Let me begin with a confession. Before meeting MG Sir, I firmly believed that no one could impress me with their life principles. I was convinced that my own philosophies on living were supreme and irreplaceable. However, that belief was challenged in February 2016 when I attended my first session of the 20th TGOB with MG Sir. Skeptical and ready to find flaws in his words, I was waiting for an opportunity to prove myself right. But alas! Not only in that first session but in every subsequent session, I found no reason to doubt him. Instead, I found myself drawn in, session after session.

By the time TGOB ended, I had become an ardent fan of MG Sir.

Like every Chrysalian, I must have heard him speak hundreds of times, yet his words never feel repetitive or stale. I am constantly amazed by his unwavering passion for sharing knowledge, regardless of the size of the audience—whether 10, 100, or even 1,000+. His energy never falters; he speaks with the same enthusiasm every single time.

One of his most admirable qualities is his relentless determination. A perfect example is the Kilimanjaro expedition. He encouraged the Chrysalis fraternity to join him on this journey. While we all initially agreed, almost everyone—including myself—ultimately backed out. Yet, that did not deter him. He, along with Rachna Ma’am and the Borade brothers, went ahead and conquered it.

Another unforgettable moment was how he handled a chaotic situation during our return from the My Life program. With 27 of us at risk of missing our train from Kathgodam to Delhi, he remained remarkably calm, ensuring that every one of us made it just in time. His composure and leadership in that moment were nothing short of inspiring.

Out of all his powerful speeches, two stand out in my memory. The first was on Koh Tao Island, a day before the Guinness World Record attempt. I have never witnessed a speech so fiery, yet so affirming. While many factors contributed to achieving the record, I firmly believe his words played a significant role in our success. The second was at my own book publishing ceremony—a speech filled with warmth, pride, wit, and humor. It was a moment I will always cherish.

MG Sir’s wisdom has transformed my mindset—not only in business but in my personal life as well. On his birthday, I wish him good health and a long, fulfilling life. More importantly, I assure him that I will do everything in my power to contribute to his vision of creating growth-hungry entrepreneurs.

©️ Rajesh Mandlik