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    In this episode, we bring you Supriya Paul, Co-Founder & CEO of Josh Talks! Since launching in 2015, Josh Talks has become one of India’s leading platforms for regional content and upskilling, showcasing inspiring stories from people across the country. With over 10.9 million subscribers on YouTube and more than a billion views, Supriya has created a powerful community that shares journeys of perseverance, ambition, and resilience. Hear Supriya reveal the strategies behind Josh Talks’ success, the importance of cultivating community, and her vision to empower India’s next generation. This is a story of impact and innovation you won’t want to miss! About the Host, Aabha Bakaya: Aabha Bakaya is the Founder & CEO of Ladies Who Lead, a premium members-only platform for women leaders, dedicated to fostering personal and professional growth through shared experiences. A veteran Business Journalist, Aabha founded LWL in 2021 to bridge opportunity gaps caused by gender biases. Her vision is to build a diverse community of women leaders who co-create an equitable future for women in the workforce. Today, Ladies Who Lead hosts 1,200+ members from 50+ sectors and has expanded across Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Pune. Follow us on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ladieswholead7303 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladieswlead/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ladieswholead/?viewAsMember=true Website: https://ladieswholead.in/ 0:00 - Supriya’s College Days & Early Ambitions 5:25 - Meeting Shobhit: Josh Talks Begins 7:46 - Inside Josh Talks: Finding Inspiring Stories 10:10 - The Startup Struggles of Josh Talks 11:56 - Josh Talks: Growth & Impact 12:30 - Monetizing Content in the Digital Age 14:30 - Josh Talks' Funding Journey 18:20 - Risk & Resilience: Betting on Josh Talks 22:35 - From Bootstrap to Funded 23:59 - The Right Investors for Josh Talks 25:21 - Future Vision for Josh Talks 26:20 - Advice for New Entrepreneurs 28:50 - Breaking Stereotypes & Raising Funds 31:21 - Highlighting Women’s Stories & Bias 34:20 - India’s Evolving Business Landscape 35:55 - Closing Reflections
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    Up next on Ladies Who Lead with Aabha Bakaya, we bring you Supriya Paul, Co-Founder & CEO of Josh Talks! Founded in 2015, Josh Talks has become a force for inspiration and empowerment, showcasing incredible stories from across India. With 10.9M YouTube subscribers and over a billion views, Supriya and her team have created a platform that motivates millions to dream bigger, aim higher, and take action toward their goals. Don’t miss Supriya’s story of resilience, impact, and the journey behind building Josh Talks. Episode dropping soon—stay tuned!
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    Welcome to Ladies Who Lead with Aabha Bakaya Season 2, celebrating women who turn challenges into leadership opportunities and are #CoCreatingTheFuture. This season showcases inspiring stories of resilience, ambition, and success. In this episode, we introduce Ajaita Shah, Founder & CEO of Frontier Markets! Recently awarded the Schwab Foundation Social Innovation Award, Ajaita is on a mission to empower rural India with her social commerce platform, connecting women entrepreneurs and delivering essential services to over a million households across thousands of villages. Her purpose? To bring unheard voices from rural India to the forefront, amplifying their stories to ensure they’re seen, heard, and empowered. Tune in to hear how Ajaita is driving sustainable change, building a thriving community of women leaders, and transforming lives where it’s needed most! About the Host, Aabha Bakaya: Aabha Bakaya is the Founder & CEO of Ladies Who Lead, a premium members-only platform for women leaders, dedicated to fostering personal and professional growth through shared experiences. A veteran Business Journalist, Aabha founded LWL in 2021 to bridge opportunity gaps caused by gender biases. Her vision is to build a diverse community of women leaders who co-create an equitable future for women in the workforce. Today, Ladies Who Lead hosts 1,200+ members from 50+ sectors and has expanded across Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Pune. Follow us on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ladieswholead7303 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladieswlead/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ladieswholead/?viewAsMember=true Website: https://ladieswholead.in/ 0:00 - Intro 2:38 - Ajaita’s Mission with Frontier Markets 5:20 - Empowering Rural Indian Women 10:20 - Raising Funds for Frontier Markets 17:52 - Women Driving Change in Rural India 20:25 - Scale and Corporate Social Responsibility 24:56 - Merging Business with Social Impact 26:10 - Women’s Power in Business 27:30 - Frontier Markets Business Model 32:00 - Closing Remarks
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