Episode 20 | Sujit & Anjan | Infidea

14th Mar 2023
2hr 14mins

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Episode Description

In this podcast episode, hosts Jagmoan, Sujit, and Anjan discuss their journeys from corporate careers in banking and finance to entrepreneurship in the learning and development sector. They share insights on the challenges and motivations behind their transition, the importance of sales experience, and the dynamics of their partnership as co-founders. The conversation also touches on family support, financial considerations, and the vision for their business, highlighting the significance of adaptability and resilience in the entrepreneurial journey. This conversation explores the journey of transitioning from freelancing to corporate training, highlighting the challenges faced, strategies employed, and the importance of building relationships with clients. The speakers share their experiences with cold calling, leveraging past connections, and understanding client needs, while also discussing the dynamics of competition and the significance of effective communication in establishing credibility in the training industry. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the evolution of their training organization from a freelancer model to a structured company, highlighting their growth journey from 2014 to the present, particularly the impact of the pandemic. They share insights on navigating challenges, learning from failures, and building a diverse training model that includes workshops and self-paced courses. The discussion also covers content creation strategies during the pandemic, the effectiveness of different revenue models, and sales strategies for self-paced learning. The speakers emphasize the importance of continuous course development and adapting to market demands. This conversation delves into the intricacies of creating and marketing self-paced online courses. The speakers discuss the importance of offering a variety of courses to attract customers, the significance of understanding market segmentation, and the strategies for effective digital marketing. They emphasize the necessity of quality content over high production values and share insights on customer engagement and retention. The discussion also touches on the challenges of expanding into vernacular markets and the importance of continuous course development.

Notes Section

Meet Sujit & Anjan the co-founders of Infidea… 👋

Co-founded by Sujit Ghosh and Anjan Kumar Banerjee in 2014, their brainchild Infidea is a leading training and recruitment company based out of Kolkata, India. Sujit is a first-generation entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in the field of training & development. Anjan is an ex-banker with expertise in the field of recruitment.

Together, Sujit and Anjan have built Infidea into a successful company that has helped thousands of individuals and businesses achieve their goals. Infidea is known for its innovative and engaging training programs that are designed to help people learn and grow. The company also offers a wide range of recruitment services, including executive search, talent acquisition, and HR consulting.

Give the full episode a listen if you want to learn more about…

✅ Building enduring client relationships.

✅ Effective techniques for cold-calling and engaging with CEOs.

✅ The art of navigating large organizations to reach the right individual.

✅ Harnessing the power of networking and the invaluable role of referrals.

✅ Approaching organizations with established training setups and making your pitch irresistible.

✅ Digital marketing nuances specific to the edtech space.

Standout moments from this podcast!

Get in Touch with Sujit & Anjan!

LinkedIn :

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sujit-ghosh-60359019

https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjan-kumar-banerjee-4b849840

Website:

http://www.infidea.in

https://thedigitalxpert.com/

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/infidea123?lang=en

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Key Takeaways

  • Anjan transitioned from banking to learning and development.
  • Sujit shifted from pharma to banking before entrepreneurship.
  • Both founders faced challenges in their corporate careers.
  • Sales experience was crucial for their entrepreneurial journey.
  • Family support played a significant role in their decisions.
  • They aimed to create a system-dependent business model.
  • The pandemic forced them to adapt to online training.
  • They started as freelance trainers before establishing their company.
  • Their journey emphasizes the importance of resilience.
  • They believe in thinking bigger than their initial plans. The journey from freelancing to corporate training involves initial challenges.
  • Cold calling and persistence are key strategies for acquiring clients.
  • Networking and leveraging past connections can aid in business development.
  • Building relationships with clients is crucial for long-term success.
  • Understanding client needs and preferences can lead to better engagement.
  • Variety in training programs is important for client satisfaction.
  • Effective communication can help in establishing credibility with clients.
  • Data collection and analysis are essential for targeted outreach.
  • Unlearning previous beliefs can be necessary when transitioning careers.
  • Maintaining contact with past clients can yield ongoing business opportunities. Transitioning from freelancers to a structured organization is crucial for growth.
  • The growth journey from 2014 to post-pandemic has been significant.
  • Learning from failures during the pandemic is essential for future success.
  • A diverse training model can enhance business resilience.
  • Content creation during the pandemic was a key strategy for adaptation.
  • Different revenue models can impact profitability in unique ways.
  • Sales strategies for self-paced learning require a targeted approach.
  • Continuous course development is necessary to meet market demands.
  • Value offering must be high to attract customers in a competitive market.
  • Building trust with clients is essential for long-term success. Offering a variety of courses increases customer trust.
  • Scalability is crucial for long-term success in course creation.
  • Creating variations of a course can attract different customer segments.
  • Understanding your target market is essential for effective marketing.
  • A good return on investment in digital marketing is crucial for sustainability.
  • Expanding into international markets can be beneficial but requires careful planning.
  • Vernacular content can tap into a larger audience but poses operational challenges.
  • Quality content is more important than high production values.
  • Continuous course development is key to maintaining customer interest.
  • Digital marketing strategies should be tailored to the specific audience and platform.
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