Working with LinqTV #MyStory by Akshay Salunke

Akshay was Business Development Manager of LinqTV. His helpful attitude made him quite popular amongst the teams. He joined LinqTV in 2018 and worked with us till 2022 and it has been a memorable and pleasant journey with him. Recently we met him and asked about his experience so far with LINQTV.  When we were having a virtual chitchat, a lot of memories popped up.

Starting at LinqTV Landing a job at LinqTV was a turning point in my career. Right before I joined LinqTV, I didn’t have a job because the startup I was working for suddenly shut down. So, I was looking for a good, stable and long-lasting job.During my time without a job, I received several job offers, but I turned them down in pursuit of a position that truly resonated with me. I wanted to find a workplace where I could grow and make a meaningful contribution. I had no idea that searching for the best job would bring me to LinqTV.

When I first heard about a job opening at LinqTV, it felt like the perfect fit. I had a strong intuition that this was the place where I should be. So, I applied, went through the interview process, and happily accepted the job offer.

What made this opportunity special was the fact that I had no prior experience in IT or software companies. I was about to step into the world of Software as a Service (SaaS), and I was genuinely excited about it. Ankit Pandey recognized my dedication and gave me a chance. Joining LinqTV was a significant milestone for me, as it fulfilled my dream of working in the software industry.

Around 2007-2008, when the economy took a hit, many IT employees were losing their jobs. My parents suggested that I study Mechanical Engineering because it could open up various opportunities. I followed their advice and enrolled in Mechanical Engineering. During my engineering studies, I often took part in competitions like Robowars etc. I consistently won in these competitions at different colleges in my city and even at IIT Bombay, until I faced defeat from one of my junior students. This made me think that maybe Mechanical Engineering was the right path for me. However, when I started working at a major car manufacturing company, I realized I didn’t enjoy the work there. That’s when I decided to pursue an MBA.

After completing my MBA, I was eager to experience the startup culture. I joined a promising organization in this field, but unfortunately, it unexpectedly shut down. This led me to think that if there was a good time to transition into the software industry, it was now.

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○ Scalability and Flexibility because of SaaS..

○ They cost less and need fewer resources.

○ Smaller content creators can reach a global audience.

○ They can adapt to different rules and laws in different countries to keep things safe and legal. ○ Ensuring Security and Following Regulations in Every Country

Experience at LinqTV Before I became a part of the LinqTV team, I had worked in several different places. But, for the