My Friend, My Co-Founder… My Biggest Mistake?

What happens when friendship meets business? Can trust survive money, ambition, ego, and disagreements?

On Ra By Rashi, Rashi Khanna sits down with Ritesh Singh — entrepreneur, author, strategic advisor, and investor — for a candid conversation about co-founder relationships and the challenges that can make or break a business.

Drawing from his book, The Silent Veto: Why Founders Drift, Startups Break, and How to Build Trust That Lasts, Ritesh shares insights on founder alignment, trust, difficult conversations, and the importance of building stronger business partnerships.

In this episode:

• Should you start a business with your best friend?
• How do money and ego affect partnerships?
• Why do co-founders drift apart?
• Can trust be rebuilt after a conflict?
• When should you repair a partnership — or walk away?

Because sometimes, the biggest business decision isn't what you build, but who you choose to build it with.

Would you start a business with your best friend? Tell us in the comments!

Connect with Ritesh Singh:

https://espressoshot.consulting

Instagram: @Ritesh.intel

YouTube: @entrepureintel.ritesh

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What does it take to turn a creative idea into a powerful brand experience?

In this insightful conversation, Rashi Khanna sits down with Ravi Khewal, the visionary Founder of Crazi Studio, to explore creativity, entrepreneurship, storytelling, and the ever-evolving world of digital branding.

Ravi believes that great ideas deserve exceptional execution. Through Crazi Studio, he has been transforming concepts into compelling visual stories and helping brands stand out through innovative design, content, and creative solutions.

From building a creative business to understanding what makes a brand memorable, this conversation dives into the thinking, passion, challenges, and experiences behind modern creative entrepreneurship.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation on creativity, business, branding and the power of exceptional execution.

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In this episode of Ra By Rashi, Rashi Khanna sits down with Yogesh Dubey — a distinguished leader and veteran of India’s fragrance and aroma industry.

With decades of experience, Yogesh Dubey serves as President of Rakesh Sandal Industries, President of the Fragrances & Flavours Association of India (FAFAI), President of the Aroma Federation of India (AFI), and three-time Past President of the Essential Oil Association of India (EOAI).

From essential oils and natural fragrances to Indian perfumery, exports and the preservation of India’s aromatic heritage, his journey reflects the evolution of an industry deeply rooted in Indian tradition yet increasingly connected to the global market.

In this conversation, we explore:

The legacy of Rakesh Sandal Industries

The art and science behind perfumery

The evolution of India’s fragrance industry

Taking Indian fragrance and perfumery to global markets

Why a perfumer’s nose remains irreplaceable

The importance of natural ingredients and traditional craftsmanship

Opportunities and challenges for the next generation

His vision for the future of India’s fragrance & flavour industry

From Kanpur to the world, from tradition to innovation — this is the story of Indian fragrance through the eyes of someone who has lived it.

Rashi Khanna in conversation with Yogesh Dubey

Visit: www.rakeshsandal.com

www.aromafederationofindia.com

Write an email to : info@rakeshin.com.

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