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Everyone talks about startups… but no one talks about how hard it is to carry a legacy forward.”
What’s harder and building a startup from scratch or scaling a legacy business?
In this power-packed episode, we sit down with Priyanka Gupta (Director at GKB Opticals), who is leading a 100-store eyewear empire across India
From leadership struggles at 22, to building brand relevance in a new generation, to understanding consumer psychology, luxury vs affordability, and the future of retail in India — this episode is full of raw, real insights.
What you’ll learn in this podcast:
Startup vs Legacy Business – what’s actually harder?
How to scale from 1 to 100 stores
The secret behind affordable luxury in India
Why offline retail is NOT dying
Leadership lessons as a young woman in business
The power of branding, perception & customer experience
Future trends: Gen Z, fashion, and self-expression
Whether you're an entrepreneur, creator, business owner, or just curious about how brands grow — this episode will change your perspective.
00:00 – Podcast Highlights
01:00 – Introduction
02:30 – Startup vs Legacy Business Reality
06:10 – Challenges of Running a Family Business
10:45 – Leadership Lessons at 22
15:20 – Building 100 Stores Across India
19:30 – Branding vs Product: What Matters More?
23:40 – Consumer Psychology & Buying Behavior
27:10 – Luxury vs Affordability in India
29:50 – Is Offline Retail Dying?
32:00 – Future Trends: Gen Z & Eyewear Fashion
34:30 – Rapid Fire Round
36:30 – Final Advice for Entrepreneurs
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Offer Period - Offer valid till 31st May 2026