From Tech Executive to an Entrepreneur: My Transformational Journey!
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Title: From Tech Executive to Entrepreneur - My Transformational Journey (Episode 1)
Join Ramesh Dewangan, founder and CEO of Quantum Vision Consulting, as he shares his inspiring journey from corporate executive to successful entrepreneur. In this debut episode, Ramesh opens up about his early life challenges, corporate career struggles, and the unexpected transition into entrepreneurship during COVID-19.
- 00:00 Entrepreneur Growth Insights Podcast
- 04:46 Navigating New Challenges in the U.S.
- 08:53 Entrepreneurial Journey Amid Sacrifices
- 10:22 Achieving Goals and Family Success
Early Entrepreneurial Seeds
Growing up in a small Indian town, Ramesh Dewangan's first taste of entrepreneurship came during high school when he helped his uncle manage a flour mill. This early exposure taught him valuable lessons about customer service and business management as he handled the cash box and interacted with customers seeking advice beyond their milling needs.
The Corporate Climb
After facing initial setbacks with a failed startup in India, Ramesh joined a multinational corporation that launched his corporate career. Despite professional success, including assignments abroad and eventually becoming vice president at a Silicon Valley company, he faced personal challenges. The demands of corporate life, including an MBA from UC Berkeley, often meant missing important family moments and struggling with work-life balance.
The Unexpected Pivot
When COVID-19 hit, Ramesh's 30-year corporate career ended abruptly through layoffs. This crisis forced difficult decisions, including selling his house and scaling back his daughter's wedding expenses. However, this challenge became the catalyst for his entrepreneurial journey.
Building a New Business Foundation
Rather than returning to corporate life, Ramesh established his own LLC. He focused on three key areas:
- Business coaching through Success Role Academy
- Implementation of effective systems and CRM tools
- Certification training to become a technical consultant
The Transformation
Through dedication and a systematic approach, Ramesh successfully:
- Built a lead list of over 1,000 contacts
- Conducted numerous webinars and masterclasses
- Organized a successful summit
- Established himself as a business growth expert
Keys to Success
Ramesh attributes his successful transition to three core principles:
- Understanding that business skills are acquirable, not innate
- Maintaining a growth mindset focused on continuous learning
- Utilizing the right systems and surrounding yourself with the right people
Personal Growth and Balance
Beyond business success, Ramesh's entrepreneurial journey has led to improvements in three core areas of his life:
- Family: More time with loved ones, including his new grandson
- Health: Regular exercise and a 5-pound weight loss
- Financial Independence: Ability to travel and create lasting memories with family
Quotable Moments:
"No one is born with business skills. It is an acquirable skill."
"The growth mindset is key. You must continuously learn, be proactive, adapt, and get out of comfort zone."
"Even if you work hard, you may fail if you don't have the right systems or people."
Looking Forward
Today, Ramesh leverages his experience as a business growth expert to help other entrepreneurs establish effective business strategies and systems. His journey from corporate executive to successful entrepreneur serves as an inspiration for others looking to make similar transitions.
Through his consulting practice, Quantum Vision Consulting, he helps entrepreneurs avoid their struggles by guiding business strategy and technical systems implementation. His story demonstrates that with the right mindset, support systems, and determination, it's possible to successfully transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, even in the face of significant challenges.
Key Topics Covered:
- Early entrepreneurial exposure through a family flour mill business
- Challenges of working in multinational corporations
- Cultural adaptation after moving to the US
- MBA journey at UC Berkeley
- Corporate layoff during COVID-19
- Building a successful consulting business
- Achieving work-life balance as an entrepreneur
Key Takeaways:
- Business skills are acquirable, not innate
- Growth mindset is essential for success
- Right systems and people are crucial for business growth
Resources Mentioned:
- Success Road Academy by Iman Aghay
- Business coaching and CRM systems
Connect with Ramesh:
Schedule a consultation call using the link in the show notes to discuss your business challenges and growth opportunities.
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Target Keywords:
entrepreneur journey, business transformation, corporate to entrepreneur, business growth expert, tech executive, business coaching, entrepreneurship challenges, business systems, work-life balance, business strategy
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