Endorsed by India’s Startup Icons
It took me two years and help from incredible people to find my mentor, Vivek Gambhir. You're luckier, you get his wisdom in just two days. HeadStart by Vivek Gambhir and Sunder Ramachandran is a true career bible.
I've gifted HeadStart to so many members of my team because it captures the mindset every professional needs to grow. It's practical, insightful, and written with real experience. A true game changer.
Hear from Those Who’ve
Walked the Path
Sanjiv Mehta
Chairman & MD, Hindustan Unilever
HeadStart is a remarkable playbook for anyone at the start of their career or a few years in. Vivek and Sunder share practical insights on learning.
Sanjiv Mehta
Chairman & MD, Hindustan Unilever
HeadStart is a remarkable playbook for anyone at the start of their career or a few years in. Vivek and Sunder share practical insights on learning.
Shantanu Deshpande
Founder, Bombay Shaving Company
HeadStart is the career companion I never had when starting out. Vivek and Sunder offer practical lessons to navigate corporate challenges.
Nisaba Godrej
Chairperson, Godrej
HeadStart distills decades of professional experience into practical guidance for those early in their careers.It’s an inspiring read for anyone.
Karan Singh
Chairman, Bain & Company India
I wish I had read HeadStart at the beginning of my career. Vivek and Sunder provide actionable insights that help unlock potential.
WHAT’S INSIDE? SNEAK PEEK
Each of these visual guides captures the most valuable lessons from the book's chapters. Use them to sharpen your skills, motivate your team, or keep yourself on track with actionable insights. Perfect for quick learning and easy to reference in your day-to-day work.
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Be an Avid Learner
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Be a Team Player
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Be a Relationship Builder
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Be a Career Transition Expert
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Be a Go Getter
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Be a Marathon Runner
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Meet The Authors
Meet The Authors
Vivek Gambhir
CEO Godrej, BoAt
CEO GODREJ | BOAT | VENTURE ADVISOR | MENTOR
Sunder Ramachandran
MD GSK, CHRO Dr Reddy's
MD GSK | DR. REDDY’S | PFIZER | MENTOR
Critical Acclaim & Industry Recognition
“HeadStart paves the perfect runway for a young professional’s career to take off. Packed with insights.”
Pramath Sinha
Founder & Trustee
Ashoka University
“HeadStart teaches resilience and action in ways that are practical and actionable. The book acts as a guide.”
Ahana Gautam
Founder and CEO
OpenSecret
“HeadStart emphasizes building strong relationships and communication as key career tools.”
Gurpreet Singh
Managing Director
Russel Reynolds
“Teamwork is when we all come together to make magic happen. HeadStart teaches how to contribute.”
Hariram Krishnan
Ex. M. Director
Galderma India
“Learning is not compulsory, neither is survival. HeadStart drives home the importance of continuous learning.”
Rajiv Jayaraman
Founder & CEO
Knolskape
“A career is built over many years, and HeadStart captures this perfectly. It emphasizes the long-term mindset.”
Krish Shankar
Formal Global Head,HR
Infosys
“If you want a head start early in your career, this book is a must. Vivek and Sunder share practical and actionable guidance.”
Bharat Puri
Managing Director
Pidilite Industries Ltd
“When we started our company, I dubbed myself the ‘Get Shit Done Officer.’ HeadStart perfectly captures that spirit of action.”
Varun Alagh
Co-Founder & CEO
Honasa Mamaearth
“When you’re deep in stress and submerged in work. HeadStart reminds you that career growth is a marathon, not a sprint.”
Santosh Menon
Chairman & CEO
FCBKL.LK
“Learning is a mindset and an attitude. HeadStart emphasizes curiosity, humility as essential career traits.”
Mohit Gundecha
CEO & Cofounder
Jombay
“Teamwork’s true value lies in communicating across diverse ecosystems. HeadStart highlights collaboration.”
Abhijit Bhaduri
Talent Management & Brand Evangelist
Wipro
“Many years ago, W. Edwards Deming famously said, ‘Learning is not compulsory, neither is survival’.”
Annaswamy Vaidheesh
(Former MD):
GSK & J&J India
“HeadStart paves the perfect runway for a young professional’s career to take off. Packed with insights.”
Pramath Sinha
Founder & Trustee
Ashoka University
“HeadStart teaches resilience and action in ways that are practical and actionable. The book acts as a guide.”
Ahana Gautam
Founder and CEO
OpenSecret
“HeadStart emphasizes building strong relationships and communication as key career tools.”
Gurpreet Singh
Managing Director
Russel Reynolds
“Teamwork is when we all come together to make magic happen. HeadStart teaches how to contribute.”
Hariram Krishnan
Ex. M. Director
Galderma India
“Learning is not compulsory, neither is survival. HeadStart drives home the importance of continuous learning.”
Rajiv Jayaraman
Founder & CEO
Knolskape
“A career is built over many years, and HeadStart captures this perfectly. It emphasizes the long-term mindset.”
Krish Shankar
Formal Global Head,HR
Infosys
“If you want a head start early in your career, this book is a must. Vivek and Sunder share practical and actionable guidance.”
Bharat Puri
Managing Director
Pidilite Industries Ltd
“When we started our company, I dubbed myself the ‘Get Shit Done Officer.’ HeadStart perfectly captures that spirit of action.”
Varun Alagh
Co-Founder & CEO
Honasa Mamaearth
“When you’re deep in stress and submerged in work. HeadStart reminds you that career growth is a marathon, not a sprint.”
Santosh Menon
Chairman & CEO
FCBKL.LK
“Learning is a mindset and an attitude. HeadStart emphasizes curiosity, humility as essential career traits.”
Mohit Gundecha
CEO & Cofounder
Jombay
“Teamwork’s true value lies in communicating across diverse ecosystems. HeadStart highlights collaboration.”
Abhijit Bhaduri
Talent Management & Brand Evangelist
Wipro
“Many years ago, W. Edwards Deming famously said, ‘Learning is not compulsory, neither is survival’.”
Annaswamy Vaidheesh
(Former MD):
GSK & J&J India