chopra (Founder - EazyDiner and The Postcard Hotel). But this time, he is not alone. Joining him is his first ever investor and his very good friend, Deepak Shahdadpuri (Managing Director, DSG Consumer Partners).

Why did Kapil and Deepak take 8 years to finally start a business together? Find out in this episode.

This isn’t just an entrepreneurial conversation. It’s about trust, conviction, and the kind of friendship that every investor-founder must share, for businesses to thrive even when the going gets tough.

Takeaways from this episode:

- What do investors look for in a founder during a pitch?

- Why did Deepak NOT invest in Bombay Shaving Company?

- How to identify your Product Market fit in a crowed market.

Kapil and Deepak’s story is a great reminder of why it matters who you surround yourself with. Who is that friend in your life you’d love to build a business with?

Drop your thoughts in the comments!

And if you’d like to join our next conversation as a live audience member, sign up here :- https://forms.gle/5rVezQtDnYm1rqZJA

Navigate the episode

00:00 Coming up

01:00 Introduction

06:37 Founder-Investor Friendship

11:53 How did Kapil Identify Market Opportunities

14:46 The Evolution of Consumer Brands in India

17:21 Founding story of Sula

23:13 The Future of Consumer Brands in India

27:37 Veeba Funding Story

29:55 Why did Deepak Invest in EazyDiner

33:00 Finding the Right Investor-Founder Dynamics

38:00 How to Navigate Challenges

53:53 Evolution of Investment in India

01:05:41 Maturity of Family Offices in India

01:17:28 The Art and Commerce of Consumer Brands

01:41:40 Importance of Aligning Incentives for Long-Term Success

02:01:33 Challenges in the Startup Ecosystem and Corporate Governance

02:05:46 How to Find the Right Fit in Teams

02:06:17 The Importance of Cultural Fit

02:10:15 Opportunities in Travel and Hospitality

02:17:09 Culinary Diversity and Innovation in India

02:21:16 Closing Thoughts

In this engaging episode of Shantanu’s podcast, we’re joined by @VarunMayya, a visionary entrepreneur, tech innovator, and author known for his cutting-edge insights on technology and content creation. Together, Varun and Shantanu discuss a variety of compelling topics, from the potential of AI avatars and deepfake technology to the evolving relationship between AI and content creation.

Varun offers his unique perspective on how to build long-term intellectual property, and develop personal branding strategies. Discover how AI, technology, and innovative thinking are revolutionizing content creation and personal branding.

Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation packed with actionable advice and forward-looking perspectives on tech, AI, and content creation!

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Revant Himatsingka, aka Foodpharmer known for his innovative approach towards content, shares his journey in this insightful episode. With topics ranging from monetising content to the future of @Foodpharmer , Revant offers valuable advice for aspiring creators and entrepreneurs alike.

The episode opens with an introduction to Revant’s background in content creation, highlighting his path and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Delving into the essentials of how he monetises his content, Revant reveals practical strategies for creators to turn their passion into profit, making it an invaluable guide for those aiming to sustain their passion projects financially with honesty.

Revant further explores the concept of FoodPharmer, emphasizing why it’s a necessary model across various business sectors. In discussing Revant’s future goals, he shares his vision and ambitions, offering a roadmap for anyone looking to expand their impact through transparency.

The episode wraps up with Revant’s review of the Sensi Smart 3 Razor, giving a glimpse into his content creation style and commitment to honest reviews and a very interesting rapid-fire round where Revant discloses his plans of becoming the Health Minister in 2029. Packed with actionable insights and forward-thinking ideas, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to grow in the content creation space and drive real value across industries.

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In this episode Shantanu Deshpande, CEO of Bombay Shaving Company, and Tanmay Bhat dive into the quest to find India’s next top creator! 🎨🚀

Tanmay gives shoutouts to his favorite content creators, from Zakir Khan’s unmatched wisdom to Kunal Kamra’s unexpected passion for farming. He also highlights the reason for success of Samay Raina.

Whether you're a creator, entrepreneur, or just someone curious about content, this episode is packed with valuable insights on building brands, taking creative risks, and the power of collaboration.

Think you have what it takes to be India’s Smartest Creator?

Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor! You could win a contract worth ₹10 Lakh, secure influencer deals, and get featured with Shantanu on The Barbershop. (T&Cs apply)

Here’s how to join the challenge:

1. Sign up through the link below

2. Create a reel, ad, or post featuring the Sensi Smart 3 Razor.

3. Tag @BombayShavingCompany with #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaun.

This is your chance—don’t let it slip by! Show us what you’ve got and register here: https://bit.ly/3Y6LZU9

#Razorpreneur #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaun #BombayShavingCompany #ShantanuDeshpande #TanmayBhat #Entrepreneurship #contentcreation

Yashraj Mukhate is known for transforming content on the Internet into viral music sensations - like Rasode Mein Kaun Tha (featuring Rupal Patel), Tuada Kutta Tommy (featuring Shehnaz Gill), Charsulli Gardulli (featuring Rakhi Sawant).

Be it Pawri Hoi Hai or Biggini Shoot, Yashraj has repeatedly proven that virality can be engineered and is not a fluke.

In this episode, ‪@YashrajMukhateOfficial‬ shares his inspiring journey -- from an aspiring musician to a social media sensation -- in his conversation with Shantanu Deshpande. Discover how Yashraj crafts music content that resonates with millions, time and again.

Yashraj shares deep insights with Shantanu, he shares his creative process, the software he uses for music production and the strategies that help his content go viral on platforms like Instagram and YouTube, this episode is a masterclass for any musician with a unique talent to break the Internet.

Furthermore, for young entrepreneurs and music creators, this episode is packed with actionable tips on producing engaging content, and building an audience.

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Participate in Razorpreneur 2.0! Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor! You could win a contract worth ₹10 Lakh, secure influencer deals, and get featured with Shantanu on The Barbershop. (T&Cs apply)

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Step into @sahibabalii dynamic world in this exciting episode! From starring in movies to hosting Shark Tank, Sahiba takes us behind the scenes of her multifaceted career. She opens up about how her time at Zomato played a pivotal role in helping her network and connect with influential people in the industry. She talks about her vision for building a content-driven enterprise and how storytelling is the key to connecting with audiences and building a lasting brand.

Get ready to be inspired as Sahiba reveals her future goals and the strategies that have made her a true multitasking queen. From acting to entrepreneurship to working with Samay Raina and Netflix, this episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to carve their path in the entertainment and business world.

Watch now to discover how Sahiba balances her many roles and what drives her to keep innovating in a competitive industry!

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Participate in Razorpreneur 2.0! Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor! You could win a contract worth ₹10 Lakh, secure influencer deals, and get featured with Shantanu on The Barbershop. (T&Cs apply)

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Kenny Sebastian is known to be a comedic maestro who is celebrated for his stand ups like Middle Class Restaurant Problems; Indian Parents, OCD and Electricity at Home. He has masterfully turned the mundane into hilarious anecdotes, captivating audiences across the globe with his relatable charm.

In this episode, @KennySebastian shares his inspiring journey and thoughts on building a brand that runs in the long run - in his conversation with Shantanu Deshpande. Find how Youtube helped him go viral and touch the lives of so many people.

Kenny reveals how he draws inspiration from major companies like Google to understand business strategies and shares the key lessons he's learned from business books like Small Giants. He opens up about his fear of scalability and how he almost gave up before his viral success with Middle Class Restaurant Problems.

This episode serves as a masterclass for anyone looking to build a lasting brand with meaningful impact.

Additionally, for young artists and entrepreneurs, it’s packed with invaluable insights and practical advice on creating engaging content and growing an audience.

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Join us for a power-packed conversation with Tanmay Bhat, Sahiba Bali, Shashank Mehta, Revant Himatsingka, and Shantanu Deshpande about how to be successful at content creation in today’s world. These creators and entrepreneurs have mastered the game of content, brand-building, and monetization, and they’re here to spill their secrets (some really brutal ones).

💡 What's in it for you?

If you’ve been looking for a moment to break the Internet with your groundbreaking content, this is it. This is the opportunity to turn it into reality.

This episode is full of real-world advice on storytelling, building trust, and using user-generated content (UGC) to fuel your brand. Most importantly, how to make money from it all! Get the scoop on what really works in today’s creator economy.

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Participate in Razorpreneur 2.0! Create any type of content using Sensi Smart 3 Razor as a prop/medium and showcase your creativity the best way you can. Compete for exciting rewards like mentorship, cash prizes, and influencer deals. If you ask us - this is the easiest, quickest way to kickstart your content creation journey.

How to Participate:

1. Sign up for Razorpreneur 2.0 on https://shorturl.at/rjKLM and create a unique code.

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Influencer deals, get featured with Shantanu on The Barbershop, cash rewards of ₹1L+, exclusive mentorship from the best content creators in business and so much more! If you think your content deserves a bigger audience, apply now! 🚀

Join us for a compelling episode of the Barbershop as we sit down with Suhasini Sampath, the co-founder of Yoga Bar. In this candid conversation, we delve into the fascinating world of building a business in FMCG. Suhasini shares her insights and challenges in creating a successful brand in the health food space, and we explore the unique strategies and innovations that propelled Yoga Bar to prominence, resonating with health-conscious consumers across the nation. We discuss the remarkable acquisition by ITC, and the accompanying intricacies of navigating partnerships and collaborations in the dynamic business landscape. We also venture into the personal realm, delving into Suhasini's experience of working with family and the fine balance one has to strike between personal and professional relationships. Her candid reflections offer invaluable lessons for entrepreneurs who navigate the challenges of intertwining family and business dynamics.⚡️ Get ready for an inspiring and insightful episode as we uncover the behind-the-scenes stories, trials, and triumphs of building in the healthy foods category in India!🌟 Introduction 00:00 - 3:44 The Initial Idea: 3:45 - 9:58 Why building healthy food is hard: 9:58 - 22:18 Making calculated decisions about the brand: 22:19 - 22:01 Perfecting the product: 22:01 - 26:09 Building a great food company 26:10 - 29:25 More on Yoga Bar’s journey: 29:25 - 38:42 Playing the long game: 38:43 - 42:00 Legacy matters & ITC acquisition: 42:01 - 48:30 Running a business with family 48:31 - 54:34 More on negotiations & acquisition/ people who helped in Yoga Bar’s journey 54:35 - 1:05:22 The ITC acquisition process 1:05:23 - 1:13:34 What does it take to build a business? 1:13:35 - 1:15:05 What Suhasini learnt about herself during her journey 1:15:06 - 1:20:40 What’s next for Suhasini & thoughts on entrepreneurship: 1:20:41 - 1:28:15 Women in entrepreneurship & Concluding Advice: 1:28:16 - 1:37:39

In this conversation with Shinjini Kumar, Co-Founder of SALT-mysaltapp, we talk to her about her diverse professional journey, something you don’t see in many founders. Coming from Bihar, she started as a journalist at the Times of India and then shifted to the Reserve Bank of India in the early ‘90s. At the heart of the action, she was responsible for handling Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). In this episode, she discusses exactly how she landed every job she did in her early days.

Shinjini eventually went on to study in the US, joined Bank of America, then came back to be the CEO at Paytm Payments Bank. And mid-COVID, she took the leap into entrepreneurship.

Major takeaways from the episode:

1.⁠ ⁠How she transitioned from journalism into finance and entrepreneurship.

2.⁠ ⁠How career plurality shapes perspective and adaptability.

3.⁠ ⁠Lessons from building SALT and the challenges of raising capital at the right time.

4.⁠ ⁠What women are missing when it comes to finance.

We are excited for conversation, and we can’t wait for you all to watch it.

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00:00 The Financial Agency of Women

03:02 The Journey of Shinjani Kumar

05:51 Conversations on Financial Inclusion

09:10 Building SALT: A Mission for Women

12:05 Understanding Financial Services for Women

14:55 The Role of Agency in Financial Decisions

18:02 Cultural Influences on Financial Behavior

20:59 The Impact of Social Conditioning on Women

23:50 Navigating Financial Independence

27:10 The Future of Women in Finance

38:13 Understanding Gender Disparities in Income and Assets

41:44 The Role of Women in Family Businesses

47:00 Women as Catalysts for Social Change

50:41 Behavioral Changes in Financial Services

57:51 Lessons from Entrepreneurial Journeys

01:11:17 Building Trust Through Technology

01:14:05 The Evolution of Banking and Finance

01:16:24 Navigating Challenges in Entrepreneurship

01:20:42 The Complexity of Work and Gender Roles

01:24:01 Raising the Next Generation: Gender and Equality

01:31:12 The Value of Work and Education

01:37:21 Advice for Young Entrepreneurs and Professionals

This week, get ready for an extraordinary episode of the Barbershop as we bring you an exhilarating live shoot from the Bombae Pad! Join us as we embark on an insightful journey into the intricacies of early-stage fundraising alongside three remarkable women: Prachi Pawar, VP at Peak XV; Nikita Khanna, Founder of Moxie; and Twinkle Uppal, Founder of Hoop. In this episode, we delve deep into the core aspects of raising the first round capital for your business. These exceptional entrepreneurs generously share their expertise, experiences, and hard-earned wisdom with a vibrant audience of dynamic women from the startup ecosystem. Brace yourself to be inspired as we unravel the secrets of securing funding and unveil priceless firsthand insights. Understand the importance of finding the perfect founder-investor match, a crucial element that paves the way for long-term success. Gain invaluable knowledge on organizing your cap table effectively, ensuring that equity distribution aligns with your vision and future growth; and learn the importance of being on the same wavelength with your business' investors, building strong partnerships based on shared goals and values. Prepare to be captivated by the electrifying energy of this episode as we empower aspiring entrepreneurs with the tools, strategies, and inspiration they need to navigate the complex world of early-stage fundraising. Unlock the key to funding success and embark on your own entrepreneurial journey with confidence and conviction. Introduction: 00:00 - 1:40 How do you choose the right time to raise capital?: 1:41 - 9:17 What percentage of your personal savings would you put into your business? 9:18 - 13:12:51 What to look for in a founder?/ raising from different kinds of angels: 12:52 - 19:50 How big is your anti-portfolio? 19:51 - 22:07 Choosing your investors: 22:08 - 32:00 How does a click happen with a founder?: 32:01 - 41:52 What are some deal breakers for investors & founders?: 41:53 - 51:32 Risk appetites in the funding ecosystem/ funding benchmarks : 58:26 - 1:01:03 Can your business idea be copied? 1:01:04 - 1:06:28 Warding off burnout 1:06:29 - 1:09:32 Handling rejection 1:09:33 - 1:10:50 Making a decision about founders: 1:10:51 - 1:12:38 What if the investor starts running my business? 1:12:39 - 1:14:50 Building in alcohol/ Do you need an MBA?: 1:14:51 - 1:18:12

Join us on The BarberShop for a captivating conversation with Suraj Moraje, a trailblazing figure in the business world. As the First McKinsey Senior Partner from India elected in Europe and former CEO of Quess Corp Limited, India's largest corporate employer, Suraj brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to the table. In this episode, we uncover Suraj's incredible journey, from his prestigious corporate career to his current role as a philanthropist and founder of the Eka program. Delve deep into discussions about the ever-evolving global political landscape, the dynamics of economic growth, and the future of work. Prepare to be enlightened as Suraj shares his unique insights and perspectives, offering valuable takeaways not just for entrepreneurs & industry professionals, but anyone eager to understand the forces shaping our world today. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode on The BarberShop podcast. Tune in now! 🎙 Introduction: 00:00 - 12:34 The Eka Program: 12:35 - 21:16 The World As We Know It & How It Is Changing: 21:16 - 33:34 Labour, Productivity, Management: 33:35 - 39:33 How Can We Get The India Story Right?: 39:34 - 48:25 Jobless Growth & The Future of Work 48:26 - 55:36 The Rules are Changing, the World Economy, Geopolitics: 55:36 - 1:02:00 Post 2050, Aspiration & Wealth in India, Diversity 1:02:01 - 1:15:07 Community and Urban Democracy 1:15:08 - 1:22:47 Working at McKinsey, Quess 1:22:48 - 1:38:38 Valuation & The Public Markets: 1:38:39 - 1:50:18 Suraj’s current work & plans for the future & feeling lucky: 1:50:19 - 1:56:59 Suraj’s Concluding Advice 1:57:00 - 2:00:59

In this exciting episode, Shantanu sits down with Pratham Mittal, the young, dynamic founder of Masters' Union, a practitioner-led b-school, to have an engaging and insightful conversation about building Masters' Union and why and how it is challenging legacy institutions in India. Tune in to get a close dive into the mind of a young entrepreneur, as Pratham discusses not only the external factors but also the personal reasons responsible for his mission to revamp business education in the country. Introduction: 00:00 - 1:35 Bringing a Future Top ten B-school to Life/ How Do Rankings Work? : 1:35 - 6:27 Bootstrapping a SAAS Business: 6:28 - 9:16 Education in India/ Conceptualizing Master’s Union: 9:16 - 15:50 Master’s Union Campus & Infrastructure: 15:51 - 23:38 Teaching Business & Creating Faculty: 23:38 - 29:13 Structuring the Curriculum 29:14 - 32:32 Consumers Want to Know the Person Behind the Brand: 32:32 - 41:00 The Masters at Master’s Union & More on the Curriculum: 41:01 - 45;33 Attracting the Best Students: 45:34 - 52:55 Economics of an education business: 52:56 - 1:01:11 What would Master’s Union be like in 5 years? 1:01:12 - 1:05:54 Keeping the Syllabus up-to-date: 1:05:55 - 1:08:10 Academia, Mentorship and Investing in Students 1:08:11 - 1:14:27 Education is a motivation problem 1:14:28 - 1:29:54 Being an Entrepreneur & Learning Business from Family 1:30:00 - 1:47:58 Living Up to Family Expectations: 1:48:00 - 1:54:45 Conclusion 1:54:46 - 1:57:17_____________________________________________________ ABOUT OUR CHANNEL My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :) _____________________________________________________

Unveiling the Mind of a Brand Maestro: Dr. Sanjeev Juneja's Unparalleled Journey to Success. 🚀🚀 Get ready for an exclusive episode as 'The Barbershop with Shantanu' presents an extraordinary conversation with Dr. Juneja, India's most successful homegrown founder and brand maker. Prepare for a remarkable revelation as we delve into the mind of this enigmatic entrepreneur, known for his rare interview appearances. Discover how Dr. Juneja's childhood knack for brands became the driving force behind his unparalleled success in building one successful brand after another. Join us for a rare glimpse into his philosophical side, as Dr. Juneja shares his secrets to success, his guiding mantras, and why he firmly believes profitability is the ultimate key. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to gain invaluable wisdom from a true visionary. Tune in and embark on an extraordinary journey within the mind of a brand maestro!" Introduction 00:00 - 4:40 The Early Days 4:40 - 14:20 Understanding & Selling Ayurveda & the consumer: 14:20 - 21:14 Marketing & Selling the Product: 21:14 - 27:07 Dealing with Mistakes: 27:15 - 29:22 The Company By 2008: 29:22 - 31:50 Dr. Juneja’s Marriage: 31:50 - 33:30 Journey post 2008 33:30 - 37:25 Building Kesh King 37:25 - 49:22 Pricing Kesh King: 49:22 - 52:28 The Wholesale Model & Building Trade Relationships: 52:48 - 59:15 Journey or Destination? : 59:15 - 1:03:05 Thoughts on Entrepreneurship Today 1:03:05 - 1:05:15 Making the Right Decisions When Exiting: 1:05:15 - 1:11:20 Talking About Entrepreneurial Outcomes & Dr. Juneja’s Relationship with Wealth: 1:11:20 - 1:20:55 Building Pet Saffa: 1:20:55 - 1:31:03 Building Dr. Ortho 1:31:03 - 1:39:01 Building Roop Mantra & Other Brands, Future Plans: 1:31:01 - 1:45:04 Discipline, Happiness Index, Time Management: 1:45:04 - 1:48:31 Thoughts on BSC & Bombae & Concluding Advice 1:48:31 - 1:58:08 #SanjeevJuneja #DivisaHerbals ABOUT OUR CHANNEL My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

Get ready for an insightful episode of Shantanu's podcast as he sits down with Chirag Taneja, the founder of GoKwik, a company revolutionising the efficiency of cash on delivery in the e-commerce space while ensuring brand safety. What makes this conversation even more exciting is that Chirag was once Shantanu's teammate at Bombay Shaving Company! Tune in as they delve into the intricacies of building companies, Chirag's experience as a second-time entrepreneur, and the infectious 'building bug' that drives their entrepreneurial spirit. Don't miss out on this engaging discussion between two dynamic entrepreneurs, filled with valuable insights and inspiring stories. Introduction 00:00 - 1:20 More on Shanky! 1:20 - 3:42 Why it might be important to fail early in life: 4:44 - 6:20 Building a company from scratch and transitions in business: 7:10 - 13:14 “Brand banne mein time lagta hai” 13:34 - 18:40 How to think growth: 18:41 - 19:50 Chirag’s BSC journey and Talking about Revant Bhate: 19:52 - 31:18 An interesting question about markets and founders: 31:20 - 35:50 Rohit, Mukesh, Ashish - three founder, three different viewpoints: 35:52 - 40:20 What does Go-Kwik do? - 40:28 - 47:30 The Where to play strategy: 47:35 - 52:00 Go-Kwik was earlier called SafeKart: 55:42 - 58:40 More on Go-Kwik’s investors: 1:01:20 - 1:03:40 Creating valuation and why India is good to build business! : 1:03:44 - 1:07:30 “I like to build”: 1:08:52 - 1:15:20 Building Ketchupp and what could have been different in the journey!: 1:15:24 - 1:18;42 Your next win is right around the corner: 1:21:11 - 1:36:55 What does being an entrepreneur look like beyond building and solving? : 1:36:57 - 1:49:39 Don’t look at your bank balance every month: 1:49:40 - 1:51:25 Advice for people who want to be entrepreneurs 1:52:20 - 2:04:50 Conclusion 2:04:52 - 2:06:36 ABOUT OUR CHANNEL My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :) _____________________________________________________

This Week Meet Shivam Ginglani, Founder of Woodsmen Whisky. A whisky brand looking to disrupt the legacy players in spirits. Will he impress the equity seekers Shantanu Deshpande (CEO & Founder, Bombay Shaving Company) and Rahul Chaudhary (Founder, Treebo Hotels and Venture Partner at Matrix Partners)? _____________________________________________________ 00:00:00 - 00:01:15 Coming UP 00:01:15 - 00:03:17 Introduction to the Equity Seekers 00:03:17 - 00:06:46 How Shivam's Naivety Got Him Into The Spirits Industry 00:06:46 - 00:13:09 Understanding India's Alcohol Market & Consumption 00:13:09 - 00:15:18 Woodsmen has set out to do something different 00:15:18 - 00:20:09 Breaking down the Whiskey Market 00:20:09 - 00:22:42 Can one parent company sell products across price points? 00:22:42 - 00:26:28 Value Proposition for an Aspirational Brand 00:26:28 - 00:30:00 A typical whiskey journey for a consumer 00:30:00 - 00:33:20 Aspirational V/s Utility: What does whiskey invoke? 00:33:20 - 00:35:35 The psychology of drinking alone and signalling? 00:35:35 - 00:37:11 Why should good design & quality cost more? 00:37:11 - 00:45:00 Taste Testing Woodsmen 00:45:00 - 00:48:00 The Wine Experience v/s Whiskey's easy consumption 00:48:00 - 00:49:09 Reason Behind Choosing a simple value proposition 00:49:09 - 00:51:00 Packaging and its psychology 00:51:00 - 00:59:35 Tenets of Woodsmen's Branding & India's Missing Whiskey Identity 00:59:35 - 01:03:28 Understanding The Revenue and Margins 01:03:28 - 01:06:50 The challenges of alcohol distribution 01:06:50 - 01:08:27 Shivam's personal Superpower 01:08:27 - 01: 13:24 Projections, Gross Margins and Investment Ask 01:13:24 - 01:20:49 Strategic Timeout 01:20:49 - 01:23:53 What The Equity Seekers Love About The Business 01:23:53 - 01:25:32 The Concerns About The Business 01:25:32 - 01:27:00 Rahul's Take on Woodsmen and The need For A Wider Unique Proposition 01:27:00 - 01:28:00 The Barbershop Offer 01:28:00 - 01:31:44 Shivam's Appreciation of TBWS, His Response and final thoughts _____________________________________________________ ABOUT OUR CHANNEL My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :) _____________________________________________________

This week, 'The Barbershop with Shantanu' brings you an exciting co-interview with Viren Rasquinha, the CEO of Olympic Gold Quest, former Indian hockey team captain, and an accomplished sportsman. Join Shantanu and co-founder of Treebo, Rahul Chaudhary, as they pick Viren's brain on what it takes to become an Olympian. Discover the secret behind PV Sindhu's historic Olympic win, and learn how OGQ identifies and supports future Olympians and Paralympians from a young age. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with three accomplished individuals, all while enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of barbershop! Introduction 0:00- 3:40 Excellence in athletics, teamwork, technical skills: 4:30 - 9:00 Playing hockey full time: 9:15 - 12:20 Transition from college to sports: 12:31- 15:10 Olympics: a story to remember: 15:30 - 20:22 Does the heartbreak stay?: 20:22 - 21:44 PV Sindhu & OGQ 21:50 - 28:28 Watching India play 28:30 - 31:10 Saina showed the way/ women athletes: 31:30 - 36:15 Younger kids and handling defeat: 36:16 - 38:42 Why women athletes fare better: 38:50 - 51:10 Waiting and handling the pressure 52:30 - 56:14 Young athletes: 56:35 - 59:22 What differentiates? 1:01:35 - 1:03:20 Video analysis 1:03:30 - 1:07:55 How UK turned things around: 1:08:10 - 1:09:50 What athletes need/ parallels between founders and athletes: 1:10:10 - 1:14:44 The Experience of Playing India Pakistan Matches Across The World 1:14:46 - 1:17:52 Playing With The Pakistani Player Sohail Abbas: 1:18:00 - 1:20:59 Fractures While Playing Hockey: 1:21:00 - 1:21:48 Rehabilitation of Athletes: 1:21:49 - 1:22:54 The Change OGQ way of working 1:22:55 - 1:26:00 Finding Athletes Young and OGQ’s junior program: 1:26:00 - 1:31:55 Not Killing The Joy of Sports For Young Athletes: 1:31:55 - 1:33:38 “Sports taught me so many life lessons” : Sports Brings Out Character 1:33:38 - 1:38:28 Retiring From Hockey at 27, ISB and OGQ: 1:38:28 - 1:44:00 The Last Decade Government Support has been better: 1:44:00 - 1:45:03 OGQ, Paralympic Success and the Story Of Nishant Kumar: 1:45:03 - 1:52:56 The Access Of Viren’s Daughter to Athletes and Her Sporting Ambitions - 1:52:56 - 1:55:12 Infrastructural Change To Support Sports For Aspirants - 1:55:12 - 1:56:54 India’s Potential Olympic Growth and OGQ’s learning from Nations such as Hungary and UK - 1:56:54 - 2:01:38 The Athletes of the 90s and their impact on corporate leaders of the time followed by today’s youth - 2:01:38 - 2:03:32 The Killer Instinct Viren learnt from Australia - 2:03:32 - 2:04:47 OGQ’s Frugality and The Cost By Medal - 2:04:47 - 2:06:04 CSR, varied funding and its role in Sports - 2:06:04 - 2:10:20 “The Journey Of the Tricolour Going Up and The National Anthem Playing” - 2:10:20 - 2:12:17 Shantanu’s & Rahul’s Gratefulness on their association with OGQ and how can someone contribute - 2:12:17 - 2:15:53 _____________________________________________________ ABOUT OUR CHANNEL My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :) _____________________________________________________

In this conversation with Amit Jain (Co-Founder & CEO, CarDekho) and Anurag Jain (Co-Founder & COO, CarDekho) we learn why every founder should consider building in a small town like Jaipur—and do it with family.

Amit and Anurag turned what started as a small-town dream (announced on LinkedIn - true story) into a billion-dollar reality. If that doesn’t make you believe in manifestation, we don’t know what will. 😏

CarDekho’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. From a bootstrapped company to one of India’s most sought-after startups, they’ve completely redefined how India buys and sells cars.

In this conversation, we break down:

- The power of trust in leadership and how it shapes company culture.

- Scaling a startup: structuring equity, empowering talent, and navigating co-founder dynamics.

- Why founders today should pick Tier 2 cities over metros to thrive.

- Working with family—the unique challenges, advantages, and what makes it work.

- The mindset shifts required to build billion-dollar businesses and what Indian entrepreneurs can learn from global success stories.

This episode is a must-watch for aspiring entrepreneurs, family business owners, corporate leaders, and anyone looking to turn their big dreams into reality.

Drop your thoughts in the comments! Also, if you’d like a chance to interact with SD as an audience member for our next shoot, fill this form: https://forms.gle/5j26oEVkRbEFJmcX8

Looking forward to hearing what you think!

Navigate your way through this conversation:

00:00 - Coming Up

01:04 - About the Podcast

04:41 - The Journey of Entrepreneurship

10:45 - Building a Consumer-Centric Ecosystem

13:36 - Identifying and Empowering Talent

16:25 - Structuring for Success: Equity and Ownership

19:41 - The Dynamics of Brotherly Co-Founders

22:37 - Navigating Challenges and Growth

25:41 - The Role of Trust in Leadership

28:34 - The Evolution of Organizational Structure

31:37 - Lessons from Experience and Scaling Up

43:47 - Understanding Numbers and Business Instincts

45:47 - Building a Knowledge-Driven Organization

47:53 - Fostering Personal Connections in Leadership

49:53 - Balancing Professionalism and Personal Bonds

52:12 - The Importance of Authentic Leadership

53:57 - Celebrating Alumni Success Stories

55:14 - Encouraging Individual Aspirations

56:03 - Co-Founder Dynamics and Feedback

57:50 - Influencing Each Other's Leadership Styles

59:57 - The Role of Sports in Team Bonding

01:01:32 - The Jaipur Connection and Talent Pool

01:03:06 - Creating Opportunities in Tier 2 Cities

01:05:11 - Company Culture as a Family

01:07:54 - Navigating External Capital and Investor Relations

01:22:02 - Building for the Future: Vision and Legacy

01:25:03 - The Power of Compounding: Growth and Strategy

01:28:24 - Energy and Inspiration: What Drives Founders

01:29:48 - Patriotism and Community: Building in India

01:32:31 - Giving Back: The Role of Mentorship and Support

01:34:03 - The Rise of Entrepreneurship in Tier 2 Cities

01:36:56 - The Evolving Landscape of Startups and Investments

01:44:02 - Harnessing AI: Opportunities and Challenges

01:49:59 - Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Taking the Leap

In this exciting new episode, Shantanu sits down with educational entrepreneur and McKinsey veteran, Pramath Raj Sinha.

Join the conversation as they delve into Pramath's journey from his childhood to his successful career at McKinsey, and his return to India to establish multiple educational institutions like ISB, Ashoka, Vedica, and Harappa.

Tune in to gain insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, and the power of education, all while enjoying an engaging conversation between two accomplished professionals.

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Introduction: 00:00-2:30

Pramath’s childhood and being an only son: 2:30-7:48

Why he left consulting: 7:50-8:22

My grandfather, father have all been writers and poets: 8:36-10:08

Printing press business: 10:10-14:54

All my life I was told not to do business: 14:55-16:16

Sister Manjari Jauhar: 16:24-21:08

Fighting a civil case and becoming IPS: 21:51- 23:53

Traditional thinking and changing ideas 25:16 - 26:50

Being involved in writing: 28:32 - 29:40

IIT and studying engineering: 29:45 - 35:10

Being in college: 35:12 - 39:08

IITs are like liberal education: 39:10 - 39:42

Learning programming and problem solving: 39:40 - 41:53

CAT 42:00 - 43:50 Getting a CS job: 43:00 - 44:50

Getting into UPenn 45:15 - 46:56

Financial support 47:00 - 47:59

Why have you come here?: 48:00 - 49:00

Jobs on campus 49:10 - 51:45

Choosing courses 52:16 - 54:30

Robotics: 54:36 - 55:43

Getting a scholarship: 57:00 - 57:15

Doing CS PhD 57:33 - 1:01:20

Applying to Mckinsey: 1:01:21 - 1:10:14

The India story: 1:10:26 - 1:11:06

Imbibing a work ethic: 1:11:11 - 1:12:00

The Russians and an elevator pitch 1:12:20 - 1:20:53

“Did I screw up?” 1:21:00 - 1:25:50

How to make others successful: 1:25:52 - 1:30:54

Mentorship: 1:30:55 - 1:33:20

Building a new school: 1:33:40 - 1:36:40

ISB: 1:36:42 - 1:39:47

Working with Wharton and Penn : 1:39:51 - 1:43:44

Just do it: 1:45:22 - 1:47:21

Ensuring outcomes in education 1:48:50 - 1:51:23

Break the problem down for ISB/ ‘aha!’ moment: 1:51:25 - 1:53:12

Having stellar faculty: 1:53:55 - 1:56:20

What does faculty need? 1:56:15 - 1:57:05

Collective philanthropy 1:57:10 - 1:59:10

Early days of Ashoka: 1:59:20 - 2:00:00

Visiting faculty/Block teaching model 2:02:10 - 2:05:00

Online learning 2:05:10 - 2:08:40

Women are still getting left out: 2:09:16 - 2:09:54

Getting away from grades and privatisation: 2:10:10 - 2:15:24

Problem of scale and higher education: 2:16:35 - 2:20:47

Rajat Gupta: 2:25:40 - 2:27:38

Conclusion 2:47:00 - 2:49:07

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ABOUT OUR CHANNEL

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones.

The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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Father and Son duo, Kiran and Shantanu Deshpande, sit down for a candid conversation on India, Political Science, and Family in the latest episode of The Barbershop with Shantanu. Tune in to hear insights from a seasoned tech industry leader (former CEO of Tech Mahindra, ) and his successful entrepreneur son (Founder & CEO, Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae). Don't miss this inspiring father-son conversation!"

--------------------------------------------------------------------------- Introducing Kiran Deshpande: 00:00-3:37 Kiran’s political ambitions: 3:41-6:23 His first memory of the PM Nehru: 6:42-9:20 Shantanu’s Grandfather’s role in taming dacoits: 9:25-9:59 Living in Indore and learning civics through school: 10:05-12:28 “Tum IAS kyu nahi dete ho?” 12:29-13:30 Studying in BITS Pilani: 13:46-14:18 Understanding the ‘-isms’ through Political Science: 14:20-15:30 Kiran’s altercation with his professor : 15:33-17:17 Constitution, Statehood and Democracy: 18:00-20:10 ‘Disruptive ideas’: 20:27-20:58 Kesavananda Bharati case: 22:10-26:32 India’s modern constitution: 26:36-28:00 Shot at removing poverty: 28:14-28:33 Electoral politics: 29:25-30:02 Nation-building and Pt. Nehru: 30:49-34:10 Moving away from Imperialism: 34:12-36:27 Making education accessible: 36:30-40:00 A haircut in the US: 40:02-40:26 Working at TCS in Dallas: 40:40-41:53 Taking a job versus doing a Master’s: 42:00-43:00 Earning a salary!: 43:10-44:15 Some structural changes need to happen: 45:15-46:30 The Emergency Era: 46:55-48:12 Changes in Indian Banking: 48:18-49:59 Student Movement and JP Narayan: 50:10-51:18 The atmosphere of emergency: 51:20-54:29 Operation Bluestar and what came after: 56:25-57:52 VP Singh and reservation politics: 58:18-59:22 First IT companies in India: 1:01:56-1:03:37 Kiran’s experience in TCS: 1:05:05-1:06:34 Difference between generations: 1:06:53-1:08:40 Coming back to India: 1:09:30-1:12:55 What Good Leadership Can Do: 1:12:57-1:14:04 Becoming CEO at TechMahindra:- 1:14:10-1:15:15 Has the quality of leadership reduced?: 1:15:20-1:16:00 Decorum in the Parliament: 1:17:55-1:18:23 Beauty of democracy: 1:18:24-1:19:45 Local leaders: 1:20:44-1:21:23 Communism in India: 1:21:44-1:22:50 Comparing 4 leaders across time: 1:24:18-1:25:17 Naming India: 1:27:14-1:29:00 India shining: 1:30:15-1:31:15 Running a city like a CEO: 1:32:36-1:34:30 Where can we go wrong with India’s growth?: 1:36:15-1:42:50 Respecting and creating good industries: 1:44:00-1:47:50 Changing the rules of the game: 1:48:07-1:51:00 Conclusion: 1:56:18-1:58:34------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ABOUT OUR CHANNEL My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :) _____________________________________________________

Hi, thanks for stopping by! You’re listening to #TheBarbershopWithShantanu In today's episode, we have Kruti Bharucha, founder @Peepul on the Barbershop.We talk about how her illustrious career, which includes tenures at McKinsey, IMF, The World Bank, CEB, to jumping into an entirely new field, like education, taking care of her child, scaling a non-profit, working with the government, and how women deal with stress differently, and much more. Stay till the end, because you cannot miss this one! _____________________________________________________ 00:00:00 A teaser of what’s to come. 00:00:51 Introducing Kruti 00:02:12 Was Kruti’s mother a role model? 00:04:50 Pressures of having high-achieving parents 00:07:00 Traditional clothing in the workplace 00:08:28 Kruti’s career journey 00:10:30 Moving back to India 00:11:31 Dealing with her child’s health problems 00:15:29 Starting Peepul 00:29:01 Scaling for impact and working with the government 00:31:48 What did the initial team look like? 00:33:38 How to create fellowship amongst people? 00:42:14 People taking a bet on you as a founder 00:45:30 Taking Peepul off the ground 00:49:57 Funding at Peepul 00:54:40 What exactly does Peepul do? 01:04:44 Figuring what you stand for & sticking to it 01:12:12 Problems in 2020 01:18:33 Kruti’s immense passion towards work 01:20:22 Is exponential growth coming for Peepul? 01:21:57 Language & culture acting as barriers to expansion 01:24:50 Dealing with Burnout 01:27:10 Juggling things as a working mother 01:35:14 Her method of working 01:37:06 Her style of being a CEO 01:43:34 Kruti’s optimism in the face of stress 01:44:50 How she deals with stress? 01:48:21 Finishing thoughts 01:50:26 Gift hamper by Bombae _____________________________________________________ APPLY NOW We are looking for early stage stage companies with: - Amazing Founders - Operating in large markets - Are post revenue - TBWS will put in the first or second institutional cheque! Email us about you and your start-up on barbershop@bombayshavingcompany.com. _____________________________________________________ ABOUT OUR CHANNEL My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :) _____________________________________________________

Hi, thanks for stopping by! You’re listening to #TheBarbershopWithShantanuS2: #RaisersEdge. 🚨 🚨 WE'RE BACK WITH RAISER'S EDGE 🚨 🚨 After a brief hiatus, we're back with another episode of Raiser's Edge, and this time, we're talking to the co-founders of Done Deal. Done Deal is an end-to-end platform that simplifies and modernises the legacy acquisition process for startups. On the Equity Seeker's Panel, we have Mukesh Bansal, Founder & CEO, cult.fit, & Deepak Gupta, Co-founder & COO, Bombay Shaving Company! Visit Done Deal @ http://done.deals Stay tuned till the end of the video because you CANNOT afford to miss this one! _____________________________________________________ 00:00:00 A teaser for what's about to come 00:01:26 Show's title screen 00:01:32 Introducing the panel 00:08:43 What is Done Deal, and why start it? 00:11:55 How should founders think about acquisitions? 00:13:35 Change of guard in new founders & startups 00:15:23 How does the Done Deal process work? 00:20:26 What role are the co-founders going to play? 00:21:46 Who's the ideal customer? 00:23:13 Is this too niche of a category? 00:29:24 Done Deal's moats 00:32:39 Are all companies good at being acquirable? 00:35:34 Will the big investment firm model work for smaller ones? 00:37:57 Domino effect of getting acquired 00:39:27 Why D2C space is ideal for acquisitions? 00:41:12 Making it a relationship driven game 00:43:24 How can Done Deal pivot in the future? 00:44:25 Done Deal's revenue models 00:48:34 Hurdles along the way 00:50:21 What will their success depend on? 00:53:29 Financials of the business 00:55:56 Bombay Shaving Company's Post-Shave Balm 00:57:02 Strategic Timeout 01:00:27 Will they get a deal? 01:04:53 The verdict 01:11:42 BSC Hampers ____________________________________________________ APPLY NOW We are looking for early stage stage companies with: - Amazing Founders - Operating in large markets - Are post revenue - TBWS will put in the first or second institutional cheque! Email us about you and your start-up on barbershop@bombayshavingcompany.com. _____________________________________________________ ABOUT OUR CHANNEL My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :) _____________________________________________________

Hi, thanks for stopping by!

You’re listening to #TheBarbershopWithShantanuS2: #RaisersEdge.

In today's episode, we're confronting the controversy head on.

In case you missed it, Shantanu made a post on LinkedIn praising Shanky Chauhan, Senior Vice President - Head of Sales & Chief of Staff at Bombay Shaving Company & Bombae, and his unmatched dedication to his work. Link to the post here https://bit.ly/3T3N24y So we finally decided to bring Shanky to the Barbershop to clear things out.

We talk about his infamy on LinkedIn, how he reacted to it, how he's risen amongst the ranks at Bombay Shaving Company, building a team of 250+ people, and so much more.

Stay tuned till the end of the episode because you CANNOT afford to miss this one!

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00:00:00 A teaser of what’s to come

00:01:45 Intro

00:02:47 Story behind the photo

00:10:14 Shanky’s mission-oriented nature, and his transformation at IIM-Udaipur

00:14:40 Experience at first job 00:16:15 Meeting Shantanu for the first time

00:19:05 Shanky’s immense friendships in IIM

00:25:05 Shanky’s journey in BSC

00:33:10 What does Shanky mean to the people at BSC?

00:35:10 Learning hard lessons & transitioning

00:37:43 On cultivating leaders and leading teams

00:43:42 Courage, Hard-work, Perseverance & Mastery

00:48:26 BSC’s playbook for success

00:51:01 Combating loneliness at work

00:57:47 Building company values and team culture

01:01:27 The reason behind BSC’s offline sales success

01:07:14 Building out a startup in India 🇮🇳

01:09:50 On creating high value-creation engines, and D-Mart’s speciality.

01:14:01 How Shanky is a great representative of BSC?

01:24:34 Shanky’s loyalty and trust

01:30:06 Rewarding your talent

01:36:24 What gives Shanky the most joy about work?

01:41:40 Shanky on fatherhood & personal life

01:45:45 Preserving energy for longevity.

01:48:18 Is Shanky addicted to work?

01:52:28 What does Shanky aspire for in the future?

01:56:18 BSC’s core is ready to take on any challenge

01:58:01 Final words for the audience

02:00:53 Conclusion

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You’re listening to #TheBarbershopWithShantanuS2: #RaisersEdge.

In today's episode, Shantanu has a one-on-one conversation with Rahul Chaudhary, Venture Partner at Matrix Partners India, and former co-founder at Treebo Hotels. Stay tuned till the end of the video to know why India is the place to be, how he made the leap to startups with Myntra, building Treebo, his new chapter in the Venture Capital world and much more!

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00:00:00 A teaser of what’s to come 00:01:15

Intro 00:02:26 Being a part of Matrix Partners

00:09:27 Angel vs Institutional Investing.

00:13:19 How VC as a profession is changing

00:15:42 Can investors add value?

00:24:00 What happens when founders and VC fund don’t align?

00:27:13 Things great VCs do

00:30:24 Things are looking up for India 🇮🇳

00:31:03 Feedback loops are super short!

00:35:28 Shantanu’s Bizarre Confidence in Starting BSC

00:38:41 “This VC shit is hard!”

00:45:26 Things are quickly changing in India 🇮🇳

00:58:45 Differences in India and the US

01:00:02 The naivety of pissing on traditional businesses

01:04:11 Everybody can learn from the hospitality business

01:09:17 Rahul’s years at Treebo

01:21:40 Behaviour of the Indian Consumer

01:26:12 What should brands be doing?

01:29:50 Dealing with challenges at Treebo

01:38:02 Letting go 12% of Treebo

01:41:19 Rahul’s Work/Life Balance

01:43:06 Investing in fitness as a founder

01:46:20 Rahul’s relationship with Sid

01:57:25 The role of Rahul’s family in his success

02:06:41 Shantanu’s story on dating

02:09:54 How did Rahul he wanted to marry Navneet?

02:13:49 On being a parent

02:22:24 Concluding notes

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ABOUT OUR CHANNEL

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones.

The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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In today's episode, we have a one-on-one conversation, just like Season 1, with Arjun Purkayastha. Here's a little about who Arjun is

SVP at Reckitt.

In a dual role:

👉🏽 Responsible for all Reckitt businesses & brands in Greater China

👉🏽Built and globally leads eCommerce, digital & ventures - the fastest growing multi-billion $ division

Responsible for all Reckitt business and brands, like Dettol, Lysol and Durex, in Greater China Led the creation of Reckitt’s venture capital arm and co-founded Access VC in 2020

Stay tuned till the end of the video to hear tales of his time working in several countries around the world, tough lessons he had to learn, his epiphanies on luck, and how he manages his family life with his hectic professional life.

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00:00:00 A trailer for what's to come.

00:00:56 Welcome to the Barbershop!

00:03:15 What does Arjun do?

00:04:30 This is the decade of India

00:06:38 Putting yourself in your relationships

00:14:49 Helping people selflessly

00:28:48 Failures, and learning from them

00:33:00 What makes a great boss?

00:42:39 Getting the best out of people

00:55:27 Working with people different from you

00:59:25 Changing standards of excellence

01:04:33 On Luck 01:18:52 Realizing when its your time to go

01:21:32 Continuously Learning & Being Curious

01:24:56 Best CEOs who adjusted to scale

01:28:17 Excelling in Business, Decaying Personal Life

01:30:48 Arjun The Family Man

01:42:05 Conclusion & Words of Wisdom

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ABOUT OUR CHANNEL

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones.

The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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You’re listening to #TheBarbershopWithShantanuS2: #RaisersEdge. In this episode, you’ll watch the team of Intents Mobi: Naresh Kumar Kachhi and Tabrez Alam discuss how they came together after previous ventures to create Intents Mobi - a company built out of serious passion that is democratising location & mobility data Stay tuned till the end of the episode to see whether our equity seekers - Shantanu Deshpande, Toshan Tamhane, Arjun Purkayastha and Ashu Suyash decide to invest in them or not.

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00:00:00 A peek at what's to come

00:00:54 Titles

00:01:03 About the equity seekers

00:02:37 Intro to Intents Mobi

00:05:06 Why Intents Mobi?

00:08:57 Customers & Competition

00:09:47 How does the tech work?

00:13:22 How did gig-workers find out about this?

00:16:21 Why Google stopped Task Mate

00:19:35 How do they manage millions of users?

00:22:16 Usecases of the service

00:25:56 Any ambitions of going global

00:27:30 When can they sell data to other businesses?

00:29:13 How many competitors?

00:31:43 More details on tech

00:32:55 How do they see the growth of the business?

00:35:10 Funding details

00:36:33 The passion of saving lives

00:38:39 Working with the government?

00:40:32 What does success look like for them?

00:41:24 The ask 00:42:30 Why is the CPO in New York?

00:43:24 0 attrition team 00:45:47 Strategic Timeout

00:57:17 Proposed 00:58:10 The verdict

01:01:42 The decision

01:02:00 Hamper by The Bombay Shaving Company

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ABOUT OUR CHANNEL

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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Shantanu sitting down with Rajan Anandan, MD of Peak XV and Surge, and Prachi Pawar, Founder of Anandi Schools, is everything you need to watch today to visualise the future of the startup ecosystem in India. You also get a glimpse into a mentor-mentee relationship in the ecosystem!

Rajan Anandan is one of the most influential voices in India’s Venture Capital space. On the other hand, Prachi is just starting out in the world of entrepreneurship. With Anandi Schools, she aims to help students stand out in college admissions.

Tune in for a deep dive into:

•⁠ ⁠How India’s AI future will be driven by application-first companies

•⁠ ⁠The mindset shifts required to build billion-dollar businesses

•⁠ ⁠What makes Silicon Valley founders different—and how Indian entrepreneurs can learn from them

A must-watch for founders, investors, and anyone curious about the future of India’s startup ecosystem.

Drop your thoughts in the comments—and in the process, earn a chance to interact with Shantanu as an audience for our next shoot.

For a chance to receive an invite to watch the shoot and interact with SD, fill this: https://forms.gle/X3cT1x78Xj6NvZ3z7

Navigate your way through this conversation:

00:00 Coming up

01:17 Podcast Summary

02:45 What is happening in India

05:44 The Rise of AI and Technology in India

08:50 India's Potential as an AI Superpower

11:38 The Future of AI Applications in India

17:44 India's Competitive Edge in Global Markets

20:51 Investing in the Future of AI

23:50 India's Economic Landscape and Workforce Dynamics

26:45 Historical Context and Future Prospects for India

35:41 Long-Term Economic Outlook for India

38:20 Energy Independence and Renewable Resources

40:16 The Future of Employment and Skill Development

45:21 The Evolution of Indian Entrepreneurship

46:51 Quality of Founders and Ecosystem Support

52:00 R&D Challenges

58:36 The Current Landscape for Venture Capital in India

01:05:46 Market Dynamics and Competitive Strategies

01:07:35 Career Building Insights

01:08:47 The Importance of Hard Work and Passion

01:11:29 Mentorship and Learning from Experience

01:13:52 The Role of Curiosity in Career Growth

01:19:16 The Journey of Entrepreneurship

01:25:05 Surrounding Yourself with the Right People

01:27:21 Long-Term Commitment to Entrepreneurship

Hi, thanks for stopping by!

You’re listening to #TheBarbershopWithShantanuS2: #RaisersEdge. Today's episode is chock full of drama! You will learn what NOT to do if you want funding for your company.

Stick around till the end, because you won't find these insights anywhere else!

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ABOUT OUR CHANNEL

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones.

The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success.

We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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Hi, thanks for stopping by! You’re listening to #TheBarbershopWithShantanuS2: #RaisersEdge.

Today's episode is a shorter, but a power-packed one, with Arjun Purkayastha and Toshan Tamhane talking all things Angel Investing with Shantanu at the Barbershop. Stick around till the end, because you won't find these insights anywhere else! _____________________________________________________

00:00:00 Coming up

00:00:57 Welcome to the Barbershop!

00:01:48 Reflections from the day

00:02:43 More & more audacity from founders

00:05:07 Angel investments as an asset class

00:05:53 Why invest as an Angel?

00:09:21 How do the seekers do it?

00:13:34 Problems when taking on Angel Money

00:15:55 The truth about Angel investing

00:20:13 Best Angel investors the Seeker's have met

00:24:32 Angel investing is an exclusive club

00:26:32 Takeaways & Conclusion _____________________________________________________

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBarberShopwS

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ABOUT OUR CHANNEL

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship.

Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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Hi, thanks for stopping by!

You’re listening to #TheBarbershopWithShantanuS2: #RaisersEdge. In this episode, you’ll hear the team of Aspire For Her: Divya Sampath and Madhura DasGupta Sinha discuss the journey behind creating and running Aspire For Her - an organisation which in their words is by women, for women and of women!

Stay tuned till the end of the episode to see whether our equity seekers - Shantanu Deshpande, Toshan Tamhane, Arjun Purkayasth and Ashu Suyash decide to invest in them or not.

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00:00:00 Coming Up.

00:00:54 Welcome to Raiser's Edge.

00:01:51 Today's Equity Seekers.

00:03:42 Meet Aspire for Her.

00:06:33 Why build Aspire for Her?

00:10:36 On ensuring effective mentorship.

00:14:42 Tools deployed for learning.

00:15:21 On building communities.

00:16:56 Gig-Economy/Freelance work.

00:17:17 Making women financially free.

00:19:24 On women quitting careers.

00:20:37 On communities being necessary.

00:21:06 Entrepre-naris and making job creators.

00:21:31 On rebuilding women facing devastating losses.

00:22:50 Demographic breakdown.

00:23:24 On dealing with business fragmentation.

00:26:40 Who are the customers?

00:27:11 What are the revenue models?

00:27:48 Breakdown of expected revenues.

00:29:22 Should companies outsource DEI?

00:35:08 On the need to raise funds.

00:36:09 Why alternative means of funding won't work.

00:39:36 Gender Parity in India vs USA.

00:41:13 Trouble in financial projections?

00:45:22 The Ask 00:45:53 Strategic Timeout.

00:46:01 Financials Being Wrong.

00:46:50 Concerns around why dilution is considered.

00:50:30 Ending up with more questions than answers.

00:52:30 Struggle to make the business easy.

00:55:20 The Verdict

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ABOUT OUR CHANNEL

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones.

The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success.

We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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Hi, thanks for stopping by! You’re listening to #TheBarbershopWithShantanuS2: #RaisersEdge.

In this episode, you’ll listen to the team of fin-tech app Liquide, Anuj Bajpai (CEO), Kunal Ambasta (COO), Paritosh Gunjan (CTO), and Aniket Shirke (CFO/CDAO), discuss their journey behind creating the app, their monetisation model, the importance of breaking down investing for laymen and so much more! Stay tuned till the end of the video to see if our equity seekers - Shantanu Deshpande (Founder and CEO, Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae), Meghana Narayan (Co-founder and CEO, Slurrp Farm), and Mandar Vaidya (CEO, OYO Europe) decide to invest in them or not. Liked the video? Like, comment & subscribe for more!

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ABOUT OUR CHANNEL

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser’s Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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APPLY NOW We are looking for early stage companies with: - Amazing Founders - Operating in large markets - Are post revenue - TBWS will put in the first or second institutional cheque! Email us about you and your start-up at barbershop@bombayshavingcompany.com.

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You’re watching #TheBarbershopWithShantanuS2: #RaisersEdge.

In this episode, you’ll listen to two scientists who are pushing the boundaries with their products. Dr. Anuya Nisal and Dr. Swati Shukla, co-founders of Serigen, an innovation driven, tissue regeneration company discuss their products, their journeys towards creating a silk solution for bone repair, their backgrounds, achievements and much more!

Stay tuned to find out if Shantanu Deshpande (Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae), Mandar Vaidya (OYO), and Meghna Narayan (Slurrp Farm) decide to deploy capital to Serigen or not!

Hi, thanks for stopping by!

You’re listening to #TheBarbershopWithShantanuS2: #RaisersEdge.

In this episode, you’ll hear Kiran Shah, CEO of Go Zero take us through his journey from his family business and expansion of Apsara Ic creams, to creating Go Zero – a fully vegan ice cream brand.

Stay tuned to find out if Shantanu Deshpande (Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae), Mandar Vaidya (OYO), and Meghna Narayan (Slurrp Farm) decide to deploy capital to Go Zero or not!

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We are looking for early-stage companies with: - Amazing Founders - Operating in large markets - Are post revenue - TBWS will put in the first or second institutional cheque!

Email us about you and your start-up on barbershop@bombayshavingcompany.com. For more details follow us on our other socials!

2 passionate founders, incredible story tellers, came in and told us how they built a formidable business through Covid.

Also, Humour Quotient of S2 Premiere is through the roof! Listen to Shantanu Deshpande, Meghana Narayan and Mandar Vaidya on the Season Premiere of The BarberShop with Shantanu season 2!

We are looking for early stage stage companies with:

- Amazing Founders

- Operating in large markets

- Are post revenue

- TBWS will put in the first or second institutional cheque!

Email us about you and your start-up on barbershop@bombayshavingcompany.com.

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About me & The BarberShop with Shantanu:

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones.

Chapterisation:

00:00-00:44 Coming Up: Vineeta’s story; “When I get my chance…”

0:44-2:12 The McKinsey introduction. “Finale Thoda different hona chahiye.”

2:12-12:15 Vineeta’s early life and learnings from her dad. “I started at 23”

12:15-22:07 Self-worth, self-doubt… why IIT couldn’t break Vineeta

22:07-33:13 Underconfidence or overconfidence, which is better for women?

33:13-40:27 Building the Best Company for women.”CRYING IS NOT A BREAKDOWN”

40:27-1:00:15 Battling gender bias in the workplace

1:00:15-1:19:03 History suggests women leaders struggle to create other women leaders. How Vineeta is trying to change this

1:19:03-1:33:30 The male POV on makeup and the men who believed in Sugar.

1:33:30-1:42:07 How Sugar is run. 1:42:07-1:43:44 Content marketing is a long-term strategic advantage.

1:43:44-1:44:56 Acquiring Enn.

1:44:56-1:49:46 Not wanting to be a digital Unilever.

1:49:46-1:51:52 Why ONE 200 Crore brand is 4-5 times more powerful than a 200Cr mix of brands

1:51:52-2:01:41 Being in the limelight, impact on children, family relationships, negative attention, and the social and financial implications.

2:01:41-2:03:42 Being her authentic self on Shark Tank India.

2:03:42-2:07:12 Thoughts on influencing the ecosystem.”My story is so imperfect that…”

2:07:12-2:08:21 What’s the finale for Vineeta and Sugar?

2:08:21-2:10:35 I hope The Barbershop Podcast becomes as big as Shark Tank India.

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About me & The BarberShop with Shantanu:

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship.

Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu is a podcast where I call entrepreneurs I admire, and go deep with them. Their journey, dreams, failures, challenges, parenthood, marriage, cofounder fights, loneliness, investors, money, success and so much more. The aim is to make entrepreneurship relatable and accessible.

We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 6 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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It is out! Pre-season finale is now yours to view.

Tune into our YouTube and Spotify to hear Shantanu and Revant talk about entrepreneurship, learning and hard work! Across IIMs, startups and consulting.

Don't miss this one 👀

Chapterisation:

00:00 - 00:48 Coming up: ‘Kyon nahi ho sakta…Chalo Karte Hai na..Keeda hai toh kya karein'

01:38 - 04:40 How Revant became Bombay Shaving Company’s most valuable Angel Investor

04:40 - 11:00 Here’s the selfish motive in angel investing no one tells you about

11:00 - 14:00 An angel investor who doesn’t give advice. Here’s how Revant ads value.

14:00 - 18:06 How Revant became an entrepreneur - “Tum bataa do karna kya hai ab”

18:06 - 24:30 How changing schools in childhood made Revant comfortable with uncertainty

24:30 - 35:00 Against the odds - The birth and growth of Mosaic through the pandemic explained

35:00 - 44:00 How to respect crazy valuations - ’The answer you must have in your head’

44:00 - 50:00 Revant’s equation with his Co-Founder, Dhyanesh – “And Dhyanesh brings this big thaela”

50:00 - 51:00 The ‘terrible’ and ‘stubborn’ side of Revant

51:00 - 56:20 Diving deep into Mosaic, The Fab-first people

56:20 - 01:00:00 The Importance of Designations. “Mujhe nahi pataa kya karna hai, par kuch toh karna hai"

01:00:00 - 01:04:00 Being the wind beneath the wings of new hires

01:04:00 - 01:06:00 How to resolve the appraisal dissonance - Setting expectations clearly.

01:06:00 - 01:08:00 A little bit of Mckinsey banter (All in good fun)

01:08:00 - 01:13:00 How to become more valuable to your company

01:13:00 - 01:17:00 What is the single biggest trait in an individual that Revant is willing to invest in

01:17:00 - 01:25:00 The Difference between US and India “Jo Tamil Nadu mein Kaam karta hai woh Rajasthan mein kaam nahi karega”

01:25:00 - 01:33:00 Revant defining wealth for his people “The most impactful resources do it for the outcome”

01:33:00 - 01:38:00 The journey of an Entrepreneur. “Life mein chaar pillar hote hain khushi ke”

01:38:00 - 01:50:00 How to leverage your investors: This is how Revant does it

01:50:00 - 02:02:00 The tricky line between demonizing failure and glorifying effort

02:02:00 - 02:08:00 The best investors in Revant’s books -”All phenomenal judgment call takers”

02:08:00 - 02:11:00 How Bombay Shaving Company transformed after an investor’s input

02:11:00 - 02:14:00 Getting better as an investor by playing the field - Revant’s mantra

02:14:00 - 02:24:30 Learning to live by the sword. Judgment calls and risk-taking appetite

02:24:30 - 02:33:00 Building a personal brand for the benefit of your company: Revant’s take

02:33:00 - 02:37:23 Creating your own path of success: The Single Biggest Learning from The BarberShop with Shantanu Season 1

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About me & The BarberShop with Shantanu:

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae.

I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu is a podcast where I call entrepreneurs I admire, and go deep with them. Their journey, dreams, failures, challenges, parenthood, marriage, cofounder fights, loneliness, investors, money, success and so much more. The aim is to make entrepreneurship relatable and accessible.

We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 6 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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Chapterisation:

00:00-00:46: Coming Up: From when no one became an entrepreneur to now

00:46-13:10: Money, Freedom & Fearlessness: Can it be planned?

13:10-19:59: How Snapdeal Co Founders became investors

19:59-25:01: 3 qualities that will get you an investment from Rohit & Kunal

25:01-27:43: The MOST IMPORTANT trait Rohit looks for in an entrepreneur

27:43-44:13: What to do when things don't go your way. Managing stress.

44:13-48:47 Rohit on helping founders. “We are not investors..But”

48:47-56:16 Rohit & Kunal: A marriage of a different kind

56:16-57:57 Who becomes an entrepreneur and who doesn't?

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About me & The BarberShop with Shantanu:

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones.

The BarberShop with Shantanu is a podcast where I call entrepreneurs I admire, and go deep with them. Their journey, dreams, failures, challenges, parenthood, marriage, cofounder fights, loneliness, investors, money, success and so much more.

The aim is to make entrepreneurship relatable and accessible. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 6 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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Shantanu sits down with Ajoy Chawla, CEO of Titan’s Jewellery Division, for a masterclass in brand building and leadership. Ajoy’s role in transforming Tanishq into a household name and reshaping India’s jewellery market is nothing short of remarkable. In this candid conversation, he shares insights on Titan’s failures and learnings from them, differentiation, quality, and staying ahead of shifting consumer trends.

Tune in for a deep dive into:

- The evolution of Titan’s marketing strategy.

- India’s diamond legacy and its future.

- Building a timeless consumer brand in the country.

- Navigating the preferences of today’s young consumers.

A must-watch for anyone interested in innovation, strategy, and luxury retail!

Drop your thoughts in the comments—and in the process, earn a chance to interact with Shantanu as audience in our next shoot.

Navigate your way through this conversation:

00:00 Coming Up

01:20 Titan and Its Market Impact

02:34 Journey of Titan: From Watches to Jewellery

11:51 Innovations in Eyewear and Accessories

23:28 The Evolution of Jewellery: Tanishq's Journey

31:28 Titan's Marketing DNA and Brand Building

38:41 Adapting to Smartwatches and Market Trends

40:49 The Emotional Connection to Watches

42:42 The Importance of Design in Product Development

43:41 Creating Unique Value in Saturated Markets

45:57 Understanding Consumer Behaviour and Market Trends

48:10 The Evolution of the Jewellery Business

49:47 Building Trust in the Jewellery Industry

51:48 Creating Unique Collections and Customer Experiences

56:12 The Role of Trust and Transparency in Jewellery

58:38 Understanding the Four C's of Diamonds

01:02:54 The Historical Significance of Diamonds in India

01:23:09 The Adornment Play: Diamonds and Jewellery

01:25:30 The Lab-Grown Diamond Revolution

01:32:47 Market Dynamics: Natural vs. Lab-Grown Diamonds

01:42:54 The Future of Lab-Grown Diamonds

01:52:50 Titan's Growth Strategy and Consumer Trends

Snapdeal wasn’t the first business built by Rohit and Kunal - the first was Money Saver and this is the story 😅

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Chapters:

00:00-00:41 Coming Up: “Doing everything wrong” & more

00:41-14:50: Growing up in Bhatinda, 'Jab We Met', humble beginnings & big dreams

14:50-17:37 Jab Rohit met Kunal

20:56-28:31 Starting a business with a school friend -‘when all the visas ran out’

28:31-41:32 From having no clue to having Snapdeal

41:32-48:35 How Snapdeal captured 70% market share in a year: “Har ek ko roz ek coupon bechna hai”

48:35-55:15 Snapdeal's first pivot

55:15-1:00:28 ‘Oh that’s what he meant by help!’. How Rohit and Kunal got their first investment?

1:00:28-1:05:06 OGs paving the way for the new wave of Indian entrepreneurship

1:05:06-1:08:02 : Don't miss Part 2 of the Inspiration

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About me & The BarberShop with Shantanu:

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones.

The BarberShop with Shantanu is a podcast where I call entrepreneurs I admire, and go deep with them. Their journey, dreams, failures, challenges, parenthood, marriage, cofounder fights, loneliness, investors, money, success and so much more. The aim is to make entrepreneurship relatable and accessible.

We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 6 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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Toshan Tamhane, the current Chief Strategy Officer at UPL, Shantanu’s mentor and first boss talks about entrepreneurship in India, creating wealth, and much more!

Chapterisation:

00:00-00:40 Coming up: Wisdom unlimited :)

00:40-05:20 Toshan invests in founders who pass his 'Delayed Flight Test'

05:20-13:53 Treating people well. Red flags in founders & ‘The Stagnant Unicorn Syndrome’

13:53-15:20 ‘Decacorns becoming house of cards’ - The cost of learning 15:20-22:17 Can a founder raise too much money?

22:17-25:44 Difference between Public and Private markets. Why did Michael Dell take Dell Private?

27:19-34:45 Entrepreneurial spirit in India. The need to make Gods, Human

34:45-37:40 Why did Toshan join UPL?

37:40-43:47 What club do you aspire to be in, and how to decide?

43:47-49:59 The concept of 'Hobby' Money. And how to use debt to optimize equity

49:59-51:53: What you should definitely know by

35 51:53-55:05 How Toshan changed after Covid. ‘Will this matter in 5 years?’

55:05-1:00:14 When is it time to take the entrepreneurial leap? The final word

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About me & The BarberShop with Shantanu:

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones.

The BarberShop with Shantanu is a podcast where I call entrepreneurs I admire, and go deep with them. Their journey, dreams, failures, challenges, parenthood, marriage, cofounder fights, loneliness, investors, money, success and so much more. The aim is to make entrepreneurship relatable and accessible.

We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 6 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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Toshan Tamhane, the current Chief Strategy Officer at UPL, Shantanu’s mentor and first boss talks about creating wealth, what it takes to be a successful CEO and much more!

Chapterisation:

00:00-00:41 Coming Up: ‘Bada Socho’ and so much more.

00:41-02:38 Shantanu and Toshan’s special relationship and ‘the first cheque’

02:38-05:05 Not taking the ‘easy way’.Toshan’s ‘humbling and inspiring visit to BSC’.

05:05-10:50 Toshan’s telling prediction about Shantanu in a hotel lobby

10:50-14:02 Double-clicking on Toshan’s tenure at Mckinsey. Doing the ‘Craziest Things’

14:02-20:03 Toshan's life fundas - ‘Not just return on time, it’s the fun on time invested’.

20:03-26:37 How complete clarity in school shaped Toshan’s career - The law of least effort.

26:37-29:46 Mckinsey is a fantastic club

29:46-49:35 What makes a successful CEO? It's a tough job.

49:35-57:10 Being a ‘Chess Grandmaster’ CEO and other gems from sports, for success.

57:10-1:02:56 ‘Everyone has a plan till you get punched in the face’. How to plan well

1:02:56-1:10:20 Different types of leaders

1:10:20-1:11:15 Coming up in S1E7 Part 2

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About me & The BarberShop with Shantanu:

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones.

The BarberShop with Shantanu is a podcast where I call entrepreneurs I admire, and go deep with them. Their journey, dreams, failures, challenges, parenthood, marriage, cofounder fights, loneliness, investors, money, success and so much more. The aim is to make entrepreneurship relatable and accessible.

We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 6 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)

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Presenting...

Our newest guest

Bhavna Suresh

Hear the Founder of 10club candidly chat all things entrepreneurship.

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About me & The BarberShop with Shantanu:

My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu is a podcast where I call entrepreneurs I admire, and go deep with them. Their journey, dreams, failures, challenges, parenthood, marriage, cofounder fights, loneliness, investors, money, success and so much more. The aim is to make entrepreneurship relatable and accessible. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 6 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :)