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Rhucha Kulkarni LifeinClicks Photography Photography Company Details An HR professional-turned-entrepreneur, Rhucha is now a full-time #professionalphotographer. 7+ years of clicking various genres of photography brought her to found LifeinClicksPhotography in 2017. She specializes in #newborn, #baby, #maternity and #family #photography, and is internationally #accredited and #trained (https://apnpi.com) in handling and posing #newborns/#infants. Having created beautiful memories for 800+ CLIENTS #babies and their #families over the PAST TWO YEARs, gives her a high- when she sees her clients’ joys as they look back fondly on the #lifetimememories that she created! What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now (1) Shunning a secure and well-prospected corporate career (I am an ex HR professional), raised many a questions with family and others- will I be able to build a viable business, which justifies LEAVING A LUCRATIVE MBA-led CORPORATE CAREER? Also, paving my own path demanded resilience and commitment to the cause of following my passion. Photography was my passion since past 7 years, but I made it a point to get TRAINED AND CERTIFIED in a specialised area of NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY, and investing time, effort and money in my own skills upgradation took up a lot. But I see it as a necessary step in creating a trusting environment for new and expecting parents, who are my clients. (2) Turning a passion/hobby into a SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS by building trust with clients, has been an ongoing learning. I started with a bootstrapped business (around 2 lakh investment), and through my creative offerings and engaging client-relationships have built a business which hit the 10 LAKH PROFIT mark in YEAR 1 and REVENUES INCREASED 209% in YEAR 1. Thereafter, I have been thankful to have wonderful clients who trust me with their precious kids. I make it a point to engage in a baby-friendly way to understand where my clients come from and curate an engaging and memorable experience! (3) Challenges are ongoing- how to scale the business beyond this space of comfort, how to continue building trust with clients, how to add creativity in all our offerings for the best experience for our clients. It is a journey of lifelong learning for great experiences and memories for those who choose us! What message you want to give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs (1) BELIEVE IN YOURSELF: As a small chunk of women entrepreneurial group, it is easy to get disheartened and give up. Building confidence and resilience is crucial to tide over the tough times in entrepreneurship. Have faith, use techniques like self-talk, meditation etc. to understand oneself and build belief in self. (2) SEEK SUPPORT: We women often shy away from asking for help in certain areas. There is no shame in asking for help, be it the smallest of things. I often reached out to my husband for his opinion of building strategy and his insights have helped the business grow. (3) CONNECT AND NETWORK: We never know when connections turn out helpful for personal and business growth. Building a trusting network who we can rely on for advice and even just "talk it out", is crucial to success. To what do you attribute your success A strong WILL to FOLLOW MY PASSION on a sustainable basis, and resilience to stick it out during ups and downs has contributed to my success. My background of my MBA and corporate job helped me fine-tune my client-relationships, and build credibility for myself. Support from my husband and me having FAITH in my capabilities have been instrumental in making my passion into a viable plus a creative pursuit of a profession. Website or Social Media Page https://www.facebook.com/LifeinClicksPhotographyIndia/

Riddhi Doshi Patel LAJA Child Psychologist * Psychotherapist, Behavioral Coach, Parent Coach and Trainer for Women, Children, Youth and Individuals for self & Skills -development & enhancement. Company Details LAJA is India's first and only Forum that gives women a non-judgemental space to be themselves. We help women identify their skills, update & upgrade their skills, mentor them and help them become financially independent, confident individuals who are better versions of themselves. We achieve this through Monthly Meets where Influencers address and inspire the women, Skills Development and Enhancement workshops, On-line and Off-line expert talks, Experiential learning workshops and an Annual one day Conclave. What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now The Forum is meant for and designed for Women and surprisingly these very women are our challenge. The first step is to reach out to the women and make them understand that they are capable of great things. Since we are self-funded; finding venues for activities, sponsors for events, getting participants out of their homes are the second set of challenges we face almost everyday. Thankfully we have been able to make our presence felt in the Country and are able to draw our women who have gone back enriched, enlightened and empowered. These women in turn talk about our work and bring in more participants. Similarly, our work has been appreciated by many and now we are able to procure space for activities and workshops on a probono or nominal discounted rates. However, there are many more challenges that crop up on regular basis and overcoming them gives us new learnings. What message you want to give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs We want women to take charge of their lives and start taking steps even if they are small towards self-development and empowerment. A confident, self-aware and sure women is the key to building a nation of self-aware, confident and Future Leaders. To what do you attribute your success I attribute my success to my team of hard working women who passionately believe in the cause of Women's Self-development and Empowerment. I also attribute my success to the faith my family has in my capability and the strength of my conviction. Website or Social Media Page http://laja.org.in/

Rishika Khanna THE POCKET FULL OF WORDS and DIGI WORLD Content Writer , Digital Marketing Specialist , SEO specialist Company Details The Pocket Full Of Words is a Content Writing Blog which provides Internships in Content Writing , Marketing & Sales , Human Resource, Research & Development. We acts as a Mediator between the job providers and job seekers in Content Writing. We also provide various Content Writing Courses. What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now The challenges were alot like no family support. No financial support as I am just a 2nd year graduation student. As we provide jobs and Internships to Content Writers so finding the companies who want to hire and finding the people who want job was a main task. It's just a year that I have started many more challenges are yet to come. Along with that making people trust on the company was an major challenge. What message you want to give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs I just want to say to each and every women out there " Just start the things wether you get the support or not because people will criticize you even your parents can but the day you will stand out your parents will be the ones who will be proud of you the most and don't worry for the support because as you will start you will get the support yourself. To what do you attribute your success Just go with the things wether you get the support or not because when you are dedicated with your work you get the support by itself. Website or Social Media Page www.thepocketfullofwords.com

Rituja Dixit Learning Linkups Solutions Training and Development Company Details Learning Link ups is one of its kind portal which will serve as a “Link-UP” between Corporate Trainers & Facilitators with the learning needs of Corporate Learning & Development Industry. It will be a convergence platform where ideas, philosophies, challenges, innovation & market dynamics will be exchanged to shape the future of Learning & Sill Development Industry. With this sustainable communication channel in place between the two bodies we envisage to Institutionalise Learning & Skill Development in India. What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now It all started when I was pursuing TTT Training program to be certified as a Trainer while running my training consulting firm. I realised that that freelance Trainers are struggling to get business and as consultant I alredy know that corporates too searching for right trainer and that's how I launched an online platform for trainers and corporates to come together and connect to each other . I had to go through lot of hard ship to convince the trainers for using the online platform 5yrs back as they were not very good at using online. I had organised many workshops to help them create online presence and how to market themselves to get more business from the industry. Presently at LearningLinkups we have more then 2000+ trainers , facilitators, coaches across India and we have help them to get good business from corporates. What message you want give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs “Whatever you do, be different – that was the advice my mother gave me, and I can’t think of better advice for an entrepreneur. If you’re different, you will stand out.” To what do you attribute your success To my parents learning, hardwork, never say never, dream big. Website or Social Media Page www.learninglinkups.com, @LearningLinkups on FB

Roopa V ESOLLUTIONS CONSULTANCY PVT LTD MEP DESIGNER Company Details I am basically an Electrical electronic engineer from Bangalore University with Gold medal in year of 2003. Started my carrier as an electrical designer for all types of buildings . Have worked with leading MEP consultants for over 12years. From 2015, joined as a partner to Esollutions and leading their Bangalore office. Have bought considerably large projects to the firm and have bought the company from 5 employees to over 50plus now and also have considerably increased the turnover. Bangalore market knows me and recongnises me as one of the best MEP consultant What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now Being born in a lower middle class family was the 2nd daughter for my parents. As i was again a daughter, none in the family liked it and was always ignored a lot. After my 10th standard, parents financial position was so poor that they cannot afford my education. Took this as a challenge and studied in Govt college in PUC and secured 95%. Based on marks got, Jindal offered complete scholarship for my BE and thus became gold medalist in one of the toughest department, electrical. Post BE, i single handedly took family responsibility, completed my brother education. Later in 2006 got married to the then collegue by bearing all expenses on own. Though my husband is younger to me, earns less than me and have studied lesser than me, with his continued moral support have grown in this field and from past 5years took the responsibility of running an office in bangalore. Esollutions gave an opportunity to me to leed their Bangalore office and thus became one of the partner of them. Though had moral support from family, friends and other partners, without relaying on anyone have made greater turnover and bought the company to the position it is today What message you want to give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs Be brave, Be optimistic, nothing is impossible in life. To what do you attribute your success Hard work, focus and positive attitude towards work and life Website or Social Media Page www.esollutions.com

Roshni Lachhwani Intellexsys Legal Solutions Legal Company Details Intellexsys was founded 4 years ago to provide legal solutions in the field of intellectual property rights, information technology, media and business laws. Intellexsys assists businesses, start-ups, individuals, organisations, etc. with a holistic array of process involved in legal business development, trade mark, copyright, patents, web agreements, media agreements, franchise agreements, intellectual property and information technology, legal and business consultancy, legal due diligence for clients based across the globe having catered to countries such as Dubai, Singapore, Japan, Netherlands, USA, Italy, Hong Kong, Hungary, Malaysia and Russia. What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now Being a young lawyer and freshly versed in the field was a challenge to convince others about the quality of the work and skill on offer. A customer expects an elderly looking wise man/woman to guide them and help them. No-one expects a doe-eyed girl to guide them in legal processes. A small obstacle was to start from scratch using all the savings from internships and jobs towards business expenses, which eventually did generate income but the wait was exasperating. To add to this, lack of manpower support and lack of mentorship would create self-doubt. I gained confidence in my work when I was chosen by few MNC’s to handle their IP work solely due to my understanding of the subject, especially after I pitched along with existing big and small intellectual property firms. What message you want to give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs Each one of us has wings. If only one dares to jump, will they open for you to fly! Get up and jump up to do what you want to do…the rest will follow your footsteps! If you don’t get what you want, build it… To what do you attribute your success Success is an on-going journey and each one's perception about it is different. It should happen to one rather than chasing it. And I've been blessed to have had a taste of a small piece of it! I attritubite this to each and everyone who has been a part of my journey till now and in the future! Website or Social Media Page www.intellexsys.in

Rupali Barhate Logic Plus Graphic Design Company Details I am in Graphic design Since 12 years and Got Much More from this Field eventhough my Graduation is in Biotechnology.We are specially work in 3D Interior,Exterior,Walkthrough,Animations Since 12 years. What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now Different Field have Different Chanllenges, Most challenging part is when you are Not under spoon feeding. What message you want to give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs We can do or learn anything anytime Form Any Field when we have inner fire to learn. To what do you attribute your success My Husband Website or Social Media Page www.logicplus.in

Sajni Srivastava SAJNI SRIVASTAVA PRODUCTIONS ACTRESS/DIRECTOR/PRODUCER Company Details A very popular name in the Bollywood film industry who has done more than 50 series & many Adfilms & was also featured in International Album "AMORE" & Awarded more that 50 Prestigious Awards Nationally & Internationally, who has mesmerised audience with her performance a stylish BOLD & BEAUTIFUL SAJNI SRIVASTAVA has featured in Album "DHOKA" along with BLAD KEY a famous Tanzanian Artist. What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now Well I believe that TODAY'S CHALLENGE is tomorrow's victory.Challenges were there & are still there but how you overcome it that matters. What message you want to give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs Well if you fail to plan then you are planning to fail.Define success on your own terms ,achieve it by your own rules, and build a life you are proud to live. To what do you attribute your success Well I Thank God for his goodness & next my family who has always been supportive. Website or Social Media Page https://www.facebook.com/sajni.srivastava

Sanja Jovanovic Talent Academy Public Speaking Coach Company Details Public speaking trainers working to cure stage fright and prepare people for their big stage or screen moment. We work with TEDx speakers, keynote presenters, MCs and managers who need to lead, inspire and speak to be heard What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now On a personal level, I overcame some challenges to do with my divorce. Leaving a difficult home situation to start from the ground up again was difficult. I struggled to function let alone run a business. The resilience I developed is incredible. On a business level, I have to overcome challenges daily! We're currently experiencing a growth challenge in our expansion plan as we build our team. What message you want to give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs We're capable of much more than we give ourselves credit for! Surround yourself with positive people who push you forward To what do you attribute your success A support network both in personal and business life - building that network and relationship takes time and pays off! Website or Social Media Page www.talentacademy.com.au

Sanmeet Kaur Sunson Trainings Business Coaching/ Motivational Speaker Company Details I am on a mission to help atleast 100000 Entrepreneur to take their Business to the Next Level. I Mentor Business Owners and help them to fill the gap in their business so that they can Grow Their business. I train their team to be more productive and efficient and last but not the least i motivate / empower people so that they can get best out of their potential which can help them to lead a successful life. What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now Its been a long journey...Reason behind becoming a Motivational Speaker is my Son who is no more and died 6 years back due to Brain Tomour, that moment i consumed so much motivational stuff which helped me overcome, and i decided when videos of 5-10 minutes can motivate me , definitely i should also Motivate, mentor people so that they can come our of their problems, either personal, professional or Entrepreneurial.I have an experience of more than 13 years working in Companies ...before i become a mentor /Speaker What message you want to give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs We need to understand that " EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE" ...Women has a strong potential and can definitely become Entrepreneurs...We are so blessed by god with such qualities by which we can manage our family and our business too...so take a step ahead...think of a problem which people are facing and build a business around it...and you will definitely be successful..... To what do you attribute your success These are my top 3. I could list many more however these are the 3 that I believe are most important. STRONG DETERMINATION TO ACHIEVE MY GOAL - You will get end number of reasons to quit your goal, but there will be only very few reason which will act as a fuel to your Success... STRONG CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE- while working with my clients I always keep in mind what they are going through and what best i should provide to them so that they can come out of their challenges BELIEVES IN GOD - i have seen very ups and down in my life....so i always feel that some energy ie God is there who has choosen me to give positive impact in people's life. Others have given me when i needed the same a lot, and now its my turn to do the same ... Website or Social Media Page www.sanmeetkaur.com , https://www.facebook.com/SanmeetKaur1981/

Saranya P.Saranya, Chartered Accountant Chartered Accountant Company Details Chartered Accountant in Practice. Started as a single person and now 7 staff (all girls) working with me. I m happy that I m helping them financially by providing them jobs and training for articled assistants. What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now Everything is my investment out of money I earned right from my first computer, printer etc., Now having a office with all the needed amneties. I cleared my Professional Exam CA in first attempt in 2013 and immediately started practicing. Now its been 6.5 years. Inbetween I got married, delivered a baby and successfully running my profession in a growth phase. No financial support sorted from parents or from husband. What message you want to give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs If you decide nothing can stop you. To what do you attribute your success The keys to my success 1. Thinking differently 2. Always open and aspiring for opportunities 3. Always Humble 4. Servicing all the clients, how much ever small work they expect to be done 5. My husband's Moral and Emotional Support and the confidence he give me. Website or Social Media Page www.casaranya.com

Shailaja Rangarajan Rimagined Entrepreneur Company Details Rimagined is an enterprise that believes in a world without waste. We work with different types of discarded material and transform them into beautiful and high quality products of utility. And all this while generating dignified employment opportunities to many. What challenges have you overcome to reach where you are now The biggest challenge is creating a market for Upcycled products. The key is work on creating awareness and changing consumer perception of upcycled products. The other challenge has been with quality of products. This was overcome by focussing on setting up in-house production teams where tight quality control is maintained with zero compromise on finish or design. What message you want to give for other aspiring women entrepreneurs Dare to dream and don't be bound by role playing. To what do you attribute your success I believe that every individual can do her/his bit to make a difference. I am doing my bit. The journey has just begun. Website or Social Media Page www.rimagined.com