Bridge to Bharath: When Smart Money Makes Dumb Mistakes in India
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Why do some of the world’s smartest companies fail in India while others thrive? In this kickoff episode of Bridge to Bharath, hosts Siva Bala Narayanan and Manjunath explore the paradox of India entry through real stories: a German manufacturer’s €2.3M failure versus Schibsted, Micron, and HubSpot’s rapid success.
We introduce the six-part miniseries that will walk you from “Should we even consider India?” to “How do we scale successfully here?” Expect candid lessons, case studies, and a practical playbook for navigating India without the million-dollar mistakes.
🎧 Episode highlights:
- Why India punishes assumptions and rewards preparation
- Case studies: TechMotor vs. Schibsted, Micron, and HubSpot
- The India paradox—and why this podcast exists
Subscribe now to learn how to build your bridge to India—with confidence, clarity, and credibility.
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