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From Seed to Success: How Planting a Tree Mirrors the Journey of Entrepreneurship


Entrepreneurship is often considered as a path to financial success, but it is also a responsibility that passes down through generations. The metaphor of planting a tree and watching it grow is a perfect analogy to explain the process of entrepreneurship.

Just like planting a sapling, entrepreneurship requires hard work and perseverance to see it flourish. The first generation of entrepreneurs is responsible for planting the seed, laying the foundation of the business and establishing the brand. They often work long hours, take risks, and make sacrifices to ensure that the business survives the initial years.

The second generation of entrepreneurs, just like the son who nurtured the sapling, are responsible for maintaining the business and ensuring its sustainability. They take what their parents have built and add their own expertise and innovation to keep the business relevant and thriving.

Finally, the third generation of entrepreneurs, like the grandson who enjoys the fruits of the tree, reap the benefits of the hard work of their predecessors. They have the advantage of the trust, systems and processes, and the team and expertise that their parents and grandparents have built.

Furthermore, there is no pride in merely planting a sapling, as it is the duty of any person to contribute to the growth and betterment of society. Similarly, the first generation of entrepreneurs should not take pride in merely starting a business, but rather in creating a legacy that benefits their family and the society as a whole.

In conclusion, the metaphor of planting a tree to explain the process of entrepreneurship is a powerful one. It illustrates the importance of hard work, perseverance, and innovation in creating a successful business. However, it also highlights the responsibility of the first generation to lay a strong foundation, and the obligation of all individuals to contribute to the growth and betterment of society

Is Emotion a Weakness for an Entrepreneur?


As an entrepreneur, one may believe that they must remain emotionally detached from their business decisions to stay objective and successful. However, this is a misconception, and in reality, emotions play an essential role in an entrepreneur’s life. While emotions can be a great motivator, they can also be a weakness for entrepreneurs.

Here are some reasons why emotion can be a weakness for entrepreneurs:

  1. Impulsive decision-making

Emotions can often lead to impulsive decision-making, which can be detrimental to an entrepreneur’s business. When emotions are high, and rational thinking is clouded, entrepreneurs may make decisions that are not based on sound business principles or may be driven by personal biases.

  1. Inability to handle rejection

Rejection is a common experience for entrepreneurs, whether it’s from potential investors, customers, or partners. Emotions can make it difficult for entrepreneurs to handle rejection and bounce back from setbacks. This can lead to a lack of resilience and an unwillingness to take risks in the future.

  1. Difficulty in managing stress

Entrepreneurship can be stressful, and the ability to manage stress is essential for success. Emotions can exacerbate stress levels and make it difficult for entrepreneurs to stay focused and productive. This can lead to burnout and ultimately harm the business.

  1. Poor communication skills

Emotions can interfere with effective communication, which is critical for entrepreneurs. When entrepreneurs are emotionally charged, they may struggle to articulate their thoughts clearly, listen actively, and empathize with others. This can lead to misunderstandings and conflict, both of which can harm the business.

  1. Limited creativity

Emotions can limit an entrepreneur’s creativity and ability to think outside the box. When emotions are high, entrepreneurs may be more likely to stick to conventional thinking and avoid taking risks. This can stifle innovation and limit the potential for growth.

In conclusion, while emotions can be a great motivator, they can also be a weakness for entrepreneurs. Emotions can lead to impulsive decision-making, an inability to handle rejection, difficulty in managing stress, poor communication skills, and limited creativity. Therefore, entrepreneurs must learn to manage their emotions effectively to stay objective and successful in their business endeavors

Entrepreneurial rollercoaster: Navigating relationships, emotions, failures, and demotivation on the path to success


Entrepreneurship can be a challenging and rewarding journey. While building a business, entrepreneurs face numerous challenges that can affect their relationships, emotions, and motivation. In this blog, we will explore some of the common challenges faced by entrepreneurs and how they can overcome them.

  1. Relationships:

Entrepreneurship can put a strain on relationships, whether it’s with a spouse, family, or friends. Entrepreneurs often work long hours and put all their energy into their business, leaving little time for other areas of their life. This can lead to feelings of guilt and resentment from their loved ones.

To overcome this, entrepreneurs should communicate their goals and schedule with their loved ones. Setting boundaries and being transparent about their workload can help to manage expectations and reduce stress. Additionally, making time for self-care and spending quality time with loved ones can help to maintain healthy relationships.

  1. Emotions:

Entrepreneurship can be an emotional rollercoaster. The highs of success and the lows of failure can be challenging to manage. Entrepreneurs may also face anxiety and stress due to the uncertainty of their business.

To overcome this, entrepreneurs should practice mindfulness and self-care. Taking breaks, practicing meditation, and exercising can help to reduce stress and anxiety. Seeking support from a mentor or a therapist can also help to manage emotions and maintain a positive mindset.

  1. Failures:

Failures are inevitable in entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurs may experience setbacks, such as failed product launches, unsuccessful marketing campaigns, or financial challenges. These failures can be demotivating and make entrepreneurs question their abilities.

To overcome this, entrepreneurs should embrace failure as a learning opportunity. They should analyze their failures and use the lessons learned to improve their business. Additionally, seeking support from a mentor or a business coach can provide a fresh perspective and help entrepreneurs to stay motivated.

  1. Demotivation:

Entrepreneurship can be a lonely journey, and entrepreneurs may feel demotivated at times. It can be challenging to stay motivated when facing constant challenges and setbacks.

To overcome this, entrepreneurs should set realistic goals and celebrate small wins. Breaking down big goals into smaller achievable tasks can make them feel less overwhelming. Additionally, seeking support from a community of like-minded entrepreneurs can provide motivation and accountability.

In conclusion, entrepreneurship is a challenging but rewarding journey. Entrepreneurs may face challenges in their relationships, emotions, failures, and motivation. However, by practicing mindfulness, seeking support, and embracing failure, entrepreneurs can overcome these challenges and achieve success in their business

The Entrepreneurial Spirit: Once Ignited, Forever Alive


Entrepreneurship is a way of life, not just a profession. It is a mindset that enables individuals to identify and pursue opportunities, create value, and take calculated risks. While some people may choose to start their own businesses only once, for others, entrepreneurship becomes a lifelong pursuit. The phrase “Once an entrepreneur always an entrepreneur” reflects this reality, and in this blog post, we will explore why this is the case.

  1. Entrepreneurship is a mindset

Entrepreneurship is not just about starting a business; it’s about the mindset that drives individuals to pursue their goals and create value. Entrepreneurs are inherently curious and creative. They are always on the lookout for new opportunities and ways to improve existing systems. This mindset doesn’t just disappear once an entrepreneur has sold their business or retired from the startup world.

  1. Entrepreneurs thrive on challenge

Entrepreneurs are often attracted to the challenge of starting a business. They relish the opportunity to create something new and solve problems that others have overlooked. This drive doesn’t disappear once a business is up and running. Many entrepreneurs continue to seek out new challenges, whether that means starting a new business or pursuing other endeavors that require creativity and problem-solving skills.

  1. Entrepreneurs are passionate

Entrepreneurs are often driven by a deep passion for what they do. Whether they are creating a new product or service, solving a problem, or serving a specific market, entrepreneurs are committed to their vision. This passion doesn’t simply disappear once a business is sold or retired from. Many entrepreneurs continue to be passionate about the same issues that drove them to start their business in the first place, and they may pursue other avenues for expressing that passion.

  1. Entrepreneurs are resilient

Starting a business is not easy, and entrepreneurs often face setbacks, failures, and unexpected challenges along the way. However, successful entrepreneurs learn from their experiences and use them to build resilience. This resilience doesn’t disappear once a business is sold or retired from. Many entrepreneurs continue to be resilient in other areas of their lives and pursue new challenges with the same level of determination.

  1. Entrepreneurship is a community

Entrepreneurship is not just about the individual; it’s about the community of like-minded individuals who support each other and share a common vision. Once an entrepreneur has entered this community, they are unlikely to leave it entirely. Many entrepreneurs continue to be involved in the startup world, even if they are no longer running their own business. They may mentor new entrepreneurs, invest in startups, or simply attend events and stay connected with others in the community.

In conclusion, the phrase “Once an entrepreneur always an entrepreneur” reflects the reality that entrepreneurship is a way of life, not just a profession. The mindset, drive, passion, resilience, and community that define entrepreneurship are unlikely to disappear once a business is sold or retired from. For many entrepreneurs, entrepreneurship becomes a lifelong pursuit, and they continue to seek out new challenges and opportunities to create value long after they have left the startup world

Once an Entrepreneur, always an Entrepreneur!!


Once an entrepreneur, always an entrepreneur!!

Entrepreneurship -my ultimate job…


My parents wanted me to take up a job of their choice, a job that every Tom, Dick & Harry were running for and a job which was a social status… Frankly I wanted to do a job which I could fall in love with..

So, what is it that I love???

I loved to be an ENTREPRENEUR… I wanted to be on my own and employ all those Tom, Dick & Harry to work under me…

What fullfils me??

There are more than one factor that fullfils me for being an entrepreneur;

  • No other job gives me the opportunity to explore!!
  • No other job allows me to fail!!
  • No other job attracts more opposition and criticism on me!!!
  • No other job make people to Hate me and Love me!!
  • No other job allows me to be independent!!
  • No other job exposes me to RISKS!!
  • No other job allows me to do what I want!!!
  • No other job gives me satisfaction!!
  • No other job gives you an opportitunity to create an impact!!
  • No other job gave me the opportunity to be responsible!!!
  • No other job gave me the opportunity to become a true leader!!!

When I’m working on what I love then Money looks Nothing, I’ve learned ways to survive without money and in my experience money keeps following if we perceive…

Ravi SIR Entrepreneur Début Party!!! 


Today signed-up for Madras Coffee House Franchisee and Ravi sir has formally become an entrepreneur!!!

Welcome to Entrepreneurs Club Ravi SIR… Also thanks a lot for your treat at Hotel Hilton!!!




The Junk in my life & how overcome them!!


I’ve been a very proactive kid in sports, business & extra curricular activities… But I’ve been a underperforming student… My whole capacity was measured based on my academic performance… My own parents crushed my dreams, and pushed me to put that extra effort to excel in what I was not good at(Studies)…

The stigma of being a poor performer in academics made me;

  • Low in self esteem.
  • Low in self confidence.
  • A comedy stock.
  • Live being bullied by above average kids.
  • Live a life of frustration.

Things I was forced to QUIT!!

Sports: I was a naturally gifted athlete & sports person which came from my maternal grandfather, maternal uncle and my mother. Sports Day is the only day I felt like a hero. I had dreams of building a career as a footballer or an athlete. But I was forced to quit because of academic performance.

Fish Breeding: At the age of 12 I started breeding fish at home and was selling to local kids. Made around ₹2000 a month during 1992. My parents forced me to quit, as they believed earning money would bring down my interest in academics.

HDK Dealership: Those were the days of audio cassettes. People use to buy empty cassattes to record their favorate songs. A 90 minute empty cassette costs ₹40 and I use to buy those cassettes to record songs. HDK(or HDC? Could collect the name) was the market leader for its quality!!

One day thought of taking dealership for HDK as local shops were selling low quality cassettes.Immediately wrote a letter to HDK asking dealership. I got a response from them telling they didn’t have a dealership option. But they offered to give a cassette for ₹20 if I could place an order for 100 units. The total investment was ₹2000 and my parents had the money I earned through fish breeding. Again they didn’t give that money and discouraged me to continue..

Movies: My interest on studies was drastically coming down as I couldn’t cope up. Got an opportunity to become a troop dancer in movies. Again I was not allowed to continue as movies are not considered as a career option for person coming from a reputed family..

Finally I took a stand that I wanted to become an entrepreneur when I was 20 and perceived with great difficulties. But I had to come across a lot of junks like;

  • Emotional Blackmail from closed ones!!
  • Discouragement from closed ones & friends!!
  • Pessimism from incompetent stake holders!!
  • Crooks who try to cheat or exploit!!

It is impossible to totally eradicate such people. But I do following things to remove those junk take over me;

  • Associate and Hang-around with Movivated and Like-Minded people!!
  • Watch motivational movies!!
  • Listen to motivational songs!!
  • Read success biographies!!

This is what I do to “Clean House of Junk”…

Scar + Story + Survival = Entrepreneur



These 3S are the basic ingredient of an entrepreneur!!

I’m a survivor too!!

Every challenge throws an opportunity!! This is how I got my Opportunity!!!



Became an Entrepreneurship against the wishes of my parents during 1st September 2000 a month or two before the dot-com bubble.I remember it was sometime around December 2001, it was already 15 months of entrepreneurship and things were not getting any simple… World was still reeling under dot-com bubble and 9/11 terror attack has only made matters worse and nothing was gloomy… Life became very challenging and cruel to me as;

  • Money due to my mentor & vendors has started accruing.
  • All my efforts of winning a project was hitting to a dead end. 
  • Criticism from friends and family were getting aggressive every passing day.

But every challenging situation throws a opportunity unknown to us!! Like wise an opportunity one day to my dingy office in an oil go-down. The place was hot, dusty and smelled oil everywhere and I had this 10 year experienced US return who came to me asking for a Job. He was too experienced for me to handle and i was not interested give him an offer. But the conversation between us gave me a new dimension.

US Returnee: Hello Sir!!

ME: SIR?? Who Me?

US Returnee: Yes Sir!!

ME: Yes tell me.. How Can I help you??

US Returnee: I’m looking for a Job. Here is my resume.

ME: Resume read 10 years experience, 4 years in US etc etc. OMG!! I Said, you are too experienced to work under me who doesn’t carry any experience.

US Returnee: No Problem Sir! All i need is a job to engage myself. I didn’t want to stay at home and become dumb.

ME: Sorry, I’m not in a position to offer salary. I think you are in a wrong place.

US Returnee: No Problem Sir!! I’ve earned enough money to survive next couple of years. All I need is a job. Pls consider me.

ME: I don’t have any computers to accommodate you.

US Returnee: No Problem Sir!! I’ve a LapTop and I can bring that. Just give me Job & Projects to work thats enough.

ME: Mind Voice “LapTop ah?? I’ve just seen that on TV commercials and on internet”. Then I told him that I’m not in a position to offer him a job.

US Returnee: I’m ready to offer some money for the Job.

ME: I closed the conversation by telling it is not going to work and I was not interested.

But this situation opened an opportunity in life and I thought why not recruit 3-4 freshers and build a product and leverage on that product. The same day posted a walk-in on a Yahoo Groups for Chennai Freshers .

Again this was like a opening up of another devil. I was sleeping and my mother woke me up telling it was a call from mentor. It was 6.30 AM and I picked the phone and here goes the conversation;

Mentor: What did you do?

ME: I did nothing SIR.

Mentor: There are some 200+ people waiting at the entrance of the office.

ME: 200? I made a post for walk-in in Yahoo Group thats it?

Mentor: What ever goto office and see to it that you are talking to the crowd and send them off ASAP.

ME: Ok Sir!! I’ll be there by 8AM and I’ll handle SIR..

I got ready and immediately drove to the spot. To my surprise the crowd has grown to a couple of 1000’s. My mentor has panicked and has sent his staff to tackle the situation. Already I stared shivering and my brain totally stopped working. Even thought of running away from the situation. But I wanted to handle the situation at any cost because I didn’t want the crowd to damage the office.

I Climbed the compound wall and shouted telling I was a startup, till now it is just me and i’m looking for just 4-5 developers. I thought that is it, but to my surprised every individual started pleading to consider them for that 5 opening. There were people who have traveled from Bangalore, Hydrabad & Mumbai for just a Yahoo Group post. That is how the Job Openings became viral during those recession time.

For me coming out of the walk-in was the only thing on my mind. People used every reasons from sympathy factors, to health issues, to parents health issues, to poverty to get a job. One girl was literally crying when she got rejected and then came her father. Her father said;

Sir!! She is my daughter, she is a gold medalist and her self-confidence has gone down. I’ve not seen her like this & i dont want to see her like this. Here is 1,00,000 INR Sir(It was ready cash)!!! Take this and give her a job. That didn’t look like an opportunity. It only made my already panicked mind into more panic and i rejected that offer and sent that man out. Some how i managed to move away from that day..

After moving from that day it was again days of criticism, push from vendors and desperation to succeed. But no where money was coming. That is were i thought why not I call the US Returnee & The Gold Medalist girl and take a Job Deposit from them. Unfortunately I lost their contact.

From then I started to demand deposit for the job which would be returned after a year. Some how I managed to get Job Deposits from 2 recruits. With that money I could settle all my debts and settle all my commitments with 5 months liquidity. With no distraction for 5 months I could turn things by 3rd month and there was no looking back from then.

Life is not a Not Lemonade and this is how I resolved a a situation in early part of my career!!!