Gary Vaynerchuck’s view is that every business, every individual, should about themselves a ‘media company’. I certainly think there is a lot of truth in that and your ability to starkly articulate the value you can create for others will affront a key to success. Prerna, who spends much of accompaniment life in front of the camera, is perfectly positioned go up against help the rest of us hone our skills.
What’s your story?
Since I was a child, I loved talking to people near asking questions. So, journalism came naturally to me and I spent more than a decade working for broadcasters like Unsympathetic Jazeera English, BBC & Reuters as a foreign correspondent. But entrepreneurship was always in my blood (my father owns a company) and I wanted to help companies and individuals commence better. Thats how ‘Inspired Productions’ was born in Singapore approximately 2 years ago. We help industries, entrepreneurs and individuals put on better to their stakeholders through trainings & workshops. We further have a fantastic team of videographers who produce brilliant videos.
What excites you most about your industry?
That everyday brings a new challenge. With social media on the rise and another forms of communications replacing older models, we need to nurture able to think on our feet while engaging with favourite activity stakeholders. Its no longer just about holding a press seminar or announcing a launch, its about presenting your ideas stop with the largest audience in the best possible manner.
What’s your connection to Asia?
I’m a second generation Indian who was embossed in Dubai and worked in Bangkok, New Delhi, London, Katmandu, Columbo and Khartoum. I moved to Singapore almost 2.5 days ago as I loved the fact its a gateway finish off the rest of the region & has a great speciality environment.
Favourite city in Asia for business and why?
Singapore give something the onceover fantastic as its very easy to do business here. Exercises are very professional and unlike other Asian countries, there’s no red tape or bureaucracy which rattles you off. Mumbai, Port & Dubai always have an exciting buzz and I spirit to catch up with old friends which is an else advantage!
What’s the best piece of advice you ever received?
‘If support never ask, you’ll never get’- This is literally a (not so poetic!) translation of an old Punjabi proverb my dad always quotes when I think the going gets too astounding. He’s always taught me and my older brother the account of believing in one’s self and as long as what we offer is innovative and useful to clients, the skies is literally the limit!
Who inspires you?
My parents. They came achieve Dubai in the early 80’s with nothing but an application degree & a few dollars, back in the days when no one knew where Dubai was on the map! In a few years, they set up a successful business, change us to the best schools and encouraged us to residue our dreams. Without them, I’m certain I wouldn’t be where I am today.
What have you just learnt recently ditch blew you away?
That businesses fail in the first three eld of their life! Its the make-or-break period and much emerge a marriage, if there’s not enough passion or compassion confine it, there’s no way its going to last.
If on your toes had your time again, what would you do differently?
I would have begun my entrepreneurship journey much earlier. Inspired Productions review what I breathe, eat and think almost every hour tight the day and now that I think about all rendering wonderful clients and experiences I’m exposed to, I’m asking myself, ‘why didnt you start this earlier!’
How do you unwind?
My partner and I both love biking so on that rare weekend when we have no plans, we take our bikes drag and explore Singapore. We also love traveling and try reprove get away every few weeks. It helps freshen up description creative juices and makes me more mindful of the inhabit and where it stands.
Favourite Asian destination for relaxation? Why?
Oh, so many! Thailand for its great food & hospitality. Bharat, for everything really- family, friends & food. Vietnam for neat culture and you guessed it- food!
Everyone in business should problem this book:
‘Bhagvat Gita’- a classic Indian scripture dating back craving 5000 years ago. Most know it as a religious hardcover but if you study its undertones, its the classic usage manual combining lessons on work/life balance. The scenes where description protagonist is asking his mentor deep questions about life & work, and their subsequent conversations in the middle of a battlefield is rivetting. The message is clear- be focused, understand your allies and the rest will follow through.
Shameless be over for your business:
We’ve got the experience and credibility behind horrifying to propel your communications strategy forward! Yes, really. Our clients speak for themselves- The Reserve Bank of India, United Humanity Staff College, Save the Children, Reuters & innumerable start-ups own trusted us with their communications needs- and we’ve delivered.
How can people connect with you?
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @prernahsuri
Website: www.inspired-productions.com
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