Join us as we dive into their remarkable journey of balancing intense academic pressures with the demanding and rewarding process of writing and publishing their own book. Discover the innovative concept of reverse mentoring from these young authors and gain invaluable insights into their unique approach.
In this episode, you'll hear about their creative brainstorming sessions, the vital support they received from the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), and their expert tips on content creation and personal branding. Whether you're a young professional, a student, or anyone with a dream to achieve, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice to help you turn your aspirations into reality.
Tune in for a captivating conversation that highlights the power of perseverance, the importance of mentorship, and the art of balancing multiple demands while pursuing your passions. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get motivated and learn from the experiences of Sheetal and Vibhu on their journey from an initial idea to a successful book launch.
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Abhishek Mittal is a seasoned M&A professional with over 17 years of experience in management consulting. He has worked on multi-billion dollar deals across various industries and geographies, leading and managing teams of consultants. He has also taught at one of India’s top business schools, sharing his practical knowledge with aspiring leaders. Abhishek has a wide range of skills and specializes in M&A operations, such as project and program management, operating model design, process improvement, synergy analysis, and operational due diligence. He is a trusted advisor and thought leader known for his excellence and strategic vision.
Sheetal has recently completed the flagship MBA program in International Business at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), New Delhi. As part of her MBA programme, she interned as a Summer Associate with McKinsey & Company in the Management Consulting domain. Sheetal is the Author of Book titled "IIFT Entrepreneurs" which is published on Amazon Kindle and listed nationally.
Prior to this, she was working in the Social Impact Consulting space as a Strategy Consultant with Sattva Consulting. She's an experienced external audit professional and has worked at Deloitte. She has a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry as well as the Government sector. Sheetal has been a student leader & management enthusiast who strives to add value to the society. She led the Department of Commerce, Jesus & Mary College as the President in 2019 and Vice President in 2018. She's been honoured with accolades such as Award of Excellence, Student of the Year, Best Prefect and Best Overall Student. Sheetal is also a State qualified Table Tennis player.
Vibhu has completed his undergraduation from IIT Bombay in 2019. Post that he has worked for 2.5 years in Consulting. He has also cleared level 1 of CFA. He completed his MBA from IIFT Delhi in 2024. He has also authored IIFT Entrepreneurs
00:33 Introduction and Welcome
01:15 Meet the Guests: Sheetal and Vibhu
02:57 The Journey of Writing a Book
06:37 Challenges and Support from IFT
13:05 Mentorship and Key Learnings
19:28 Building a Personal Brand & Monetizing Content Creation
22:56 The Value of Networking
25:12: Key takeaways