Not-So-Common Common Sense

How can a B2B startup win enterprise clients without testimonials or an established reputation? In this episode, Rashmi Walia, marketing leader at Assert AI and former agency founder, shares how startups can build credibility, understand customer needs, and attract clients in a competitive B2B market. Drawing on her experience with a company serving 30+ enterprise clients, Rashmi explains how star...

Hydroponic farming can use up to 90% less water than conventional farming while creating new opportunities to grow crops without soil. But can it become the next billion-dollar agribusiness opportunity? In this episode, Sagar Kashyap, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Urban Hydro Towertech, discusses his journey from software entrepreneurship to hydroponic tower manufacturing, the profitabilit...

India has become one of the world’s largest startup ecosystems, but building globally competitive businesses remains a challenge. In this episode, Dhruv Rana, a startup incubator and growth consulting leader, discusses India’s evolving startup culture, why Indian investors remain cautious about early-stage funding, and what separates India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem from those of the US and China...

 A successful career does not always mean a fulfilling one. In this episode, life coach Jaagrat Aggarwal discusses his transition from software engineering to life coaching and why career alignment often begins with understanding who you are, what matters to you, and what kind of work genuinely reflects that. He explains why people can feel trapped or disconnected from corporate careers, what sepa...

AI is increasingly moving beyond productivity and automation into products designed around everyday human experiences. In this episode, Debu Rajput from Soul in Motion discusses two AI-powered products: Ellie, an emotional support companion, and an immersive reading platform designed to make books more interactive. He explains how Ellie handles conversations, privacy, memory, harmful situations, a...

A strong idea may start a business, but systems determine how far it can scale. In this episode, Supratibh shares how founders can build legal, financial, and operational foundations that reduce dependency on individuals and create predictable outcomes. She discusses founder bottlenecks, business structures, compliance, AI adoption, service businesses, scalability, quality, financial management, a...

Recruitment often becomes chaotic when companies, agencies, hiring managers, and candidates operate through disconnected systems. In this episode, Abhishek Bartakke of Syncro Squad shares his journey from the BPO industry to entrepreneurship and recruitment consulting. He explains how Syncro One combines AI, automation, verified candidate data, vendor management, and human expertise. He also discu...

Interior design in India has evolved from a niche service for premium homes into a growing industry shaped by personalisation, technology, and changing customer expectations. In this episode, Abhinav Katiyar of Decord Designs shares how the industry has changed during his career and why customers now seek experiences instead of basic furniture. He also discusses technical skills, client acquisitio...

Building a successful PR agency requires consistent pitching, strong media relationships, and a clear understanding of what makes a brand newsworthy. In this episode, PR entrepreneur Lakshika discusses her journey of working with more than 100 brands across multiple sectors. She explains how startups can build visibility, position their founders, attract funding, and develop lasting media credibil...

Many Indian graduates enter the workforce with academic knowledge but lack the practical and soft skills required by employers. In this episode, Jagdish from CEDRO explains why the bootstrapped EdTech company chose a B2B model over the crowded B2C market. He discusses corporate learning challenges, low client conversion rates, job-readiness programmes, customer retention, business growth, and CEDR...

Pelvic health concerns are common. Yet many patients delay treatment because of embarrassment, misinformation, or uncertainty about which specialist to approach. In this episode, Dr. Sandip Banerjee explains why he founded Pelvinic Micro-Hospital and how its focused healthcare model brings colorectal surgery, urology, urogynecology, and gynecology together under one roof. He also discusses medical...

Health data is increasingly coming from wearables, lab reports, genetic testing, and other sources. Yet turning that information into useful and personalized insights remains difficult. In this episode, Tony Medrano from LongevityPlan. AI explains how the company is combining AI, digital twins, health data, and peptide research to help people better understand their wellness goals, improve perform...

Biological data is often scattered across laboratories, research teams, and companies. This makes valuable connections difficult to identify. In this episode, Thomas from Cambria explains how the company is building an AI-native biological platform that uses evolutionary relationships to help biotech and pharmaceutical teams discover new solutions, strengthen products, and move innovations toward...

India generates millions of tonnes of textile waste every year, but most clothes lose their value once consumers stop wearing them. In this episode, Dheeraj Anand, Founder of BWorth Technologies, explains how the company collects used clothes, rewards consumers with BWorth Coins, and extends the life of garments through reuse, upcycling, and recycling. In This Podcast, We Will Discuss: How BWorth...

AI may help businesses grow faster, but rapid growth can weaken margins when spending is not controlled. In this episode, Ankit Sarawagi, CFO at Verloop.io, explains how AI companies can balance innovation, profitability, unit economics, and capital efficiency while building sustainable businesses. How AI helps businesses grow faster Why growth at any cost is risky The importance of strong unit ec...

As AI tools become a part of everyday business, many organizations are unknowingly exposing sensitive corporate data without understanding where it goes or how it is used. In this episode, Sarabjeet Singh , Founder of SarvaSoft , explains why AI governance, data security, and responsible adoption are becoming essential for every business. From hidden risks in free AI platforms to building secure e...

Parenting is becoming more expensive, more cluttered, and more screen-first. Children own more toys than ever, yet many still struggle with real play, imagination, physical activity, and meaningful engagement. In this episode of the ExitFund Podcast, Saurabh Jain, Founder and CEO of EleFant, explains how his team is building India’s largest toy subscription platform. With 90+ toy brands, 1,200 to...

The corporate workforce is changing fast. The bigger question is whether AI will replace professionals or push them to become sharper thinkers, better decision-makers, and stronger business strategists. In this episode of the ExitFund Podcast, Theertha Murlidhar, a senior consultant at a Big Four firm with 10 years of corporate experience, explains how professionals can stay relevant in the AI era...

India’s infrastructure sector is expanding at massive speed, backed by a $1.4 trillion pipeline driving rapid urban and industrial growth. But this growth also brings environmental pressure and complex supply chain challenges across construction materials. Then, in this episode, Mr. Vikas from Stonepedia explains how the industry is responding through structured sourcing, improved logistics, and m...

Healthcare is changing from “What disease do you have?” to “What health risk can we prevent before it becomes serious?” As India builds the next phase of precision healthcare, the bigger question is whether DNA, biomarkers, microbiome data, and AI can make healthcare more personal, predictive, and affordable. In this episode of the ExitFund Podcast, Rahul Ranganathan from NuGenomics explains how g...

India’s education business is no longer only about coaching centers, exam books, and rank lists. The bigger question is whether the future of India’s test prep industry depends on trust, fair exams, and technology-driven learning. In this episode of the ExitFund Podcast, Avinash Agrawal from Disha Publications explains how paper leaks, student pressure, fake coaching results, and weak accountabili...

India’s fintech story is no longer only about fast payments. The bigger question is whether digital transaction data, UPI adoption, and ecosystem-led finance can solve India’s deeper credit access problem. In this episode of the ExitFund Podcast , Loveena, EVP Business Head at Mega Corporation, explains how UPI has changed the way money moves in India. She breaks down why digital payments are only...

Global logistics costs account for nearly 10–12% of global GDP, yet most people still think logistics is simply about transporting goods from one place to another. In reality, modern logistics has become a technology-driven industry powered by real-time tracking, IT asset management, automation, and operational intelligence. In this episode of the ExitFund Podcast, Ajit Venkatesh from Globe Moving...

Anthropic is reportedly approaching a $900 billion valuation, making it one of the biggest stories in the global AI race. But behind the numbers lies a deeper question: what actually makes an AI company valuable: model intelligence, developer adoption, enterprise trust, or the people training these systems? In this episode of the ExitFund Podcast, Isha Ajmera, Prompt Engineer at Anthropic, shares...

Most conversations around AI in healthcare focus on replacing doctors. But what if the bigger opportunity is using AI to create better-trained, more confident, and more accessible healthcare professionals at scale? In this episode of the ExitFund Podcast, Maj. (Dr.) Saurabh Bhatia shares how his experience in healthcare informatics led to building QQ Sphere, an AI platform helping MBBS students im...