In this episode, we're diving into the incredible journey of Anirudh Pandita, a true entrepreneurial wizard behind companies like Loco and Pocket Aces.
Imagine sitting down with someone who's not only built thriving businesses but has also explored the world. Anirudh's global experiences add a fascinating layer to our conversation. Head of Video Content at InsideIIM, Purnangshu Paul sat down with Anirudh to understand more.
Anirudh's academic path is a testament to his versatility. He started with electrical engineering at the University of Illinois and later dived into the world of finance at The Wharton School for his MBA.
And here's the kicker: Anirudh spills the beans on how he and his college buddy, who conveniently happened to be his roommate, kickstarted a content empire from the ground up.
👂 We get to hear about his love for movies and the incredible transformation that took him from analyzing investments to being a content industry guru.
But that's not all! Anirudh goes into a lively comparison between doing an MBA in India versus the US, with a deep dive into India's untapped potential.
And for all you forward-thinkers out there, Anirudh shares his personal strategies for long-term thinking and making those game-changing decisions.
You won't want to miss this episode, filled with entrepreneurial insights, personal stories, and a vision for what's to come. Let's jump in!
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0:00 - Coming Up
1:34 - Introduction
3:04 - Travel Experiences
4:24 - Challenges Growing Up in Kashmir
6:51 - Journey from Delhi to US for Studies
7:59 - Initial Job Dislikes
13:02 - Career Journey: Planning vs. Luck
18:21 - Motivation for Pursuing an MBA
23:54 - Foreign vs. Indian Business Degrees
27:17 - Transition from Finance to Content Creation
33:37 - Navigating Commerce in Indian Content (2014)
40:56 - TVF and Struggles in Indian App Spaces
46:16 - Ad Dollars shift in Indian Gaming Space
49:42 - Loco's Business Model Transformation
54:46 - Balancing Investor and Customer Expectations
59:19 - Future of Indian Gaming
1:01:30 - Book & Podcast Recommendations
1:02:21 - Final Advice for MBA Aspirants
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