The Startup OG Podcast

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Nikunj Thakkar

11 episodes

7 months ago

Send us a text In this episode of The Startup OG Podcast, host Nikunj Thakkar chats with Utsav Patel, founder of Supergrow.ai, about his journey from college dropout to building a lean, impactful SaaS product helping creators grow on LinkedIn. 🎧 In this episode, we cover: Utsav’s story from Gujarat Technological University to startup lifeThe leap from customer support to product managementBuilding Supergrow.ai with minimal resourcesReal, actionable LinkedIn growth tipsThe hard truths about be...

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Episodes (11/11)

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SaaS, Startups & LinkedIn – Real Talk With Utsav Patel of Supergrow

7 months ago

41 minutes

The Startup OG Podcast

Building a D2C Brand in the Creator Economy | Himanshu Gupta, Co-founder of KREO

Send us a text How do you build a thriving D2C brand in the competitive creator economy? In this episode, we speak with Himanshu Gupta, Co-founder of KREO, a brand that’s redefining the gaming and content creator accessories market. From high-performance gaming keyboards and ergonomic chairs to professional lighting and audio equipment, KREO is empowering creators and gamers to elevate their setups. Himanshu shares: 🎮 The challenges of building a D2C brand in India. 📈 Opportunities in the c...

9 months ago

45 minutes

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Bootstrapping 3 SaaS Startups as a Non-Tech Founder | Ankit Dudhwewala's Journey

Send us a text How do you build and scale multiple SaaS companies without a tech background? In this episode, we sit down with Ankit Dudhwewala, the co-founder of SoftwareSuggest, CallHippo, and ControlHippo. Ankit shares his journey as a bootstrapped, non-tech founder who built not one but three successful SaaS businesses from Ahmedabad. He opens up about: ✅ The challenges and advantages of bootstrapping. ✅ Insights into SEO, sales, and marketing for SaaS companies. ✅ Building and running a ...

10 months ago

45 minutes

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Solving Cross-Border Payments: Rishabh Goel on Merchant of Records with Dodo Payments

Send us a text Join us for an insightful conversation with Rishabh Goel, Co-founder of Dodo Payments, as we dive into the world of cross-border payments and the emerging role of Merchant of Records in simplifying global transactions. 🌍 In this episode, Rishabh takes us through his incredible journey—from studying at BITS Pilani and London Business School to working with leading companies like Wise, Prodigy Finance, and more. He shares how these experiences shaped his vision for building Dodo...

11 months ago

50 minutes

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Bootstrapping, Pivoting, and Going Global: The Story Behind Dyrect with Abhishek Agarwal

Send us a text Join us as we sit down with Abhishek Agarwal, Co-founder of Dyrect, a cutting-edge warranty management platform for modern brands. In this episode, Abhishek shares: His journey of building a startup from PuneThe realities of bootstrapping and multiple startup attemptsThe importance of pivoting to find product-market fitHow Dyrect is helping brands collect first-party data and manage warranties effortlesslyLessons on scaling a business globally from IndiaIf you’re an entrepreneu...

11 months ago

36 minutes

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Building & Selling an EdTech Startup: Raj Kothari’s Journey from MyClassCampus to Teachmint

Send us a text Join us in this episode as we talk with Raj Kothari, Co-founder of MyClassCampus, who shares his journey of building one of India’s largest EdTech startups. Raj dives into how he scaled MyClassCampus into a leading school ERP system and discusses the strategies that led to its successful acquisition by Teachmint. Learn key insights into building a SaaS business, sales and marketing for startups, and navigating the path to an acquisition in the competitive EdTech industry. If yo...

1 year ago

45 minutes

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The Ultimate Product Hunt Launch Playbook: Superjoin's Success Story Revealed

Send us a text 🚀 Want to dominate Product Hunt? Discover the step-by-step strategy that helped Superjoin achieve a #1 Product of the Day, #2 Product of the Week, and rank as the #1 Productivity, Artificial Intelligence, and SaaS product of the week! In this exclusive interview, the Superjoin team breaks down their Product Hunt launch playbook, sharing insider tips on how to plan, execute, and maximize the impact of your Product Hunt launch. Whether you're a SaaS startup, working on an AI prod...

1 year ago

43 minutes

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How Shyamal Parikh Built SmartTask: Insights on SaaS, Funding, and Entrepreneurship

Send us a text In this episode of Entrepreneur's Cafe, we chat with Shyamal Parikh, Founder of SmartTask, an online productivity tool designed to help organizations streamline their workflows. Shyamal shares his entrepreneurial journey, including raising pre-seed funding and building SmartTask in a highly competitive SaaS market. We explore the challenges of scaling a SaaS business, competing in a crowded space, and the evolving role of AI in productivity tools. Whether you're an entrepreneu...

1 year ago

49 minutes

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SmartCue's Journey & How Interactive Demos Can Skyrocket Your Sales | With Robin Singhvi

Send us a text Join us for an exhilarating new episode of the Entrepreneur's Cafe Podcast featuring Robin Singhvi, the innovative Founder of SmartCue. In this episode, we delve into Robin's entrepreneurial journey, exploring the genesis of SmartCue and the vision behind it. Discover how SmartCue is revolutionizing the way businesses engage with their audience and stay ahead of the curve. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and a glimpse into the future of customer engagement! Don't miss ou...

1 year ago

39 minutes

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Xobin's CEO Guruprakash Sivabalan on Pivoting, VC Funding, and Building $500K ARR Business

Send us a text Join us for an insightful episode of the Entrepreneurs Cafe Podcast as we dive deep into the remarkable journey of Guruprakash Sivabalan, the Founder and CEO of Xobin—a smart talent assessment platform that's taking the hiring world by storm. In this episode, Guruprakash shares the story of Xobin's evolution, from its early pivots to building a robust platform that now boasts a $500K ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue). Discover the challenges and triumphs of navigating the world of...

1 year ago

55 minutes

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An Indie Hacker's Journey to $4.5K MRR and beyond | Ft. Sai Krishna, Founder, Superblog.ai

Send us a text Join us in this enlightening episode as we delve into the world of SaaS with Sai Krishna, the indie hacker and brain behind Superblog.ai. Discover how he propelled his platform to an impressive $4.5K MRR and beyond, overcoming the unique challenges of solo entrepreneurship. Dive deep into Sai's journey, from his early days as an indie hacker to becoming a SaaS pioneer, and glean valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts. Tune in for an inspiring story of...

1 year ago

44 minutes