The Inspiring Journey of a Hero: Learnings from the Life of O.P. MunjalO.P. Munjal started Hero Cycles in 1956, fuelled by meagre resources and an insatiable ambition. His vision was to create an inexpensive and effective mode of transportation for a post-Independence nation on the move. The rest, as they say, is history: Hero Cycles went on to become the world’s largest bicycle manufacturer. This book chronicles the life of O.P. Munjal through anecdotes from his professional and personal life. He proved that a people-focused management style could be superior to the process-driven systems of the West. The book is a result of extensive conversations with O.P. Munjal, Hero employees, dealers, and family members. Join bestselling author Priya Kumar as she takes you on a roller-coaster ride seen through the lens of a visionary with the soul of a poet. |
Contents
Challenges are Meant to Be Overcome | |
When Life Beats You Down Stand | |
A Search for New Frontiers | |
Opportunities are Meant to Be Taken | |
Discipline is a Dreamers Weapon | |
The Two Washbasins of House No 26 | |
Equality Leads to Unity | |
Epitome of Humility | |
Expansion is the Answer to a Secure Future | |
Compete with Your Past Not People | |
Safeguard the Dreams of People Who Work with | |
Never Fail the Customer | |
JustinTime | |
The Ritual of Rewards | |
Never Step Down to Fit into the Crowd | |
People are the Real Wealth | |
Take Your People with | |
The NoNonsense Taskmaster | |
Never Fail Your Team and Supporters | |
His Word is Enough | |
Create Leaders and Allow Them to Find Their Own | |
Every Day Holds the Promise of New and Better Opportunities | |
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