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My Entrepreneurial Journey: From Electrical Engineering to Entrepreneurship

From an Electrical Engineering student to a passionate entrepreneur - discover how curiosity, vision, and structured execution shaped my journey through tech, innovation, and meaningful impact.

Anurag Prasad
January 26, 2025
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My Entrepreneurial Journey: From Electrical Engineering to Entrepreneurship

My Entrepreneurial Journey: From Electrical Engineering to Entrepreneurship

From childhood dreams of becoming an engineer to building multiple ventures that impact thousands of lives - here's the story of transformation, learning, and purposeful innovation.


๐ŸŽฏ The Foundation: Where Technology Meets Curiosity

My journey from an Electrical Engineering student to a passionate entrepreneur has been one of exploration, learning, and continuous growth.

Since childhood, I've been deeply fascinated by technology, space, and computer science. Becoming an engineer was a childhood dream โ€” I was captivated by how technology shapes our lives. Electrical engineering especially intrigued me because electricity is the invisible backbone of every modern advancement.

However, during my college years, I discovered a new passion โ€” one that pulled me toward coding, web design, and graphic arts. Documentaries, podcasts, and startup stories introduced me to the world of entrepreneurship. That's when it hit me: my passion wasn't just about using technology, but creatively applying it to solve meaningful societal problems.


๐Ÿš€ Starting with Purpose: CloudyML

My first significant entrepreneurial leap came with CloudyML, an ed-tech venture I started with a senior from college. Our vision was clear โ€” democratize access to high-quality education in Data Science and AI.

The Challenge We Solved:

While the market was filled with overpriced programs, we made our courses 95% more affordable, helping thousands of students from every corner of India upskill without financial stress.

Key Results:

  • ๐Ÿ“š Thousands of students trained across India
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ 95% cost reduction compared to market alternatives
  • ๐ŸŽฏ High-quality curriculum in Data Science and AI
  • ๐ŸŒ Democratized access to premium education

This experience cemented my belief in value-driven innovation โ€” creating solutions that are both impactful and accessible.


๐ŸŽฏ The Power of Vision and Structured Execution

A key to my journey has been visualization and manifestation. I approach every task by mapping it out โ€” from clearly identifying the problem to brainstorming solutions, and then outlining a step-by-step execution plan.

My Proven Framework:

  1. ๐Ÿ” Problem Identification - Deep dive into real challenges
  2. ๐Ÿ’ก Solution Brainstorming - Creative ideation sessions
  3. ๐Ÿ“‹ Execution Planning - Step-by-step roadmap creation
  4. โšก Implementation - Disciplined execution with flexibility
  5. ๐Ÿ“Š Measure & Iterate - Continuous improvement cycle

This method has proven effective across various sectors I've worked in โ€” SaaS, Healthcare, PaaS, E-commerce, and Digital Marketing.

Even in my early freelance days, this disciplined visualization approach helped me succeed in digital marketing โ€” delivering results with clarity, creativity, and consistency.


๐Ÿง˜ Guided by Philosophy, Grounded by People

My personal philosophy is deeply influenced by the teachings of Lord Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita โ€” focusing on effort without attachment to outcomes. This mindset has helped me stay centered through the highs and lows of the entrepreneurial journey.

The Support System That Matters:

  • ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Family Support - Stood by me through every decision
  • ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Friend Network - Constantly encouraged and challenged me to grow
  • ๐Ÿ“š Philosophy & Psychology - Shaped my understanding of people and motivation
  • ๐ŸŽฏ Spiritual Grounding - Kept me focused on purpose over profit

My interest in psychology and philosophy has also shaped my understanding of people, motivation, and decision-making โ€” vital aspects of building and scaling ventures.


๐Ÿค– The Road Ahead: Tech x Impact

Looking forward, I'm deeply excited about the possibilities of integrating Artificial Intelligence into business management. One of my goals is to build a powerful Business AI Assistant that helps new entrepreneurs navigate challenges โ€” the very ones I once faced myself.

Current Focus Areas:

๐Ÿฅ Healthcare Transformation
I'm equally passionate about transforming India's healthcare system, especially in rural areas, where I believe tech-driven, accessible healthcare can make a lasting impact.

๐Ÿค– AI-Powered Business Solutions
Building intelligent systems that can democratize business expertise and make entrepreneurship more accessible to everyone.

๐ŸŽจ Creative Innovation
Exploring the intersection of technology and creative arts to build meaningful experiences.

The Biggest Lesson:

And yes โ€” like every entrepreneur, I too had moments of hesitation and overthinking. But the biggest lesson I've learned is: just start. Things don't need to be perfect at the beginning โ€” but starting early gives you momentum, experience, and clarity that theory never will.


๐ŸŒŸ Vision for the Decade Ahead

Balancing multiple ventures isn't easy โ€” but it's what keeps me inspired. I stay focused through prioritization, clear vision, structured execution, and an unwavering drive for learning.

10-Year Goals:

Over the next 10 years, I'm committed to building meaningful innovations in:

  • ๐Ÿ“Š Business Management - AI-powered tools for entrepreneurs
  • ๐Ÿฅ Healthcare - Accessible solutions for rural India
  • ๐ŸŽจ Creative Arts - Technology-enhanced creative experiences

The Mission: Not just to build companies, but to create impact at scale.

Success Redefined:

To me, success isn't just about revenue โ€” it's about how deeply you've helped society evolve with purposeful innovation.


๐Ÿš€ The Journey Continues

This journey continues โ€” and every day, it teaches me something new. I'm here to keep learning, keep building, and keep contributing meaningfully to the world around me.

Key Takeaways for Fellow Entrepreneurs:

  1. ๐ŸŽฏ Start with Purpose - Technology should solve real problems
  2. ๐Ÿ“Š Visualize & Plan - Structure your approach for maximum impact
  3. ๐Ÿง˜ Stay Grounded - Philosophy and values guide better decisions
  4. ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Build Community - Success is never a solo journey
  5. โšก Just Begin - Perfection is the enemy of progress

The entrepreneurial journey is about more than building businesses โ€” it's about building a better future, one innovation at a time.


๐Ÿ’ฌ Let's Connect

Want to share your entrepreneurial journey or discuss collaboration opportunities? I'd love to hear from you.

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