Founders Decoded

Founders Decoded 🎙️
The podcast where CEOs, Founders, MDs, Entrepreneurs & Decision Makers share their unfiltered journeys. From struggling startups to industry leaders, we decode the real stories, strategies, failures, and breakthroughs that shape success.

âś… Inspiring founder stories
âś… Business growth insights
âś… Leadership, startup & scale-up journeys
âś… Lessons from successful & next-to-be successful minds

If you’re a founder, business leader, or aspiring entrepreneur, this is your space to learn, get inspired, and build your own roadmap to success.

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Founders Decoded

NEW EPISODE OUT NOW

Just dropped: a fascinating conversation with Tushar Kansal on geopolitics, entrepreneurship, AI, and the future of global technology.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Iran's economy and decades of sanctions
• The future of AI infrastructure and data centers
• Why energy could become the biggest bottleneck for AI growth
• Rich Dad Poor Dad and entrepreneurial thinking
• Education, innovation, and global talent ecosystems
• The changing dynamics of technology, business, and power

This isn't just a conversation about current events—it's about understanding the forces shaping the next decade.

Watch the full episode now and let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments.

#FoundersDecoded #TusharKansal #AI #Geopolitics #Entrepreneurship #Technology #Investing

1 day ago | [YT] | 0

Founders Decoded

New Episode Alert

The world is changing faster than most people realize.

Rising oil prices.
The Russia–Ukraine war.
US–China tensions.
The Iran conflict.
Nuclear deterrence.
Global trade disruptions.

How do these events impact investors, businesses, and the future of the global economy?

In this episode of Founders Decoded, we break down the geopolitical and economic forces shaping today's world and discuss what they could mean for markets, energy, international relations, and investment decisions.

If you want to understand what's happening beyond the headlines, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.

Now streaming on YouTube and Spotify.

#FoundersDecoded #Geopolitics #Investing #Economics #OilPrices #GlobalMarkets #RussiaUkraine #Iran #Business #Finance #WorldAffairs #InternationalRelations #EnergyMarkets

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 3

Founders Decoded

New Founders Decoded Episode Is Live


Most businesses think AI means buying more tools.

But what if the future is actually fewer tools and smarter workflows?


In this episode, Jeff Fritz shares why AI workflows, trust, leadership, and business flexibility will matter more than ever in the coming years.


We discuss:
• The future of SaaS
• AI-powered workflows
• Building teams that scale
• Leadership lessons from 100+ employees
• Why businesses need flexibility, not lock-ins


What's one AI tool or workflow you use every day?

Watch the full episode and let us know below.

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 2

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New Episode Drops Today


Networking Isn’t About Collecting Contacts.
It’s About Building Real Relationships.

In this episode of Founders Decoded, Marrion Siboni breaks down how founders can

use networking, community building, and authentic relationships to grow faster.

We discuss:
• How founders should network strategically
• Why support systems matter in entrepreneurship
• Founder loneliness & community
• Making strong first impressions
• Building meaningful relationships
• How networking creates real opportunities
• The psychology behind founder communities


This episode is for every founder trying to grow without building alone.

Comment “NETWORK” and we’ll send you the full episode link.


#FoundersDecoded #MarrionSiboni #Networking #CommunityBuilding #Entrepreneurship #FounderJourney #StartupGrowth #PersonalBranding #BusinessNetworking

1 month ago | [YT] | 1

Founders Decoded

New Episode Drops Today


Fundraising isn’t just about pitching investors.

It’s about relationships, positioning, visibility, and momentum.


In this episode of Founders Decoded, we break down how early-stage founders should approach fundraising, investor networking, community building, and long-term VC relationships.


We discuss:
• Why mass emailing VCs fails
• How to build investor relationships
• LinkedIn & Twitter networking strategies
• Common fundraising mistakes
• Why founders must keep building while raising
• Using content & community as leverage


If you’re building a startup or planning to raise capital, this episode will change how you think about fundraising.


Comment “VC” and we’ll send you the full episode link.


#FoundersDecoded #Fundraising #StartupFunding #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #StartupGrowth #FounderJourney #CommunityBuilding #VC

1 month ago | [YT] | 1

Founders Decoded

New Episode Drops Today


Healing, Karma & Human Behavior | Ft. Desmond Easterling – Founders Decoded


Everyone talks about success…


But very few talk about the mind behind it.

Emotional control
Human masks
Spirituality & self-awareness
Pain, growth & identity


This is the side most people avoid.


In this episode of Founders Decoded, we sit down with Desmond Easterling to explore karma, psychology, religion, consciousness, music, and the deeper patterns behind human behavior.


From fake spirituality to emotional discipline and authentic expression — this conversation goes far beyond surface-level motivation.


If you’re trying to understand yourself, people, and life on a deeper level, this episode will change how you think.


Comment “SYSTEM” and we’ll send you the full episode link.


#FoundersDecoded #DesmondEasterling #Spirituality #SelfAwareness #HumanBehavior #Psychology #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #Podcast #InnerGrowth

1 month ago | [YT] | 3

Founders Decoded

New Episode Drops Today


The Dark Side of US Tech Visas | Ft. Tushar Kansal – Founders Decoded

Everyone talks about the US dream…


But no one talks about the pressure behind it.

Long working hours
No backup options
Visa dependency controlling your decisions



This is the side most people ignore.


In this episode of Founders Decoded, we sit down with Tushar Kansal (25+ years in VC, debt & IPOs) to break down the real challenges Indian techies face abroad —

from work visa pressure to burnout and the importance of global exposure.


If you’re planning to go abroad or already working there, this will change how you think.


Comment “LEADER” and we’ll send you the full video link.

#USTechVisa #WorkVisaReality #IndianTechies #TechCareer #GlobalExposure #StartupLife #FoundersDecoded #CareerGrowth #TechIndustry

2 months ago | [YT] | 1

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Most people view immigration as a hurdle.
Successful founders view it as their greatest competitive advantage.

In this episode with Liesel Vaidya, we break down why the immigrant experience is the ultimate training ground for entrepreneurship:

• Developing extreme resilience through high-stakes uncertainty
• Navigating the unknown unknowns of a new system
• Building a distribution network before even launching a product
• Shifting from a work-visa mindset to an ownership mindset
• Mastering the art of the fundraiser story when you have no network

Entrepreneurship isn’t just about having an idea.
It’s about the perseverance to solve problems when the clock is ticking.

This conversation breaks down the tactical roadmap for building a social impact startup while navigating the complexities of the US immigration system.

#Entrepreneurship #ImmigrantFounders #StartupStrategy #FoundersDecoded #SocialImpact #VentureCapital

2 months ago | [YT] | 2

Founders Decoded

New Episode Drops Today at 10:30 AM ET!

The Global Economy is Panicking. Here’s Why. | Ft. Tushar Kansal – Founders Decoded

Why is the world on edge right now?

From the Russia–Ukraine war…
To U.S.–China tensions…
To shifting trade routes and trillion-dollar AI bets…

This is not random chaos.
This is a global reset happening in real time.

In this episode of Founders Decoded, we sit down with Tushar Kansal (25+ years in VC, debt & IPOs) to break down what’s actually driving the panic — and what it means for investors, founders, and the future of global markets.

If you want to understand where the world is heading, don’t miss this.

Comment “LEADER” and we’ll send you the full video link.

2 months ago | [YT] | 3

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Most people wait for growth to happen.
Leaders design it.

In this episode with Jin Bains, we break down what actually builds a CEO mindset:

• Taking calculated risks, not blind bets
• Using self-reflection to track real progress
• Setting clear goals—and reviewing them consistently
• Making decisions with a business-first perspective
• Evolving through experience, not shortcuts

Growth isn’t random.
It’s a system of intentional change.

This carousel breaks down how top leaders think, decide, and grow over time.

#Leadership #Entrepreneurship #CEOMindset #BusinessGrowth #FoundersDecoded

2 months ago | [YT] | 0