#Justdial Founder

VSS Mani, the founder of Just Dial, started the company in 1996 with an initial investment of Rs 50,000. The business model was inspired by his work at United Database and the idea that phone-based directory services would be more accessible. Despite a failed venture with Ask Me, he quickly became successful when a lucrative offer to buy part of his company led to him becoming a millionaire in a matter of weeks. Over the years, Just Dial caught the attention of investors and eventually was acquired by Reliance Retail in 2021 for a significant amount. Prior to the acquisition, the company had achieved an impressive revenue and profit margin. Today, VSS Mani serves as the Managing Director and CEO of Justdial, steering the company through various challenges and expansion opportunities. Follow @investupmedia for more Follow @investupmedia for more Follow @investupmedia for more #investupmedia #startupshivay #entrepreneurship #startupindia #startupbusiness #marketing #branding #vssmani #justdial Dm for collaboration and get your startup feature

Just listed your business on Justdial? Here’s your step-by-step guide to start strong and get maximum leads & visibility! 💼📲 1️⃣ Download the JD App The first step to smart business management! From real-time lead notifications to profile updates – everything is now at your fingertips. No need to wait or depend on anyone else. Sab kuch ek jagah, fully under your control! 2️⃣ Complete Your Profile Your profile is your first impression – make it count. Add your business name, contact number, working hours, address, and most importantly, photos & videos of your shop or services. ✅ Bonus tip: Finish your KYC and activate your contract – this gives you maximum visibility in customer searches! 3️⃣ Boost Your Profile Visibility Once your profile is active, encourage your happy customers to leave reviews and ratings. ⭐ Positive reviews = More trust 👁 More trust = More leads Simple! 4️⃣ Use the Leads Dashboard Every lead counts. Go to your JD App dashboard regularly. 📞 Call back fast 📧 Respond quickly 📈 Convert faster It’s the easiest way to turn interest into income! 5️⃣ Explore the Customer Support Portal Have questions or need help? Use the Customer Support portal to raise queries, get solutions, and even access videos that guide you on everything – from handling leads to using the platform effectively. No confusion, just clarity ✅ ✨ If you’ve listed your business – don’t stop there. Take these 5 steps to make it successful. #JustdialForBusiness #JdPartnerTips #GrowWithJustdial #Verified #SmallBusinessTools #JustdialSeller #SmartSelling #OnlineVisibility #CustomerSupport #leadgeneration

VSS Mani, hailing from a middle-class family in Tamil Nadu, faced financial challenges that led him to abandon his Chartered Accountancy dreams. He started his career as a salesman, but his entrepreneurial spirit never wavered. Despite early setbacks with ventures like AskMe and a wedding planner magazine, Mani’s persistence paid off. While working with Yellow Pages, he conceptualized Just Dial, a company that started from a rented garage with financial support from his wife’s jewelry and savings. The company thrived with the liberalization of the telephone policy in 1996, expanding from contact details to online services like food ordering and ticket booking. Just Dial’s growth was remarkable. By 2007, its valuation soared to around Rs 4,000 crore. The company went public in 2013, with a valuation of Rs 6,000 crore. By 2021, Reliance Retail, led by Mukesh Ambani, offered Rs 3,497 crore for Mani’s 41% stake, valuing his shares at Rs 1,332 crore. Reliance’s offer for a majority stake was valued at Rs 5,700 crore, elevating Just Dial’s worth to an estimated Rs 8,500 crore. From humble beginnings to becoming a significant player in the industry, VSS Mani’s journey is a testament to resilience and innovation. #VSSMani #JustDial #MukeshAmbani #Reliance #Startups #StartupIndia #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSuccess #StartupInspiration #Marketing #Innovation #ambani #marketinggrowmatics #Ambanifamily

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BUSINESS AND BRAND QUIZ Which company says "Delightful deliveris, Everyday" ? Founder - Mr Satya . started in 1998 TEXAS. #JaaneKabFaydaHoJaaye #businessquiz #bbq #OLX #QUICKR #JUSTDIAL #JUGAAD

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5 investments you can make in your 20s V. Krishnan, Co-Founder and Group President, Just Dial, shares some valuable insights in the new episode of #InsightOut. #justdial #krishnan #vkrishnan #investing #invest #angelinvestor #vc #mentor #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship

5 investments you can make in your 20s V. Krishnan, Co-Founder and Group President, Just Dial, shares some valuable insights in the new episode of #InsightOut. #justdial #krishnan #vkrishnan #investing #invest #angelinvestor #vc #mentor #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship

Don’t chase, instead attract! How did IT happen for Justdial? Mr V Krishnan, Co-founder and director, shares the fundraising journey of the company! Often companies approach investors for funding. However, because of its spectacular work; Justdial ended up being approached by investors. #investment #businessfunding #thebharatconversation #madeinindia #startupindia #reelvideos #educational #stockmarkets #olympics #indianbrand #businessfunding #salestips #marketingonline #foryou #dailyreels

Big moves this month at JUSTRIDE 🚀 Andrew’s back with your monthly roundup and there’s a lot to catch up on 👇 🤝 We’ve partnered with @royal.bikers, who’ll be using the JUSTRIDE app on their tours 🎙️ Podcast episodes are in the works — cameras rolling and conversations flowing 📱 App development is progressing fast… exciting updates coming soon We’re building, growing, and riding forward every single day. Stay tuned — we’re just getting started. 🔥 #JUSTRIDE #MotorcycleLife #StartupJourney #RideTogether #InnovationOnWheels

This weekend #JuniorMBAs @whenyoumetkriii and @konkana_maitra_04 from @ppsavanicbseabrama and #LaMartiniereforGirls pitched their business plan for ‘She-Drives’ at @ecelliitr E-Summit, in front of a huge audience of IITians and business tycoons including @mandarjoshi.official (the investor who made a 197X return on BharatPe). The teenpreneurs were felicitated by V Krishnan, founder of #Justdial and @kanchandwivedi19 , founder of LoanGini for their business plan developed under the Clever Harvey #Incubator program. These teens prove that JuniorMBAs are #AlwaysAhead! #iitroorkee #esummit #pitchcompetition

✨ From Empty Pockets to Billion-Dollar Business! 🚀💰 Meet V Krishnan, Co-founder of @jd_justdial, who built a billion-dollar business from scratch. Krishnan has been overseeing the strategic and operational aspects of the company since its establishment in 1996. The company became publicly traded in 2013. Today we take you back to the time when Justdial was just an idea. Don’t miss this insightful conversation. Click the bio link to watch the podcast! 🚀🎙️ #justdial #local #searchengine #company #internet #yellowpages #growth #indianstartups #business #podcast #madovergrowth #nitinbajaj