's Story
The Journey So Far:
I quit my last job in March 2007 to take up entrepreneurship. My growth was satisfactory to me, I learnt and contributed to the system and processes wherever I worked.
I am enjoying my entrepreneurship days as well, at the same time it has been very very challenging though.
Job Profile:
I am a small scale entrepreneur, So have to do most of the work myself. Most of the organizational functions are looked after by me.
The Decisions That Matter
All my decisions have been bold. I quit a PSU job, few MNCs, but all along I had a desire to learn. I keep learning at fast rate and once I am done, I search for opportunities to learn. This has helped me most of the times at the same time it has been my undoing at times.
Career Profile:
Most of the jobs are straight jacketed, which is not there in my current role. I have that flexibility to decide and work out something that I do the best.
Working Life Management:
Truely it has been a daunting task for an entrepreneur, I feel the need to give more time to my family.
Done Differently:
I would definitely slow down a bit and manage my expectations better.
Plans For The Future:
Toughest question and sincere answer is "I don't know". However I would try everyday of my life to make it a satisfying day for me and people nearby me.
Changes In The Professional Environment:
It has become more competitive, individualistic and value oriented, at times it feels that, its no team work. The system is more fragile. The work being driven, there is no sense of joy, creativity is left only in pockets. There is more distrust between the employees in a transient environment.
Growth Strategy:
I keep reading, writing, teaching talking to young persons. Most of the time I assure that there is a brighter side, help them to realize their own potential.
Other Thoughts:
Most of the issues now a days can be addressed by having an attitude of caring for others and trying to make the world a better place than we inherited. It should be a conscious thought in our daily work.
Required Reading:
Few books that shaped my thoughts are "Siddhartha" by Herman Hesse, "Rich Dad Poor Dad" "My experiments with Truth", & "Livingstone Seagull".
Advice For New Professionals:
Be competitive, set your own personal goals for the plan period, and manage your expectations. Touch the sky but keep your feet earthed.
Role Model:
I have always been impressed by leadership style of Gandhi. Some say Gandhi was a product of time, but I believe, it still can emulated
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