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From Resilience to the Top: The Inspiring Story of Radhika Gupta, CEO of Edelweiss

After being bullied at school for her Indian accent and crooked neck, and facing a string of job rejections after college, Radhika Gupta turned her life around and climbed the corporate ladder to become one of India's youngest CEOs at the age of 33. She shared her inspiring story "I was born with a crooked neck. If that wasn't enough to single me out-I was always the new kid in the school," Radhika Gupta, chief executive officer of Edelweiss told The daughter of a diplomat father, she lived in India, Pakistan and New York before arriving in Nigeria, where she says her Indian accent was judged. 



"They named me 'Apu', a character from The Simpsons," said Gupta of her former classmates. Add to that, she also had to face unfavourable comparisons with her mother, who Gupta says is a "stunning woman." At the age of 22, things came to a head for Gupta after she faced her seventh job rejection. "I looked out of the window and said I’ll jump!" she recalls. Her alarmed friends called for help and Radhika Gupta was taken to a psychiatric ward, where she was diagnosed with depression. She says the only reason she was allowed to leave the ward was because she told them she had a job interview and it could well be her last shot. That day, she bagged a job at McKinsey. 

My life was on the right track," says Gupta. "But 3 years later, after I survived the financial crisis of 2008, I wanted a change- so, at 25, I moved to India & started my own asset management firm with my husband & friend.". She applied for the position and a few months later, Radhika Gupta became one of the youngest CEOs in India at the age of 33. 

Gupta's influence extends beyond the financial world. She is a role model for aspiring entrepreneurs, especially women, demonstrating that success is achievable despite facing challenges. Her presence as an investor on the Indian version of Shark Tank further amplifies her message of perseverance and guidance for budding businesses. Radhika Gupta's story is an inspiration. It showcases the power of resilience, unwavering focus, and the ability to turn setbacks into stepping stones. Her journey serves as a beacon of hope, urging individuals to chase their dreams with unwavering determination.


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