The DNA Behind Becoming A Successful Entrepreneur with Ronnie Screwvala: upGrad, UTV, RSVP, Swades

Описание: How does one consistently upgrade themselves to stay relevant professionally? What drove Ronnie to establish upGrad? How did Swades empower rural India? How did Ronnie lead innovation in the media and entertainment industry?

Join us for the latest episode as we sit down for an insightful conversation with Ronnie Screwvala, chairperson and co-founder of upGrad. Ronnie Screwvala's diverse ventures reflect his entrepreneurial prowess and social impact endeavours, spanning entertainment, education, and upskilling initiatives like UpGrad. Additionally, his grassroots empowerment approach with initiatives like The Swades Foundation and perpetual entrepreneurship with Ronnie Screwvala Productions illustrate his commitment to innovation and societal impact. With decades of entrepreneurial experience, we all have something to learn from Ronnie’s journey.

Chapters
00:00:00 - 00:01:08 Episode Introduction
00:01:08 - 00:04:23 Ronnie Screwvala: The Eternal Entrepreneur
00:04:23 - 00:08:15 What was young Ronnie’s thought process to become an entrepreneur?
00:08:15 - 00:15:45 The DNA behind becoming a successful entrepreneur
00:15:45 - 00:21:03 How did Ronnie choose the right businesses to invest in?
00:21:03 - 00:26:38 Ronnie’s thoughts on today’s entrepreneurial landscape in India
00:26:38 - 00:31:15 What made Ronnie choose an unconventional business venture in education?
00:31:15 - 00:44:29 The needs and intricacies of continuously upgrading yourself with a 360° approach
00:44:29 - 00:55:18 Ronnie’s vision and mission behind upGrad’s founding
00:55:18 - 00:57:15 What is the difference between continuous learning and education?
00:57:15 - 00:01:00 What is India’s educational realm today and what will it look like in the future?
01:01:00 - 01:12:56 The Swades Foundation: Empowering Rural Communities
01:12:56 - 01:21:50 Ronnie's innovative pathway in the media and entertainment industry
01:21:50 - 01:23:53 What does the future look like for Ronnie Screwvala’s career?

Resources
1. The Basics of Entrepreneurship: https://hbr.org/1985/03/the-heart-of-...
2. 9 EdTech Predictions for 2024: https://inc42.com/features/9-edtech-p...
3. More About India's Water Problem: https://siwi.org/latest/water-crisis-...
4. About Swades: https://swadesfoundation.org/about-us/

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