This podcast episode was published on 7/25/23. You can listen to it here.
In this episode, Anebi has the pleasure of chatting with Arjun Mahadevan, the CEO of Doola, who shares his incredible journey of entrepreneurship and the creation of his company.
Becoming a Success
Arjun opens up about the concept of inflection points and the reality behind overnight success stories. He emphasizes the hard work, persistence, and the often overlooked plateau phase that precedes a breakthrough. Anebi and Arjun delve into the story of Doola, which was born out of a costly experience with legal fees during Arjun's first business venture. He highlights the importance of naive optimism and first principles thinking in simplifying the business formation process for entrepreneurs.
The Global Market
They also discuss the challenges and opportunities in the global market, particularly for non-US residents looking to start businesses in the US. Arjun points out the untapped potential outside the US and Doola's commitment to providing opportunities for talent worldwide.
The Future of Entrepreneurship
As Anebi and Arjun talked about the future of entrepreneurship, Arjun shares his belief that while technology and trends will continue to evolve, the core desire to start and grow a business will remain constant. He notes the surge in e-commerce businesses, accelerated by the pandemic, and the ease of starting an online business today.
Take His Advice
For those on the cusp of starting their own venture, Arjun's advice is simple: overthinking is a common trap, and the key is to just start. He advocates for small steps and creating opportunities for luck by putting oneself out there.
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