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  • How a Group of Ordinary Men Created an Extraordinary Company
  • Written by: Narotam Sekhsaria
  • Narrated by: Adwait Karambelkar
  • Length: 13 hrs and 59 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (74 ratings)

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The Ambuja Story

Written by: Narotam Sekhsaria
Narrated by: Adwait Karambelkar
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'I had never seen a cement plant in my life. I had no idea about limestone deposits or the cement industry in Gujarat. And I had never negotiated an industrial agreement. Yet, in the next few weeks, I would need to be ready for a substantive meeting with Gujarat government officials.'

The year was 1983. A cotton trader, still in his early thirties, began to dream big. His aspiration was to become an 'industrialist'. The venture he was about to embark on was uncharted territory for him. He knew nothing about cement, limestone or anything remotely associated with it.

In the era of Licence Raj, where everything from production to consumption was controlled by the government, Narotam Sekhsaria saw the huge potential in cement and its role in a growing nation. Trusting his instinct, he started Ambuja Cement and went on to create one of the most successful cement companies in the world.

Told by the man himself, The Ambuja Story is a tale of grit, determination, honesty and integrity. For a cement company, it's a unique case study that broke many stereotypes, such as cement production can't be an environmental friendly activity, good cement can't be cheaper and it's difficult to market a product as boring as cement.

Narotam Sekhsaria's vision for Ambuja wasn't just limited to financial success; he undertook community development around all Ambuja plants to a whole new level. Ambuja's work in women empowerment, skill development, health and education created new benchmarks for the industry long before corporate social responsibility became mandatory in India.

The Ambuja Story provides a new perspective on business and life, inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs to scale greater heights.

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©2021 Narotam Sekhsaria (P)2022 HarperCollins Publishers

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Wonderful Book about Rising Giant Cement Company

The Book written by Mr Narotam Sekhsaria is really amazing. It has good insights. The Story telling is really wonderful. Worth to read.

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What a journey!!!!

One of the best books that i have read so far. Kudos to The way it was narrated,

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Truly Praiseworthy Career of Mr. Sekhsaria

Found this book by chance, and I am thankful to God. An excellent true story of what a person with grit, character, ambition, confidence, and a team could achieve in life. Every college going student should read this. For that matter, every Indian should read this. Every entrepreneur will find it motivating. I am a senior citizen, and I have found it unputdownable. Thank you sir for sharing your journey with the world. God bless you.

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incredible journey to witness

I'm so charged and extremely proud to hear ambuja story how it started and grown one best cement company in India. There is immense key takeaways from this audiobook to learn and imbibe in one life. life is like river with twist and turn, you can't change the course of river, but you could learn how to steer in it to reach your destination, goals of life. Be positive through lows of life, and be detached to outcomes as nothing ever last forever.

Narottam best decision to hand over company to best hand and his decision with truest, best interest of his employees shows how normal human can be transformed to great man.

I love every chapter of this book. thanks to Narottam near and dear who help to get this book documented and make it a reality for readers like me.

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great book to listen

loved it great things to learn. sticking to values brings success. great book to listen

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Great insights

Great insights on being an entrepreneur when India was opening up & how inspiring and trusting people gets the best out of them. Excellent read

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A very solid and well detailed biography

As someone fascinated by entrepreneurship and business strategy, I found this book to be a treasure trove of insights. The author skillfully explains complex concepts in a way that's easy to understand, making it accessible to both industry professionals and those new to the subject. It was refreshing to read about the company's emphasis on sustainability and quality, showcasing their commitment to making a positive impact.

What sets "The Ambuja Story" apart is its ability to bring the human element to the forefront. Through personal anecdotes and interviews, the author effectively portrays the passion and unwavering dedication that drove Ambuja Cement's success. It's a testament to the power of teamwork, integrity, and inclusive leadership, reminding us that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things.

Regardless of your background, whether you're in the construction industry or not, this book is a must-read. It not only provides valuable lessons in entrepreneurship but also offers a valuable perspective on building a successful and socially responsible organization. "The Ambuja Story" has truly left an indelible mark on me, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking inspiration and a deeper understanding of business success.

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An Awesome Corporate Autobiography

this was one of the finest corporate autobiographies I have read... honestly I didn't knew anything about Ambuja Cements before listening this book and randomly selected it for reading but now since when I finished it, I not only know everything about Ambuja Story, I intend to follow it as well...

The book is nicely written explaining all the major events of Ambuja Story... never got bored while listening and finished it in one go... Full credit to Sir Narrotam Sekhsaria and a great thanks as well...

Even Narration was excellent ... despite being an corporate autobiography full of details, it was very engaging and loved listening it

Thanks Audible for bringing this in Audio Verson

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Marquess Leader

Throughly enjoyed it, felt as if I was part of the journey. Beautiful storytelling skills to keep one engaged.

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One of the must reads/listens

Fortunate to have gone through the book and could reassure myself that simple is awesome

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