Entrepreneur Harshavardhan Neotia has revealed that if he had not pursued a career in business, he would have happily chosen to become a teacher or educator.
My children will complain, but at heart I am a teacher,” Harshavardhan Neotia said. “Currently, he has had only two students,” Parthiv said, prompting his father to respond, “I hope they turn out well. And they said, ‘Dad, again? I said, ‘Haan, again,’” he said. The candid exchange offered a lesser-known glimpse of the entrepreneur beyond the boardroom, revealing the teacher and mentor in him — a role he says he would have gladly embraced.
Speaking on Perspectiv with Parthiv , hosted by his son Parthiv Neotia, the entrepreneur offered a glimpse into his long-standing interest in education and his passion for mentoring young people. “Education was something that I’d always wanted to be in. “If there’s one other profession that I would happily give up what I do to do, it would be to teach people, young people particularly. The conversation then took a lighter turn when Parthiv Neotia jokingly pointed out that his father had only had two students so far — his children. Harshavardhan Neotia also recalled how his instinct to teach often extended to life at home. “Nowadays they don’t listen so much, but there was a period of time when I would summon them and say, ‘Baitho aur suno. Looking for trusted parenting advice? Follow TOI Parenting Circle on Instagram for expert guidance, relatable stories, and practical tips delivered every day.