‘If you are good at something, never do it for free’ Rishav Kumar of The University Express

This Entrepreneurial Story is about Rishav Kumar who Founded ‘The University Express’ located in New Delhi, India.Rishav-kumar-university-express

About:  After completing high school from Mount Carmel and emerging as the All India Topper in Economics, he is currently pursuing Honors in Economics from The University of Delhi.  Carrying our ‘writing’ as one of his interests, he is a big fan of sports specially cricket and soccer. Apart from sports his interest lies in Painting and Music. He just loves to be creative and innovative and always think about new ideas.

Worked with various eminent organisations in the field of marketing and editorials. Some of which includes – Colon K, Careers360, Youth24x7.com , Dhung ,Trading Rats, etc. And  Founded The University Express in 2012

Contact links – Facebook  LinkedIn  | Twitter

E-Mail – rishav_ved@yahoo.in

What Motivated you to start your Business?

Just a ‘thought’ was enough. When you think something which is different and which is genuinly required why not to give it a shot! I just had an idea and I went with it.

Tell us about your Business..

Its a Non for Profit student’s organisation building up in the University of Delhi. The University Express is an online magazine that shares all the latest happenings from every part of the University of Delhi. With more than 8 sponsors, 80+ human force, 900+ FB likes and 12,000+ weekly reach, the University Express aims to connect all the 80+ colleges of Delhi University and help them grow under a common roof. We also try to ensure that we give proper assistance and guidance to all the students who aspire to come and study in the Delhi University. We focus to provide them free councelling regarding the colleges and courses and answer their queries to the maximum extent.

What is a Day in a life of you like?

I believe “Victory loves Preparation”. So, whenever my preparation is over and it kisses the victory, I enjoy the day and I celebrate it.

One particular skill you got right and gave you best results.

Ability to execute my plans I would say. Whatever you plan, if it does not goes the right way you dont get the best results. I work to prepare my strategies and plan but I work harder when it comes to the execution.

What have been your biggest challenges in running your Business so far?

The biggest challenge is probably handling such a big work force. With so many employees in University Express it becomes a little difficult to provide a vision to each one of them. At the same time these people are not just employees but they are the strength of this organisation.

How did you overcome these challenges?

I respect each challenge and when it comes to this particular challenge, I try to give all of them a friendly environment to work so that we develop good relations and they can approach me if they feel any trouble. If your team works well and you have faith and confidence in them, then for rest of the challenges, dealing is very simple – Just have a bit of Coke and chill out!

What have you found the most effective way to get new clients?

Our clients we are dealing with is the mass audience who when visits our magazine, expect to get a ride where they just can’t stop reading appealing and quality articles. The most effective way is to give them what they want without comprimising the quality and with the best charm to impress them.

What advice to you give to other business owners?

Work for goodwill and pride. Never compromise on the quality of your services and social responsiblity. Profit comes at the last but if you are good at something, never do it for free.

How did you keep motivated through difficult times?

I just love difficult times. I have always dealt with them and as far as motivation is concerned I just think about a great man who has always fought with difficult times in the easiest of ways and have earned happiness from the shadows of sadness. Fortunately he is my Father and sharing the same blood helps me act in a similar manner.

Whats your Your Marketing, Funding and Team Building Strategy:

Mr. Sankalp Mathur and his worthy team is leading the field of marketing and doing an awesome job. The idea is to present quality iron solid materials and my marketing team just attracts the crowd as a magnet. Advertisement and publicity by other medias specially social media has turned out to be one of the major ones.

As far as funding is concerned, my colleague Siddharth and his team is dealing with it and has already cracked some big deals for us. When you get good reviews, funds just flows in!

Your Achievements:

Able to impress the large crowd and stand up on their expectations has been our biggest achievement. Apart from this working for our sponsors, earning respect for them and from them has also been one our achievement. Getting features in other magazines and media has boosted our confidence.

Whats your favorite quote?

Words ought to be a little wild, for they are the assault of thoughts on the unthinking.

-J.M.Keynes

Who inspires you?

The three base for a construction like me – My Grandfather, My Father and My Mamu. The inspiration just comes from them and the action just comes from me.

Do you have a Business Philosophy?

You run the business dont ruin the business.

Contact links

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More Info

https://www.startupfreak.com/university-express/

Startup Freak wishes Best of Luck to Rishav Kumar  and Team!

 

 

 

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