Episodes

The Science Behind High-Converting Emails
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April 15, 2023

The Science Behind High-Converting Emails

Traditional email marketing is outdated. Low engagement, static designs, and lack of interactivity limit its effectiveness. But AMP-powered interactive emails are rewriting the rules, turning emails into mini-web experiences that drive higher conversions. In this episode, MailModo founder Aquibur Rahman breaks down: Why traditional email marketing no longer works How interactive AMP emails boost engagement and conversion rates The psychology of email interactivity and why users respond better Ho...
The Science of Selecting the Right Influencers for Your Brand
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April 9, 2023

The Science of Selecting the Right Influencers for Your Brand

Brand partnerships with influencers often fail—not because of bad products, but because brands bet on the wrong creators. Vanity metrics like follower count do not always translate to real impact. How can businesses identify authentic, high-performing influencers who actually drive engagement and sales? In this episode, Kalyan Kumar, founder of KlugKlug , reveals: Why nano and micro-creators often outperform celebrity influencers How to spot fake followers and avoid wasted marketing spend The ri...
The Viral Content Playbook: Lessons from 500M+ Views
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March 27, 2023

The Viral Content Playbook: Lessons from 500M+ Views

Going viral is not luck—it is a formula. Every company is now a media company, and those who master high-impact, shareworthy content win. But what actually makes content go viral? In this episode, Aashish Chopra, India’s leading content marketer , reveals: The psychology of viral content and what makes people share The biggest mistakes founders and marketers make about virality The top archetypes of shareable digital content How to create organic content that drives massive reach The future of p...
How to Scale a SaaS Product Without a Sales Team
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March 6, 2023

How to Scale a SaaS Product Without a Sales Team

The future of SaaS is automation, but not every company needs venture capital to scale. Pabbly has built a global SaaS success story from India without VC funding, taking on giants like Zapier. How did they do it? In this episode, Neeraj Agarwal, founder of Pabbly , shares: How Pabbly built a global brand in automation from India The LTD vs. MRR pricing debate and what works best for SaaS How creator partnerships and product evangelists drive organic growth The marketing strategy that made Pabbl...
How Writesonic Grew 7X in 7 Months With AI
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Feb. 26, 2023

How Writesonic Grew 7X in 7 Months With AI

Scaling a startup at lightning speed requires more than just a great product. It takes AI-driven marketing, data-backed decision-making, and a lean, high-impact growth strategy. Writesonic did exactly that—achieving 7X growth in just seven months. In this episode, CVS Chaitanya, Growth Lead at Writesonic , reveals: The lean marketing funnel that fueled Writesonic’s rapid growth How AI-powered content and automation drive customer acquisition The role of data-first decision-making in scaling a Sa...
From Zero to $10M: Taplio & Tweethunter's No-BS SaaS Growth Playbook
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Feb. 20, 2023

From Zero to $10M: Taplio & Tweethunter's No-BS SaaS Growth Playbook

Building a SaaS business that scales fast is hard—doing it organically, without heavy funding, is even harder . But that is exactly what Tibo Louis-Lucas & Tom Jacquesson did, growing Tweethunter and Taplio from zero to millions in ARR in just 18 months before exiting for nearly $10M. In this episode, Tibo Louis-Lucas breaks down: How they built 11 MVPs in 10 weeks before landing on a winning product The early-stage growth strategies that helped them dominate Twitter & LinkedIn How they leverage...
Scaling from Zero to Millions: Arjun Vaidya's D2C Growth Formula
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Feb. 12, 2023

Scaling from Zero to Millions: Arjun Vaidya's D2C Growth Formula

Scaling a D2C brand is about more than just great products—it requires smart branding, performance marketing, and community-driven growth . Arjun Vaidya built Dr. Vaidya’s into India’s leading Ayurveda D2C brand , and now, as co-founder of V3 Ventures, he is helping the next wave of D2C founders scale faster. In this episode, Arjun Vaidya breaks down: The branding and storytelling strategies that make D2C brands stand out How to balance content marketing and performance marketing for sustainable...
From Side Hustle to $3M Agency: The Freelancer-to-Agency Playbook
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Feb. 5, 2023

From Side Hustle to $3M Agency: The Freelancer-to-Agency Playbook

Building an agency from scratch is tough—scaling it to millions in revenue before 25 is even tougher. But Ayush Wadhwa did exactly that with OWLED Media , turning it into one of India’s fastest-growing creative agencies. In this episode, Ayush Wadhwa, Founder & Creative Director of OWLED Media , reveals: Freelancer vs. agency owner mindset —what separates those who scale The cold email strategy that landed his first big clients How he built a high-performance team from his first 3 hires The bigg...
From Zero to Millions: The Neil Patel Growth Blueprint
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Jan. 28, 2023

From Zero to Millions: The Neil Patel Growth Blueprint

Digital marketing is constantly evolving, but few have mastered it like Neil Patel . As the founder of NP Digital , he has built a $100M marketing empire while helping brands dominate search, content, and performance marketing. In this episode, Neil Patel reveals: The most effective digital marketing strategies in 2024 How to build a personal brand that drives business growth The role of SEO, content, and influencer marketing in scaling businesses Performance marketing vs. brand marketing— which...
The Shopify Playbook for Scaling a D2C Brand in India
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Jan. 15, 2023

The Shopify Playbook for Scaling a D2C Brand in India

India’s D2C landscape is evolving fast, and creator-led commerce is redefining the future of retail . With barriers to entry lower than ever, what does this mean for entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and digital-first brands? In this episode, Bharati Balakrishnan, Country Head & Director at Shopify India & SEA , unpacks: The rise of solopreneurs and creator-led brands in India How D2C startups compete with established retail giants The growing opportunities in cross-border e-commerce How creators can...
The Role of Habit-Building in Product Success
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Jan. 15, 2023

The Role of Habit-Building in Product Success

Creating a new product category is not just about innovation—it is about market education, brand trust, and long-term adoption . Vishal Gondal, the visionary behind GOQii Smart Healthcare , built a wearable tech-driven health ecosystem in a market dominated by fitness giants. How did he do it? In this episode, Vishal Gondal, Founder & CEO of GOQii , unpacks: The GOQii origin story and the strategy behind category creation The role of product vs. marketing in building a new industry How trust and...
Why Your Content Isn’t Working—And How to Fix It
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Jan. 13, 2023

Why Your Content Isn’t Working—And How to Fix It

Content is more than just marketing—it is a growth engine for brand influence, trust, and revenue . Yet, many businesses still fail to leverage it effectively. In this episode, Aashutosh Katre, Founder & Director of Yellow Seed , breaks down: Why content is still underrated as a marketing tool How brands can align content with business goals for real impact The metrics that matter when measuring content effectiveness How to build a kickass content strategy that drives revenue The future of conte...
What Brands Get Wrong About Viral Content
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Jan. 13, 2023

What Brands Get Wrong About Viral Content

Meme marketing is not just about humor—it is a science of cultural relevance, engagement psychology, and viral distribution . The brands that master it dominate online conversations. In this episode, Vivekanand Kilari, co-founder of Wubba Lubba Dub Dub , India’s fastest-growing meme marketing agency, reveals: How brands leverage memes to drive viral engagement The psychology behind why people share content Case studies from hit campaigns like Mirzapur and Scam 1992 How to create relatable, high-...
The Biggest Digital Marketing Trends of 2023
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Jan. 11, 2023

The Biggest Digital Marketing Trends of 2023

The digital marketing landscape is evolving fast. With shifting consumer behavior, ad spend trends, and new content formats , brands must adapt or be left behind. What strategies will define 2023? In this episode, Rajni Daswani, Director of Digital Marketing at SoCheers , unpacks: Key consumer behavior shifts shaping digital marketing in 2023 The post-pandemic spending rebound —what brands need to know Ad spend trends —TV vs. Print vs. Digital Which brands are set to dominate ad budgets in 2023 ...
Why Some Creators Make Millions While Most Struggle
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Jan. 9, 2023

Why Some Creators Make Millions While Most Struggle

India’s creator economy is exploding, with micro-influencers, content entrepreneurs, and brand partnerships redefining digital success . But what separates thriving creators from the rest ? In this episode, Himani Agrawal & Rishabh Nahar from OML break down: The demographics of India’s creator landscape —who’s making it big and where Top platforms for growth —where creators should be focusing their efforts What separates great creators from the good ones How micro-influencers can create and sell...
The No-Fluff Guide to Breaking Out as an Indie Musician
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Jan. 9, 2023

The No-Fluff Guide to Breaking Out as an Indie Musician

India’s indie music scene is exploding. With streaming platforms leveling the playing field, independent artists are going mainstream, building global audiences, and monetizing music like never before . But how do you get started? In this episode, Gaurav Dagaonkar, co-founder of Hoopr.ai , breaks down: The rise of indie musicians in India and what is fueling the movement A simple, cost-effective blueprint for producing and distributing music New monetization opportunities beyond streaming revenu...
How to Build a $12K/Month Affiliate Marketing Business
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Dec. 31, 2022

How to Build a $12K/Month Affiliate Marketing Business

Affiliate marketing sounds simple—set up a blog, add links, and watch the money roll in. But turning it into a consistent, high-earning income stream takes strategy, SEO mastery, and the right tools . In this episode, Sandeep Mallya, founder of 99signals , reveals: How he built a $12K/month affiliate marketing business The SEO strategies that drive long-term affiliate income How the affiliate marketing landscape is evolving in 2024 The top tools every aspiring affiliate marketer should use Actio...
The Rise of Creator Commerce: How to Sell Products as a Creator
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Dec. 25, 2022

The Rise of Creator Commerce: How to Sell Products as a Creator

Every creator is an entrepreneur—but only a few know how to monetize beyond brand deals and build a sustainable business . As India's creator economy explodes, understanding the right time and strategies to monetize is critical. In this episode, Jag Chima, co-founder of IPLIX Media , breaks down: The creator vs. creative entrepreneur mindset —what separates long-term winners The best monetization models for creators in emerging markets How micro-creators (sub-10K followers) can start earning tod...
How A Doctor Built a 185K+ Audience on Instagram ft. Dr. Manan Vora
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Dec. 17, 2022

How A Doctor Built a 185K+ Audience on Instagram ft. Dr. Manan Vora

Doctors are no longer confined to clinics—many are now educators, influencers, and digital entrepreneurs . As social media reshapes healthcare conversations, medical professionals who embrace content are building authority and impact at scale . In this episode, Dr. Manan Vora (The Sports Ortho) reveals: How he accidentally became a content creator while practicing medicine The value of content creation in building trust and authority His creator setup—team, tools, and workflow The ethics of prod...
The No-Fluff Guide to Scaling a SaaS Startup Cheap & Fast
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Dec. 11, 2022

The No-Fluff Guide to Scaling a SaaS Startup Cheap & Fast

Early-stage startups don’t have the luxury of big budgets, but that doesn’t mean they can’t scale fast. Growth hacking is about smart execution, not deep pockets —and the right strategies can take a startup from obscurity to market leader. In this episode, Meenank Minnu, ex-Head of Marketing at Pitchground , breaks down: How to build a high-impact marketing strategy with limited resources The right channel mix for early-stage startups —what works and what’s a waste Pricing strategies for SaaS bu...
Why Social Media Isn’t Enough—And Blogs Are Making a Comeback
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Dec. 3, 2022

Why Social Media Isn’t Enough—And Blogs Are Making a Comeback

With 6 million blog posts published daily , is blogging still worth the effort, or has social media taken over? In a world of short-form content and algorithm-driven feeds , where does blogging fit in? In this episode, Richa Singh, co-founder & CEO of Blogchatter , India’s largest blogging community, reveals: Why blogging is evolving, not dying—and how to stay ahead The real value of blogging vs. social media content How business blogging has changed and what brands should know What to expect fr...
Inside a Media Investor’s Mind: The Big Bets in Gaming, Animation & Digital Media
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Nov. 26, 2022

Inside a Media Investor’s Mind: The Big Bets in Gaming, Animation & Digital Media

India’s Media & Entertainment industry is on track to hit $70B by 2030 , fueled by OTT, gaming, animation, and the booming creator economy. With top creators like Ranveer Allahbadia and Tanmay Bhat investing in media startups , where is the real money flowing? In this episode, Kabir Kochhar, Founder & Managing Partner of Audacity Venture Capital , unpacks: The investment landscape for media startups—what’s hot, what’s not Why US media startups scale faster and how selling in the US differs The b...
Lessons From a Founder Who Built a $20M Startup Without Funding
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Nov. 20, 2022

Lessons From a Founder Who Built a $20M Startup Without Funding

Building a startup without VC money is tough—scaling it to $20M in revenue is even tougher. But Udit Goenka, founder of PitchGround, did exactly that , turning a bootstrapped SaaS marketplace into a multi-million dollar success story . In this episode, Udit Goenka reveals: How he built PitchGround from scratch and landed his first SaaS deals The MVP, first hires, and early marketing playbook that fueled growth How he cracked customer acquisition and community-driven marketing Scaling without VC ...
The Founder’s Guide to Investor Optics and Startup Valuation
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Nov. 12, 2022

The Founder’s Guide to Investor Optics and Startup Valuation

A great startup begins with the right foundation, funding strategy, and market validation . But how do you test your idea, attract investors, and decide between bootstrapping or VC funding ? In this episode, K N Karthikeyan, founder of Arthhaa , an investment bank specializing in early-stage startups, reveals: The ultimate litmus test for startup ideas —solution vs. real problem How to conduct market research before you build Biggest pitfalls pre-seed founders must avoid Bootstrapped vs. VC-fund...