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How to win a squash game

Posted on February 21, 2015 by V

First wave of tycoons : Oil and Gas A mini wave called wave 1a. :  Commodities processing, Steel and Coal , industrial goods processing mainly for Oil and gas and distribution Infrastructure around the Oil and Gas industry ( mainly due … Continue reading →

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Goal philosophy

Posted on December 29, 2014 by V

Any remarkable result can be achieved , only and only with laser-like focus. That’s the lesson I have learnt so far. So I have culled. Culled like a mad-man to the utmost essentials in my life in what it takes … Continue reading →

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Interests, maybe in order of chronological pursuits

Posted on December 15, 2014 by V

Some industries that interest me to no end and give me sleepless nights with dreams – 1. Solar , BIPV, Offshore wind, Tidal and Geothermal , smart grids, Storage tech at parity, wireless T&D 2. Fashion, Nightlife and hospitality 3. … Continue reading →

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Some thoughts I am wrestling with

Posted on August 3, 2014 by V

I am really interested in a wide variety of industries – Renewables, ( Solar, Offshore wind, Nuclear Fusion, BIPVs ), Nuclear powered Shipping and its infrastructure,  and EVs in general. But am also drawn to the entertainment industry- the convergence … Continue reading →

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To keep marching

Posted on July 31, 2014 by V

Sometimes its too much to take. All the load and all the expectations, others’ too but more importantly my own.  It feels like the weight of the thousand earths on your shoulder to bear. Darkness clouds my eyes from all … Continue reading →

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The only quality you need to look for in a founder

Posted on July 9, 2014 by V

As I have come to meet many people in this startup journey, I have come to realise something key. Something that will stick with me, for long as I live. The only thing that matters to succeed is to be … Continue reading →

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Culture, values etc.

Posted on August 26, 2013 by V

If there is anything that I have learnt over the past one year, it is that the culture and values matter a lot in a startup. Starting with my most recent hire, I have started to explain and look for … Continue reading →

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Why am I headed there?

Posted on June 27, 2013 by V

It is to deny what the history of the world tells us is true, to suppose that men of ambition and talents will not continue to spring up amongst us. And when they do, they will as naturally seek the … Continue reading →

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Good Business Ideas vs. Bad Business Ideas

Posted on August 12, 2012 by V

Let’s admit it. Everybody wants to be famous. But fame comes to a select few. Not you everyday Joe. So in the world of entrepreneurs, if you had to showcase a select few , then the media better need some … Continue reading →

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How to choose an industry to begin your career

Posted on January 23, 2012 by V

In my short life and even shorter working experience, I have come to identify a distinct pattern in the advancement of corporate careers. In that interest to note and absorb how some talented and ambitious executives have made their mark … Continue reading →

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