Stop managing, start leading | Dishant Pritamani | TEDxKharadi Salon

Business Philosophy & Strategy - The company evolved from prioritizing profits and appearances to valuing and nurturing its team as its strongest competitive advantage [1] - The company shifted its priority from investors-guests-employees to employees-guests-investors, believing that nurturing employees leads to better guest experiences and ultimately benefits investors [1] - The company emphasizes trust and respect for employees, moving away from traditional strict monitoring and control [1] - The company values effort and consistency over perfection, creating a supportive environment for employees to grow [2] Employee Welfare & Development - The company provides interest-free loans to employees (up to 10 times their salary) with a long tenure, demonstrating trust and support [1] - During challenging times like COVID-19, the company prioritized employee well-being by offering stipends to cover basic needs, with a commitment to repaying the full salaries and bonuses later [2] - The company focuses on educating employees about saving and creating passive income, aiming to improve their financial literacy and well-being [2] - The company believes in helping employees evolve not just professionally but also as better human beings, focusing on their confidence, self-awareness, and overall well-being [7][8][9] Leadership & Culture - The company promotes a culture of physical touch (hugging) to break down class barriers and create a sense of equality and ownership [5][6] - The company emphasizes the importance of chasing passion and being thorough with product and service, rather than just chasing opportunities [15]