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| Name | Raj Shamani |
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| Birth Date | July 29, 1997 |
| Birth Place | Indore, Madhya Pradesh |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Travel Vlogger |
| Channel Name | Entrepreneur, content creator, and motivational speaker |
| Subscribers | 4.23 million (as of October 2024) |
Raj Shamani was (born on July 29, 1997), in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India. He is an Indian entrepreneur, content creator, and motivational speaker. Known for his ability to inspire young people, he has made a name for himself through his successful business ventures and social media influence. Raj is the founder of Figuring Out, a popular podcast on entrepreneurship, and Figuring Out Academy. He teaches individuals how to build and grow their startups on this ed-tech platform. He is also a noted angel investor, supporting several budding startups in India. Raj Shamani’s journey from selling dish soap with his father at a young age to becoming one of India’s top influencers is a true success story. As of October 2024, he has about 4.23 million subscribers.
Early life and education
Raj’s family originally hailed from Rajasthan but moved to Indore in search of better opportunities in the 1980s. Growing up, Raj wasn’t particularly interested in academics and was often labeled as a “useless kid” by people around him. However, his passion for storytelling and determination to succeed drove him to push boundaries.
Raj completed his schooling at National Public School in Indore. He then pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the Prestige Institute of Management and Research, Indore. Following his undergraduate studies, Raj continued his education at SP Jain Institute of Management and Research in Mumbai, where he earned an MBA. Although academics were not his strong suit, Raj’s real learning came from his hands-on experiences in business and entrepreneurship.
Career
Raj’s entrepreneurial journey began when he was just 16 years old. His family had a soap-making business, and after his father suffered a diabetic attack in 2013, Raj stepped up to help. He borrowed Rs. 10,000 from his father and started selling dish soap, initially targeting local markets and households. Within 18 months, he scaled the business 20 times, turning it into a profitable venture.
Raj then took to social media to share his entrepreneurial journey, gaining a large following and becoming a well-known content creator. Today, he has over a million followers on Instagram and uses his platform to share insights about finance, startups, and business growth. His podcast, Figuring Out, has grown into one of India’s most popular business podcasts, where he discusses entrepreneurship and interviews industry leaders.
In addition to being a successful entrepreneur and content creator, Raj is an angel investor who has invested in startups such as Classplus, Growth School, Zionverse, Wint Wealth, and Avalon Scenes. His influence in the business world extends to his role as a keynote speaker, where he shares his experiences with audiences around the world, having delivered over 200 speeches in 26 countries.
Raj is also the founder of House of X, India’s first creator-led house of brands, which has launched successful ventures like Blanko, a perfume brand, and YFL Home, a kitchenware brand.
Personal life
Raj Shamani’s personal life is deeply influenced by his early struggles and the hard work his family put in to achieve stability. His father, Naresh Shamani, initially sold coconuts on the streets before launching a soap business. Raj has a brother named Rahul Shamani, and while little is known about his mother, Raj often credits his family for their role in shaping his entrepreneurial mindset. Despite his success, Raj remains unmarried and is deeply focused on growing his businesses and helping others do the same.
Awards and achievements
Raj Shamani has received several recognitions for his work in the entrepreneurial and influencer space. Some of his notable achievements include:
Featured in the Top 5 Young Influencers in India list by YourStory.
Recognized as one of the Top 10 Young Entrepreneurs in India by Asian Age.
His podcast, Figuring Out, ranks among the Top 10 Business Podcasts in India on iTunes.
He is also one of the youngest Indians to represent the country at the United Nations under the Youth Representative Program for Young Leaders.
External links
Raj Shamani on Instagram
Raj Shamani on Youtube