EP 047 | KRISHNA RAJ | FLOWDESK

We back with another Dox Radio banger !! This week, Krishna Raj of Flowdesk, breaks down: Introduction and Welcome [00:00 - 02:30] • Host Dan Eskow introduces the podcast and guest Krishna from Flowdesk. • Introduction of the podcast’s purpose and target audience. Crypto Space Dynamics [02:31 - 05:20] • Discussion on the rapid changes and constant evolution in the crypto space compared to traditional markets. • The importance of staying informed and adaptable. Krishna’s Career Path [05:21 - 10:50] • Krishna’s transition from BNY Mellon to the crypto industry. • Experiences and insights from working at BNY and Genesis. Genesis and Early Impressions [10:51 - 17:10] • Krishna’s first impressions of Genesis and its people. • Collaborative culture and key mentors. Handling Challenges at Genesis [17:11 - 25:30] • Dealing with the downturns and challenging times at Genesis. • Lessons learned and the importance of risk management. Leaving Genesis and Moving Forward [25:31 - 31:20] • Krishna’s decision to leave Genesis and the job search process. • Advice for others in similar situations and the importance of acting early. Experiencing Crypto Culture [31:21 - 37:45] • Krishna’s initial experiences with the more casual and degen side of the crypto community. • Differences between traditional finance and crypto cultures. Sales Skills in Crypto vs. TradFi [37:46 - 43:20] • Key differences in sales skills needed for crypto versus traditional finance. • The importance of synthesizing information and staying adaptable. Trust and Authenticity in Sales [43:21 - 48:30] • Building trust through follow-through and authenticity. • The importance of high emotional intelligence (EQ) in sales. Krishna’s Success in Job Hunting [48:31 - 54:10] • Why Krishna was successful in securing job offers during a competitive time. • The importance of understanding what employers are looking for. Joining Flowdesk [54:11 - 01:00:20] • Krishna’s decision to join Flowdesk and the reasons behind it. • The appeal of working with a trusted team and the potential for growth. Building the Flowdesk Brand [01:00:21 - 01:05:40] • How Flowdesk is building its brand in New York and the global market. • The balance between maintaining a fun, degen-friendly image and being professional. Meme Coins Discussion [01:05:41 - 01:18:50] • The rise of meme coins and how they are different in this cycle. • Krishna’s approach to evaluating and investing in meme coins. The Impact of Meme Coins on Work [01:18:51 - 01:23:30] • Balancing meme coin trading with professional responsibilities. • The potential distractions and benefits of being involved in meme coins. Conclusion and Final Thoughts [01:23:31 - 01:28:00] ___ 🌀 TELEGRAM CHANNEL — pull up to best source of hiring data in web3 🌀 PROOF OF HIRES — active list of Up Top Dealflow 🌀 DROP US YOUR CV — top shelf job application 💥SPONSORED BY PAPER VENTURES — IYYK 💥BASED EARLY-STAGE WEB3 VENTURE FUND 🌀 TWITTER 🌀 INSTAGRAM 🌀 LINKEDIN UP TOP is the leading talent agency for hiring in Web3. Through our unique "sports agent" model, and active presence at IRL events / on crypto-native platforms, the strength of our brand has continued to attract Top Shelf Talent for both tech & non-tech roles. Our mission is to bring transparency and community to hiring opportunities in crypto. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit danuptop.substack.com