Make it Big’ has fifteen achievers and influencers candidly sharing their life journeys that are inspirational and motivational. They are achievers from varied fields. For them, their work is their passion, an expression of their creativity, and a source of joy. They have transformed their dreams into reality through perseverance and commitment. And their hallmark is their pursuit of excellence.

These inspirational and motivational stories are penned by the achievers and influencers themselves. And these stories will take you on their fascinating and amazing journeys in the fields of lepidoptery, organic farming, nature science, travel, adventure, architecture, gastronomy, performing arts, visual arts, economics, teaching, fashion, parenting and social work. There are stories that reveal how entrepreneurs, innovators and social-preneurs have become achievers and influencers. And there are stories that point to how sustainability is a significant goal for us to pursue today. The stories all show that the paths and journeys of the achievers and influencers are as incredible as their achievements and influence are awesome.

The stories may inspire and motivate you in choosing a career, opting for a profession, following a vocation or going with your calling. And you could very well be on your way to becoming an achiever and influencer yourself.

N Kalyani is a Delhi-based writer. She writes on nature, environment and wildlife. She has written for various national publications: newspapers, magazines and journals. Her stories have also been included in anthologies. Besides print media, she has also done programs on radio.

She pens poetry, and a collection of her poems has been published as a book titled Mysteries & Musings (2011). She is also an amateur photographer. Her photographs and poems have also been part of international events featuring art and literature. She is also an avid philatelist, and her environment and wildlife philatelic exhibits have been displayed at philatelic exhibitions.