Fintech founder Nikhilesh Goel on hearing everyone but listening to no one
Description
“Until the time it's profitable, what’s the hoo-ha about? There is no achievement,” says Nikhilesh Goel, co-founder and group CEO of Singapore-based startup Validus, on the Crazy Smart Asia podcast. In conversation with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei, Goel shares his journey from the son of a tea taster in Kolkata to fintech founder, his quiet leadership style and the honest feedback he’s gotten for it, and the difference between seeking collaboration and seeking consensus.
Show notes
00:23 Introduction
01:23 Quickfire questions
05:37 Growing up in Kolkata
07:36 The evolution of Validus
13:27 Challenges and strategies in SME lending
19:55 The future of Validas
20:56 Scaling the business
22:16 Doubling down on key markets in Indonesia and Thailand
23:14 Being an introverted CEO
28:15 Fundraising challenges and triumphs
33:41 How to collaborate with co-founders
38:02 The toll of entrepreneurship
39:33 Final thoughts
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