About Guest:
Rohit Choudhury is a bioengineering graduate from IIT Kanpur. He began his career at Toppr as a Product Manager, where he gained extensive experience in B2B and B2C sales. He later joined Kuku FM as a Product Lead, playing a key role in the platform’s growth and user engagement strategies. Driven by a passion for education and upskilling, Rohit co-founded Seekho App, an innovative edtech platform designed to bridge the skill gap for job seekers through AI-driven learning and mentorship programs.
In this podcast, Rohit describes his early entrepreneurial experiences in college, the challenges of managing sales and product development at Toppr, and his journey to co-founding Kuku FM. He also shares valuable insights on user retention, fundraising, strategic decisions, mentorship, and investor relations.
Timestamps:
00:00 College Days and Engineering Background
09:44 Challenges in Reaching Students Through Schools
14:27 Scaling Up: From Scheduling Demos to Managing Teams
17:01 Managing Team Dynamics and Scheduling Challenges
20:43 Building a Custom CRM from Scratch
22:53 Navigating Product Management Challenges
26:53 The Journey to Becoming a Product Manager
30:55 From Doubt Solving to Euro Trip Adventures
34:27 Empowering People Through Learning
38:34 Joining Kuku FM: The Initial Journey
45:53 Supportive Founder and Personal Realizations
50:23 Understanding the Demand for Quality Content in Bharat
52:42 Improving User Engagement and Monetization Strategies
55:45 Navigating Side Projects During COVID
58:22 Debating the Next Steps in Management
01:02:34 The Genesis of Seekho: From Idea to Team Formation
01:08:00 Understanding Equity Structures and Company Formation
01:12:34 The Journey of Building a Learning Platform
01:26:02 Navigating Early-Stage Startup Challenges
01:29:16 Navigating Startup Mentorship and Resource Allocation
01:31:50 Building the Team and Setting Salaries
01:38:34 Navigating the COVID Crisis: Personal and Professional Struggles
01:53:26 Surviving the Financial Crisis
02:01:31 Navigating Investor Relations and Funding Challenges
02:10:51 From Frugality to Growth: The Journey of Monthly Subscriptions
02:18:58 Balancing Checks and Metrics in Performance Marketing
02:28:19 Exploring the Demographics and Challenges of Hindi Learning Platforms
02:35:13 Balancing Profitability and Founder Compensation
02:36:39 Navigating Founder Salaries and Investor Expectations
02:39:37 Building Courage and Pitching to Investors
02:40:23 Building Stories and Attracting Investors
02:41:16 Exploring Udaipur and Jodhpur: A Travel Guide
02:44:55 Learning Through Teaching: A Personal Journey
02:47:25 The Future of Smarter Jobs
Credits:
Host: Shivank Joshi - www.linkedin.com/in/shivankjoshi-2001/
Thumbnail: YaaS
Post Production: YaaS
Support: Zerodha ( zero1byzerodha.com/network )
Disclaimer:
The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the speaker and host are their own and do not represent those of the Exploring Minds platform. The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. All products and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners, and their use does not imply any endorsement or opposition.
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