Moneeka Sawyer Moneeka Sawyer: A Paradigmatic Woman Entrepreneur Known for Her Undaunted Attitude…   With women choosing different entrepreneurships as their career pursuits, the motive is usually very different from that of their counterparts. Most of the time, women enter the business landscape to add a new perspective to any business community by facilitating more women’s empowerment and equality in a particular industry. Though patriarchal dominance exists across the majority of industries, the daring ‘Sheprenuers’ are shoving the needle in every possible field to prove their power and visionary approach to creating a difference. One such challenging industry is real estate investing which is heavily dominated by men. But, a handful of women entrepreneurs have plunged into the space with their audacious attitude to add significant value and crucial changes to the real estate industry. And this narrative is of such a bold businesswoman, Moneeka Sawyer, who is a highly-acclaimed radio show and podcast host at BlissfulInvestor.com. Let’s unveil her success story based on the conversation held with her. Here are some excerpts of the cherishable chat we had with her.   Pre-Destined for Real Estate   Before Moneeka was even born, her adventure with real estate was already destined. After being married in India, her parents made the decision to leave their country and go to the United States in order to follow their higher calling and create a new life. They barely had $200 in their pockets, but they had heard that purchasing real estate was the path to fortune in the United States. In a few years, Moneeka was born, filling her parents with love, happiness, and optimism. After she was born, they were determined to make real estate investments in order to provide her with the finest possible quality of life.   Through Moneeka’s early years, her parents began to save their nickels and dimes which led to purchasing their first home. But, they still needed to save enough so they could invest, even though her mom, a doctor, desired to have comfort and convenience in their lovely new home. For their windows and sofa, she stitched the drapes and cushions on her own. They exerted every effort to provide a comfortable living for their new family as well as create future plans. They were able to purchase their first rental home when Moneeka was three and were elated to embark on this thrilling adventure.   After fifteen years, they were able to use the proceeds from real estate to pay for Moneeka’s college tuition. The same thing was done for her two sisters, and their real estate investments kept providing their way to a better lifestyle.   Though life was running at a perfect pace, Moneeka had an epiphany in which she quotes, “When I was a young child, I observed my parents’ real estate investing and saw the wonderful benefits it brought to our family. But I could also see how stressed out my Dad was as a result. He dealt with all the issues that landlords complain about. They occasionally struggled to make mortgage payments due to late rents. They often dealt with broken leases, toilets, and late-night phone calls. I could see that real estate required a lot of dedication to be truly successful, and I didn’t want to spend that much time on something that would drain the life out of me as it had for my dad. So, I decided very young that it wasn’t for me and told my dad as much.   Fast forward a few years, there was a recession when I graduated from college, and I struggled mightily to find a job. I was under a lot of stress and it paid very little when I finally got one. When I was talking to my dad about my anxieties one evening over the kitchen table, he said something to me that forever changed my life. He said “Moneeka, everyone has stress, everyone has fear, and everyone has money problems. Do you want poor-people money problems, or do you want rich-people money problems?” She was completely silenced, and she pondered this statement a lot.   Her dad’s words of wisdom gave her the realization that if she was going to face money problems, she’d rather have rich-people money problems! Hence, she decided to invest in real estate investments from that day. Getting there, however, was not a cakewalk. Her father was not able to help her financially as her two sisters were in college and the family budget was tight. Therefore, she decided to save on her small income only. Then when she got married two years later, the couple asked for money towards their down payment as a wedding gift from everyone. They got enough to put 5% down on a very humble home, so they bought it. Moneeka and her husband still couldn’t afford the mortgage so they got a roommate. The newlywed couple was focused on making their way in the real estate world and Moneeka’s vision for the future became clearer to her day by day. And the rest is history!   The Stirring Ideology   Moneeka happened to realize her potential at quite a young age. Yes, she was bullied and humiliated frequently due to racism in her hometown, which pushed her towards depression. Gradually, her zeal to seek her ultimate joy and well-being propelled her to start questioning life from different angles. And all of this began at the young age of 6! She started her journey to find her happiness.   Later in life, she replaced the term happiness with the term bliss as she realized that happiness is a temporary emotional state that depends on outer circumstances. Contrary to this, she found bliss to be a state that is much deeper. It’s a deep sense of joy and contentment and emotional resilience. And no matter what occurs in your life, you can rely on that bliss as your emotional support system.   “This is such a core value

Karan Yaramada Karan Yaramada: Driven by Integrity; Inspiring Leaders Globally Empathy, vision, passion, integrity, and courage are at this story’s core. This publication testifies how these values make any leader stand out. By embodying these qualities above, a leader can inspire his team members to reach their full potential and achieve great things together. One such exemplary leader is Karan Yaramada, who has empowered his organization- Jade Global, with his insightful approach to scaling the ladder of success. This article delves into the length and breadth of his extraordinary venture and spectacular leadership style. Today, each employee follows the solid values, beliefs, and customer-centricity approach laid down by Karan. Let’s get going; what is there to explore and learn? The Company Summary Karan established Jade Global in 2003 with the fundamental goal of delivering exceptional IT services to businesses. Being a Harvard Business School alumnus, he implemented a culture of utilizing advanced technologies to address intricate business problems, which has now become a fundamental principle of Jade Global. Innovation is ingrained in the company’s DNA. Karan’s leadership has propelled the organization to substantial growth, earning a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States for twelve consecutive years. The company’s unwavering commitment to fostering a culture of learning, development, and innovation, prioritizing people, is a testament to its thought leadership. This approach has been instrumental in cultivating strong leaders and building high-performing teams within the organization. Karan believes in empowering employees to unleash their full potential and inspiring them to achieve extraordinary things. While working at KPMG, Tata Consultancy Services, Johnson and Johnson, and General Electric, he leveraged emerging technologies to drive significant growth for these companies. At the company’s core lies innovation, with teams continuously exploring means to automate monotonous and routine business operations that enable customers to concentrate on their primary strengths and business expansion. Jade is in a solid position to support customers in embracing automation. Besides understanding the technology, their expertise in business processes and domain positions them to aid customers in mapping out and implementing their automation journey while upholding a robust technology foundation to ensure uninterrupted daily operations. Values Driving The Operations At Jade Global The organization’s strength lies in the diversity of its people, appreciating their unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. The differences are valued and embraced, recognizing their role in creating a stronger, more inclusive, and supportive team. Jade values employee satisfaction and growth and provides continuous learning and development throughout each employee’s career at Jade. Providing exceptional service and exceeding customer expectations is a top priority, with a focus on building positive, enduring relationships with clients. The organization takes pride in its accomplishments, knowing they stem from dedication, hard work, and teamwork. Successes are celebrated, and failures are viewed as opportunities to improve and develop. As responsible employers, the organization acknowledges its responsibility to impact society positively. It goes beyond the pursuit of profit by giving back to the community, reducing its environmental impact, and cultivating a workplace that promotes diversity, equality, and inclusion. A few of the additive values that could be frequently seen airing in the company are: Uphold the highest ethical standards, maintaining integrity, transparency, and professionalism in all our interactions, valuing creativity and encouraging new ideas, seeking better solutions, staying relevant in a constantly evolving market, etc. Emphasizing the value proposition ensured by his company to the end client, Karan states, “We believe in the power of lifelong learning and personal development and strive to improve ourselves daily, seeking new challenges, opportunities, and experiences that help us grow as individuals and professionals. Our mantra is to be focused on the power of teamwork and collaboration. We support and encourage each other, working together to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their goals. We believe honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior are essential to building trust and fostering long-lasting relationships.” The USPs Karan’s brainchild has left an indelible mark on the industry by offering something unique that cannot be copied. Jade Global’s competitive advantage lies in its focus on innovation, technology, customer satisfaction, responsible employment practices, and ethical standards. The company’s ability to use cutting-edge technologies to help clients overcome their most significant business challenges distinguishes it from its competitors. Jade Global’s commitment to providing exceptional customer experiences and promoting responsible employment practices helps establish positive, enduring relationships with clients and employees. Finally, the company’s emphasis on ethical standards sets it apart from competitors that adhere to different values or professional standards. The Top-notch Portfolio The company began as an Oracle consultancy firm with a vision to provide comprehensive 360-degree services. By staying committed to customer-centricity and values, Jade Global’s revenue grew to over $100 million today. In 2003, Jade started with a single Oracle customer, and then in 2005, they expanded to 50+ employees and formed the Salesforce Alliance and Microsoft Gold Partnerships. Snowflake Managed Services was crucial in driving steady growth from 2005 to 2010. In 2015, Jade launched its AWS Practice and established a Global Delivery Centre in Hyderabad. As part of Jade’s fabric of services and partner offerings, they introduced Xenon and Kanverse AI (Artificial Intelligence) in October 2020. The workforce grew steadily from 450+ employees in 2015 to 1100+ in 2020, and it continues to grow in 2023 to over 2000 team members. The key to Jade’s success is its ability to develop innovative technologies while nurturing relationships with top technology alliance partners. Our clients look to us as trusted advisors to help them make the right technology decisions. Jade continuously evaluates and looks to achieve higher designations with the best-of-breed providers in business applications, technology platforms, and solutions. Our strategic partnerships with leading companies like SAP, Boomi, ServiceNow, Mulesoft, and many more global alliances to ensure access to innovative solutions, frameworks, and methodologies. Overcoming The Challenges When the subprime crisis hit US- market, the company faced financial challenges that posed a difficult situation. Rather than opting for layoffs, employees were asked to take pay