The Pain of Entrepreneurship is Real It’s hard. From handling the logistics of machines to meeting the endless compliance demands of running a private limited company, from building the right team to raising the capital needed for an R&D project—each step is a challenge, and the struggle is intense. But today, after all the hard work, we celebrate a significant milestone at Harinath Mechtech Innovations Private Limited. Our first innovative product, EasyKart, has been dispatched to the Food Corporation of India. 🚚 What I’ve learned through this journey is: 1.Never break your healthy relationships with vendors. 2.Keep everything on paper. If it’s not documented, it doesn’t exist. 3.No matter how tough it gets, don’t stop until you make it. To everyone out there building something of their own: It’s hard, it’s painful, but keep going. The results will come if you stay the course. 💡 #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #HardWork #TeamBuilding #Resilience #EasyKart #HarinathMechtech #FoodCorporationOfIndia

The Pain of Entrepreneurship is Real It’s hard. From handling the logistics of machines to meeting the endless compliance demands of running a private limited company, from building the right team to raising the capital needed for an R&D project—each step is a challenge, and the struggle is intense. But today, after all the hard work, we celebrate a significant milestone at Harinath Mechtech Innovations Private Limited. Our first innovative product, EasyKart, has been dispatched to the Food Corporation of India. 🚚 What I’ve learned through this journey is: 1.Never break your healthy relationships with vendors. 2.Keep everything on paper. If it’s not documented, it doesn’t exist. 3.No matter how tough it gets, don’t stop until you make it. To everyone out there building something of their own: It’s hard, it’s painful, but keep going. The results will come if you stay the course. 💡 #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #HardWork #TeamBuilding #Resilience #EasyKart #HarinathMechtech #FoodCorporationOfIndia

I recently had a opportunity to meet Mr. C.K. Ranganathan online, the founder of CavinKare, is a renowned entrepreneur in India known for revolutionizing the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) industry. His journey is an inspiring story of innovation, perseverance, and strategic thinking. Here are some quotes and lessons inspired by his story: 1. "Entrepreneurship is about taking risks and turning challenges into opportunities." (Reflects his ability to identify gaps in the market and innovate accordingly, like launching shampoo sachets to cater to the rural market.) 2. "Customer focus and innovation are the cornerstones of sustainable growth." (CavinKare's success lies in understanding the needs of customers across diverse segments and innovating products accordingly.) 3. "True leadership is about empowering others to grow along with you." (CKR is known for creating a work culture that values employees and fosters growth.) 4. "Stay rooted in your values while embracing change and growth." (Despite scaling up globally, CavinKare has retained its core philosophy of providing affordable quality products.) 5. "Disruption begins with small ideas executed consistently." (His decision to sell shampoo in sachets revolutionized the FMCG sector in India, making it accessible to millions.) CKR journey exemplifies how perseverance, innovation, and ethical practices can transform challenges into opportunities. His legacy continues to inspire entrepreneurs across India.

The innovation behind Blinkit's pop-up store at the Maha Kumbh Mela is a perfect example of how quick commerce is evolving in India, blending technology with cultural needs. By delivering essential items to millions of pilgrims in real-time, Blinkit has proven how e-commerce can meet the demands of large-scale events while ensuring convenience for consumers. This initiative showcases the power of entrepreneurship in solving complex logistical challenges, demonstrating the adaptability and homegrown spirit of Indian innovation. The seamless integration of rapid fulfillment with cultural significance is a brilliant step forward for both the e-commerce and the larger tech landscape in India.

Jab We Met || We recently had the opportunity to host Ashish Kasama and Nitesh Kasma at our office in Bengaluru, and what a stress-buster session it was! We all discussed common myths of #entrepreneurship, #teams, #trust, and more! Some anecdotes from the session are: 1. मैं आपके धंधे की तकनीक बना सकता हूं, आपका धंधा नहीं 2. वफादारी की गहराई पैसे की लंबाई जितनी ही है 3. हर सौदे में कोई ना कोई बेवकूफ होता है, अगर आप नहीं समझ रहे हो तो .... समझ जाओ All jokes aside, they inspired us in the early stages of building Marmeto | Enabling Commerce and are into very diverse technology fields. Building great teams and technology has been their forte; they have been in the business since 2013. They work extensively in Healthcare, Energy, BFSI, Transport, Logistics and Commerce. Marmeto | Enabling Commerce wishes Lucent Innovation great success.

How can one effectively engage with India's 70 million SMEs and leverage opportunities in this growth-driven sector? Sumit Agarwal, Founder, Vyapar, Avinash Deepak, SVP and Business Head, Airtel Business and Shradha Sharma, Founder and CEO of YourStory, discuss the opportunities in this sector, how entrepreneurs can address challenges with innovative solutions, and why it is crucial to understand individual customer needs. Episode 3 of The Founder’s Manifesto, powered by Airtel Business, brings you a deep dive into driving digital adoption in India’s vast and diverse MSME sector. Watch this space for more! #TheFoundersManifesto #AirtelBusiness #ReimaginingPossibilities #StartupSuccess #Entrepreneurship #CustomerCentricity #Technology #Vyapar #MSME #MadeInIndia Kaustubh Chandra (KC)

Let’s hear what Mr. Kaustubhan Bangalore Srivathsan Founder of KAD24 Teknosolutions Private Limited wishes to share at our upcoming "CONFERENCE 3.4" titled "Health & Wellness in the Workplace: Strategies for Success" #conference #international #national #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #startups #founders #growth #business #health #wellness #strategies #success

It was an enriching experience to join the Forbes India Small Business Summit in Pune and to be part of a panel discussion. I’m grateful to Forbes India for the invitation and the opportunity to share insights alongside luminary peers. The discussion revolved around the agility and innovation MSMEs bring to the table, especially as they work to balance key aspects of modern businesses like innovation and technology with limited resources. Many companies, despite hurdles like funding and talent acquisition, are finding ways to leverage AI and other tools to bridge these gaps. We also talked about the central government's supportive initiatives—schemes like Start-up India and Skill India—which are helping businesses access resources and funding to fuel their growth. . . . #TechForGrowth #StartupIndia #SkillIndia #AgilityInBusiness #InnovationInSMEs #BusinessGrowth #MSMEs #BusinessLeadership #IndianEntrepreneurs #ForbesIndiaSummit #MSMEInnovation #Entrepreneurship #AIinBusiness

Discover how three friends from Chennai launched Tradesala, a transformative e-commerce platform, to help MSMEs sell Made in India products nationwide and globally. Amid the pandemic, their initiative is driving growth for small businesses and empowering local entrepreneurship. #Tradesala #MSMEEmpowerment #MadeInIndia #EcommerceInnovation #SupportLocalBusinesses #ChennaiStartups #StartupSuccess #DigitalIndia #GlobalReach #COVIDSuccessStory

Meet the Man Who Hyperscaled a Struggling Brand into India’s Leading Electrical Giant In 1958, Qimat Rai Gupta left Gobindgarh, Punjab, with just ₹10,000 and a dream to change his family's fortunes. He migrated to Delhi and established a small electrical trading business in Bhagirath Palace, Asia's largest wholesale market for electrical products. 🚀𝗔 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 In 1971, Gupta purchased the Havells brand for ₹700,000, transforming it from a modest trading company into a household name. Over four decades, he grew the company's revenue from lakhs to ₹16,500 crore. 💡 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 After Gupta's passing in 2014, his son, Anil Rai Gupta, shifted the focus from foreign technology reliance to in-house R&D, employing over 800 engineers. Today, Havells manufactures a diverse range of electrical goods across 15 facilities in India. 📈 𝗔 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 As of 2023, Havells boasts a market cap of ₹77,767 crore, with Anil and his mother, Vinod Gupta, ranking 30th on the Forbes India Rich List with a combined net worth of $6.7 billion. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘀: Gupta spotted potential in the struggling Havells brand and acquired it for just ₹700,000 in 1971. 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥&𝗗: With over 850 engineers dedicated to product innovation, Havells stays at the forefront of the industry. 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗮 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: Impactful campaigns have made Havells synonymous with quality and innovation. 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Swift installation services and doorstep support demonstrate a commitment to customer satisfaction Qimat Rai Gupta's legacy continues to inspire entrepreneurs worldwide, showcasing the power of vision, innovation, and resilience in business. 👉 What lessons have you learned from his entrepreneurial journey? Share your insights in the comments below! Let's inspire each other to HyperScale! #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Havells #Leadership #startup #shripalgandhi