

The Man Behind India's First Unicorn | Naveen Tewari of InMobi
5 snips Jul 17, 2025
Naveen Tewari, the Founder and CEO of InMobi and Glance, shares his inspiring journey of building a global ad-tech company from scratch. He discusses his early failures and the grit required to pursue mobile technology in India when it wasn’t yet ready. Tewari emphasizes the power of perseverance and unity among teams, while also advocating for mindfulness practices amidst entrepreneurial chaos. He reflects on the importance of bold strategies and innovative thinking in navigating the challenges of the startup world.
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Naveen's First Startup Failure
- Naveen Tewari recounts his first startup in voice-over-IP, which failed due to technical and market challenges.
- Investor skepticism and a co-founder quitting ended this initial venture, teaching him to trust his own conviction.
Cultivate Strong Conviction
- Build high conviction in your ideas and don't easily get influenced by others' opinions.
- Trust your instincts even when experts doubt your vision.
Build Resilient Co-founder Teams
- Choose co-founders who share your conviction and can endure the startup's highs and lows.
- Keep the team's morale balanced to prevent simultaneous quitting during tough times.