Building a Global SaaS Empire | Freshworks Founder & CEO Girish Mathrubootham on His Biggest Bets

This monologue podcast features Girish Mathrubootham, Freshworks' founder, sharing five key decisions that contributed to the company's success. He structures his talk around a fishing analogy, detailing choices such as focusing on a global market from the outset, prioritizing inbound and product-led growth, and a unique hiring strategy emphasizing talent over experience. Mathrubootham also discusses the importance of planning for future product development and adapting to changing market landscapes, exemplified by Freshworks' early investment in AI. A specific example highlights how a $40,000 Microsoft grant was strategically invested in online marketing, resulting in 70 new customers and securing further funding. The podcast offers actionable insights for startup founders on strategic decision-making and building a successful company.