Next Level Humanity | Rajesh Iyengar | Startup Failures, Manufacturing Tech & Building What Customers Actually Need

In this inspiring episode of Next Level Humanity, our host Nevşah Fidan Karamehmet sits down with Rajesh Iyengar a serial entrepreneur and the founder of Lincode Labs Inc. to explore the highs and lows of building tech companies from scratch in Silicon Valley. With three successful exits under his belt, Rajesh opens up about his early failures, the lessons he learned the hard way, and how those experiences shaped his current approach to building meaningful, scalable ventures.From cold-calling 400 manufacturers to deeply understand their pain points, to crafting a product that truly solves a market need, Rajesh shares the raw realities of startup life. He reflects on the importance of patience, grit, and clarity especially in the early years when things feel uncertain. His journey is a masterclass in resilience and customer-centric thinking.Rajesh and Nevşah also dive into the emotional side of entrepreneurship how to handle pressure, when to trust your instincts, and why charging early customers is less about money and more about validation. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to sharpen your founder mindset, this conversation is filled with powerful takeaways, real stories, and uncommon wisdom from someone who’s lived the journey.