RAJIV AGARWAL is a Family Business Advisor with over twenty years of experience. A leading expert on family business in India, he has advised multiple families on succession, strategy and continuity. Currently Professor of Family Business, Strategy and Entrepreneurship, at his alma mater, SP Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR), Mumbai. Agarwal holds a PhD from BITS Pilani and is also an alumnus of Harvard Business School. His writing appears regularly in various publications on topics related to family business.
The go-to book that revives confidence in Indian leaders and managers to build and Grow without the fear of failure. From a small Steel trading company in 1945 to India’s largest tractor manufacturer in 2019, The fascinating story of Mahindra and Mahindra epitomizes rapid expansion and stellar convictions. In lead with purpose like Anand Mahindra, Rajiv Agarwal shows how Anand Mahindra developed businesses that have all emerged as leaders in the industries in which they operates it aerospace, rural finance or information Technology. Each Chapter contains a case study that can inform and inspire an aspiring manager in taking tough decisions, following one’s instincts and taking risks. A gripping and enriching narrative, The author elucidates managerial traits that helped Mahindra carve out successful ventures such as the Scorpio, and ensure the successful acquisition of ssangyong, a South Korean Automobile manufacturer. Steadfast and courageous, Mahindra emerges not only as a visionary manager but also as a thoughtful and humble leader who has the eye and will to achieve what he sets out for. This book also explains classic business practices that can help the reader rise to the top just like the Renaissance man, as Anand Mahindra has been called. This is the second book in the management lessons from the masters series. A must-read for anyone who wants to learn the secrets of running a successful business.
