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I have talked about "flow" state enough number of times already. ( I don't quite believe myself !) I have been forever obsessed with the idea that : - life is meant to be ecstatic, exuberant, exhilerating - and hence to do life must be a joyful experience - and if we are currently not experiencing joy, we are probably missing a point - and not just that , when we are able to live life experience in that intersection of creativity + happiness, there is an expansiveness, immersiveness, effortlessness and, timelessness as well. Don't believe me ? Hear it from Headsdpace, McKinsey and HBR. ( links in comments ) Around the time when pandemic hit, I took on this question of finding joy quite seriously. Some resources that helped me : 🌼 Ikigai exercise with Bhavna Toor (She/Her) , as part of the Conscious Woman Leadership Program of Shenomics 🌼 Finding your core competency with Ashley Stahl's U-Turn method 🌼 Last, but not the least, my constant companion of this journey to find joy has been Ayse (Eye-Shay) Birsel 's Design the Life You Love by Ayse Birsel After probably being in hibernation ( can be interchanged with hiding ) for several years trying to find myself and conditioned to be in denial of the real me, I realised I love content - creating, writing, performing. I enjoy being infront of people, camera, on stage and perhaps making an attempt to light up the room, to inspire, to spread a few smiles, to lighten hearts. I am performing my own poem for the first time in an open mic session conducted by our very own Warrior Poet Neha Kirpalani. I am a novice. But know that I love being on the stage, performing, and I will make an attempt to make you smile. Come, if you can - link in comments again. ( The goofy video below was taken by my son during our holiday, and as you can see I created a goofy ripple around me , and I attracted goofy company soon. Enjoy !) #flow #creativity #joy #productivity #feelgoodproductivity

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Finsire has recently started its learning series - Ideally by chatting with the best folks in the Industry. Here, with Siddharth Shetty, Co-founder and CTO of Account Aggregator (AA) from DigiSahamati Foundation, we speak about the data exchange's inception, growth, and future in India. - We use AA for various reasons, including pushing boundaries in India's data exchange layer with various use cases. - It's been about three years since it went live, and over 70 million cumulative Indian accounts are linked. - One-of-a-kind data sharing network from India that is not seen anywhere across the globe, baring Singapore with https://lnkd.in/gyrCQtVQ - Different approach to protect consumers as compared to the previous models that existed to attain consumer data by various methods used by Plaid or Salt Edge Onemoney Finvu (Cookiejar Technologies) Protean eGov Technologies Anumati by Perfios AA NADL - Account Aggregator Computer Age Management Services Limited KFin Technologies Ltd. Enjoy - Please click on the link below and watch the video!

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Yuvraj Singh’s Yuvraj Singh Foundation (YouWeCan) recently faced mixed responses to a breast cancer awareness ad using oranges as a metaphor for breasts. This campaign, featured in Delhi Metro, aimed to raise awareness in a visually impactful way but received criticism from some viewers. This outrage caused a spark in the conversations on social media (~4k). There were mixed topics around which the foundation was criticised. Like, 1. Euphemism  2. Objectification  3. Lack of sensitivity Despite knowing the sensitivity of the topic brand used oranges as a metaphor. Seemed strange. As a recovery method brand should: 1. Clarify Intentions: Clearly communicate the campaign’s purpose, such as raising awareness on a serious health issue, and explain the creative choices to bridge understanding. 2. Understand Feedback: Use social listening to gather feedback 3. Focus on Positives: Highlight the campaign’s impact, like increased awareness or screening participation. 4. Stay Consistent with Values: Reaffirm the brand’s commitment to social causes and health advocacy. #SocialImpact #BreastCancerAwareness

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As a #business person your motivation and zeal to grow your business should be higher than- ✅The revenue and investor expectations asking you to focus on your customers and industries ✅Interest in learning #sales to understand how to hire right sales people, understand when growth is stagnant, when churn is prominent. The above two are of course the most crucial factors but when you are scared, you make mistakes not in execution but in learning & that's more disastrous. I have coached #founders on sales, GTM & hiring. I failed to get the most when their motivation wasn't in place. What gets you motivated?? 🤔 It's Planning. It's a scientific motivation rooted in the satisfaction of a planned action. Planning is the real steroid for the motivation muscle. Once that's taken care, all's taken care. 🙌 #sales #business #ceo #founder #software #risk #people #leadership

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NPS is on the chopping block, but is it all that bad ❓ Diya Sikka, Director, NPSx at Bain & Company (who founded the NPS score) breaks down when NPS works and when it doesn’t. Many companies have fallen into the trap of believing that NPS = business health. When in reality, that means nothing if it’s not tied to revenue. Where NPS shows it’s value is in connection to key value metrics - retention, growth, acquisition. We can’t look at it in a black box, but we can use it as an indicator. What do you think? Are you for or against NPS? Battle it out in the comments below. 🎧 📻 Tune into the latest episode of Experts of Experience to get the full episode #NPS #CustomerExperience *** ♻️ Repost if you found this post insightful 🤝 Follow me, Lauren Wood for more tips on CX, leadership, and human connection in the age of AI

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With a large chunk of India's per capita boost coming in from Tier 2 and Tier 3 non-urban clusters, the need to unblock affordability is more acute now than ever. Fit in the fact that the per capita income would still continue to stay below 5L per annum well upto 2030 and #emi as a lucrative growth lever becomes even more clear. The average online shopper would continue to be price and affordability sensitive. This is also reflected at how Amazon continues to leverage #emi as a dominant feature on it's PDP and checkout pages both. Sometimes the price callout itself being the EMI offered! This is where we at Snapmint step in. ✔️ Approval rates that enable true affordability ✔️ Credit penetration at thin credit zones ✔️ Increase AOV and overall GMV ✔️ Superlative EMI checkout experience ✔️ Reassuring post purchase support for your shoppers Click to know more: www.snapmint.com Abhineet Sawa Ram Prasad #d2c #ecommerce #upi #gmv #aov

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MS Dhoni, is thala for a reason isn’t just an icon on the field. His success in cricket and his ventures into startups showcase the same strategic brilliance, calm demeanor, and knack for innovation. Here’s a closer look at how his on-field tactics mirror his off-field investments. On the cricket field, Dhoni’s ability to remain calm under pressure is legendary. Take the 2011 World Cup final as an example. India was in a tight spot, but Dhoni, with his ice-cool composure, stepped up to guide the team to victory with a match-winning knock. In the startup world, this translates into his approach to investment decisions. When Dhoni invested in CARS24 , he demonstrated the same calm and calculated decision-making, believing in the potential of the pre-owned car market despite the uncertainties. Dhoni’s strategic brilliance is best exemplified by his decision to promote himself up the batting order in the 2011 final. It was an unconventional move that paid off spectacularly. Similarly, in the startup ecosystem, Dhoni’s investment in Dream11 was a masterstroke. By identifying the growing trend of fantasy sports, he aligned himself with a booming industry As a captain, Dhoni was known for nurturing young talent. Dhoni invests in startups like Khatabook , offering not just financial support but also mentorship. His belief in nurturing young entrepreneurs mirrors his on-field tactics of backing young cricketers, fostering growth and innovation. The “helicopter shot” is a testament to his ability to think outside the box. In the startup world, his investment in startups like 7InkBrews, a craft beer company, and HomeLane , an interior design platform, shows his willingness to explore uncharted territories and invest in unique ideas. Just as his innovative shots on the field left bowlers baffled, his bold investments in diverse startups are making waves in the business world. Dhoni’s leadership extends to knowing when to pivot. His retirement from Test cricket in the middle of a series was a strategic move to focus on shorter formats where he could contribute more. This is akin to a startup pivoting its business model. His investment in CARS24, amidst evolving consumer behavior towards buying used cars, and in Homelane, which leverages technology for home interiors, show his foresight in identifying and adapting to market shifts. One of the best examples of his strategic foresight is his investment in the bike startup, MotoRad Ltd. . Just as he guided India to many memorable chases with his strategic brilliance, Dhoni identified the rising trend of ebikes and the increasing demand for affordable mobility solutions. His investment in Motorad aligns with his knack for spotting opportunities that promise long-term growth, much like his uncanny ability to read the game and make winning moves. From orchestrating memorable cricket victories to driving business success, Dhoni’s journey is a masterclass in leadership and strategic thinking.

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Last week we witnessed one of our best-performing campaigns on Smartlead. While I was at #GFF '24 we launched an email campaign to all the attendees. Here’s a breakdown of what it contained: → We scraped attendees of #GFF’24 → Prioritised the list as per our ICP → Using SalesUP Copilot we found domains and ran the entire list through our email enrichment and verification waterfall of 30+ providers - giving us a list of 3K+ emails → We reached out to all these folks asking them to meet while also offering the entire attendee list scrape + guide on how to use the list to book meetings at the event + free credits to our product for phone and email enrichment Apart from a high positive reply % we also saw a 10% lead to sign-up conversion. Goes to show the impact a relevant pitch can have on your email campaign. PS - You can try our product for free to find emails, phone numbers and to scrape Apollo/LSN. All you need to do is sign up via your business email, link in the comments :)

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𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭 Our CEO, Rishikesh Amit Nayak, recently posed a question that hit home: “𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦’𝘴 𝘢 𝘨𝘢𝘱 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘮𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘰𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘮𝘴. 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘨𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘩𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘯’𝘵 𝘪𝘵 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘣𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘵 𝘺𝘦𝘵?” 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐩 𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤. But here’s the good news—𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞, and at Daira Edtech, we’re already designing that bridge. Let me walk you through it: 1. 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 Education shouldn’t be something you prepare for and then finally use when you graduate. The bridge I imagine starts with 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥-𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 from day one. 2. 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Education is a journey, not a destination. The perfect bridge includes mentorship that doesn’t stop at graduation. Imagine students being paired with industry mentors who guide them long after their formal education ends. Mentorship helps them navigate their career path, their first job, their first leadership role, and beyond. 3. 𝐄𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲, 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐭 One reason this bridge remains unbuilt is education lagging behind industry needs. It can be changed by co-creating dynamic curricula with industries, ensuring students gain the skills they’ll need for the future. 4. 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞𝐬 The gap between classrooms and boardrooms goes beyond technical skills—it's about leadership, innovation, and collaboration. We should not just train students to follow instructions but empower them to lead, innovate, and shape the future of industries. 𝐒𝐨, 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐭? Because education and industry have been working in silos for too long, the time to change that is now. At Daira Edtech, we’re breaking down those walls, bringing them together, and creating a future where classrooms and boardrooms are no longer disconnected. Enough from me—I want to hear from you. What’s your take? What would your perfect bridge look like? Let’s build it together. #BridgingTheGap #DairaVision #FutureOfWork #InnovationInEducation #MentorshipMatters #LeadershipDevelopment #CareerReady #IndustryCollaboration #Marketing #CreativeLeadership #StartupJourney #YouthEmpowerment #EducationReform #Engineering #Daira #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #BuildingTheFuture #LinkedInJourney #Education #Startups

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In India, almost 50% of the urban population relies on two-wheelers instead of four-wheelers to get around. In some cities like Bengaluru the figure is as high as 70%. To meet the changing needs of the typical young, savvy worker, Indian startup River has designed a #scooter to meet rising demand: The Indie is balancing style, form and functionality. River Mobility opted for the #3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud to manage the entire lifecycle of Indie - from concept to production - seamlessly on the platform, resulting in improved internal and external collaboration. Engineers can design Indie's critical components, especially the many electrical components, quickly and easily and can define all the connections in a #3D model and then create a wiring harness drawing, which gives them a competitive advantage. The platform's easy accessibility and integration capabilities have significantly reduced product development time and enabled them to go to market faster. Learn more about “Indie” with zero #emissions at the tailpipe, a distinctive, colorful design and unique features for storage, comfort and safety:

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In India, almost 50% of the urban population relies on two-wheelers instead of four-wheelers to get around. In some cities like Bengaluru the figure is as high as 70%. To meet the changing needs of the typical young, savvy worker, Indian startup River has designed a #scooter to meet rising demand: The Indie is balancing style, form and functionality. River Mobility opted for the #3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud to manage the entire lifecycle of Indie - from concept to production - seamlessly on the platform, resulting in improved internal and external collaboration. Engineers can design Indie's critical components, especially the many electrical components, quickly and easily and can define all the connections in a #3D model and then create a wiring harness drawing, which gives them a competitive advantage. The platform's easy accessibility and integration capabilities have significantly reduced product development time and enabled them to go to market faster. Learn more about “Indie” with zero #emissions at the tailpipe, a distinctive, colorful design and unique features for storage, comfort and safety:

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Lessons a B2B SaaS #marketing Professional can learn from the results of the Indian General #elections 2024. Disclaimer: This is an attempt to do an objective analysis of the election outcomes, I'm not trying to support or oppose any political parties or their ideologies here. 1. The Narrative Always Wins In 2014, BJPs campaign slogan was "Ab ki baar Modi sarkaar" (This time, Modi's government). This was a brilliant tagline as it established the BJP as a scrappy underdog that was fighting against the powerful Congress establishment, asking for just one chance from the Indian public. In 2024, the slogan was "Ab ki baar 400 paar" (This time the BJP will get more than 400 seats). This was a disaster. After 10 years in power, it is now the BJP that is the big bad establishment and the Congress-led opposition that's the underdog. This tagline, while rhyming with the past campaign phonetically, was logically the opposite of the story the BJP was trying to tell. 2. Observing Your Opposition Matters While the BJP was campaigning with a poor tagline, the Congress was campaigning with a narrative that established the ruling party as "dictators", "tyrants", and "a threat to the very democracy of India". The BJP did precious little, handwaving the opposition away as irrelevant. Readers, your competitors are NEVER irrelevant! 3. Campaign's Real Performance Matters, Not Vanity Metrics The opposition led campaigns such as Bharat-Jodo Yatra and their manifesto were dismissed by the BJP, the media, and even most middle-class civilians (I'm guilty of this too) as abject failures due to their optics. Nobody realised that all of these campaigns were slowly chipping away at the ruling party's credibility and establishing the opposition as the real supporters of the poor and the downtrodden. The opposition's manifesto items such as "caste based census", "increasing reservations", and "wealth redistribution" resonated with the masses, especially in the Hindi belt. The BJP offered nothing immediately tangible to the masses in their manifesto. Their campaign focuses purely on GDP, infrastructure development, the inauguration of Ram mandir, all of these creating great optics but precious little support from the voters. 4. Never Ignore Your Strengths The BJP actually pulled off some amazing achievements in these elections. They won their first ever seat in history in Kerala, clean-sweeped an entire state, and increased their vote share in most parts of India. But despite all of this, they lost in their stronghold, Uttar Pradesh. 5. Success Is A Subjective Term 240 seats isn't a loss and 99 seats is no victory, but while outcome is a function of objective performance it is more a function of attainment against set objectives (you might want to read this twice). All in all, great elections. Many people lost, but democracy did win!

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Reimagining Education: Striving for Equilibrium Between Purpose and Progress Education stands at a critical crossroads. On one side, institutions are aligning with industry demands to climb the value chain - patents, entrepreneurships and more. On the other, businesses also see education as a growth vertical. While these shifts have merits, they also raise vital questions about the true purpose of education. Here are five thought-provoking points for reflection: 1️⃣ Education Beyond Employability Education must empower learners with skills for today and wisdom for tomorrow. While job-readiness is key, its true value lies in fostering thinkers and innovators who adapt to an uncertain future. ❓How can we balance immediate skills with lifelong capabilities? 2️⃣ The Role of Industry in Shaping Education Industry partnerships bring relevance but must remain collaborative, not prescriptive. The goal is curricula that serve both economic needs and education’s transformative purpose. ❓How can industry and academia drive shared, long-term benefits? 3️⃣ Equity in Access and Opportunity Commercialised education risks widening gaps. Innovation must benefit all, ensuring education remains a ladder, not a barrier. ❓How do we ensure education remains a powerful equaliser? 4️⃣ Balancing Innovation with Fundamentals AI and EdTech reshape learning, but shouldn’t overshadow foundational principles like critical thinking and ethics. ❓How can cutting-edge tools coexist with timeless principles? 5️⃣ Education as a Public Good, Not Just a Private Gain Education drives societal progress. Treating it as a commodity risks eroding its greater purpose. Policies must balance societal and economic goals. ❓What steps reaffirm education as a public good while embracing innovation? ✨The Need for Change These aren’t criticisms—they’re calls for reflection. Striving for equilibrium ensures education remains a transformative force for individuals, businesses, and society. 💡 What do you think? Are we balancing short-term goals with long-term vision? How can education better align with today’s dynamic world? Let’s spark a healthy discussion—your insights matter! EduScale® - A leap & Scale® Enterprise

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Eat, Sleep, Network, Repeat Our Mantra for Business Transformation Since the day we started building GraffersID me and Sidharth often found ourselves wondering, "What are we missing?" Our company has been at the same place since he started, brimming with potential but lacking connections. During the lockdown when everyone was restricted to their homes, we found our missing gap. Then our secret to success? A relentless commitment to networking. "Eat, sleep, network, repeat," I know it sounds cliché, but it’s the truth. Every handshake, every conversation, every business card exchanged is a step toward transformation. We attended conferences, joined online forums, and even organized local events. Slowly, we built a web of relationships with investors, mentors, and industry leaders. Within a year, GraffersID's landscape transformed. We realized that networking wasn't just about making contacts; it was about creating a support system, a network of allies who believe in our vision. We live by the same mantra. Networking isn't just an activity; it's a culture. It’s about connecting with like-minded professionals, sharing knowledge, and growing together. Every connection we make is a potential catalyst for change, a bridge to new opportunities, and a step toward our collective success. So, embrace the mantra: **Eat, Sleep, Network, Repeat**. Because in the world of business, it’s not just about who you know, but how you grow together. #network #hiredevelopers #itoutsourcing

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Having eagerly followed digital transformations for years, it gives me immense pleasure when I stumble across a particular venture that seizes my attention. Today, I invite you to join me in appreciating the ingenuity of www.vhubapp.com. • Unraveling the Virtual Hub There is something unique about vHub; it's a digital platform that provides utility tools for connecting, consuming, creating, and promoting innovative solutions, all under one roof. From my perspective, the term virtual hub paints a perfect picture of the role this remarkable invention plays. It's like a central station for enterprises, developers, and users alike. • Upholding Creativity and Connection We live in an era where most aspects of our lives have shifted to digital orbit. While we draw several benefits from this digital transformation, challenges inevitably lurk in the shadows. One such challenge is that of managing multiple digital platforms. vHub tackles this head-on by providing a chance to collaborate, create, and consume in one ecosystem. It promotes both creativity and connection. • For Users and Developers Users can easily browse a plethora of applications and choose the services they desire. Developers, on the other hand, have a unique opportunity to publish, promote and monetize their applications all under one integrated platform. What really strikes me as impressive is the level of consideration that's put into tailoring the system to suit both users and developers. • Data Privacy and Security Data privacy and security are of paramount importance. Understanding this, vHub has taken every measure to ensure data protection and offer a secure platform. This not only promotes trust but also fosters the growth of the vHub community. Reflecting on this observably studious perspective, I must say I am greatly excited about what vHub brings to the table. It bridges the gap by providing a collaborative, creative, and user-friendly platform that reassures us of data privacy and security. Such is an accomplishment of no ordinary measure. The analytical side in me appreciates the savvy developers behind vHub, who identified a gap and acted to fill it. This inclusive app space is indeed something to reckon with in today's digital age. As I stand at this intersection of technology and enterprise, I can only marvel at the infinite possibilities that www.vhubapp.com presents. Innovation, indeed, serves as the driving force of our times. Join me in exploring the limitless potential of vHub, and share your insights – let's engage in a conversation about this piece of exquisite digital craftsmanship.

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Does a template exist for creating a channel selection strategy for Ecommerce brands? Koustubh Chattopadhyay shares his views on this... #d2c #brands #gtm GrowthVines Episode 1

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𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬. Having seen the conventional funnel in large scale operations for products in BYJU'S, and an inverted funnel that starts with free offerings focused on the customer's problems for Design Crescendo gigs, there are a few things that I've picked up about product and service marketing in general. When you're dealing with direct-response and bottom-of-the-funnel marketing, it makes more sense to promote your offer than your product. This is where you drive people into demos, consultations, audits, etc. Often, smaller units start here, and then expand to the middle and top as time and budget allow. The reason why at some point the expansion to other parts of the funnel is essential is because marketing only your offer isn't easily scalable. There are only so many prospects "in-market" at any given time, and at some point, you have to invest in generating demand rather than just capturing it with offer marketing. Here's a bit on the same - #productmarketing #funnel #marketing #conversion

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Zomato's Q1FY25 Earnings Soar: Revenue Up by 74% to Rs 4,206 Crore, Profit Skyrockets to Rs 253 Crore https://lnkd.in/d4YNQHFi Great to see regular profits from startup darlings of India. way to go 🎉🥳 #zomato #startup #india #indiastartup

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Rich Heinmann: "...scale is the streetlight that drunk researchers use to find AGI." So well put, and it has me laughing. I am just reading the Aschenbrenner document as well. I found it interesting that the chart below on the Intelligence explosion mentions the word "Automated" twice, but not "Autonomous." The vast distinction between an automated system and an autonomous one should not be muddied over. I disagree with the notion that we could even achieve AGI, much less ASI with less than full autonomy in the system. What say you? Furthermore, automated systems as they are currently architected can't make decisions or detect and remediate anomalies at T-Zero. So they're hobbled out of the starting gate. Yeah, still dangerous and costly and energy hungry.

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