The Mindset That Builds Ethical Empires | Ashutosh Garg | The Literature Lounge

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About This Podcast

Is there really a “right age” to start something meaningful? How do ancient concepts of Dharma guide modern business ethics?
In this inspiring episode of TLL, we sit down with Ashutosh, a pioneer who transformed India’s pharmaceutical retail landscape. Defying those who said he was “too late in life,” Ashutosh shares his remarkable journey from starting with just 100 rupees in the 1980s to revolutionizing how medicines reach people.

He opens up about why age is no barrier to innovation, the personal nature of ethics in business, and how the timeless wisdom of Dharma remains deeply relevant in today’s corporate world.

Key Takeaways:

How he built a retail pharmacy empire despite starting "late"
The revolutionary idea that changed medicine access in India
Why he disagrees that "if you're young, you won't know"
The role of Dharma in modern business ethics
Why we tend to become judgmental and how to overcome it
The importance of community in entrepreneurship

Episode Timeline

00:00

: Introduction

02:53

: Building Guardian Pharmacy Amidst Challenges and Opportunities

07:25

: Writing Journey and Legacy Building

10:58

: 7 Chakras of Management Applying Ancient Indian Scriptures to Modern Business Practices

16:53

: Inspiration to Reconnect with Scriptures

21:31

: Ancient Teachings and Modern Ethical Dilemmas

24:11

: Understanding Ethics Through Indian Scriptures

28:50

: Strategies for Balancing the Seven Chakras in Business

32:11

: Addressing Human Challenges Faced by CEOs in India

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