Would you choose passion over comfort?

She left a stable career at Infosys…
to build something of her own — and rediscover herself in the process.

52 min listen Entrepreneurs & Women Released Jan 2025

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About This Episode

What does it really take to walk away from a stable corporate career and follow your passion?

In this episode, we sit down with Ruchi Poddar, who transitioned from working with companies like Infosys to building her own business after motherhood.

This is not just a story about entrepreneurship — it’s about identity, courage, and starting again.

She opens up about:

Leaving comfort behind
Facing self-doubt
Rebuilding herself from within

What You'll Take Away

Why passion often feels harder than a stable job
The emotional side of career transitions
How motherhood can reshape your identity
A practical mindset shift for big life decisions
Why gratitude is a real growth tool (not just a buzzword)

⏱ Timestamps

01:02 —
From Software Engineer to Entrepreneur
Ruchi’s transition from a corporate career to starting her own healthy fruit cake business.
02:15 —
Corporate Career Journey
Working with major companies like Infosys, HCL, and Etisalat before exploring entrepreneurship.
03:00 —
Why Healthy Fruit Cakes?
The personal health journey, gut health awareness, and Ayurveda inspiration behind the idea.
04:39 —
The Birth of Melon Me 🍉
How the brand Melon Me was created and the vision behind the business.
06:36 —
Corporate Job vs Following Passion
The emotional difference between a stable job and building something of your own.
08:52 —
Reality of Entrepreneurship in Dubai
The 24/7 commitment, financial challenges, and customer service required to run a startup.
12:12 —
Motherhood & Career Pause
Ruchi shares her experience transitioning from a working professional to a full-time mother.
15:21 —
Work-Life Balance Challenges
Managing real estate work, family responsibilities, and the decision to change direction.
17:25 —
What Makes These Cakes Unique?
100% fruit cakes that are vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and healthy.
22:11 —
Behind the Scenes: Cake Creation
Why each fruit cake takes 2–3 hours of manual preparation and special delivery logistics.
26:03 —
Growing the Business
How nurseries, schools, and corporate offices became key markets for Melon Me.
32:37 —
Personal Growth & Mindset Shift
How meditation, healing, and self-development helped Ruchi find clarity and purpose.
38:01 —
Final Message to Women Entrepreneurs
Encouragement for women to follow their passion and build inner strength.