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SUCCESS STORY

Vandana Luthra The Founder of VLCC

START SMALL AND GO BIG

low-investment business ideas 2021

WHY COMPANY OUTINGS ARE

important to keep employees motivated?

THINGS ALL SUCCESSFUL

lifestyle entrepreneurs believe

TIPS FOR BECOMING A Millionaire in just 5 year

Neelesh Banthia

CEO & Founder

Impassioned for Delivering Excellence and Relevance 1

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Editor’sNote “BECOMING A LAWYER TAKES MORE THAN A DEGREE OR ACADEMIC EXPERTISE, IT REQUIRES A CONQUERING MIND” Just as laws are essential to upholding the principles of justice, a lawyer is accountable for administrating it. While it seems very straightforward in theory, the reality is quite different. A lawyer needs to act in the best interests of his clients while maintaining the decorum of the court and act responsibly with colleagues. The Indian judicial system is diverse and every legal matter has a fleet of attorneys specializing in it. Whether it’s buying a property, selling your assets, getting a divorce or criminal matters, a lawyer provides valuable assistance in every step. While these are some of the popular areas, many lawyers also address Religious Congregations, Archdioceses and Dioceses; hence, marking a significant presence. Mr Neelesh Banthia is one such revered persona in the legal arena. With a remarkable background in law, he is spearheading Banthia and Co. Advocates, a renowned law firm with more than 6 decades of presence. The firm is reputed for its prompt solutions and exceptional representation of clients in business, litigation, property and real estate matters. Innovative Zone is a trustworthy and celebrated business magazine that believes innovation isn’t constricted and can emerge from any space. Building on that, in its upcoming edition, the magazine is featuring articles about Companies marking significance in their diverse areas. The Cover page will feature the journey of Mr Neelesh Banthia and how he has been propelling significance in the legal arena. His unwavering dedication, determination, and leadership qualities have guided the careers of over 350 lawyers from various fields and physiologies. The firm has a PAN-India presence with offices in almost every state, it is equipped with state-of-the-art measures and communication facilities to ensure the required competency. In short, it’s a one-stop-shop for legal matters. Turning over the pages, you’ll come across stories of other Leaders as well. As mentioned above, their stories are driven on creating significance in their respective areas. Not only this, our monthly edition is also bundled with several Success Stories, In-house blogs, and much more. We hope our efforts are adding to your knowledge base. Thank You!

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COVER STORY COVER STORY

CONTENTS

NEELESH BANTHIA

Founder & CEO of Banthia & Co. Advocates

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BANTHIA & CO. ADVOCATES Impassioned for Delivering Excellence and Relevance 18 SUCCESS STORY Vandana Luthra the founder of VLCC

20 BHARATIYA VIDYA BHAVAN

24 GROWTH Start small and go big low-investment business ideas 2021

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26 MATGLOBER CAREERS PVT. LTD. Shaping a radiant future for aspirers

32 TOURISM Why company outings are important to keep employees motivated?

36 BOB SANDY’S

Bob sandy’s environmental research and development organisation

38 CULTURE Tips for becoming a millionaire in just 5 year

40 NEXTAZY SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD. Revamping rural india with tech-flows

42 SIAPMART GROUP OF COMPANIES Revamping the e-commerce space with credibility

46 LIFESTYLE 9 Things all successful lifestyle entrepreneurs believe

48 STAPLE SKILLS

Pioneers in delivering corporate training and solutions with an endeavour and commitment to make a positive change in your growth

50 SUGARBOX Fostering high-speed, uninterrupted internet access

54 INNOVATION Ditch your job work for yourself

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Cover Story

NEELESH BANTHIA

Founder & CEO of Banthia & Co. Advocates

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Banthia & Co Advocates

Impassioned for Delivering Excellence and Relevance I

nnovative Zone Magazine is back with its brand-new edition featuring some exemplary enterprises with integrity and credibility as their foremost motive. Here, we are with the success story of a family enterprise that strives to be the ‘changemaker’ in legal domain by ensuring transparency in the legal processes globally. Being one of the top law firms in India with a cosmopolitan presence, Banthia & Co. Advocates commenced its entrepreneurial journey in 1953. At present, the firm has established its workstations in different countries including– the USA, the UK, the UAE, Singapore, Turkey, Japan and over 12 cities all across India. Fundamentally, it is impassioned towards dealing with legal and real estate matters internationally. So far, Banthia & Co. Advocates has been operating two delegate international offices in New York and Chicago, where they ensure diverse services pertaining to Legal Outsourcing, Paralegal and Secretarial Services with a dedicated and adept team of 350+ advocates handpicked from all over the world. Furthermore, their fortes lie in Indian local laws and specialization in property law and real estate matters. The matchless service offered by them has made them a preferred legal partner by some major industry giants that also include Clinton Foundation and World Bank for business settlements and counselling on worldwide investments. In India, they ensure world class services in the space of banking laws and serves the topmost banks such as ICICI and HDFC. 11

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THE LEADING LIGHT – Neelesh Banthia

Neelesh has attained a reputation of being a seasoned lawyer with years of enriched experience in the respective domain. His prime area of expertise is dealing with legal issues for major corporations across the globe. With over 19 years of experience in the sphere, he has become adroit in managing a committed team of more than 350 lawyers who are specialized in handling several legal issues from diverse jurisdictions across different continents. Being the CEO of the company, he has carved a space for it in the niche market as one of the leading law firms in India. Moreover, his unequalled business acuity has helped him acquire a respectful position amidst the youngest law firm owners in the country. And unquestionably, his sheer commitment, vision, dedication and persistence has assisted Banthia & Co. Advocates to emerge as a multifaceted international law firm. What is more fascinating is the fact that Neelesh always aspired to be a Pilot Officer and he achieved this dream in like no time. He kept scaling the graph of success by working in a different nation, but soon, he realized that he needs to give a new direction and work ecosystem to this family- business and can take it to greater heights. Owing to his vast experience of working in different countries, he had developed the traits of professionalism. After his return to India, he realized the need to eradicate conventional methods of law practices and lack of commitment, punctuality and loyalty towards clients, and imbibe the culture enriched with integrity and honesty. Regarding this backdrop, Neelesh quotes, “I wanted to change this scenario and chose to join this profession to carry on the legacy and bringing a change in this profession with dynamic approach and reorient the conventional ways of legal practice with commitment, honesty, obedience, and ability to deliver the work in the least possible time.”

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VALUES THAT EXEMPLIFY INTEGRITY Commitment, dedication, honesty and punctuality are the cornerstones for Banthia & Co Advocates. They are absolutely passionate to ensure prompt legal services wherever & whenever needed. With a firm belief to adopt the dynamic yet effective transformational changes, they are revamping the legal services space. “We provide 24 x 7 services to our clients across the globe and believe in maintaining personal and long-term relationships. And as a credible and outplaying legal partner, we pay immense emphasis on the adoption of the technologies across our business system,” cites the phenomenal leader. In terms of handling any adverse situation, they not just consider the primary facts but also keep the overall picture into consideration and comprehend the client’s needs. Their ability to foresee the long-term impact allows them to converge on every minute detail and develop the best -possible solutions to implement. In the overall business process, the company is always in absolute harmony with its clients, be it the prescription of the relevant solutions or anticipation of the possible consequences. To sum it up in one line, team Banthia &Co. Advocates always strived for the formulations of out-of-box solutions for its adored clients.

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WHAT IS MAKING THEM DIFFERENT? The company’s professional services are feasible to reach across the globe, in any case of urgency. Their sheer determination to be in constant touch with the client has being a key differentiator to them. Furthermore, they always envision to maintain a prolonged and comprehensive relationship with their clientele alongside spurring a cordial work ecosystem at their offices to make the clients comfortable enough to share their issues. Apart from this, the strict adherence to the confidentiality of the client’s data is always their priority after the course of consultancy has been performed. “Our client’s reputation is always on the top of our list. We never and ever take it for granted!,” asserts Neelesh. Excellence, growth and perfection are what they always aspire for all the time. They also believe that the youth has immense energy and commitment towards their job and for this reason, most of the advocates in their firm are below 50 years of age. And last but not the least, customer satisfaction is of the utmost importance to them. The company is absolutely dedicated towards offering unprecedented service standards by offering favorable legal consequences to the clients. It embodies professionals with varied experiences and fields who cater as per the clients’ requirements for spheres like business, finance and legal issues and also understand and counsel their sensitive problems.

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THE JOURNEY SO FAR Neelesh is carrying forward the legacy of his forefathers who laid the foundation stone for the company. His Great Grandfather, Late Shri Mishrilal ji Sb. Banthia, started his career excursion in 1927 at Baran, Rajasthan, where he exercised his judicial powers during the British rule. Later, his legacy was continued by the grandfather of Neelesh— Late Shri Nihal Singh ji Sb. Banthia who established Banthia & Co. Advocates in 1953, with its headquarter at Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), India. With this venture, his grandfather envisioned to bring committed and specialized advocates under the same roof to provide best possible legal services to the clients of various sectors in central India. And today, his vision is being served by Mr B.S. Banthia (Neelesh’s father) who is a Supreme Court Advocate and Neelesh himself. Both of them are running the firm with full dedication and commitment by being in sync with the mission of their forefathers. What started with 3 office spaces and workforce of 10 advocates, has now transformed into a mega corp with a full-fledged team of 350+ advocates and 24 offices across the world. Obviously, the journey to this thumping success was not a cakewalk, but the determined attempts of the family entrepreneurs kept them high-spirited to make a difference to this industry. Unveiling the obstacles, he came across in his career trajectory to become the leading face of the company, Neelesh states, “I decided to continue the Head Office in Bhopal (M.P.) where my grandfather practiced, instead of shifting his office to a metro city; at that time even though it was a common perception in the business and legal field that there are not many opportunities in a non-metro city.”

His adamant zeal, commitment and optimism allowed him to convert this step to be his best decision, as he understood that the expenses in Bhopal are minimal and travelling is less time consuming as compared to the metro city. Later, he brought numerous professionals on board from across the globe to provided best in class services to his clients while being based in Bhopal. Undeniably, thoughtful approach and acumen are quite praiseworthy. Neelesh always strived to get ahead by eradicating the convectional law practices and wanted to create the waves of change across this space. Thereby, he turned the direction of the company towards the legal consultancy instead of making it a litigation firm. He believes rather than litigation practices, consultancy and out of the court settlements practices are crucial to make a difference. And this kept him forging ahead in the domain with full enthusiasm, making the company a roaring success. MILESTONES AND ACHIEVEMENTS SO FAR The ‘family-based enterprise’ has attained numerous awards and accolades in the respective domain. Overcoming several milestones, the company has flagged its steadfast name in the legal field. A few of the honourable mentions have been enlisted below-

• The firm has been recognized as the TOP 10 PROMISING LEGAL CONSULTANTS IN INDIA by Legal Consultants Magazine, September 2017. • It has also been awarded– THE 10 BEST CONSTITUTIONAL LEGAL FIRMS IN 2017 by Insight Success Magazine, December 2017. • Recently, the company has started its new office in Tokyo, Japan as an Associate Office with HARAGUCHI INTERNATIONAL LAW OFFICE. • Neelesh Banthia has obtained membership in the International Council of Jurists.

A GLANCE AT THE FUTURE PROSPECTS When asked about the future outlooks, Neelesh revealed that they aspire to spread their service wings across the globe by intervening in more and more countries. Alongside, they have also ventured into segments like Knowledge Process Outsourcing via their registered company in the UK named- Banthia Legal Services UK Ltd. Moreover, they have also begun working in the space of due diligence and compliance pertaining to property and investment matters. Soon, the company will establish its unfaltering presence by inaugurating workstations at Abu Dhabi, Australia, Canada, France, Kuwait while venturing into more legal fields. 15

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Success Story

VANDANA ANDANA The Founder of VLCC

Luthra

Often women have to face a lot of restrictions before and after marriage because of these judgmental societies. But we cannot blame every society because there are a lot of societies who have changed their own old thinking and stared respecting women. I’m going to share a woman entrepreneur journey from a young mother to an entrepreneur. Her name is Vandana Luthra who is not just a great mother or a wife but also a better entrepreneur. I hope you will learn something from this article.

INTRODUCTION Vandana Luthra is an Indian inspirational entrepreneur who is the founder of VLCC Health care Ltd. The company sells beauty products and wellness conglomerate. The company is dispensing in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe. In 2014 she became chairperson of the Beauty and wellness sector skills council that is not a profitable organization, the B&WSSC gets financial support from NSDC which comes under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. PERSONAL LIFE AND EDUCATION Vandana Luther was born on 12 July 1956 in Delhi. According to Wikipedia, she grew up in an educated family, her mother was running charitable Trust and her father worked as a mechanical engineer. She completed her graduation in Delhi and decided to go to different countries (Germany, UK, and France) to gain expertise in beauty, skincare, fitness and food and nutrition. In 1988 she got married to Mukesh Luthra. She has two daughters. VLCC In 1989, Vandana found a company called VLCC as a Wellness centre. initially, she stared the company in Safdarjung Development Area New Delhi. Now VLCC has become famous not only nationally but internationally. Today the company offering a plethora of services like Slimming, beauty & grooming, laser, hair transplant and many more. Currently, VLCC is one of the most leading Beauty and wellness service industry in India. The company is operating the service of more than 326 locations in 153 cities and 13 countries. VLCC has employed more than 5000 people including medical professional and nutrition experts and cosmetologists and beauty professionals. In the present time, VLCC has set up manufacturing plants in Haridwar India and Singapore. The company produces and sell the product like skincare, body care product, and hair care. As per Wikipedia, These products are also marketed by 100,000 outlets India and more than 10,000 outlets across the middle east and Africa. VLCC is providing a vocation training course that is known as the VLCC Institute of Beauty & nutrition. Presently the institute has become one of the renovated vocational education academies in the beauty and nutrition training segment. She elected as chairperson at BWSSC. The organization is not profitable and has a moto to teach the skills to those women who have financial issues. BWSSC has opened so many skill centres, so if any women who are interested to learn beauty skills, you can check out the website. PHILANTHROPY Vandana is also running a charity that provides scholarships to underprivileged and physically challenged people. She is the VC of the NGO called Khushii. This NGO is working on different projects like vocational training facility, education with midday meal facility to 3,000 children, and telemedicine centre. According to Wikipedia, she is a member of the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga. 18

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ACHIEVEMENT & AWARD In 2013, Luther received India’s fourth-highest civilian honour Padma Shri award from President of India Pranab Mukherjee according to The Hindu. In 2012, she got the Asian Business Leaders forum Trailblazer award. In 2010, she won the Enterprise Asia Women Entrepreneur of the year award. From 2011 to 2015, she got listed 50 most influential women in business in India from Fortune magazine’s annual.

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BHARATIYA VIDYA BHAVAN

haratiya Vidya Bhavan, a Charitable Trust, a Registered Society and a non-profit organization set up in 1938 with the blessings of Mahatma Gandhi by Kulapati K.M. Munshi, has been promoting ‘Sanskrit and Sanskriti’ for the last 82 years through its multifarious institutions in India as well as abroad. It is recognized today for its yeomen services in the field of education and culture, as an “Institute of National Eminence” by the Government of India and is the recipient of ‘Communal Harmony Award’, ‘National Integration Award’ and above all ‘International Gandhi Peace Prize’.

The Bhavan has come to be recognised as a symbol of the intellectual, literary, educational, ethical, spiritual and cultural life of India flowing through the centuries, and as a comprehensive national institution with an international outlook, touching almost all segments of life. The Bhavan recognises no antagonism between science and spirituality. It believes that they are complementary and mutually invigorating and as such while promoting modern scientific progress, the Bhavan seeks to strike a synthesis between material and spiritual values.

U.K. in 1972, and another centre in the USA in 1981. These, in brief, are Bhavan’s aims and objectives. Other overseas centres of Bhavan are located in Sydney, Singapore, Mexico City, Kuwait, Durban and Lisbon. Bhavan’s Delhi Kendra began its life in 1952 when Dr Rajendra Prasad laid its foundation stone. Shri Jawaharlal Nehru formally inaugurated the Kendra in 1957. New wings were added in 1976, 1982, 1998 and 2012. The Kendra is now housed in a complex of spacious buildings in a Central locality in New Delhi on the Kasturba Gandhi Marg. Its campus covers an area of 4.84 acres of land. The Delhi Kendra today is the house of a number of Departments and Institutions catering to the educational, cultural and moral needs of children and adults alike.

This is being accomplished through its 373 constituent institutions and departments, via its centres spread all over India and abroad numbering 125, and its publications exceeding 2000 titles (with sales crossing 27 million) including its eleven-volume series of the History and Culture of the Indian People that has acquired worldwide recognition.

In view of its location, ‘The Delhi Kendra’ is called upon to liaise, coordinate and follow- up matters concerning the Central Office and others, including the foreign Centres of the Bhavan, with the Central Government, NonGovernment Institutions and Eminent Personalities.

The Bhavan imparts education in subjects ranging from Sanskrit, Indian Classical Music. Dance, Drama, Classical Language and Ancient Scriptures to Arts, Science, Engineering, Technology, Journalism, Advertising, Public Relations, Modern Management, Radio, Television and other media of mass communication and foreign languages like French, Spanish, Russian, German, Chinese, Arabic and Japanese. The medium of Instruction in the Bhavan’s Institutions is English with Sanskrit and Hindi as compulsory subjects.

BHAVAN’S DELHI KENDRA HAS THE FOLLOWING INSTITUTIONS:

1. Bhavan’s Mehta Vidyalaya - CBSE affiliated English Medium Public School, established in 1957, has classes from Nursery to Standard XII. 2. Bhavan’s Usha & Lakshmi Mittal Institute of Management - AICTE approved, globally respected and responsible business school that provides industry-relevant knowledge and skills to future managers and leaders in an ethical way.

The Bhavan believes that there are elements in all cultures that transcend all barriers and knit people together. Its idealogy is -”Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” - the world is one family. Its motto is “Aa no bhadraah kratavoyantu vishwatah” which means let noble thoughts come to us from every side. In furtherance of its aim of carrying India’s message beyond the land of its origin, especially in the Western Countries, the Bhavan first set up a centre in the

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3. Bhavan’s Leevati Munshi College of Education (B. Ed.) - Teacher’s training wing to get B.Ed. degree. Affiliated to G.G.S. IP. University. 4. Bhavan’s Saradar Patel College of Communication & Management Established in 1967, it offers a variety of Job oriented PG courses for Graduates. 5. Bhavan’s College of Film, TV & Animation Studies - Established in 2001, it offers Practical Training to work in TV Channels, Film Industry and Bollywood. 6. Bhavan’s Jawaharlal Nehru Academy for Foreign Languages - Established in 1958, it offers expert training in several Foreign Languages. 7. Bhavan’s Lilavati Munshi Catering Institute - Conducts Job oriented training in Hotel Management and Travel Tourism. 8. Bhavan’s Gandhi Institute of Computer Education - Offers free Computer training to promote Digital Administration in India. 9. Bhavan’s Institute of Astrology - Established in 1987, it offers professional and advanced level training in Astrology. 10. Bhavan’s Centre for Indology - Offers several short and long term courses related to Yoga, Vaastu, Palmistry, Numerology, and other subjects related to Indology. 11. Bhavan’s Sri Shankaracharya Sanskrit Mahavidyalaya - Offering several training

programmes on Sanskrit, Bhagwad Geeta and related subjects. 12. Bhavan’s Publication Department - ‘Pustak Bharati’ Sales and distribution wing for Bhavan’s publications of more than 2000 titles. As one of the activities to promote Bhavan’s Mission (Sanskrit & Sanskriti) and objectives, Bhavan’s Delhi Kendra organizes various events throughout the year in pursuance of the Bhavan’s objectives. Some notable ones are:Bhavan’s Sangeet Samaroh, Malhar Utsav — an evening of Hindustani Vocal Music, Book Release, Seminars/ Workshops Kavi Sammelan on Hindi Divas, Inter-School Competition on the recitation of Bhajans — dear to Mahatma Gandhi, Inter-School Sanskrit Shloka Competition and Inter-College Upanishad Paath Competition; Gita Jayanti, Birth Celebrations of Dr K.M. Munshi, Vasant Panchami Vasantotsav and many more. Bharaitya Vidya Bhavan, Delhi Kendra, to celebrate its foundation day and to pay tribute to its Founder, Kulapati K. M. Munshi, that has been organized for many years, Bhavan’s Sangeet Samaroh, in which eminent artists from Hindustani, Carnatic-vocal music, classical dance forms and instrumental music are presented to a distinguished gathering at Kamani Auditorium, New Delhi, usually on 6th, 7th & 8th November. On this occasion, Bhavan also brings out a thematic digest to create awareness about our ancient texts, related to the performing arts. So far, the Bhavan has brought out digests on the themes such as - Our Heritage in Classical Music and Dance, Instruments in Classical Music, Dance Traditions in India, Abhinavagupta, Silappaatikaram, Brahaddesi, Sarangadeva’s Sangeet Ratnakar, Chaturaa Damodara Virtictama – Sangitadarpanam, Pandit Aahobal’s “Sangeet Parijat” and Mansollasa.

MESSAGE FROM DIRECTOR BHAVAN’S DELHI KENDRA - SHRI ASHOK PRADHAN India is recognized for its rich cultural heritage, and every Indian must get connected to the values of Indian knowledge. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s motto is “vk uks Hkæk% Øroks fo’or%” that means ‘Let noble thoughts come to us from every side’. This is being practised at every stage of educational training. So, our educational process includes several activities that promote value addition at every stage of life.

At Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, a child of 3 years can join the Nursery class of Mehta Vidyalaya that is a CBSE recognized school up to 12th grade. For those who are stepping out of school, Bhavan has several professional job oriented courses in the field of Management, Education, Communication and many other trades, where students are professionally trained to become Industry ready, to get jobs easily, at the same time they are trained with value-based education to become good human beings. And when a person is ready to play the second inning of life(means after retirement from job), Bhavan offers plenty of training programmes in Yoga, Astrology, Ayurveda, Vasstu and many similar subjects. We have many students of age 60+ enrolled in these courses. By joining such courses, one truly gets connected with divinity to observe perfect spiritual growth. It is said that ‘Education of Human being should begin at birth and continue throughout his life”. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan truly offers “Vidya” at every stage of your life. Best Wishes!! 21

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Growth

START SMALL AND GO BIG LOW-INVESTMENT BUSINESS IDEAS 2021

Starting a new business plan seems like to climb a mountain of a difficult task. However, the amount of time, money, and risk involved in that business depends on the business idea you chase for yourself. Indian small towns are struggling with job opportunities as contrary to popular belief. There is always a high influx of big cities and metro cities for jobs in multinational companies or better business opportunities. However, with urban landscapes failing to provide relief in terms of living standards such as connectivity, transport or infrastructure. Many young working people are considering going back to the good old small town for starting something new in the marathon of business. Nevertheless, how do you deal with the lack of job opportunities? Do not worry much about them. You can easily create opportunities for yourself. Though India features among the top three start-up hubs of the world if we talk about the rest of the world and Indian small towns are still reluctant towards new avenues in business. Unlike big urban settlements and rural small town start-ups, they both react to start-ups differently. Every city has a certain character to it and hence different requirements were there in the investments and business ideas. We have compiled some low-investment business ideas that make a great entry point for beginners in business to let them know how to schedule low investment business plans.

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BUSINESS CONSULTANCY With so many entrepreneurs daily want to open their business and looking to launch their dream company they need advice from someone who has been there and done that. You can be their guide if you fit that bill and have experience with successfully starting and running a business. The consultancy business apart from inventing on a big business if much more profitable. One should definitely start their own business consultancy where they provide these aspiring business owners with knowledge and experience. INVESTMENT FIRM There is no shortage of investing and trading opportunities in the Indian market and you can even find it at every corner out there. The investment firm is a better option as a start-up business for small-scale investment and you could invest in anything from commodities like oil, gold, and bitcoin, as well as stocks and bonds. It is risky, but when you used to it with hands-on experience then it can easily work your way up to millionaire status.

and supplies. The only investment effort you need to put in as a tuition teacher with a wider knowledge.

CLEANING BUSINESS Opening a cleaning firm sounds weird in India but it does not cost much to start a cleaning business. Your monthly expenses for business are incredibly low, and there is always a need for cleaning homes or offices in the society. In fact, the cleaning industry pulled very much in India as a business.

FOOD TRUCK Food Industry in India as a business is a very widely popular business and make one of India’s richest entrepreneurs. Anyone with the right taste and cooking skills can begin their business by selling idlis and dosas from their home or a small truck. In addition, the involvement of online food chains like Zomato and Swiggy in the business industries took the food industry to a different level. Food trucks offer the same kind of potential to those looking to get into low-cost-high-returns business and start their passion for cooking.

HEALTHCARE CONSULTANCY This was always a moneymaker with low investment. However, with so many questions surrounding the Affordable Care Act and its possible replacement, people will be clamoring for a healthcare consultant to help them locate the best plan possible. It only requires knowledge and low funds to start. EMPLOYEE RECRUITMENT SERVICE The HR department in India is flourished throughout the years and employers realize that it costs them a lot of money to hire new employees by having a recruiter so they contact HR services. Hence, the recruiting services for other companies are the best small investment business and every company wants to retain top talent that fits their organization.

TOUR GUIDE Most people are new to the places they travel so when it comes to exploring a new place then the Tour guide will be the best option for small businesses. Hereby, when people require a guide for traveling then it makes this business very wide. People can easily be scouting the internet for hours on finding a guide with their travel package but have faced difficulty in that. Therefore, it is advised to opening up a tour-guide business, where groups of travelers such as school-trips, college-trips, tourist-travels can ask you things related to their travel. The tour guide is a business that not only makes all the arrangements for the trip but also guides the travel through the trip.

TRAVEL AGENCY The travel industry is itself a big name in the business world and in India; it has witnessed a great boom in the past decade. Traveling preferences of people keep changing and their desire for the ultimate ‘wanderlust changed with time. The tour and travel agency is the time ripe for aspiring entrepreneurs to put their money on this business where the map is important. The most cost-effective way to open up a home-based travel agency business is by tying up with contacts and connections in this industry.

ONLINE FITNESS INSTRUCTORS The world is looking for a fitness guide to get fit. A busy life is always part of many people and not everyone has the time or inclination to visit the gym regularly or join any fitness classes. On that point, starting a business plan for an online fitness instructor is a great idea. Being a proper fitness enthusiast needs courage and a fitness instructor visiting houses and helping people to get in shape is definitely more appealing. Therefore, those who want to launch a business in online fitness should spend their money on maintaining a strong online presence.

TUITION CENTER This is possibly one of the most cost-effective businesses to launch in India, due to its nearly zero starting cost requirements for opening this business. Apart from opening any institute most of the tuition-teachers take classes in their own homes or at students’ homes, thus it eliminates any expenditure on rent 25

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MATGLOBER CAREERS PVT LTD .

Shaping a radiant future for aspirers

hen it comes to making an informed decision about our career, not everyone has the privilege of guidance. With a multiplicity of career choices available, students are mostly skeptical about which option to choose. For candidates hailing from such indecisiveness, the chances to make a tenable career choice are unlikely. To settle this, career counselors play a vital role. They plot the strengths and weaknesses of a candidate with the right skillset. Moreover, in this day and age where people are fascinated to study abroad, it is even more complex to determine an option and adapt to a new place. Matglober Careers Pvt. Ltd. is a notable name in the abroad education industry assisting students aspiring to nurture their academic goals internationally. The company centralizes to foster credible guidance to the students in relevance to the course of their choice and interest. The mission is to promote educational excellence succoring students to score to the best of their knowledge and potential. The right career guidance regarding a particular course, stream, university, and country is paramount to shape a bright future for them. The firm helps the students to follow their dreams to build a career abroad in various countries like the UK, Canada, the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and other European countries. From the course prospectus, fees to college norms, the company makes sure to provide all the chief deliverables. They assure an economical and rational experience to the students and their families. CREATING A DIVERGENCE IN INDUSTRY Matglober is well-aware of the young mindset and aspirations. It goes in synchronization with youth and their inclinations as opposed to others in the business. As a young entrepreneur’s diligence led to the foundation of the company, they are acquainted with all the information and what the market demands precisely. Being a startup firm, there are many horizons to explore in the industry and the company firmly believes that the best outcomes are obtained by following the path of professionalism. A UNIQUE APPROACH The company makes it easier for the students to calibrate in a new place. They provide comprehensive counseling with rich expertise that focuses on the interests and caliber of the student to manage accommodation and the rest of the concerns. The team ensures a comfortable and informative session for all the students. The counselors are well-trained and cognizant of all the essential insights like enrolment, visa, fee structure, universities, living expenses, and other expenses. The earnest employees working in the organization have led to a staunch clientele. The prestigious firm has collaborated with enormous universities and colleges so far. 26

MOHD. NIYAS CEO ENLIGHTENMENT TO A FEW OF THEM ARE : • ANU College, The University of Sydney Foundation Program, The University of Western Australia Foundation Program, etc. in Australia • University For the Creative Arts, Bathspa University, University of Lincoln, Durham University in the United Kingdom • Acsenda School of Management and Arbutus college in Canada • University of Europe • Manipal group of education, Asia And considerably many more to highlight in the USA, and New Zealand. PERSISTENT R&D For any organization to evolve in the business, it is inevitable to avoid perpetual research and development. The company clinches contemporary developments to bring the best for students. There are abundant provisions like institutions preparing the students for perplexing exams like the IELTS. The eminent firm provides language instruction making it simpler to learn a foreign language. Most of all, the company is endeavoring to establish a school that can INDIA | WWW.INNOVATIVEZONEINDIA.COM | VOL - 2 | ISSUE 5 | APRIL 2021

FAVORABLE LIVE COUNSELING To leave the comfort and solace of home and move to a new place is whole together with a different emotion. At Matglober, it is ensured to nourish a warmth and poise start for the students. The team bestows rich expertise and thorough counseling centralizing the potential of students, managing their pickup, and providing a prudent accommodation. To make it certain that each student gets a tranquil start to a new education system and culture is the company’s cardinal aim. Their counselors are adept in the domain and deliver an illuminating session to the students detailing university fee structure, living expenses, scholarships, enrolment, visa, and other expenses. Freshers should feel embraced in the colleges to give them a kick-start for the nearing journey and the proficient team makes it effectual. EMBELLISHING FUTURE PROSPECTS When it comes to accomplishing an acclaimed name in the industry, it is imperative to keep forging towards the ladder of success. Incessant change and advancement of new services hold the utmost importance to succeed in future endeavors. Likewise, Matglober aspires to many things in the near future like : • Complimenting the students with primary gifts succoring their regular needs. • Development of the Matglober application – Staying connected under a customary platform strongly supports many issues. It fosters services like tracking of application status, search countries, and universities. • Unitalk- Unitalk is the company’s finest launch. From education, universities, GK, Spacecraft to everything that is named. It retains immense knowledge. By only transforming the business approach according to the changing market trend, can one achieve success in true sense.

MOHD. DANISH Managing Director direct the students for everything in their careers and gives an extensive overview. EXCLUSIONARY SERVICES The company has a diversified range of services to offer. Their thoughtful idea of serving the industry with the supreme has given them a competitive edge over peers. Enlightenment to the services is cataloged below : • CAREER COUNSELING – This is to provide a credible session about the accessible career options, right educational and life decisions. • CAREER MAPPING – Career mapping is an efficacious way to be the guiding light for the students and adorn them with the path to be followed in the journey. • COURSE SELECTION – This helps in providing the assistance to make the right choice amongst a profusion of courses. • UNIVERSITY SELECTION – Once we choose the course that suits the caliber and interest, the next best thing is to pick the university that fits in all facets like financial background, academic background, and feasibility. • SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE – The company proffers a list of available scholarships in universities and abet the students for the same. • VISA ASSISTANCE – There is no denial of the fact that obtaining a VISA is one heck of a task. However, at Matglober, it is facile and viable. The firm provides complete VISA assistance to the students. • TRAVEL ASSISTANCE – Travel expenses are yet another concern for young students. Sometimes, buying an international ticket can cost us a fortune. The company takes care of this matter remarkably. They get the most fitting discounts for the students and extend the hand pf help to book the tickets. • PRE-DEPARTURE BRIEFING – The session briefs the students with all the requisite information, preparing them for arrival. • POST-ARRIVAL ASSISTANCE – Accommodation assistance and orienting them for the renaissance journey falls under the post-arrival session conducted for the students.

IRSHAD N General Manager

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Tourism

WHY COMPANY OUTINGS ARE IMPORTANT

TO KEEP EMPLOYEES MOTIVATED?

In the fast-paced business environment in every industry and stressed workplaces, the employees are required to perform at their optimal levels of productivity. They always have to chase strict deadlines and accomplish stacks of regular duties every single day at their workplace. Executing all of these tasks in a timely manner need efforts and the brain is the central processing unit of employees at work, which need to work at lightning speeds. To maintain this mental health for employees the company outings are important and play a vital role in engaging the staff in a better way. Company outings like Lunch/Dinner plans for staff, night’s outs, coaching and gathering programs per month and co-working friend programs can prove to be sometimes expensive for companies but they are well worth like investment for good. A positive company culture in any field of business that truly understands the employees both physically and mentally with their needs will result in a highly engaged workforce team to contribute to the company’s overall growth vision. WHY BUSINESS NEEDS TEAM-BUILDING GAMES OR EXERCISES FOR KEEPING EMPLOYEES MOTIVATED? Socializing with colleagues and managers in a casual way outside the working hours will effectively tighten your employee’s team cohesion and makes the bond strong. Such casual occasions like birthday celebrations of employees free up the employees to be just the way they are. With the time the employee spends with their co-workers, the benefits of investing time and money in team building cannot be overemphasized.

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The most things that benefits of doing team-building initiatives at the workplace include: • Outings and occasional meetings will facilitate the collaborative and motivated work culture as these activities are seen most enjoyable for every worker. This initiative id important to motivate as a move towards bringing individuals together • Fosters responsive and meaningful communication as employees come to know personality, desires, strengths, and weaknesses of their co-workers • Use gaming aids for knowing the better creativity by employees and you will get out-of-the-box thinking by moving employees away from the usual job set up that recharges and refreshes them mentally. • Create an atmosphere that is friendly enough to put everyone’s point and it will further enhance productivity by identifying and eliminating obstacles or by improving existing ways of working. • Boosts employee morale as a regular dose of motivation and planning is also important. It is always important because workers feel the company and colleagues are interested in knowing and developing the company. • Simple games or brain teasers for fun can also keep everyone awake during morning laziness and team meetings. It helps in creative juices flow, which in turn makes your meetings more productive and happy. • Lastly, the learning and insight employees get from team-building games and activity transferred their good interest to the actual work environment, which results in better work equations and organizational performance. EASY WAYS TO CREATE A FUN AT WORKPLACE We have discussed above that how the company outings are important to keep employees motivated and the management team has been a stick in the mud about having fun at the workplace. The fun activities at the workplace turn things around very positive and make the working environment very happening for business productivity. The few ideas below are just good jumping off for the point of creating a culture that incorporates fun at the workplace.

SUPER CASUAL FRIDAY OR FRIDAY FUN Take a casual Friday evening for weekending buzz and beyond getting to wear jeans to work plan something for fun at work. Incorporate new ideas and accept the ideas from others to add up sweetener like a company provided. Things like in-office lunch together, break for fun or a beverage hour in the late evening. This improvement will not only make employees productive but keeps then motivated for coming weekdays and create a more relaxing environment. However, it also encourages interaction between colleagues, which is proved to boost happiness at work. FRIENDLY COMPETITIONS AND PRIZES It is amazing how a little friendly competition lightens the mood and blow a spark of energy in employees. The organization that comes up with weekly or monthly competitions for employees proved to be a fun motivator. Sweeten the pot every time with an award for the winner and repeat the process to make people enjoy coming to work. CREATE YOUR OWN FUN-LOVING SOCIAL NETWORK Most of the big firms usually have interaction channels such as software but you can simply enjoy this thing by making what’s app group. They meant to help employees collaborate on projects and talk on things uninterrupted, but they can also provide a fun outlet for discussions and suggestions for the company.

Every time an employee needs a little comedic relief out of work, they can hop on to see the latest posts and share it with colleagues. Just make sure to set parameters for the process and stress that any offensive material is unacceptable.

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COMPANY NAME

KEY PERSON

DESIGNATION

Avencia Consultants (P) Limited

Santhosh Kumar Yelchuri

Managing Director

Bob Sandy's Environmental Research & Development Organisation

Pasam Mary Priyanka

Director

Brandemic

Abhinav Agarwal

Co-Founder & CEO

Dust Value

Arif Kazi

Founder

GyanPro Educational Innovation Pvt. Ltd.

Dr. Supreeth Kittenkere

Founder & CEO

Innomatics Research Labs

Vishwanath Nyathani

Founder & CEO

LoadMee Logistics

Saurabh Mantri

CEO

LR Energy

Gurjeet Barara

Director & CEO

Nextazy Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Tendulraj

Founder

Noccarc

Nikhil Kurele

Co-Founder

Siapmart Pvt. Ltd.

Prabhat

Director

Skyber

Tanishq Ambegaokar

Founder & CEO

Sri Ayaan Initiatives LLP

CA Phani Kumar M

CEO

Staple Skill

Om Prakash Gupta

Founder & Director

SugarBox

Rohit Paranjpe

Co-founder & CEO

Thermistance Technologies Pvt. Ltd

Shantanu Borde

Co-Founder

Umbeo Tech

Lakshya Gupta

Founder & director

Vivanta Overseas LLP

Amit Patel

Founder

WondrX

Pankaj Sindhu

Founder & CEO

Your-Space

Karan Kaushish

Co-Founder & CMO

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BOB SANDY’S ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION A Passion That Turned Into An Inspiring Business Venture With Environmental Leadership

famous quote proposed by Rachel Carson‘In nature, nothing exists alone’- speaks a lot in a few words. Yes, mankind cannot survive all by itself by constantly exploiting nature. The time has come when we need to retrospect on the impact of activities performed by us, on the environment. Undoubtedly, humans have disrupted nature’s flow in multiple ways for the sake of some selfish endeavours. Global warming, wavering climatic changes, soil erosion, air pollution, unsafe potable water, etc, are some of the major aftereffects that the world is witnessing as a result of centuries of disastrous human actions that degraded the environment. The need of the hour is to become aware enough towards a sustainable development that can ensure harmony between humans and nature instead of performing unending exploitation. Against this backdrop, several businesses are emerging out as the torchbearers to make people know that our foremost priority should be the environment only as we are absolutely dependent on that for our survival. A number of enterprises have started their entrepreneurial journey by keeping a sustainable future in their core values and are constantly striving for a positive impact on the mindset of the society. Innovative Zone Magazine takes immense pride to feature an emerging startup that has acknowledged the significance of sustainable growth and developed a solution that can inspire people to reduce the usage of petroleum products and invest in the favor of protecting our environment.

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In an interaction with our magazine, the key persons of the startup highlighted different aspects of aspirations from this business journey along with its exclusive environmental leadership.

Talking about their competitive edge, tDirectors assert, “We are not yet another profit-making organization. Instead, we are aligned towards protecting our nature and environment from the disastrous human activities. Our exclusive electrical vehicle- charging stations will allow individuals who utilize these stations, with ITR exemptions to promote more usage of such vehicles among the commonalities.” Driven with this innovative idea, the company is forging ahead to lead with examples.

With the insightful initiative to ensure protection to the environment, Bob Sandy’s Environmental Research and Development Organisation has intervened in the business world. Performing intense research in this industrial space, they are about to launch the electric vehicle charging stations all across India by 2027. The company envisions to commence a revolutionary breakthrough towards the conservation of natural resources like petroleum products. They continuously strive to support Govt’s target to enforce the usage of 25% of electric vehicles running on the roads that are quite commendable.

Starting this unique venture with zero investment, they are leaving no stone unturned to protect the environment with the donations they are receiving from different businesses that are aligned towards the empowerment of the society via their CSR activities. Soon, they will be approaching more and more corporates for raising an adequate amount of funds.

The Directors, Pasam Mary Priyanka and Kevil Neidoerffer Kundurthi, have planned to revamp the environmental conservation drive with their innovative and exclusionary offering that will minimize the usage of the naphtha-based products in the automobile industry.

HARMONY WITH THE CHANGING MARKET TRENDS Foreseeing the circumstances 10 years later from now is how they have planned to deal with uncertain market trends. The company has prepared a roadmap to approach the desired outcomes with preplanned strategies where in-depth research plays a pivotal role. At present, the startup is in dire need of appropriate funding and aspires firm support from the governments across the world, as their vision is aligned towards supporting the objectives of Govt of India. Their R&D team is in a continuous process to develop innovative solutions for the betterment of the environment. And with an optimistic attitude and adequate techniques, they have envisioned to emerge out a leading player in the industry.

ABOUT THE KEY PERSONS PASAM MARY PRIYANKA - DIRECTOR Priyanka is an M. Pharma who has always been interested in the CSR activities since her childhood. She used to support a small NGO in her town Piduguralla, Andhra Pradesh. After tying the marriage knot with Nuthalapati Sandeep, she decided to become an entrepreneur to fulfil her husband’s dream to start a company of his own. But the insufficient amount of venture capital was the biggest obstacle to dodge. As an enthusiast in environmental protection activities, she decided to start a venture in the respective domain that can make a difference to the world. She named her very first business venture as ‘Bob Sandy’ that is the pen-name of her husband. Priyanka wants her daughter, Nithya Jesslyn, to carry forward her legacy after her 18th birthday.

A GLANCE AT THEIR FUTURE ENDEAVOURS

With the environment becoming prone to various threats, the company is striving to make a mark in the industry to develop unique solutions towards environmental conservation. Moreover, for aspiring entrepreneurs, both the Directors would like to convey a message,

KEVIL NEIDOERFFER KUNDURTHI - DIRECTOR Kundurthi is a B.Tech from Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. He has always been a keen volunteer in the social activities along with his college mates who aspired for social upliftment. After attaining jobs and getting ahead in life with their own families, he and his friends lost the touch from their key endeavours towards society. Later, he decided to join hands with P. Mary Priyanka to pursue his foremost passion for social upliftment and environmental conservation. And, this is how the organization was incepted in November 2020.

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Whatever plans you have implemented with innovative ideas, you can become a leader in your chosen area. And you should do marketing in innovative ways that your competitors should wonder to crack your strategies and techniques.

ENSURING A LEADING-EDGE Bob Sandy is a three-month-old innovative startup that constantly strives for being substantive to the world.

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Culture

TIPS FOR BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE IN JUST

5 YEARS

One can think like that, they will never get rich, unless they get a lottery full of cash or win a big mansion in Las Vegas. However, becoming a millionaire is within reach for those who start young and develop the right habits of hard work with passion. Besides, anyone at any age can develop the traits that increase wealth and decrease debt.

“Millionaire”- A tagline title that everyone wants and it is the title plenty of people would love to have with their names.

HOWEVER, IS THAT ACTUALLY FEASIBLE? Unbelievably, becoming a millionaire is an all-time goal for everyone that can be achieved with hard work this year. In your life, you have been a millionaire several times. Most of the time in the thinking web and dreams, however, you can become one in reality by following some tips and right track. 38

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that goal. One of the main reasons why someone can never become a millionaire is that they have not written a financial plan or proper working idea of starting the business. Developing a financial by writing it on paper forces you to take action quickly, instead of just talk. It also guides you to make the right decisions in order to achieve all of your dreams and goals for becoming a Millionaire.

Here is his quick guide for putting yourself on the right track toward a seven-figure net worth. By spending less than you make and living a modest lifestyle with do not let every raise push you up the lifestyle ladder. In order to plan this, one must obliterate their need for consistency. From a psychological and science perspective, people generally feel the need to take rest and get lazy in order to adapt something consistent. This need causes people to retain behavioral patterns, environments, and some relationships that are ultimately destructive and unsatisfying for far too long in the journey to becoming a millionaire.

FOCUS ON INCREASING YOUR INCOME AND INVEST For steering a clear debt, investing early for business growth can help you in becoming a millionaire. For example, if you start putting away the sum of $300 a month in the beginning at the age of 25 then you could reach millionaire status by the late age of 60. The investment is a very important part of the business and you will be counting a $2 million by sitting pretty on your retirement (age 67). That is just $300 a month! Formula and it can be varied according to every business.

MAKE A WRITTEN FINANCIAL PLAN. Saying you want to be a millionaire is not good enough. The first step in achieving this goal is to come up with the best workable plan and put it on paper.

LET US LOOK AT THE INVESTMENT IN A DIFFERENT WAY In today’s economic environment you cannot save your way to millionaire status as it requires the proper hard work and investments. Nevertheless, there are several examples like people who went from being broke and in debt at the age of 21 to becoming a self-made millionaire by 30. Risk-taking is very essential for increasing and expanding business wins. The first step taken by anybody is to focus on increasing his or her income in increments and repeating that. Hereby, you have several options to boost your revenue by speeding up your level in investing in high ROI businesses and side hustling.

“The written financial plan for starting any business will force you to do something on it.” The paper and thoughts have the power to spark with confidence and desire to achieve the goal. By engaging in the plan-making technique you can also calculate what you need to earn and how to invest in that business. The plan is not just the goal; it is the whole thing and your dream. The options you can add to your written plans are scenario planning and all the possible ways you can accomplish

UPGRADE YOUR SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE IN THE AREA OF BUSINESS Most of the CEO were good readers and reading at least for 30 minutes a day or listening to relevant podcasts while driving to the office can positively upgrade your area in business. In the personal time, you can use the social network for motivation purposes and seek out mentors vigorously. You do not just need to be a master in your field to achieve something; you just need to be a well-rounded genius in some areas of research and better planning. Make yourself capable of talking about any subject whether it is financial, political, and sports-related or your business is driven. Consume every possible knowledge like air and put your pursuit of learning above all else at work. Following the knowledge gateway of learning will help you become one step closer to being a Millionaire. CONCLUSION To become a millionaire in any aspect of the business, you need to let time and compound growth work together. Hereby, you will often hear from everyone saying that investing in the business is a marathon to follow. For anyone who wishes to achieve their big financial goals by becoming a millionaire then they have to stay focused on small actions for decades and make a habit of calculating the overall expenses and revenue and make sure they are out of debt. For becoming something remarkable, then one has to keep investing. One has to always avoid the trap that says, “I deserve”, being out of track by overconfidence is also harmful in attaining your goal. Moreover, you have to continue working like a pro to be something that you dreamed of. Year after year, follow these steps and work effectively for your success. Apart from that, you are just halfway of becoming the person you always want to and you will keep doing those things even after you hit that milliondollar tag mark. This is how every money-smart people work.When you increase your working skills and work on expertise then only you can increase your salary.

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Nextazy Solutions Pvt. Ltd. REVAMPING RURAL INDIA WITH TECH-FLOWS

ndeniably, India is blooming with a myriad of opportunities with technical advancements such as Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, Artificial Intelligence, and Internet of Things (IoT). These revolutionary technologies are transforming almost every industry at the global level and opening up spaces for budding entrepreneurs to grow in leaps and bounds. No doubt, sooner or later, Blockchain technology and IoT will be creating tremendous impact in the entrepreneurial space while Crypto and AI will play a crucial role in determining the growth of our country, economy, and populace! But, the techspace is not just limited to this as we are about to witness some exemplary tech transformations in the next five or ten years, such as robot assistants, advanced space research, deep-sea research, extended reality, genetic engineering advancements, and many more. In the direction to make India– a technology-rich country, Nextazy Solutions Pvt. Ltd. envisions filling people with the necessary information in advance to enlighten them with upcoming golden opportunities. Even way before Blockchain, AI, and Crypto grabbed many eyes, the Company has been working with these technologies for the past 5 years. With diverse knowledge and powerful resources, they are all set to make a difference for the nation.

TENDULRAJ | Founder

SINDU | Co-Founder & CEO

COMPANY OVERVIEW Incepted in December 2018, Nextazy Solutions has emerged out as an excellent software development company, implying the motto ‘Your Dream. Our Passion.’ It takes immense pride to pioneer the understandings of tech-trends among the rural populace (especially the youth). With the exclusive mission to boost their “Studentrepreneur” program, the Company allows students to acknowledge their unrevealed talents and get ahead on the path of becoming future leaders. As a comprehensive software development company, Nextazy specializes in rendering solutions & services related to Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Extended Reality, Gaming, IoT, Data Science, and Cloud Computing. With a team of adroit industry professionals, the Company ensures the clients with best-in-class products that can be customized accordingly. Proposing the vision to empower the youth under ‘Educating the World’ lineage, the exceptional firm aspires to lead the way of the future of technology in the upcoming years. HOW DID IT ALL START? Initially, they began their journey by establishing Teekz- a web and mobile app development services and Blockchain training provider that helped rural students acknowledge the latest technologies. But later, an impetus to create a major impact on the lives of rural masses enforced the set up of their “Studentrepreneur” program. “We brought in young & talented individuals from many rural areas, trained them in their specialization, and helped shape their future,” states Tendulraj, the Founder. 40

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After four years of running the program successfully, the management decided to make a big leap by establishing Nextazy in 2018 with a small team. “We rented an apartment and started doing projects from there. We then established a small office in a coworking space in Chennai,” joins Sindu, the company’s CEO. What started as a company of 4 individuals has now become a full-fledged team of 72! Scaling the ladder of success, the Company is creating a positive impact on society in leaps and bounds. Despite being a start-up, they have been receiving several projects from clients across the globe, outstretching their reach and extending their headcounts. At one point, they were hit with an idea. “In addition to recruiting people from other sources, we shall also create opportunities for people under our Studentreprenuer program, and with no second thoughts, we brought in people, each being an expert in their niche.” says the CEO. A REALIZATION THAT TURNED INTO A PASSION “I wanted to be an entrepreneur who builds entrepreneurs, and here I am fulfilling my desire,” reveals Tendul when asked about the motivation behind this venture. Hailing from the outskirts of Puducherry, a union territory in southern India, the Founder stumbled on numerous obstacles during his academic years. Even with technologies generating the waves of change for the last decade, rural areas were still untapped in this reference. Impassioned to keep abreast of the latest techtrends, tools, and advancements, he used to travel 10Kms right after his college to reach the nearest internet hub! It was during attending a technology meet-up organized by a reputed tech-based company that he came to a realization that rural areas need to have appropriate internet access too. It was crucial to bridge them to the urban populace and boost their talents that were being dumped due to unfavorable circumstances. And at that moment, he became adamant about the setup of —Studentrepreneur program under the trademark Teekz in Puducherry. “Teekz hunted skilled people from rural and suburb regions. We found people abundant in various skills but lacking exposure. So, we brought them in, provided them with all their needs, trained them, and shaped them into entrepreneurs,” continues the Founder. Undoubtedly, his incessant zeal to make a difference has made him hit the crescendo of success today. And his entrepreneurial journey is commendably inspirational. DEALING WITH THE CRISIS Though the COVID-19 crisis plagued the whole world to extremity, Nextazy sailed through the prevailing situations effortlessly. In this direction, their foresightedness and business resiliency played an imperative role. They announced work from home way before the implementation of the nationwide lockdown. From offering a private mode of conveyance to motivating them during hard times, the Company supported the employees in the best possible manner. “Right from April, we announced a ‘Self-Care Day’ for all our people, that they used to fulfill their personal needs. We also monitored all of our employees’ health continuously. In May 2020, we started virtual classes and webinars to keep them updated in their niche,” conveys Sindu. THE X-FACTOR The company takes pride in calling itself a “Flat Hierarchy.” Here, the employees are never restricted from working at their will. Flexibility and transparency are the core values they believe in. This ensures the effortless and effective growth of the employees. Their particular set of business ethics formed out of their core values has paved their way to ensure an outstanding work culture at the company. The team works together, dines together, plays together, and participates together. Being in harmony with each other has majorly contributed to their significant growth as per their ideology- “Together we can make impossible things possible.” And when it comes to constructing the innovative product line, they indulge themselves in a dynamic research process. This procedure ensures the intense engagement of each individual for the development of some outstanding solutions. 41

Moreover, what has allowed the company to get a leading edge over its peers is the substantial knowledge and enriching experience of the employees. “We, as a team, strive to thrive. All of us spend a quarter of a day updating ourselves with either subject knowledge or general information,” continues the Founder. PROJECTING FOR EXCELLENCE IN FUTURE As the leading light to the company, Tendulraj and Sindu have been following the principles of great people while motivating themselves and guiding others in the right direction. Under their fascinating guidance, people have adjoined the company from two different locations and contributing to his vision of tech-empowered rural populace. The pioneer of some distinct technologies strives to become - the Technology Hub of India. In this context, Founder & CEO conveys, “We assure everyone that within few years, almost half of our population will get the opportunity to explore emerging technologies first-hand.” Making an oath to not settle down until rural India gets effortless access to exhibit their talents, the Company will ceaselessly keep motivating people towards the path of thumping success. PARTING WORDS FROM THE FOUNDER “Greed is the powerful motivator” We all have read the story- ‘The Goose With The Golden Eggs,’ in which the old man’s greed caused his own downfall. But not now, not these days. Trust me when I say - Greed keeps people dream more and achieve more and drive them towards success. The constant greediness in searching for fame, hunting for new ideas & inventions, and always being surrounded by like-minded individuals, will help you become whatever you desire!” INDIA | WWW.INNOVATIVEZONEINDIA.COM | VOL - 2 | ISSUE 5 | APRIL 2021

Siapmart Group of Companies

Revamping the E-commerce Space with Credibility

nnovative Zone Magazine is back with its brand-new edition showcasing the triumph tales of some fascinating startups that have become the prototypes of excellence, rectitude, and disruption. Siapmart Group is one such emerging start-up that has been making a difference to the e-commerce industry with its credible service range. Our team conducted a virtual coffee session with the Director, Prabhat, who walked us through various aspects of the company. Under his aegis, the company is scaling the ladders of success while being substantive to the relevant industrial space. With a majority of the masses inclining towards the e-commerce space to assure an effortless shopping experience, online purchasing has become a crucial part of effective businesses. Unlike traditional retail purchasing, e-commerce helps vendors/sellers to reach more and more consumers in a short period. Siapmart Group has also ventured into this sphere and has emerged out as a credible e-commerce service provider that deals in diverse sectors. Moreover, its sister company Siaptech Private Limited delivers IT solutions. The Group has a multi-vendor e-commerce reach which means a lot of vendors can utilize this platform to sell their products. There are two major segments of e-commerce in which they deal- Business to Customer(B2C) and Business to

Business(B2B). Their service portfolio includes Web Development, Application Development, Digital Marketing, Graphic designs, Hosting and all the Information Technology-related solutions across the globe.

“We serve a lot of clients with different companies and have established a multi-vendor, e-commerce portal. Thereby, a lot of bulk or retail sellers can connect with us. We provide a brand promotion on our websites and logistics to deliver the products to customers while providing client support and creating brand pages on our websites for a lifetime without any cost,”

SAYS THE DIRECTOR.

For B2B vendors, products can be sold in a bulk across the globe via their versatile website and outstretch the reach to more bulk buyers. Striving to be the best-in-class service provider to its adored clients, the dynamic enterprise is dealing in quality at affordable prices. To ensure reliable products to the end-consumers, they perform an effective KYC before approving the merchandising on their platform with Tax Id and incorporation. At present, for B2C vendors, nationwide coverage has been ensured and they are gradually expanding their outstanding service wings to other countries as well. In this segment, they are selling in retail while offering doorstep deliveries. Moreover, they are open to bringing the vendors who aspire to sell their exclusive products over this platform too. Siapmart Group has established two-different websites to be relevant for both segments.

PRABHAT

Founder, Siapmart Group of Companies

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ABOUT THE X-FACTOR The company always considers the customer’s perception and aspiration in terms of quantity as well as quality. Most of the competitors of the Siapmart Group prioritize quantity over quality. This is where the company pitches in to offer a reliable range of quality products to its customer base. Undoubtedly, the Director withstood a myriad of problems to build this company with a robust backup team and an unfaltering system. Team Siapmart constantly endeavours to provide world-class quality by combating frauds and saving the precious time and hard-earned money of the end-consumers by proposing an exclusive mobile application (launching soon).

A CULTURE THAT CREATES THEIR FORTES With a cordial and positive ecosystem at the company, the employees are always ensured with an exhilarating and jubilant workplace. There is an open-door policy at the organization where employees are offered the liberty to express their views and put forth their ideas. From paid halfday leaves to weekend offs, the management deeply considers the work-life balance of the workforce. Moreover, the culture of the company thrives the brains with creative instincts and ensures collaborative efforts to improve their current business status.

As the company commenced its entrepreneurial journey amidst the glooms and dooms of the COVID-19 pandemic, lots of hurdles needed to be dodged to ensure an effective presence in the e-commerce space. But paving their path to success, they did their very best to chisel their way to excelling success and are now standing firm in the market with a dedicated, agile and experienced team.

WHAT IS MORE TO COME? In its major endeavour to eradicate the dupery in the relevant market and offer the end-consumers with reliable services, the Siapmart Group is striving incessantly to build its fort in this challenging space. To them, their biggest achievement is the strong and dedicated team of industry professionals who are immensely committed to ensuring perfect coverage to all the projects. And shortly, the Group will be expanding its business overseas as well. In the next two years, they have targeted the international market in the USA, Canada, the UK and Russia. Owing to their intense research programme in the e-commerce space, they envision to outstretch their service vertical and make an unfaltering presence across the globe.

WHERE R&D IS THE SAVIOUR For Siapmart Group, R&D has been an indispensable part to survive amidst the wavering market trends and keep an organization’s operations updated from multiple aspects of the business. There is a particular team at the organization that incessantly endeavours to catch up with the present techtrends and utilize those in the favour of their exponential growth. The company firmly believes that R&D allows a better understanding of the current market, competitors, trends and much more. But, they also reckon the fact that every step in this direction needs to be taken cautiously from ideation to inception owing to multiple risk factors included in this segment.

MESSAGE TO CONVEY For the success of a business, you need to rely on patience and persistence. Never stop absorbing knowledge. Because you can convert your knowledge and experience into money at any time but never can you convert your money into knowledge and experience. If you stop doing business or anything else just because you have failed many times, then stop and introspect to understand what you did wrong. Just identify your mistakes and make sheer research on them. Then start again with new energy and take patience. Maybe it will take some time, but you will be ensured with success eventually.

-PRABHAT (Director)

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lifestyle

THINGS ALL

SUCCESSFUL LIFESTYLE

ENTREPRENEURS BELIEVE

A new start-up involves different kinds of activities restated for organizing the organization. the process includes developing the concept, researching potential ideas for success, and writing down the business plan, that’s all Entrepreneurs do. However, we all aware of the business reports. According to Oxford Economics, around 90% of businesses fail within the first five years. This negative feedback may demotivate you. But don’t give up on your dream. to follow the dream, we find a role model so that we can focus on our work. When we see successful people, we become curious to know about them. Today I want to discuss 9 things all successful lifestyle entrepreneurs believe, I’m sure after know these nine things, you will change your mind set up and become a successful entrepreneur.

Value is the key to get success Successful entrepreneurs believe in giving values. First, they try to understand market needs, then, full fill the target. They create a connection with their consumers and try to understand by listing consumer’s feedback. Most big brands and businesses don’t take the feedback seriously. But the truth is, taking feedback from customers and solving them as much as possible, it takes your company to the next level. A real successful entrepreneur makes a decision with the help of company members as well. “Success is not what you have, who you are.” Bo Bennet Believing in building relationship Successful lifestyle entrepreneurs own three strategies to build a relationship to get succeed in the business. First diversifying the network, they insist on their self to go beyond people in their current circle. They want to connect with at least one supplier, a competitor, and a customer. Next step they like to make a relationship with an unrelated organization like media and government. Second focus on the business landscape, a successful entrepreneur pays attention to bonds, a network that portrays their community, and loyalty. It helps them form a durable and powerful network to maximize business interests. Apply time, quality, and resources to key social subjects, one the most important thing you have to believe in it, it is called building a constituency of relationship with every induvial who like share beliefs, goal, and passion.

Integrity and trust A successful entrepreneur sees as a great leader new people who want to be like them, they see as a role model, I read somewhere that honesty and integrity are two important things that will give you leadership quality in a business. Integrity means, doing the right thing. as a successful entrepreneur, you get criticized by several people and competitors. People think that honesty and integrity can’t be related to leaders or businessmen. However, real businessmen or women don’t care about anything at all. they know what they doing to make the better place. A real successful entrepreneur keeps their promise, if you ask about giving promise they think very carefully, even reluctantly, However, once promise they like to go through. Believe in the power of focus We want everything perfect to start a business. However, a real entrepreneur thinks very differently, they think it is good to do one thing than perfect at everything. Because they know that business is not all about good at everything. They focus on one thing that they are into it, they would love to cross the limits and grow the company with a unique skill. They like to hire employees or virtual assistance so that the rest of another plan can be managed. Because they have a strong belief that there are outside of people who are better at it.

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Motivation is a dead end Now, it is most surprising that a successful entrepreneur doesn’t need motivation and neither requires willpower. So, if you are think waking up in the morning and watching motivational speeches will keep you motivated all the time. it might be true, but not all the time. a successful entrepreneur generates habit and system which helps them to remove the negativity. Failure is an ally We have heard that learn from past mistake to create a better future. This habit has owned by every successful entrepreneur. they don’t give up very easily if they get failed, they change the direction by implementing the old idea. most people lose hope after getting failure in the business. But we have to keep in mind that, if you are trying to change the system or solve the issues which have been facing people for a while, it will take time. here I would like to tell you a quote that a successful entrepreneur considers. “Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again this time more intelligently.” Henry Ford Competition is healthy No matter what are you doing, competitions are everywhere. Most people feel fear because their clients have been stolen by someone else, some other company has reduced the market price and many others. people thing doing a competition in the market means, butchering other businesses. However, a successful entrepreneur doesn’t get scared because others doing better. They like to chase the goal according to the plan, keep adding skills, try to identify the market needs and quality and take action.

“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” Peter Drucker Treat as an asset How do you treat your assets? I’m sure everyone treats generously. We all know that health is wealth. Having a healthy diet will make us feel energetic. A good entrepreneur treats their self as an asset. This is why they would like to take care of themselves by consuming great nutrition, doing physical activity. They like to read books to exercise their brains.

They don’t point finger at their self “Your greatest asset yourself treat it like a billion-dollar investment.” Kaoru Shinmon There is no magic Successful entrepreneurs don’t believe in the miracle or some other kind of instant. Because earlier time they have got stumble upon a great idea. they have struggled years and given the effort to handle the situation. you are not going to become an entrepreneur expecting that you will get a magic lamp one day. However, you have the ability to create magic by pouring effort and using your skills. Successful people believe that if you are wishing to carry unseen elements to become a success, your business becomes a disaster.

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STAPLE SKILLS Pioneers in Delivering Corporate Training and Solutions with an Endeavour and Commitment to Make a Positive Change in Your Growth

OM PRAKASH GUPTA Founder & Director

n early 2018, LinkedIn performed a survey spanning 100 metropolitan cities in the United States and found a shortfall of 1.4 million persons with communication skills. Since skills, such as communication, will contribute to your organization’s success, it makes sense to train your employees in these essential skills. Such skills are a vital part of enhancing your ability to work with others and can impact your career positively. Soft skills will help you locate, maintain, and keep clients whether you are a small company owner or self-employed. Highly established presentation skills, networking skills, and knowledge of protocol will help you draw new customers and get more work from existing customers. Honing your dispute negotiation skills, fixing disputes, and delivering exemplary customer support will lead to better partnerships with peers, suppliers, and other professional connections. A lack of such skills, on the other hand, will hinder your ability, or even be your business’s downfall. On that front, the team of Staple Skills is doing an exemplary job in training partners for the Corporates, big or small, in both public & private sectors with an endeavor to play a critical role in making a positive change in your growth. The trainers at SS are best in class with a minimum training experience of more than 15 years. They bring with them the right blend of knowledge and experience to take the training to 48

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/ Grievance Management ▪ Advanced Decision Making: Make better decisions for your organization ▪ Quick Responses to Complex Situations SOFT SKILLS: Team Building ▪ Effective and confident communication in the workplace ▪ Effective Delegation ▪ Conflict Management ▪ Interpersonal Skills ▪ Customer Relationship Management ▪ Stress Management ▪ Business Etiquette ▪ Interview Skills Training ▪ Stakeholder management ▪ Leadership capsule ▪ Advanced decision making ▪ Quick responses to complex situations ▪ Situational Leadership TECHNICAL SKILLS: Machine Learning ▪ Artificial Intelligence ▪ Data Science ▪ Ruby on Rails ▪ AWS Python (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Python for Automation, Python with concepts of Data Science and Machine Learning) OTHER POPULAR COURSES: Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Fraud practices relevant to the Industry ▪ Sanctions Compliance ▪ Lean 6 Sigma Course – Green and Black Belt ▪ Design Thinking ▪ Innovation accelerated

the next level. The sessions organized by Staple Skills are aimed at building comfort, confidence, and competence. The session is designed using an international learning framework. Along with developing communication skills, Staple Skills is also committed to building cognitive and non-cognitive skills among its participants, making them independent thinkers and responsible individuals. The training is layered with activities to nurture a problem-solving mindset to improve their prospects of doing better in their professional jobs and help them become active contributors in their communities.

Their strength is that the courses can be adapted to meet the organization’s business needs. The industry specialists themselves do this customization. In terms of the style of training and duration of the training, maximum versatility is provided to the organization. “We promise no compromise on the quality and delivery of training by the best trainers at a very competitive cost,” says the Founder.

Speaking to the team of Innovative Zone, Mr Om Prakash Gupta- the Founder of Staple Skills explains, “We offer unique solutions focused on meeting your specific training requirements. The modes of training offered are online coaching, classroom learning, or a blended approach to suit your convenience & comfort. Our sessions are highly interactive through multiple activities like case studies, group discussions, role-plays, games, inspiring and relevant videos, anecdotes, etc. leading to improvement in workplace culture & engagement as well as leadership involvement. The training also motivates the participants to develop a willingness to change in their current way of operations, provide for the trainee’s active participation in the learning process and foster team bonding.”

PLANS AHEAD: Staple Skills is in the race to be certainly classified as one of the top 5 corporate training providers in India. The company will also be extending its wings in the international arena. Besides this, the team is also looking at entering into consulting in different sectors as a growth strategy. ADVICE, INSIGHTS, AND LEARNINGS FROM EXPERIENCES: We sometimes need some motivation, sometimes a change in perception. This is done in different forms. Perhaps receiving insights from a successful person is considered the most effective of them all.

At Staple Skills, unparalleled versatility is given. To suit your ease, you can opt to tailor the content of the training, pick the duration and mode of training. The large variety of courses offered by Staple Skills ensures adequate educational programs for academic, non-technical, and soft skills.

MR OM PRAKASH GUPTA SHARES LIFE SKILLS THAT HAVE PLAYED A SIGNIFICANT ROLE IN MOULDING HIM AS A LEADER, “I have met several insightful observations in my own life over the last decade,’’ says the Founder. I attribute this to either my satisfaction, my achievements, or my desire to overcome daily difficulties. Although I still have a lot to learn, this knowledge has changed in my life and I know that it is going to continue to serve me. Another factor that shapes you is your resilience. This is the key to success. There will be times when things might not work out in the right direction or the way you anticipated, but don’t give up. Be resilient and take calculated steps to strike back. Resilience does not remove tension or erase the struggles of life. Resilient people realize that losses happen and that life is complicated and painful sometimes but their mental outlook helps them to function and heal from those emotions. Resilience allows us the power to face challenges, overcome hardship, and get on with our lives.”

SERVICES OFFERED BY STAPLE SKILLS The team at Staple Skills is committed to delivering a variety of training programs to develop the skill sets, expertise, and skills of workers in the area of technological, non-technical, and soft skills. AN INDICATIVE LIST OF TRAINING OFFERED BY SS ARE: PUBLIC SECTOR AND GOVERNMENT BODY: ▪ Confident Communication for Women in the Workplace ▪ Influencing & Negotiation Upwards ▪ Effective Public Sector Writing ▪ Effective Responses to Complaints in the Public Sector 49

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SUGARBOX

FOSTERING HIGH-SPEED, UNINTERRUPTED INTERNET ACCESS “Can there be a world where access to high-speed Internet isn’t limited?”

W ROHIT PARANJPE Co-Founder & CEO

e live in an era where technology is making everything possible. With the digital surge, a substantial number of OTT solutions are emerging. And, it is fueling the use of high-speed internet. While telecoms and ISPs are bringing several cost-efficient packages, abundance is becoming the new need. And to feed the appetite, Maharashtrabased SugarBox is enabling unlimited hours of digital access, enhancing the experience of every user. While prevalent measures provide limited Internet access, Sugarbox Network provides abundant digital access, anywhere - anytime at cost-effective prices. So, the answer to the burning question is, a big resounding, Yes! Founded in 2016, SugarBox is an out-of-the-box startup providing unrestricted data access in communal spaces like intercity buses, Metros, rural areas, hotels, coliving spaces, malls, hospitals, restaurants, etc. It does so by installing data cache servers in key POIs, having a critical mass of users, or propensity of using digital solutions.

RE-IMAGINING DATA ACCESS

Sugarbox is the brainchild of Rohit Paranjpe, a seasoned entrepreneur with a decade of hands-on experience in multiple digital aspects and the media ecosystem in India. Before Sugarbox, Rohit spearheaded an OTT service platform, where he identified the impediments in high-speed streaming and relevant content. The market was sprawling with digital products of diverse uses, and Rohit wanted to emerge above that.

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I wanted to re-define how mobile apps utilized the internet to work, making it available for everyone at a reasonable price expresses Rohit.

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Hence, leveraging upon his decade-long experience, he introduced SugarBox , an offline content distribution Company akin to the market but, slightly different.

Internet access. It nearly took a year to structure a tailored solution that can tend to the situation. From there, the app successfully ran offline and included everything – From APIs, User Info, subscription, etc.

While companies like Fropcorn and Pressplay focused on redefining the streaming experience, SugarBox supports a gamut of services including OTT, e-commerce, music streaming, gaming, last-mile transport booking, food ordering, and other relevant value-added services.

Another case study was the era of the pandemic. 2020 tested the might of every individual and business alike. “Like everyone else, it was a period of continuous turbulence”, says Rohit. While setting the solution for 1,500 trains, was quite ambitious, it put all the other plans on hold, for that fiscal year. Only 3 out of 15 apps stayed afloat since app developers were wrestling to survive. Nonetheless, the period helped them improve inhouse operations and sustain their resources. The period also rewarded them with one of their greatest fiscal milestones. By integrating the Zee5 App into its platform, SugarBox earned a boon of ₹522 Cr in 2020.

“SugarBox is India’s first hyperlocal CDN. On entering a SugarBox zone, one can literally remove the phone’s sim card and get access to high-speed data”, Rohit adds proudly.

WELL RECOGNIZED IN THE INDUSTRY

SugarBox is present in more than 200 POIs across 9 Cities. It also collaborates with diverse industries and helps in seeking out breakthroughs, by building data-delivery infrastructures at various POIs, enabling users to use their apps without mobile internet.

Young and energetic Rohit Paranjpe is an innovator by heart and widely praised in the industry. His entrepreneurial passion is extended to two other venture initiatives Digitainment (A one-stop Digital Entertainment that handheld the first video streaming solution in India), Mobile Infotainment (A oneof-a-kind interactive, in-transport entertainment, and media platform). In acknowledgment of his entrepreneurial efforts, he was honored with ‘Top 50 Tech Innovators Awards’, by Intercon Dubai. He was also featured in ‘TechTors to watch out for in 2020’ by BW Disrupt.

SugarBox follows a very simple yet upscaling business model focused on all its stakeholders i.e. consumers, POI, and the app partners. Being hyperlocal, SugarBox goes beyond traditional CDN providers. It can be combined with a LAN connection or even exposed to a user over Wifi! For consumers, the platform ensures uninterrupted access to their favorite apps. The POIs find an enhanced in-premise experience, and app partners earn better market reach with more consumption and revenue for the apps. In short, it’s a win-win for all! The POIs are focused upon: • •

Just like his entrepreneurship, Rohit pursues enthusiasm in his personal life too. He is an avid reader and has a knack for sports like Football and Tennis. He passes this enthusiasm to his team members encouraging them to play at least twice a week. Also, he enjoys traveling and is a dog parent.

How much time people spent in a particular area Patterns of data usage and what the customer is really looking for

These are followed, by designing a networking layout, and then with proper infrastructures, the place is turned into a SugarBox Zone. The Hyderabad metro network is one of its largest deployments till now. SugarBox has turned 5,000+ train stations into POIs by end of February’ 21. One of SugarBox’s technology is patented by the US Patent office, earning them a major reverence.

GIVING BRANDS AN OPTIMIZED REACH

Brands are an integral component of our lives, and every brand wants more eyeballs and visits. And, this is why SugarBox is bundled with an SDK.

“Our platform doesn’t just help brands rather every single app, to help brands”, states Rohit. MILESTONES FOR THE ROAD AHEAD

While in a particular POI, the SDK passes beyond the location to partners, who can add supportive tags that give the app more intelligence regarding the user’s location and context. The process helps brands show relevant ads that can be beneficial to users.

With the experience and hands-on expertise, Rohit is laying out several plans for SugarBox. With POIs in metros like Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, etc. it aims to attain a PAN India coverage including urban and rural by the end of 2025. It’s foreseeing deployment in rural regions, aiming for 100 Gram Panchayats, with Govt. hospitals across India.

NOT WITHERED BY CHALLENGES

SugarBox has faced several hurdles on its way forward. In 2017, SugarBox came under the banner of Zee Entertainment integrating the Zee5 app into its platform. While the app was delivering local content, everything from outside required

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Innovation

DITCH

your job work for YOURSELF

Does Boss’s sound make you feel uncomfortable? Or do you dream to work for yourself? In both situations, you have to think out of the box otherwise you could become unemployed. Also, in a crummy economy, where few jobs have left and people are fighting to get them. What I want to say that if you really want to secure employment or financial future, you have to start a small company. I know our society has taught us. Go to school work so hard then get a degree from college, you will get the job, and be ok. Well, it sounds like putting the question in formula and getting the result. But do you know? this old tradition is killing your creativity and your ability. if you really want to see yourself as a successful person, you need to work for yourself. You might know Tony Gaskins quote “if you don’t build your dream some will hire you to builds theirs.” Tony Gaskins

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This is why I encourage you to be an entrepreneur to create jobs to keep a job. Working for someone else means you are a Robot that is made by humans to make life easier. And I am sure you don’t want a life like this. As you know that when the economy gets down, people get fired from the job. It sounds so horrible, isn’t it? you are the owner of your life why would you let other people ruin your life.

The more important thing, try to figure out potential patterns during this process. For example, you are launching a company like McDonald (you can see every corner in America or other countries.) how will you arrange the retail locations. So that your customer can buy your product easily. Apple company never make the phone. Uber doesn’t have a car. There are a lot of examples, I can show you. Here what I want to say, research about the company. is there any company out there that may value your idea?Which means, they can help you to build a product and all you have do is marketing or designing the products.

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE STARTING A BUSINESS? Are you excited to create a company? if yes, then let’s talk more about the bossiness. We all know, to build a business it requires so many things such as time, energy priorities and many others. Also, you need some basic skills so that you can understand what is going on in the market. You need some research it ‘means, you have to figure out what kinds of problems you can solve. Starting a business means you are filling a gap. Let’s take the example of a company called uber.

During the process, you will learn a lot of things which college or school never teach you. You will know how realworld work and more than that. I would like to tell you the most famous quote. “Research is to see what everybody else has seen and to think what nobody else has taught.” Albert Szent-Gyorgyi

“In early time, we had to wait for a taxi. People used to call taxi agencies for booking. Also, they would not give good service. after uber, our life has become easier. Because we don’t need to wait for the taxi.” This was a very unique idea at the time. Now you should think first, then start the company. Now I am going to talk about three things which you need when you are starting a business. On the internet, you see very few articles. Now we are going to discuss them.

BUILD A PROTOTYPE AND DRAFT BUSINESS PLAN Suppose that you have a great business planning. But how can you sure your vision feasible or not. This is why you need prototyping. Prototyping is a very vital beginning step of business planning that allows us to test out the vision feasibility. A lot of people have a different opinion about prototyping. They think that it is for an outfit that makes physical products. It is true, but here I want to add one more thing that does for your future business. it can be a useful website that can be used to collect emails from interested clients. Prototyping means, taking business vision and making it real.

10 WAYS TO MAKE THE TIME, ENERGY AND PRIORITIES TO START A BUSINESS Let’s first thing to know what are the best ways to make priorities for the business. Because, we know that starting a business means, taking a giant step in the dark. Sometimes you feel scary, exciting, and confuse. However, it’s our responsibility to give the business top priorities. Otherwise, our business no longer survives.

Let’s talk about the draft business plan, it is also an essential step for launching a new business plan. What kind of business plan you are launching? it is totally up to you; it could be informal or formal. Whatsoever, it allows us to crystallize the core components of our business.

TALK IT OUT WITH TRUSTIES ALLIES When you think that your business idea has real potential. You have the first priority to discuss the idea with associates. In this way, you can refresh the idea and clear the vision. Try to find out those people who have gone through the path. It doesn’t matter he has the best achievement or big failure. Now you may little confuse about it. but think if you are talking with failure, they will tell the story about it. that means, you are not going to do the same mistake again, whathe did in the past. On the other hand, the successful business person can help you to modify your idea. Founder of “Wework” Adam Neumann, he writes a quote.

RAISE FUNDS It is one of the most important steps without the funds you are can’t even think to do business. So now you have to consider money. To start a business, we need to arrange money. So how would you like to fund the new business plan? However, you can start a business with very little money like bootstrap. This business was developed with no or very little money. It depends upon you what is your business strategy? You could find funding in a different way such as: • You can take lone from Bank or go for SBA (Small Business Administration), it allows you to pay back with interest. • Many new companies approach outside investors who like to invest money in exchange for a stake in the new enterprise’s revenue. • You can use crowdfunding like Kickstarter, in this way you can collect micro-donation to grow business.

“People are the most important thing. Business model and product will follow if you have the right people.” Adam Neumann RESEARCH THE MARKET After developing the business core idea, you need to research what you are going to offer to the customer. Because your idea could be unique or it may not. If your idea already exists in the market. How can you deal with it? first ask yourself, what can do differently than others. As you can see there are a lot of telecom companies out there. Why all companies are surviving because they are providing different features.

Now, you have a question that how to make time to start the business. Because you are already working somewhere and don’t want to mess up with it. well, here I am going to give four tips that will help you to start the business.

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in a very different way like, you can ask your husband or wife. Or You can ask your colleague to be part of it. again, my advice for everyone, do not think quickly that this man or woman can be my business partner. Otherwise, you won’t make time to start a business. I have read a lot of Robert T Kiyosaki books, here I want to share the quotes.

DIVIDE YOUR TIME I was reading an article about Elion Musk on independent. According to independent, his assistant divides the daily schedule into five slots. If you are organizing your schedule like this, you can keep the focus on time. Suppose that you have only 2 hours to think about the business plan, I would say give first priority. Ignore all those crape like chit chat and getting the side-track. In this way, you will have a very strict daily schedule and can focus on those things, what needs to get done.

“Finding business partners is key to success in anything: in business, in marriage especially, in investing.” Robert T Kiyosaki

You can use the Pomodoro technique to divide time. this technique has a huge impact on people. First, you need to prioritize daily tasks. Then, set the timer for 25 minutes. Always take a 5-minute break during the 25 minutes. After completing 100 minutes, you can take 20 minutes. In this way, you have to focus less and you do work very easily

USE YOUR WEEKENDS TO CREATE A BUSINESS PLAN I know you want to spend quality time with your family that is important for everyone. But you have to manage time like try to relax long hours on Friday night if you want to go dinner with your family. Make the night Friday schedule. I don’t want to say don’t spend time with family. What I want to say try to manage the time. wake up in the morning with new energy and excitement and spend full time on business plan wisely. Your weekend could be boon by the end of the day. Suppose that you are starting an internet business. If this entire weekend you are doing like creating content, posting blogs and ads and automating. that means, you only have a job to process the order and answer the question’s customer. Time management is one of the great skills if you have. You can do so anything you want.

DON’T WASTE TIME ON SOCIAL MEDIA People are getting abdicated by social media. Now you have to get away with it if you really want to make time for business. I know you want to see the news so that you can know what is going on in the market. Well, here you can do what I do. I have downloaded chrome extension news feed Eradicator. It prevents you from getting distracted. Also, if you have a useful website. Try to save the link so that when you get time, you can check them. Suppose that you have found some interesting business tips on the internet. You can take the screenshot and you can see wherever you want. Now you have to figure out, what is the best way you can make time to start the business.

FEEL ENERGETIC ALL THE TIME We have to follow the strategy very strictly, which means, it requires a big effort but without energy. You are not going to give any effort. So, make a healthy daily routine every day as much as possible. Always try to wake in the morning so that you will have time to do meditation. Mediation fills energy in the body. And you can think business plan very easily. Also, find some great speeches that help you stay motivated.

Now you might have a question that what if I am doing internet business. Well, you have to keep in mind this quote “Social media: don’t use it to impress people, use it to impact on people.”

FEW MORE WORDS I know the majority of people think that all this process super tough. How can we do that here I want to say without taking action you cannot do anything at all. a quote was written by Pablo Picasso.

GET BUSINESS PARTNER You can make time by getting a business partner. Having a business partner, you will have two benefits. First, it helps you to delegate some of the workloads to get the all task done. Second, your business partner will make you accountable by forcing you. Because your business partner will assume you to deliver as an equal. Now you may have a question how can I find a business partner. You can find a business partner

“Action is the foundation key to all success.” Pablo Picasso 56

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