The Woman Behind Forttuna Group | Aditii Handa’s Untold Story

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In this episode of Corporate Life, Hina Siddiqui is joined by Aditii to discuss the raw reality of leadership and the often-unspoken journey through failure. Aditii shares how a "rollercoaster ride" of starting a business and facing setbacks shaped her into the leader she is today.

From the challenges of being a female executive in a male-dominated industry to the deeply personal motivations behind her "legacy" project, Aditii reveals why true success is impossible without first tasting the bitterness of failure.

Key Takeaways

The journey of an entrepreneur is rarely a straight line; it involves navigating countless rejections and "sleepless nights" to build something meaningful.

True leadership and resilience are built when you learn how to "dust yourself up" after falling and continue to push forward regardless of societal pressures.

Delayed gratification is essential in business; choosing to face challenges today allows for greater freedom and sweet success later.

Episode Highlights

Aditii reflects on the pivotal moment of starting her own venture and the boldness required to take that initial "coin flip" risk.

A deep dive into the "80% of failures" that aren't usually seen by the public but are the foundation of any successful career.

The conversation touches on the influence of parents, specifically how a father’s legacy and a mother’s "progressive" support can shape a woman's drive to succeed.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction to Aditii and the essence of failure

05:30 - The reality of entrepreneurship: Sleepless nights and coffee jars

12:15 - Navigating societal expectations as a woman in business

18:45 - The importance of delaying gratification for long-term goals

25:00 - Final thoughts on legacy and leaving a mark on the world

Connect with Guest

Aditii Handa: Fortune Group Chairperson

Website: www.aditiihanda.com
Fortuna Group Website: https://forttuna.com/home

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aditiihanda/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aditii-handa/

Connect with Hina

WEBSITE I https://thehinasiddiqui.com/

LINKEDIN I /hinasiddiqui

INSTAGRAM I @hinawithwings

YOUTUBE I /@thehinasiddiqui

Email I [e-mail]

Check out Hina's books: https://amzn.to/3B65Wz7

Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/