Hello, I’m
Rajendran S P
Senior Product Manager - Bold BI
Words that Stayed
A casual line from a friend during exam, quietly shaped my mindset…
Childhood Spark
A childhood cartoon, quietly sparked my fascination with building things.
Leadership
The hardest leadership lesson wasn’t solving problems, it was stepping back
16+ Years
My Current Role
I am currently guiding the entire development of Bold BI. All modules under the development team are handled by me. My role is mainly to set the product’s direction in a customer-centric way. Apart from defining product direction, I actively support customer engagements, strategic initiatives, product innovation, and cross-functional problem solving whenever needed.
My Experience Throughout My Journey
This could include my life experiences, challenges overcome, personal growth, and lessons learned.
About Me
I’d describe myself as a strategist at heart—someone who approaches everything with a curious mindset. I break down larger problems into smaller parts and solve them step by step.
I enjoy connecting ideas, people, and systems to make things work better.
My Early Dreams
As a child, I was fascinated by how things worked. Dexter’s Laboratory was one of my favorite shows on Cartoon Network. I loved watching Dexter build experiments in his secret lab. That probably planted the seed for my curiosity and love for creating things.
If I weren’t in tech, I’d probably be electronics professional – something that still lets me design, build and bring creative ideas to life through hands-on problem-solving.
Principles I Live By
‘Expect the unexpected’—this was something one of my friends casually reminded me of during my 10th board exam. While preparing and discussing, he said, “Always expect something you didn’t prepare for.” That line stuck with me immediately. In any situation, unexpected troubles can come your way, so be prepared—that’s the idea behind it.
Another principle I carry with me is “All is well” – this has been with me since childhood.
So personally, these positive lines have always travelled with me. They help me stay self-motivated.
My Perspective on Leadership
One of my toughest challenges has been knowing when to step in and when to step back. The right approach keeps shifting with the product, the pace of technology and the team’s maturity.
I learned that clarity and trust are the best antidotes. When goals and priorities are well-communicated, teams don’t need constant supervision—they need context and support.
Instead of fixing things myself, I began asking questions that helped the team reflect and decide. This shift from “doing” to “enabling” made a big difference. It taught me that leadership is less about control and more about creating the right environment for others to succeed.
Stay present and focus on what you can control. The more we learn to embrace uncertainty instead of resisting it, the easier it becomes to navigate both work and life.
- Rajendran S P
More About Me
Additional insights into my interests, experiences, and traits that shape my journey and perspective.
How My Role Shaped Me
These roles shaped me from an individual contributor into a systems thinker. It’s no longer just about writing code; it’s about ensuring the entire product experience works smoothly and adds value.
Earlier, I used to chase perfection. Now, I value a growth mindset - focusing on progress, learning, and collaboration.
Finding a Sense of Belonging
Every time I see a customer using our product in their production environment, that’s the moment. It gives me a deep sense of satisfaction knowing something we built here is helping someone make decisions, save time, or run their business better.
People Who Inspired Me
I find inspiration in everyone I meet by noticing the small qualities that make each person unique.
In my early days, my uncle (Natarajan) played an important role in guiding me. He was the one who first introduced me to computer science, and I remain truly grateful to him.
Professionally, many people have shaped my journey in different ways—Karthick for his technical depth and problem-solving mindset, Vijayakumar for pushing me beyond my comfort zone, Rajadurai for his process discipline, Vijayanand for managing large teams while staying hands-on, Daniel for his grounded leadership and high standards, Davis for his customer-focused thinking and friendly approach, and Balaji for constantly encouraging me to upskill and challenging me by playing the devil’s advocate.
Over time, I’ve realized it’s never just one person—many people shape who you become.
My Personal Achievement
One of my proudest personal achievements is building a home in my hometown after COVID. More than just a house, it represents stability, peace, and a place where my family feels safe and comfortable.
People often say that a home should bring a sense of calm the moment you walk through the door. Creating a space that gives my family that feeling is something I take great pride in. For me, the achievement is not the house itself, but the sense of belonging, security, and peace that it provides.
Moments that Make Me Smile
I try not to dwell only on past memories—I like creating new ones every day. With a 6-month-old baby, a playful 7-year-old daughter and a very understanding wife, my days are full of small, happy moments.
Playing with my kids during breaks or hearing their laughter instantly grounds me. Their joy and my wife’s quiet support keep me grateful and positive through everything.
Life Beyond Work
For me, the beach is close by, so I go for a 10-minute walk—sometimes alone, sometimes with my wife or friends. I also enjoy playing cricket, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with my family, especially my kids. And there are days when I simply sit idle and reflect on my thoughts. That mix of activity and stillness helps me disconnect from work and recharge.
My Advice to Young Minds
Develop customer-centric thinking early in your career.
Technology alone doesn’t create impact—context does. And that context comes from understanding your customers and their business goals.
You may not set the purpose, but you still need to know it. Only when you connect business context with execution you can apply technology effectively, prioritize wisely and create solutions that truly make a difference.
It’s not just about what we build—it’s about why we build it.
Tiny Snippets That Tell About Me
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A heartwarming collection of snapshots capturing the love, laughter, and life of our amazing family








