Managing industrial ventures, tending to temple devotees, talking business strategy, and speaking about devotion to work and society. Shri Nareshbhai Patel, a powerful leader, shares his insight on how he never learned to choose between profit and purpose.

'Stay patient and give time to understand.' 
                                                                - Shri Nareshbhai Patel

Shri. Nareshbhai Patel's forward-thinking strategy is distinguished by a distinct integration of traditional values and contemporary business principles. He continues to give back to the community through the Khodaldham Trust and the temple, all the while overseeing efficient industrial endeavors. This dedication demonstrates that sustainable leadership is more than just implementing innovative tactics or increasing business margins. It is more entrenched in ethics, responsibility, and service.

During his session, he stated that excellence isn’t achieved through shortcuts or viral success. Instead, it takes shape gradually with the help of persistent work, perseverance during the struggle with failures, and unbreakable adherence to the goal. According to him, true leaders are not only in pursuit of financial benefits, but they are also following a long-term objective that benefits society at large.

One of the main themes of Shri. Patel's address sheds light on his dedication to social service, positioning thoughtful leadership as a responsibility rather than a personal achievement. 

What did students take back? The emphasis about how an individual emerging as a leader must view themselves as a steward of their society; leadership is about giving back.  

Students were particularly struck by his pragmatic views about leadership and business. “Time, discipline, ethics, and respecting the rules are not abstract concepts”, as he explained how these tools are crucial to grow sustainably.

"True achievement isn't measured by the heights you reach, but by how firmly your feet remain planted in your values and roots." 

Being in person with someone who has created something from the ground up becomes remarkable in a time when we are consuming leadership content in the form of 60-second videos and brief LinkedIn communication. These aren't inspirational sayings or theoretical case studies; rather, they are unadulterated and unfiltered advice.

One question lingers for all of us: are we climbing ladders that are leaned against the right walls, or are we simply trying to climb faster than others?