Weekends are all about downtime. After a week full of work to meet deadlines, everybody needs some breather to relax and recuperate. From watching a favourite web series to planning a vacation, weekends are designated as family and me time. Sanjeev Kumar Gupta, CMD, Summercool Home Appliances Limited, talks to BrandWagon Online about his weekends, favourite vacation destination and more.
1. What is the one thing you like to do when not working?
Ans: When I am not working, I like to stay connected with people, especially with my dealers. Building and nurturing relationships is something I truly enjoy. Whenever I have free time, I make it a point to call the people around me and engage with them. For me, it’s not just about business; it’s about maintaining strong connections and fostering trust.
2. How do you spend your weekends?
Ans: On weekends, I dedicate my time to social work, especially at our family temple in Mahabaleshwar. Every Sunday, we start our day early, and we gather as a family and offer food and goods to 1,500-2,000 people at the temple. It’s a meaningful way for us to give back to society.
3. What are your favorite gadgets?
Ans: I’m not really a gadget person. Instead, I prefer to spend my free time outdoors like playing cricket with my children, friends, and loved ones. It’s a great way for me to unwind, stay active, and bond with my family. While technology has its place, I enjoy being outside, enjoying the fresh air, and creating memories. It’s my favourite way to relax and have fun.
4. Given an option to choose another career, what would it be?
Ans: If I had the option to choose another career, I would have become a doctor or joined the Indian army. I always wanted to serve my country, and joining the army was a dream of mine. Even today, I find ways to serve the nation by offering our company’s products to the Indian army. While I didn’t join the army, my desire to serve remains strong in everything I do.
5. Which is your favorite vacation spot?
Ans: My favorite vacation spot is Banaras. I have many fond memories of this place, especially from when we started in Purvanchal. I love to visit there twice or thrice a month and love watching the Ganga Aarti and taking a bath in the holy Ganga. Banaras holds a special place in my heart. However, Mumbai is another city I enjoy visiting, as it’s deeply connected to my journey.
6. A TV show, a movie, and an ad campaign you highly recommend watchingAns: I haven’t watched TV for a month or two, but I do spend some of my time on my phone, mostly on Facebook and YouTube. These days, I think most people spend more time on social media. Apart from that, a movie that I will highly recommend is Deshbhakti, as it helps raise awareness about our country and instills a sense of patriotism.