Brand Banao Podcast
Hosted by Brand Banao
A business podcast where host Kartik Dhiman interviews Indian founders to extract practical strategies for starting, scaling, and building a brand.
This is a tactical playbook for aspiring Indian entrepreneurs, delivered through long-form interviews. Host Kartik Dhiman focuses less on abstract theory and more on the ground-level realities of building a business in India, from navigating distribution in Tier-2 cities to the pros and cons of social media-first launches. The conversations are geared toward extracting step-by-step processes and avoiding common mistakes.
“The show's use of structured, rapid-fire segments at the end of each interview—like 'This or That' and 'Yes or No'—provides a unique, fast-paced glimpse into a founder's core mindset and priorities, distinct from the main strategic discussion.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by Kartik Dhiman, a Business Coach and Corporate Trainer, the Brand Banao Podcast features in-depth conversations with Indian founders and entrepreneurs. The show's mission is to provide actionable knowledge for listeners looking to start, grow, and scale their own businesses, particularly those in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Episodes delve into the real stories, challenges, and strategies behind successful brands, from initial funding to marketing and distribution.
Credentials & credits
- Business Coach
- Corporate Trainer
- Influencer
- Podcast Host
- Founder – Brand Banao
- Speaker at IITs & Multiple Business Events
Other ventures
- Studio Batao
- Money Eye
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02
- 03
- 04
- 05
- 06
- 07Big Brands Story 🔥💰😱 Ft.Richi Vij | Brand Banao Podcast #shorts #viral #podcastJun 22, 2026 · 1 min
- 08Dark Secrets of Indian Businessmen | Ft. 🤯🔥Kartik Dhiman | Brand Banao PodcastJun 10, 2026 · 58 min
Notable episodes
- 01₹150 से शुरू करके 900 करोड़ का बिज़नेस कैसे बनाया ? Story of Agrawal 420 | Naman Agrawal
A detailed case study of building a massive FMCG brand from a micro-investment, covering brand origin, quality control, and distribution.
- 02Dark Secrets of Indian Businessmen | Ft. Richi Vij
An unfiltered discussion on the challenging realities of the startup ecosystem, founder mistakes, and the role of luck in business.
- 03Focus On Repeat Customer's 🚀Ft.Naman Agrawal
A short, impactful clip explaining the hyper-local 'king of the street' scaling strategy, a core philosophy of the Agarwal 420 brand.
What you'll be asked on this show
Dhiman opens by establishing the guest's headline achievement (e.g., building a ₹900 crore brand) and then asks them to deconstruct how it was done. He probes for practical advice by asking for specific mistakes to avoid or the key pillars of their strategy. His questioning style is direct and framed from the listener's perspective, often asking 'If I were to start... what would I face?'. The interview's back half is notable for its shift into a series of fast-paced, recurring segments like 'This or That' and 'Yes or No', which force guests into quick, revealing choices about their business philosophy and personal priorities.
Kartik Dhiman hosts with an enthusiastic, encouraging tone, often framing questions as if he were a student of the guest. The show is highly structured, moving from a guest's origin story to specific strategies before concluding with a series of recurring, graphically-supported rapid-fire segments. The focus is consistently on providing practical, real-world business knowledge.
Questions Brand Banao keeps coming back to
12 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Brand Banao reaches for it.
process
3- Q.01
“How can someone build a ₹1000 crore brand?”
The host often opens with a broad, ambitious question to frame the episode's central theme.
- Q.02
“If I were to start a [specific type of] brand, what difficulties would I face?”
The host frames this hypothetically to get a practical breakdown of a specific industry's barriers.
- Q.03
“Do you still rely on 'jugaad' (makeshift solutions) in your business today?”
This 'Yes or No' question checks if scrappy, early-stage tactics are still part of the guest's operations.
origin
1- Q.01
“How did your brand build trust despite [a specific challenge]?”
This question is used early on to explore the brand's origin story and initial hurdles.
advice
1- Q.01
“What are three mistakes to avoid when starting a business in your industry?”
A direct request for actionable advice, framed for the aspiring entrepreneurs in the audience.
controversy
1- Q.01
“What was the biggest dark phase of your business?”
This question appears in a recurring segment to uncover moments of significant struggle.
industry
1- Q.01
“How does your company compete with the big brands?”
Used to understand the guest's competitive strategy and unique selling proposition.
mindset
3- Q.01
“Do you believe luck plays a role in building a brand?”
This question probes the guest's mindset on the role of intangible factors in success.
- Q.02
“Winning a tough negotiation OR sleeping without any tension?”
This 'This or That' choice reveals a guest's preference between professional achievement and personal peace.
- Q.03
“If you got 100 crores tomorrow, would you leave your business?”
A 'Yes or No' question designed to test the guest's passion versus financial motivation.
personal
1- Q.01
“What is your biggest business regret so far?”
Asked during a rapid-fire segment to get a concise reflection on past mistakes.
values
1- Q.01
“Profit or Brand Value?”
A recurring 'This or That' question to quickly gauge a founder's core business philosophy.
Signature segments
- · This or That
- · Yes or No
- · One liner
- · Startupwood
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show books founders of Indian brands, particularly in the FMCG and direct-to-consumer spaces, who have achieved significant scale (often in the hundreds of crores) from humble beginnings and can share their journey.
- Naman Agrawalon ₹150 से शुरू करके 900 करोड़ का बिज़नेस कैसे बनाया ? Story of Agrawal 420
- Richi Vijon Dark Secrets of Indian Businessmen | Ft. 🤯🔥Kartik Dhiman
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The audience consists of aspiring and active Indian entrepreneurs seeking growth tools. Estimated audience is likely early in their business journey. Sponsors in business software, financial services, marketing tools, and educational platforms would find a relevant fit.
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People also ask
- What is the real name of the host?
- The podcast is hosted by Kartik Dhiman, who is a Business Coach and Corporate Trainer.
- What is the format of the Brand Banao Podcast?
- It is an interview-based podcast featuring long-form conversations with Indian entrepreneurs, concluding with signature rapid-fire segments like 'This or That' and 'Yes or No'.
- Who are the typical guests on the show?
- The show features founders and business leaders from India who have built successful brands, often in the FMCG or direct-to-consumer sectors.
- Is the Brand Banao Podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast is active and releases new episodes and short clips regularly on its YouTube channel.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The full video episodes are available on the Brand Banao Podcast YouTube channel.
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