Inner Voice: Topsy-turvy tales of entrepreneurship with Alok Kejriwal
Discover the fascinating journey of entrepreneurship and the transformative power of reading in this insightful discussion with author Alok Kejriwal shared in an exclusive interaction with Sharmila Bhowmick for the special Inner Voice segment for his book "Getting Dressed and Parking Cars."
With a nod to Warren Buffett's advice of reading 500 pages a week, he shares how his hunger for knowledge drove him to learn through extensive reading, despite his classical business family background.
He reflects on the profound influence of Campion School in South Bombay, where essay writing and elocution were pivotal in nurturing his passion for writing. This early foundation blossomed into a lifelong habit, complementing his entrepreneurial endeavours. As he discusses the evolution of startups in India, he notes the shift from the hunger-driven motivations of the pre-90s to the contemporary desire to be cool and stand out.