Vivek Joshi brings more than thirty years of global management experience across consumer goods, healthcare, industrials, and services industries. He has worked closely with start-up and growth-stage ventures, mentoring founders on scaling, profitability, and organizational effectiveness. He conducts workshops titled “Start-Up to Scale-Up” across India and internationally, helping entrepreneurs convert vision into structure and growth. He is also the author of a book Start-Up to Scale-Up: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Venture Capital, which helps founders understand investors’ expectations and prepare for funding. An alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad, IIT Bombay, and the University of South Florida (USA), he is actively engaged in corporate leadership, advisory roles, and mentoring young businesses. More of his work can be found at https://expertstrat.com

My name is Reshma, and my journey has been shaped by curiosity, learning, and the quiet determination to grow into the best version of myself. I was never someone who lived with a rigid plan or a fixed idea of success. Instead, life unfolded for me in chapters—each one revealing a new lesson, a new opportunity, and a new direction I hadn’t imagined before. I grew up believing that every experience carries a message, and that has guided me through my education, work, and personal evolution. My academic path eventually led me to IIM Kozhikode, an experience that expanded not just my knowledge but my perspective of the world. From leadership roles in college to diverse professional experiences in analytics, strategy, and operations, I learned to adapt, collaborate, and think with clarity even in challenging situations. But the most powerful growth I experienced was internal. Life taught me resilience—not through dramatic events, but through everyday challenges that demanded discipline, self-awareness, and the courage to keep moving forward. I learned that growth is rarely loud. It happens quietly, in moments when no one is watching, in decisions that seem small but later become turning points. Every step of my journey pushed me to rise above fear, insecurity, and doubt. I learned to trust myself more, rely on my strengths, and build a mindset rooted in gratitude. I came to understand that success is not something we chase—it is something we grow into when we learn to show up consistently for ourselves. What shaped me most was the realization that we are all work in progress. We evolve, we outgrow versions of ourselves, and we discover new layers of strength the moment we decide to choose ourselves. My story is not about dramatic highs and lows—it is about the steady climb, the inner shift, and the power of self-belief. Over the years, I have met people, taken paths, and embraced experiences that expanded my understanding of who I am and what I want to contribute to the world. This book reflects that journey—not as a retelling of events, but as a collection of insights, reflections, and lessons that helped me transform from someone who simply moved with life to someone who consciously creates her life. Today, I stand grounded, grateful, and continuously evolving. I share my story not as someone who has figured everything out, but as someone who has learned to rise every time life whispered a new direction. My journey is a reminder that the greatest transformation begins within—and that every individual has the power to rise above their own feats and become who they were meant to be.

About Dr. S. KUMARAN –Dr. S. Kumaran is working as Professor in School of Management, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (Deemed to be University), Chennai. He has more than three decades of experience in teaching, research and corporate. He has published eight books on Tourism management and published more than 120 research papers in prestigious journals and conferences. He is also research supervisor and successfully guided research scholar. He has been awarded with Lifetime Achievement and Best Researcher award for exceptional research contribution through eminent publication for the year 2020-2022 by Alliance University Bangalore. He has also been recognized with Chancellor’s award from Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science for the year 2024.About Dr. B. LATHA LAVANYA:Dr. B. Latha Lavanya is working as an Associate Professor in MEASI Institute of Management, Chennai and has 24 years of professional experience. She has established herself as a distinguished academic and industry expert. Her scholarly contributions are extensive, with over 87 research papers published in esteemed journals indexed by Scopus, WoS and ABDC. She is also a recognized Ph.D. guide at the University of Madras, mentoring the next generation of researchers. A trailblazer in her field, Dr. B.L. Lavanya is the first faculty member to secure a funded internship from RBI and has successfully obtained grants from ICSSR.About Dr. RHYTHEEMA DULLOODr. Rhytheema Dulloo, Ph.D working with School of Management, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (Deemed to be University) has over 17 years of teaching and research excellence. Dr. Dulloo has edited three internationally acclaimed books with IGI Global, USA (Scopus-indexed) and has over 50 peer-reviewed publications in international journals including IEEE, Springer, and Elsevier. She serves on the Editorial Boards of premier journals including Journal of Green Technologies and Sustainability. Her membership on the Advisory Council for Harvard Business Review underscores her standing among elite thought leaders in business and organizational studies.

Samatha Reddy Narala is a Relationship Coach and former IT professional with over 18 years of experience in the tech industry. Born and raised in Andhra Pradesh, she brings the analytical mind of an engineer and the empathetic heart of a coach into her work. After nearly two decades in IT, Samatha transitioned into Life Coaching — a shift sparked by her own journey of self- discovery and transformation. Married for 19 years and a mother of two sons, she has observed and experienced the many shades of marriage — from love and companionship to conflict and healing. Through her coaching, Samatha helps individuals and couples build awareness about relationship dynamics, moving from “adjusting” to “understanding.” Her focus lies in helping people prepare for relationships consciously, not just culturally. “The 9 Myths of Indian Marriages” is her invitation to look at love with laughter, honesty, and a dose of reality — so that we stop chasing the idea of a perfect marriage and start building a real one.

AUTHOR’S BIO-DATA – CAPT. JAGJIT KHULLAR Captain Jagjit Khullar is a former Naval Officer who proudly served the Indian Navy for over 25 years, holding distinguished appointments across all four Naval Commands. His career spanned roles of great responsibility — from Joint Director at the Ministry of Defense in Delhi to Command Refit Officer at Kochi and Senior Staff Officer (Technical) at Port Blair. After an illustrious naval career, he continued his maritime journey as Chief Engineer in the Merchant Navy, sailing worldwide with the Shipping Corporation of India and Ambuja Cements. Driven by a deep passion for teaching, Capt. Khullar has mentored young marine engineers at TS Chanakya, IMU, and IMEI, and as Head of Engineering Faculty at BP Marine Academy, where he guided over 300 cadets under the UK-HND program. An MBA, motivational speaker, and writer, Capt. Khullar now serves with Ind-Aust Maritime, Navi Mumbai—continuing his lifelong mission to inspire and uplift Seafarers community through knowledge. His joint venture with Mr. Manoj, ‘Calm Seas Within’, brings together jointly their personal experiences and insights, shaped into a book designed to guide seafarers through the challenges of life both onboard and ashore.About the author – Mr Manoj Soneji, a surveyor and CEO Manoj Madan Soneji, fondly known as “The Ocean of Possibilities,” is a seasoned seafarer, visionary strategist, and founder of OCEANSTAR Maritime, Future Focus Solutions, and Mariners Lifestyle Hub. With more than 27 years of diverse experience across shipyards, offshore oil and gas projects, and maritime consulting, he has dedicated his career to building ecosystems that empower people rather than merely creating businesses. His leadership extends beyond professional ventures—he actively mentors mariners, inspires future leaders, and engages in CSR initiatives aimed at fostering growth, community, and purpose. Manoj’s philosophy is anchored in helping maritime professionals discover camaraderie, resilience, and a sense of legacy. His collaboration with Capt Jagjit Khullar while writing this book, ‘Calm Seas Within’, encapsulates this vision. It reflects his remarkable journey, showcasing perseverance, leadership, and the transformative power of navigating not only the oceans but also the voyage of life with clarity and purpose.

The author has been in a successful corporate career for over a decade and kept in touch with her creative side through art and crafts. Being the mother of 3, now teenage, children, she realizes how art and crafts have played a huge role in shaping their individual choices and personalities. That is what made her plunge into the creative world, creating coloring books for kids, teens and even adults. K-POP being her kids' favorite made her curious enough to bring about this book.