Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu: Social Impact in Business | CXOTalk

🌟 Welcome to Episode 842 of CXOTalk! 🌟
Join us for an insightful conversation with Sridhar Vembu, CEO and Founder of Zoho, a global leader in cloud-based business software. In this episode, we explore innovative strategies for business growth and sustainability, focusing on leveraging rural talent and fostering innovation outside traditional urban centers.
👨‍💼 Guest: Sridhar Vembu, CEO and Founder of Zoho 🗣️ Host: Michael Krigsman, Industry Analyst and Publisher of CXOTalk
🎯 Key Highlights:
Embrace Rural Development: Discover how Zoho taps into untapped talent pools by establishing offices in rural areas, implementing digital infrastructure, and developing technology-based solutions to address specific local challenges.
Long-Term Thinking: Learn about Zoho's commitment to long-term strategies over short-term gains, fostering a company culture that values patience, continuous improvement, and a long-term vision.
Vertical Integration: Understand the benefits of developing in-house capabilities to reduce dependencies on external vendors, while balancing flexibility and external partnerships.
Practical Skills and Hands-On Learning: Explore Zoho's emphasis on apprenticeship programs and on-the-job training to develop employees' skills, encouraging continuous learning and experimentation.
Adapting to Local Markets: Zoho's approach to tailoring products and services to meet specific regional needs while maintaining global standards ensures brand integrity across all markets.
🎓 Zoho Schools:
Learn about Zoho Schools' innovative approach to education, providing practical skills training and debt-free learning opportunities, empowering students and contributing to local economies.
📈 Key Takeaways:
Sustaining Innovation: Zoho remains private and bootstrapped, allowing freedom from external pressures and enabling long-term investments in R&D and employees.
Transnational Localism: Zoho's model of creating high-value jobs in rural areas balances economic development across regions.
Building Culture: Zoho's culture and philosophy are organically transmitted through leadership example and employee empowerment.
🌍 Episode Participants:
Sridhar Vembu: Co-founder and CEO of Zoho Corp, known for his unconventional choices and commitment to rural development and social impact.
Michael Krigsman: Industry analyst and publisher of CXOTalk, with extensive experience in advising enterprise technology companies.
📣 Join the Conversation:
Don't miss this engaging discussion on driving innovation, building resilient organizations, and instilling positive social impact in today's ever-changing business landscape.
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[@Minsturuiop]

Yippie 2billion ;) 🎉 love to mr Sridhar vembhu

[@teleshyam26]

Really nice video, I was wondering if i could help you edit your videos?