Nitin Girdhar
Betaflex Jointing Pvt. Ltd.

What inspired you to start your own business?

I believe that every new day gives us an opportunity learn something new. Something different from normal routine. Chances are that when you're in a job you're majorly forced to do certain things in certain ways. That is why change in a corporation is very difficult to apply. But when you have your own business you don't know what to expect next. So it's always exciting in that way, and you learn at a more rapid speed.

What is the best part of running your own business?

Once set, you have the flexibility to manage your own time.

What is the biggest challenge you have faced running your own business and how did you overcome it?

The biggest challenge has always been finances. Specifically cash flow. Initially we offered 30 days credit. But when we started facing cash flow problems, we reduced our profit margins, and in some cases we also offered cash discounts.

What is your 5 year vision for the business?

Big OEMs and gasket manufacturers have started contacting us for sample approvals, so I expect my business to grow exponentially.

What is the one piece of advice you would give to anyone wanting to start their own business?

Always believe in yourself. And, when starting your own business, you need to have a lot of patience. It takes time for good promising results. Always have an open mind while moving forward.

Were there any key moments during your time at NUBS which ignited your entrepreneurial spirit?