The Times of India

One ran a caf after MSc. Another struggled with family finances. How practical business skills helped both build high-paying careers

Abhishek Nimawat and Abdul Afreed followed different paths but achieved career success by focusing on practical industry skills. After a failed caf venture, Abhishek shifted from biotechnology to business and now works at Nestl. Abdul, driven by financial responsibilities, chose skill-based marketing training and built a career at Razorpay. Their journeys highlight that setbacks need not define the future and that adaptability, hands-on learning and persistence can unlock meaningful professional opportunities.