Ideas that challenge, stories that inspire, and knowledge that equips — the written and spoken work of CA Sekhar Vijayabattu reaches beyond the classroom and the boardroom.
A Journey from Struggle to Strength
by Sekhar Vijayabattu
This book is written for every entrepreneur who started with nothing but a dream — who faced rejection, scarcity, and self-doubt, and chose to move forward anyway. The Ground-Up Entrepreneur is not a theoretical framework or a business school case study. It is a raw, honest, and deeply practical account of what it takes to build something meaningful from the ground up.
Drawing on over a decade of professional practice, interactions with hundreds of business owners across Andhra Pradesh, and the author's own journey as a CA and community builder, the book distills the real lessons of entrepreneurship — the ones that don't make it into keynote speeches but define whether a business survives or thrives.
The book was officially launched by Hon. AP Minister T.G. Bharath Garu — a recognition of its potential to inspire and equip the next generation of entrepreneurs across Andhra Pradesh and beyond.
Authorship extends beyond books. As a speaker, guest faculty, and trainer, Sekhar brings financial literacy and entrepreneurial thinking to classrooms, boardrooms, and community halls.
Serves as guest faculty at the Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing (IIITDM), Kurnool — bringing real-world professional experience into the academic environment. Sessions cover entrepreneurship, financial management, and the practical dimensions of running a business responsibly in India's regulatory landscape.
Conducts specialised training programmes for bank officers on MSME lending, project appraisal, credit risk assessment, and financial restructuring. Bridging the gap between banking professionals and the ground realities of small business finance — enabling better lending decisions that support the real economy.
Conducts awareness workshops for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise owners on topics including GST compliance, business registration, access to government schemes, and financial governance. Helping small businesses move from informal to formal — from fragile to financially resilient.
A sought-after voice at professional conferences, industry summits, and community events. Speaks on leadership, governance, the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code, anti-money laundering frameworks, and the future of the CA profession. Combines depth of knowledge with the clarity and warmth of a seasoned communicator.
Short-form writing that captures ideas at the intersection of finance, leadership, entrepreneurship, and governance. Practical, honest, and grounded in real experience.
Access to credit is not the problem for most small businesses — access to creditworthiness is. This piece examines the common financial mistakes that prevent MSMEs from qualifying for institutional finance, and the practical steps owners can take to fix them.
Read in CommunityServing as Chairman of a professional body is not a recognition — it is a responsibility. Reflecting on what the role actually requires: sacrifice, visibility, accountability, and the constant discipline of putting the collective before the self.
Read in CommunityFirst-generation entrepreneurs often have the vision but lack the structural foundation. This practical guide walks through legal registration, financial systems, tax compliance, and the mindset shifts required to build a business that lasts beyond its founding enthusiasm.
Read in CommunityIn an era of regulatory complexity, many businesses treat governance as a checkbox. This piece argues for a fundamentally different view: that governance, when internalised as a value rather than a constraint, becomes a genuine competitive advantage and a protection against reputational risk.
Read in CommunityA Telugu literary work authored by CA Sekhar Vijayabattu — Matala Satakam is a collection of 100 verses that reflect his thoughts on life, purpose, and human values. This work reflects his multidimensional personality — a professional who thinks in numbers during the day and in poetry at heart. More titles exploring financial restructuring, leadership, and the CA profession are also in the pipeline.
Join the Community for UpdatesIf you are organising a seminar, college event, corporate training, or community session and want a speaker who combines professional depth with genuine warmth — reach out. Sekhar speaks on entrepreneurship, MSME finance, CA profession, leadership, governance, and more.
