Amit Jain

This National Education Day is a perfect opportunity to think back on an iconic quote by Malcolm X - “Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.“ I believe that education is the foundation of a successful Bharat, and lifelong learning is nothing but essential in today's rapidly changing world.

At CarDekho Group, we strongly believe in the power of education, as it is through quality education that the true potential of India's youth can be unlocked. We're continually reconfirming this belief by being invested in mission-led brands like Crack-ED, that are instrumental in upskilling youth in tier 2, 3 and 4 cities of our country and making them job-ready. 'Upskill Today, Lead The World Tomorrow', their mission, is on a great roll, and once it starts taking shape at scale, it will impact the real Bharat.

This new Bharat that we all envision will have empowered and confident youth who trust in their abilities and will rapidly shine in their fields of strength. And I would be glad if I could play a humble part in it. Therefore, we also encourage lifelong learning among our employees through various training and development programs so that they are fully equipped to pursue their personal development goals.

Education - especially as a cause, mere dil ke bohot kareeb hai. For a long time, main sab ko lifelong learning embrace karne aur degrees ki jagah skills pe focus karne ki appeal karta aaya hoon. Naye Bharat ko Skill-based education ki zarurat hai, sirf fancy degrees ki nahi, taaki har Education Day filled ho success stories ke sath!

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Embracing change and making a difference. Our collective energy today was focused on not just 'making' change, but on 'being' the change. 

At the heart of our conversation was our product - designed to ensure peace of mind for our customers when they need it most. Our goal is not just to provide insurance, but to ensure trust, reliability, and ease in every transaction. 

In envisioning our culture, innovation, agility, and collaboration emerged as our guiding stars. They’re not just buzzwords for us, they are the DNA of our work ethos. It’s the way we navigate this fast-paced industry, the key to offering solutions that truly meet our customers’ needs.

Trust, too, is a cornerstone of our culture. Trust within our team, trust in our product, and, most importantly, trust from our customers. It is not just assumed; it is earned through transparency, consistency, and a deep-seated commitment to ethical practices. 

The organizational structure we envision is one that fosters growth, nurtures talent, and prioritizes both individual and team success. A structure where every voice matters, and every idea is valued. 

And finally, addressing the InsuranceDekho B2C team, we reaffirmed our commitment to robust, data-driven measurement systems. We believe that what gets measured gets done. This ethos will help us gauge our progress, identify areas for improvement, and celebrate our victories. It was a day full of inspiration and big ideas. And I can't wait to see us turn these ideas into reality. Onward and upward!

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Why we are still building our business in a Tier 2 city?

I think the answer to this goes beyond love.

Yes, I have a connection with my hometown, but there is a lot more to the story. Here is my take on this: 

When you’re building a business out of a Tier 2 city, you learn how to mobilize your resources. I see a lot of founders today refusing to leave the metro as they won’t find the right manpower. I think you should have the potential to attract and nurture talent no matter where you are. Dhanda chalana ana chaiye. The rest can surely be taken care of.  

Working from a small town, we at CarDekho Group, always strived to be a better version of ourselves. Having an internal locus of control that was never swayed by what went down externally. That being said, it is important to ask yourself if you’re better than what you were yesterday. Understanding the customer’s needs and continuing to improve in that direction. Eventually, things start working out. 

Building a venture from a tier 2 city, you start building an ecosystem that encourages other entrepreneurs to make it happen. For me, I took it as an initiative to rethink the understanding of relatively smaller cities in India. And we could see the results. There have been a lot of startups coming from the deepest corners of India. Shark Tank was a commendable example of this.  

So, why am I still building my business in a Tier 2 city? Because I believe that with the right mindset and approach, success is possible no matter where you are. I think the reality of entrepreneurs and professionals coming from tier 2 cities in India is a mix of challenges and success stories. While the lack of infrastructure and exposure can be a challenge, there are individuals who have defied the odds and achieved great success. With the right support and opportunities, the potential for entrepreneurship and professional growth in tier 2 cities is immense, and it is only a matter of time before we see more success stories emerging.

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