On my very first day at EMPI, I was both scared and excited to begin a new journey. There was a strange feeling inside me, I kept wondering what this journey would be like. Being an introvert, I took a little time to open up on the first day. I focused on observing, meeting my batchmates, interacting with faculty, and taking part in activities as they unfolded.

Gradually, I became more comfortable and started connecting with people. The warm and welcoming attitude of the faculty made this transition smooth and helped create a friendly and supportive environment from the very beginning.

At the same time, my mind was full of thoughts about the opportunities I would have, what I would learn, and how the seniors would guide us. Post-graduation is very different from graduation, and my expectations were quite high. I was nervous and excited because deep inside, I knew I had come here to build my career. I also knew I had to work on myself, improve, and discover my strengths quickly, as time passes very quickly.

Now that my first semester is over, I can truly say that I have created many beautiful memories. In these six months, I have learned so much about myself. I achieved things I never expected and received opportunities that I am genuinely grateful for. Today, I have friends, supportive faculty members, and helpful seniors who make me feel comfortable and confident. EMPI has given me the comfort zone I was looking for, and for that, I am truly Thankful.

Along with academics, I actively participated in many activities and group projects. At the beginning, I participated in several events, even though I did not win. At one point, this felt a little discouraging, but I did not give up. A turning point came in September during a Startup Challenge, where my group and I presented an idea called “Floral Fusion.” It is a sustainable fashion initiative that

transforms flower waste into beauty. At Floral Fusion, we design sarees in two unique ways: by hand-drawing floral designs in natural colors and by recycling flower waste from temples and events to extract natural dyes for saree printing.

Winning this challenge gave me a big confidence boost

After that, I won the Ad Mad Show with my Lakshmi Mittal team, where we represented the “Shutterly” camera brand. The concept was to show how the camera makes everyone feel like a celebrity, using humour and acting, and my love for Bollywood really helped me perform well. Although all teams were given very little time to prepare, our success came from strong teamwork, dedication and the guidance of our supportive seniors.

We not only enjoyed the entire process but also built a close bond with each other through this experience. I also received the Best Speaker award at Executive Eloquence, which further strengthened my confidence. Later, I was honoured with the title of Miss Fresher, where I showcased my skills in ramp walk, dance, and overall personality. It was one of the happiest moments of my college life, and I still remember how proud and joyful I felt that day.

 

Whether it was these achievements or classroom projects such as singing a French song or preparing financial statement presentations, every experience helped me learn, grow, and discover new strengths.

I would also like to mention the challenges that came with this journey. Being a day scholar, travelling nearly an hour and a half every day, and managing the Hauz Khas crowd has been a learning experience. These small challenges gave me a deeper understanding of life. Every day, I see people working hard, facing difficulties, yet never giving up, and that itself is very inspiring. It reminds me that to achieve something meaningful, one must be willing to make sacrifices and stay committed.

Overall, my journey at EMPI Business School has given me valuable life lessons. It has helped me grow, understand myself better, and shape the person I am becoming. I am truly grateful for this experience and thankful to EMPI for being an important part of my growth journey.

Megha Gupta 

Batch 2025-27