SUMMARY
Mahesh Guruswamy, a seasoned tech leader and author, joins the podcast to share invaluable insights on entrepreneurship, business strategy, and hiring for success. With a background in major tech companies like Amazon, Mahesh has a unique perspective on what it takes to scale a business, the common pitfalls entrepreneurs face, and how to build a winning team.
Throughout the episode, Mahesh dives deep into the importance of market research, why competitor analysis is crucial, and why being first to market isn't always the best move. He also shares hard-earned lessons from his own entrepreneurial journey, including financial struggles and how he turned them into a driving force for success. Whether you're a startup founder or looking to scale your business, this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply immediately.
CHAPTERS
02:35 - The Harsh Reality of Entrepreneurship
05:10 - Why Most Entrepreneurs Skip Market Research
07:45 - How to Identify a Winning Business Idea
10:20 - Why You Shouldn’t Always Be First in the Market
12:55 - The Power of Competitor Analysis
15:30 - Hiring Your First Tech Person: What to Look For
18:05 - The “Plumber” Approach to Early-Stage Tech
20:40 - The Biggest Lesson from Amazon’s Work Culture
23:15 - Overcoming Financial Hardships & Learning from Failure
25:50 - How to Deliver Bad News & Still Win in Business
GUEST DETAILS
Website: MaheshGuruswamy.com
Book: How to Deliver Bad News and Get Away With It (Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble)
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