Entrepreneurial Story of Siddharth Sharma who founded ZipZapDeals Internet Pvt Ltd located in Noida
About:
- Siddharth Sharma, Founder MA LLB
Email – siddharthsharma@zipzapdeals.com
The Team!
When Started: 23/09/2016
Location: Noida
What motivated you to start your Business?
At a very young age of 24 was fascinated by the start-up ecosystem which was prevalent in India. He himself a student realized the pains & concerns of students while venturing out to newer places or hanging out at nearby by places. At the same time, the students wanted to enjoy the lifestyle but without burning a hole in their pocket. Thus, the idea of reaching out to the students came into existence
Tell us about your Business
Established in 2016, ZipZapDeals Internet Private Limited is India’s first and only college student-centric online platform that facilitates a GPS like a tool to navigate their lifestyle requirement and needs. This innovative platform brings vendors (small vendors & merchant establishments) and big brands under common platform providing discovery of exclusive deals for the students. Zipzap facilitates real-time updates on deals and offers, DIY for Vendors, daily statistic and more. The company has been incubated at Amity Innovation Incubator Centre at Noida that provides support, both in terms of equity participation and invaluable guidance.
Tell us what an average day in your life looks like.
I start my morning with exercises like jogging, going to GYM and then proceed to my tight work schedule
One particular skill you got right and gave you best results.
communication skill
What have been your biggest challenges in running your Business so far? How did you overcome these challenges?
We have literally gone from testing the product in different stages from physical coupons to Apps to again transform the concept by understanding vendors need and Students consumption pattern.
What have you found the most effective way to get new clients?
Networking is the key
What advice do you give to other business owners?
Planning and being organized is critical to the success.
How did you keep motivated through difficult times?
Don’t get knocked out because of punches, the fight is always on. It’s my belief in myself and my passion to excel
What are your Marketing, Funding, and Team Building Strategy?
Market to the right audience and ensure our product solves their problem, word of mouth is the biggest source of marketing.
Your Achievements?
I think learning is the biggest achievement. I believe one should always keep moving, in this journey we make mistakes but one should never quit
With this belief, i have worked on the challenges especially building strong team and started ZipZapDeals at a young age of 24
What’s your favorite quote?
Champions keep playing until they get it right.”— Billie Jean King
Who inspires you?
Bill Gates
Share your Business Philosophy?
Business is a Marathon, So Make Sure You Survive the Race