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Weekend Entrepreneurs
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 30 ก.ย. 2024
Join us as we break down real-world business case studies, interview founders building non-obvious businesses, and share actionable insights from our own entrepreneurial journeys. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, we’re here to inspire, educate, and equip India’s next generation of entrepreneurs.
Rohith Salim: x.com/rohith_salim
Govind Chandrasekhar: x.com/govind201
Rohith Salim: x.com/rohith_salim
Govind Chandrasekhar: x.com/govind201
Ep. 9: Building a 150 crore business without VC funding. The Urban Vault Story with Amal Mishra
In this episode, Rohith and Govind sit down with Amal Mishra, co-founder and CEO of Urban Vault, a bootstrapped managed office space company generating over 150 crore INR in revenue with an 18% profit margin. Amal shares his journey from techie to entrepreneur, the challenges of scaling a business with blue-collar workers, and the principles of sustainable, people-first business growth.
This conversation explores themes of bootstrapping, market strategy, and the impact of building meaningful livelihoods for the team while scaling a highly profitable business.
Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction to Amal Mishra and Urban Vault
0:45 - From Tech to Furniture to Managed Office Spaces
10:39 - The Decision to Bootstrap
14:01 - Balancing Personal Finances and Early-Stage Funding
17:25 - Scaling Urban Vault: Profitability and Expansion
19:38 - Building a Team and Culture Without FOMO
27:18 - Scouting Real Estate Supply and Leasing vs. Purchasing
32:35 - Vision and Enjoying the Journey
37:02 - Comparing Old and New Business Mindsets
39:27 - Managing and Motivating a Blue-Collar Workforce
45:01 - Current Challenges and Lessons for Entrepreneurs
48:14 - Rapid-Fire Insights
51:00 - Applying the Blue Ocean Strategy
57:04 - Bootstrapping Software Businesses
1:13:13 - Takeaways and Closing Reflections
💬 Let us know your favorite part of the conversation in the comments!
If you’re interested in startups, entrepreneurship, or the sports industry, hit Subscribe and stay tuned for more conversations like this.
#bootstrap #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurmindset
This conversation explores themes of bootstrapping, market strategy, and the impact of building meaningful livelihoods for the team while scaling a highly profitable business.
Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction to Amal Mishra and Urban Vault
0:45 - From Tech to Furniture to Managed Office Spaces
10:39 - The Decision to Bootstrap
14:01 - Balancing Personal Finances and Early-Stage Funding
17:25 - Scaling Urban Vault: Profitability and Expansion
19:38 - Building a Team and Culture Without FOMO
27:18 - Scouting Real Estate Supply and Leasing vs. Purchasing
32:35 - Vision and Enjoying the Journey
37:02 - Comparing Old and New Business Mindsets
39:27 - Managing and Motivating a Blue-Collar Workforce
45:01 - Current Challenges and Lessons for Entrepreneurs
48:14 - Rapid-Fire Insights
51:00 - Applying the Blue Ocean Strategy
57:04 - Bootstrapping Software Businesses
1:13:13 - Takeaways and Closing Reflections
💬 Let us know your favorite part of the conversation in the comments!
If you’re interested in startups, entrepreneurship, or the sports industry, hit Subscribe and stay tuned for more conversations like this.
#bootstrap #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurmindset
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Ep. 8: Pickleball and Startups: How GoRally is Transforming Recreational Sports in India
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Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, and it's now making waves in India. In this episode, we sit down with Sam and Abhinav, co-founders of GoRally, a company that's revolutionizing recreational sports in India by introducing full-stack pickleball experiences. GoRally's mission is to get the next 10 million Indians playing sports regularly. They're starting with pickleball, settin...
Mensa Brands’ Acquisition Strategy?
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In this breakdown, we try to reverse engineer & reason how Mensa selectively acquires profitable D2C companies-those that have already proven demand in the market, such as Dennis Lingo. We explore why Mensa targets companies at a specific revenue stage, usually beyond the early “0 to 1” phase but primed for scalable growth. The overarching goal here seems to be to leverage distribution, cross-p...
From Bookface to Office Hours: A Typical Week at Y Combinator
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In this video, Govind (a 2x YC founder) breaks down what a typical week at YC looks like: 1] Office Hours with YC Partners: One-on-one feedback from experienced ex-founders. 2] Group Sessions with Fellow Founders: Share weekly wins and challenges in a peer setting that encourages growth and accountability. 3] Founder Talks: Learn from the successes (and failures) of successful YC alums and indu...
When should a startup apply to Y Combinator?
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At what stage of their startup's journey should founders apply to Y Combinator? In this video, Govind shares his personal insights on readiness, market validation, and how having some existing revenue can help you take better advantage of the YC experience. Watch the full episode on applying to and leveraging Y Combinator here: th-cam.com/video/3AJGiTbMo9A/w-d-xo.html #YCombinator #startupgrowt...
Lessons I Learned from Joining Y Combinator at Age 22
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What did it feel like to join Y Combinator at just 22, one year out of college with a startup barely hitting $300K ARR? In this video, Govind (a 2x YC founder) shares how his YC experience scaled up his sense of ambition, and allowed him to see how the best-in-class operate on a day to day basis. Watch the full episode on applying to and going through the Y Combinator program here: th-cam.com/v...
From Samosas to Chole, Chaat, Bhature & Rice Bowls
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Diksha, founder of Samosa Party, explains how they’ve innovated beyond traditional samosas by introducing new menu items like customizable rice bowls, chole bhature, chaats and soon, even desserts! She dives into the brand’s core philosophy of blending Indian flavors with modern, edgy concepts while keeping the vibe casual and inviting. "Samosa Party" isn't just a samosa vendor - it embodies th...
Is Y Combinator worth it for founders targeting the Indian market?
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We discuss the pros and cons of YC for founders whose target market is outside of the US (specifically, India). We break down topics like Silicon Valley investor access, program logistics, and the relevance of YC’s guidance for India-based businesses. Learn how YC’s network, experience with international startups, and partner matching could benefit-or complicate-the journey of founders with a l...
4 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Applying to Y Combinator
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In this video, Govind breaks down the four biggest mistakes founders make when preparing for the YC application process. Here’s what to watch out for: 1] Over-preparing the Application: Don’t focus so much on perfecting the YC application that you neglect your business progress. 2] Ignoring Tactical Details: Avoid getting lost in high-level market analysis-focus on the specific product and cust...
Preparing for the Y Combinator Interview
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How can you best prepare for the 10-minute Y Combinator interview? In this video, Govind - a 2x YC founder - talks about the interview process and provide tips like practicing with YC alums and identifying your top three points ahead of time. Watch our full episode on Govind's Y Combinator journey here: th-cam.com/video/3AJGiTbMo9A/w-d-xo.html #YCombinator #startupinterview #foundertips #entrep...
We were Samosa shamed as a country 🇮🇳
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We were Samosa shamed as a country 🇮🇳
Ep. 7: How Sathya Sampat Built BoldCap: Lessons on Starting a VC Fund & Backing SaaS #startups
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Ep. 7: How Sathya Sampat Built BoldCap: Lessons on Starting a VC Fund & Backing SaaS #startups
Samosa Stories: A Cancer Patient’s Wish & a South Indian Driver's Dream.
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Samosa Stories: A Cancer Patient’s Wish & a South Indian Driver's Dream.
The 4 Strategies Roll-up Startups use to Scale D2C Brands
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The 4 Strategies Roll-up Startups use to Scale D2C Brands
Tracking metrics across 65 Samosa Outlets
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Tracking metrics across 65 Samosa Outlets
Tiny SaaS meets the Roll-up Business Model: Lessons from D2C
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Tiny SaaS meets the Roll-up Business Model: Lessons from D2C
Breaking down Mensa Brands' Valuation
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Breaking down Mensa Brands' Valuation
[Trailer] Ep. 6: A Deep-dive into Rollup Companies like Mensa Brands
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[Trailer] Ep. 6: A Deep-dive into Rollup Companies like Mensa Brands
Ep. 6: Is Mensa Brands' Billion-Dollar Valuation Justified? A Deep Dive into Rollup Companies
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Ep. 6: Is Mensa Brands' Billion-Dollar Valuation Justified? A Deep Dive into Rollup Companies
[Trailer] Ep. 4: Building Samosa Party with Diksha Pande
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[Trailer] Ep. 4: Building Samosa Party with Diksha Pande
[Trailer] Ep 3: Dhruv Sawhney’s Bold Entrepreneurial Journey
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[Trailer] Ep 3: Dhruv Sawhney’s Bold Entrepreneurial Journey
Samosas are not unhealthy - you are lazy!
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Samosas are not unhealthy - you are lazy!
How to Turn Passion Projects into Businesses
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How to Turn Passion Projects into Businesses
Ep. 5: Applying to Y Combinator? What to Expect + Application Tips from a 2-Time YC Founder
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Ep. 5: Applying to Y Combinator? What to Expect Application Tips from a 2-Time YC Founder
Swiggy & Zomato helped us survive COVID-19
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Swiggy & Zomato helped us survive COVID-19
Product Obsession First, Growth Later - Samosa Lessons
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Product Obsession First, Growth Later - Samosa Lessons
Ep. 4: Building a Global QSR Chain - Diksha Pande's Mission
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Ep. 4: Building a Global QSR Chain - Diksha Pande's Mission
Startup Ideas in Elder Care, Housing, Agritech & Climate
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Startup Ideas in Elder Care, Housing, Agritech & Climate
How Hyperpure Could Overtake Zomato’s Food Delivery Business
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How Hyperpure Could Overtake Zomato’s Food Delivery Business
As an employee of Urban Vault and even as an outsider when I first joined this company as a staff member, I had no idea what this company was like or how it operated. But now, after working here for 8 months, I can proudly say that I am a small part of Urban Vault. The way of working here and the passion in every individual is truly unique. This company truly deserves all the success. Best wishes to Mr. Amal Sir for leading and inspiring us🎉
Hello Karan - thanks so much for sharing that. Yes - we are also extremely bullish on Urban Vault and find Amal to be a fantastic leader. All the best in your career and journey.
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Amal mishra a sincere and dedicated CEO..ever seen
He really is quite fantastic.
It's nice to see you in 150Cr plus club...I have predicted about this company 05years back itself
Love it! Glad to see that your prediction has come true :-)
the indian map shown at 0:08 is not right. pls correct it
Hey Harish - thanks for letting me know. Unfortunately, TH-cam does not allow us to update our videos once published. We will be more mindful in the future. Hope you enjoyed the episode!
Hello
Hi Monish - what did you think about the episode?
Really good talk
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the episode!!!
Lol I think it's time Indians should look at themselves, in India people are discriminated against on the basis of dietary preferences, as if eating beef and non veg is a crime, people are getting killed on this, and we indians have the audacity to call others racists, we Indians are more racists
I Just own up when someone shames me for my food culture n way of eating. Being a vegetarian, a lot of demeaning comments come my way
I am so sorry to hear that. Believe me when I say, a lot of these things come from a lack of understanding and pigheaded-ness. Keep being you!
very mindful, very demure
Thanks Abhinav!
I think , you have to make videos in hindi so it work for large audience Thank you
Thanks Devanshu - we are considering doing that in 2025.
What if I am in ideation stage?
Honestly, you are apply to Y Combinator whenever. However, its important to realize that YC is also a VC - your chances of getting in become a lot higher if there are more proof points for the business such as an MVP, paying customers etc. All that said, I do know people who have gotten in with just an idea because they were able to convince the YC partners about the large market they are going after and the camaraderie within the founding team.
Hey Rohith! Nice to see you here!
Hello hello! Hope all is well with you :-)
Peri peri samosa is amazing of Samosa party..
@supin - let's go grab a Peri Peri Samosa this week!
It was truly inspiring to hear Dhruv's journey from senior executive in large corporations to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Your insights and experiences over the years are incredibly valuable and motivating for anyone looking to make a similar transition. Keep up the amazing work!
Hey @chetanchandaliya2902 - thanks a lot for your message and really glad you liked this episode! We have a bunch of other interesting guests coming so hope to see you again soon :-)
amazing!
Thanks @larzish!
Brilliant! Dhruv - comes out a very creative person with great ideas! Hope to see him succeed and become yet another stellar entrepreneur!! Inspiring indeed!
Thanks a lot for the comment here @rajsrini8229. Dhruv is awesome and we’ll be looking to bring on more such kickass entrepreneurs like him on the Weekend Entrepreneurs!
Hey @rajsrini8229 - yep Dhruv is awesome! Thanks so much for the wishes :-)
Lot more to go!
Thanks for commenting 😊
Great insights
Thanks for commenting @SwapnilPatilOG. Looking to bring onboard more such guests :-)
excellent episode - both in terms of questions asked by the hosts and dhruv's insights. looking forward to many more. request: consider adding video chapters. esp for longer videos like this one, i like being able to see and jump to different sections that seem interesting in the moment
@siddharthgopi - you made our day with your comment. Thank you so much for watching! Feedback taken on the video chapters. We have just added them.
Great to see you boys again!
Oh man! Tejas - awesome seeing you here!!!
Awesome
Glad you liked it 🎉