Sowmya Iyer a Single & Fiercely Independent Career woman
How would you describe yourself in 10 words?
I am 49 years of age,Single & a fiercely independent career woman.I run my own business Clarity Communication, a PR agency.I am honest & straight forward and care to speak my mind.
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Childhood k Kuch yadeein which you would like to share with us?
My most cherished childhood memory is the time I spent with my uncle who used to visit us in Delhi. He was working with NASA in USA and highly accomplished. Together we used to eat corn & watch movies. His humor would make me laugh all the time.
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How was your family and their support for you?
Like in every Indian home, there was immense parental pressure to get married. I decided to step out of this cycle when I decided not anymore. Ever since there has been the support of my mother & younger sister. My mother was my big supporter in making sure I did my best in my academics.
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Tell us something about your Personal life & Relationships?
In the traditional "groom sees the bride" drill I have gone through several rejections & insults by men who thought I wasn't suitable to be their wife because of my appearance. if not for my naysayers, I wouldn't be here conquering the world! I am single and happy!
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Sowmya Iyer, What is your entrepreneurial journey? Give us a brief about your education, awards & recognition's you were honoured with?
After my post-graduation in Political Science & Marketing Management, I was unclear about my goals. But in the year 2000, the PR Industry opened avenues for me. There was no looking back after & I learnt the skills of communication, content writing & media relations. During my work experience, I did face lot of criticism from my bosses, ex-colleagues & teams. I think my positivity, understanding myself, working on the strength & weakness has made me evolve as a better human being & successful entrepreneur.
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Tell us how life has treated you?
My life has been one hell of an exciting ride.
What are your future plans or any wish you want to complete?
I want to catapult Clarity Communication into a Brand to reckon.
What is your favorite vacation and movies?
Chopta at the time of Uttarakhand floods. My favourite movie is 'Little women.'
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Sowmya Iyer, What advice or a message you would say to all youth of your country?
There are no shortcuts to success. Work hard and think smart. As a woman especially In Indian environment it is not easy to lead one's own life & business. People have preconceived notions & act according to them. But I do not care about other opinions but single highhandedly focus on what I think. Some of your friends who helped you throughout. Few friends have helped me in every stage of life and I know they always will.
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