“Startup Reality: Lessons They Don’t Teach in College”

Описание: 🚀 Episode 2 of The Voice of Speakathon is OUT NOW!
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Manoj Saini to explore his journey from college life to entrepreneurship — and the bold decision to leave a stable job to build his own venture.
This episode is packed with practical insights for students, freshers, and aspiring founders who want clarity about careers, startups, and real-world skills.
🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
Manoj Saini’s early career journey and college experiences
Why he left a secure job to pursue entrepreneurship
The right time for students to start a business
First-year startup challenges and hard lessons learned
Whether college education actually helps in real work life
The exact skills that built his successful career
Confidence-building habits every student should develop
How to build the right team for your first venture
What companies really look for in freshers
Practical advice for young entrepreneurs starting out
This is not just motivation — it’s clarity.
If you're a student confused about your next move, or a fresher thinking about startups, this episode is your roadmap.
🎧 Tune in and take notes — your future self will thank you.

00:00 – 00:35 Teaser
00:36 – 00:59 Guest Introduction

01:00 – 01:59 Manoj Saini’s Background: College Life & Early Career
02:00 – 03:34 Why He Left a Stable Job to Start a Business
03:35 – 06:53 When Is the Right Time for Students to Start a Business?
06:54 – 16:44 First-Year Business Challenges & Lessons Learned

16:45 – 20:29 Do College Learnings Really Help in Work Life?
20:30 – 24:09 The Specific Skills That Built a Successful Career
24:10 – 27:00 Confidence-Building Skills Students Should Develop in University
27:01 – 31:54 How to Build the Right Team for Your First Venture
31:55 – 36:59 What Companies Actually Look for in Freshers
37:00 – 40:44 Practical Advice for Freshers Starting Their Own Business
40:45 – 40:48 wrapping up
40:49 – 42:00 Closing Remarks , Outro


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