Winning Stroke: Interview with Ankit Gupta, COO Frontier Businesses, OYO
If not in the current profession, you would be?
Either a globetrotter or a wine connoisseur.
One tune you always hum.
I have just completed the Netflix series- Money Heist and I am in love with the Italian soundtrack ‘Bella Ciao!’
One book to read when you want to motivate yourself.
Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson.
One dialogue of a movie that motivates you or you l
“Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, and today is a gift … That’s why they call it the PRESENT” - Master Oogway, Kung Fu Panda
The place you never been to and always want to go.
It’s a place close to home - Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh. I’ve always wanted to visit the place for its serene and calm atmosphere, and stunning views of nature.
An animal that signifies you & why?
A horse, given its zeal, hard work and strong social bonds
A Movie Character you most resemble or resonate with
Will Smith’s character in the movie ‘Pursuit of Happyness’! I identify with his passion and virtue to find opportunities amidst challenges and chaos!
If your life was to be turned into a movie who would you like to play your part?
Tom Hanks. What an amazing and diverse actor!
Luck or Hard Work, what do you think weighs more in defining a successful person?
Hard work, since that’s what we can control. But if luck’s on your side, that’s the icing on the cake!
One best decision you ever made.
Starting to study for the IIT entrance exams in my 12th standard. That was a turning point in my life.
A strategy that you always use to take your decisions in Personal or Professional life.
There is no single strategy as such but I make sure to analyze situations well before taking decisions.
Whose advice do you seek when in a dilemma?
My wife’s. She knows my strengths and weaknesses the best and gives me honest, practical and balanced perspectives.
What has been your biggest achievement?
On a personal level, overcoming my fear and sky diving in New Zealand.
One thing that you want to change in yourself.
I am typically handling multiple initiatives at any time. I would like to be less of a multi-tasker and give my undivided attention to one specific task, before switching to the next one.
A line said by your close one that you never forget?
“We don’t want to be the best. We want to be legendary”. It is one statement that I live by.
