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GIGL (Great Ideas Great Life) Summaries is an Indian educational platform that offers a range of learning materials, including audiobooks, podcasts, YouTube videos, and online courses. Established in 2019 by a former government worker who transitioned into entrepreneurship, GIGL Summaries Pvt Ltd is headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The platform simplifies and shares ideas from various thinkers, particularly in Hindi, to make them accessible to users across India. The core team includes Hemant Pant as Co-Founder & Director and Jyoti Thakur as Co-Founder.[1]
Table of Contents
[edit]- History
- Content and Offerings
- Business Model
- Impact and Reach
- References
History
[edit]GIGL was founded by Hemant Pant, who transitioned from a government career to entrepreneurship. With a background in Electrical Engineering, Pant completed his Master’s in Instrumentation Engineering and served as an S.D.O in the state electricity department of Himachal Pradesh for five years. During his tenure as a Class 1 Gazetted Officer, he began creating educational videos on YouTube in his spare time.[2]
In 2019, after his wife Jyoti Thakur completed her PhD in Instrumentation Engineering from NIT Jalandhar, the couple decided to relocate to Bangalore with their 3-month-old son. Pant left his government job to focus on creating educational content. GIGL was incubated by NASSCOM’s 10k Startups program in Bangalore, which helped the platform expand its reach and capabilities. Initially gaining traction through its YouTube channel, GIGL soon diversified its offerings to include a mobile app and website, providing a range of courses on communication skills, financial management, and personal growth.
Content and Offerings
[edit]GIGL provides various types of content, including:
- Audiobooks: GIGL creates audiobooks in several Indian languages, making them available to a wide audience.[3]
- YouTube Channel: The YouTube channel features book summaries and educational videos, attracting a significant number of subscribers.[4]
- Podcasts: GIGL offers podcasts on various topics, giving people the flexibility to learn on the go.
- Online Courses: GIGL has developed online courses that can be accessed through its app and website. These courses are designed to be concise and informative.[5]
Business Model
[edit]GIGL collaborates with educators and content creators to produce courses available on its platform. Educators earn a portion of the revenue from the courses, with the opportunity to earn more through affiliate marketing. GIGL retains a portion of the revenue to cover costs such as technical support, video editing, and platform maintenance.
Impact and Reach
[edit]Since its launch, GIGL has grown rapidly. The platform’s mobile app has more than 1 million downloads[6]. The YouTube channel has over 7 million[7] subscribers, and the platform is also active on Instagram and Facebook.
References
[edit]- ^ Team, S. A. (2024-02-21). "GIGL - Reshaping India's Learning Landscape". Start Up Article. Retrieved 2024-08-31.
- ^ Team, S. A. (2024-02-21). "GIGL - Reshaping India's Learning Landscape". Start Up Article. Retrieved 2024-08-31.
- ^ Team, Editorial (2024-03-26). "Founded by a Popular YouTuber, GIGL Makes Audiobooks in Different Indian Languages". MetaStory. Retrieved 2024-08-31.
- ^ "GREAT IDEAS GREAT LIFE". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-08-31.
- ^ "GIGL". www.greatideasgreatlife.com. Retrieved 2024-08-31.
- ^ "GIGL Audio Book and Courses - Apps on Google Play". play.google.com. Retrieved 2024-08-31.
- ^ "GREAT IDEAS GREAT LIFE". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-08-31.