What was the kind of preparation and clarity you went ahead with at the apprentice?
I was 100% focused on the task and nothing else. And I think I've always had that motto in life, whether it was for exams, whether it was in my career or in my business, I really try not to let any other noise affect my focus on my logic. And I always try and make logical decisions as opposed to how I feel about something. So I think with the apprentice, I had a very sort of strong winning mindset. And my mindset was, that if we won every task, we would not have to worry about competing in the boardroom because we've already won. So I think that winning mentality definitely helped me.
Where do I think tests didn't make an error or go wrong in that approach?
There's a lot of pressure. And often they can worry too much about their input or, you know, saying the wrong thing that might get brought up in the boardroom. But actually, if you just invest yourself 100% Focus on the job at hand rather than any boardroom politics, then at least you're making a contribution. Don't take a backseat.
How significant is your win for the Sikh community? And what does it mean to you?
I am so so happy to represent the Sikh community and the general Asian and Punjabi community and the female Asian community. I hope that I have come across as professional, strong, and fearless because that's how I believe we should all be in regards to our goals and achieving the best version of ourselves. I'm just really happy that I can be a positive role model in our community. And I'll keep doing my best to inspire others to do the same.
What kind of attitude must remain in business keep in order to reach leadership positions?
I don't think there's a one fits all attitude or personality type. We're all different. My style wouldn't fit anyone else if that's not their sort of true nature. But I definitely think one thing is always to be fearless. There's nothing to be afraid of. If you've got an opinion, be professional, have to channel it in the right way. But don't hold back. Just invest yourself 100% And just keep going for it and be honest and true about what you want. If you don't have a clear goal or voice or direction, then you're not going to end up anywhere and you'll just keep floating along
What would your advice be to more girls from ethnic minority roots to become like you?
My advice to girls from ethnic minority roots to become like me, well, I think everyone is unique. And definitely, people should become the best version of themselves and not compare themselves to anyone else. Just be you 100% but also follow your dreams. Don't worry about what you think society may think or what people may say. You don't need to worry about your gender, whether you're female, you can achieve anything that you want to if you're a good person, you've got the right morals and you've got goals, you go out and get them and don't let anybody get in your way or tell you any different because if you don't, you'll be living a life that isn't true to yourself or authentic and that kind of niggle, never goes away. So just live life to the max. It's too short. Look after yourself, look after your family, but go and smash your goals.
I wish a very Happy Vaisakhi to all the readers of Asian Voice. I'll be celebrating with my family. I hope everybody and their families have an amazing Vaisakhi 2022 and let's all have an amazing prosperous new year.
