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On Dynamite News’ podcast The Candid Talk, corporate law expert, author, and founder-director of Sangeet Kedia Academy, Sangeet Kedia, spoke candidly about careers, skills, AI, internships, failure, and the mindset of today’s youth. In a conversation with Editor-in-Chief Manoj Tibrewal Aakash, he explained how the right direction, patience, and a habit of deep learning can transform an ordinary student into a successful corporate leader.
New Delhi: This episode of Dynamite News’ podcast, “The Candid Talk,” went beyond careers to explore the mindset that can truly shape a student’s life. In an exclusive conversation with Editor-in-Chief Manoj Tibrewal Aakash, Sangeet Kedia - an ICSI Fellow Member, corporate law expert, author, former Company Secretary, and Founder-Director of Sangeet Kedia Academy - spoke candidly about his journey, challenges, decisions, and the realities faced by today’s youth. He shared how an ordinary student can achieve exceptional success with the right guidance, consistent effort, and a focused mindset, while emphasizing that in today’s competitive world, merely completing a course is not enough - deep conceptual understanding is essential.
In an exclusive conversation with Manoj Tibrewal Aakash, Sangeet Kedia revealed that he had completed a B.Sc. in Maths Honours from Hansraj College. After completing his studies, he wasn't sure what to do next. Many people were advising him to take the UPSC exam, but he wasn't particularly interested. During this time, he spoke with some seniors, who advised him to pursue a company secretary course. Sangeet Kedia saw this as a promising profession and pursued it. He also completed his LLB, which laid the foundation for his corporate law career. He later wrote important books for CS Executive, Professional, and CA Inter, and established himself as a visiting faculty at institutions like ICLS, the Indian Law Institute, and the NIRC of ICSI.
Sangeet Kedia explained that after completing his studies, he began working as a company secretary in a company. After about a year and a half, he realized that this path wasn't for him. At that time, some people told him that he explained any subject very well, so he should definitely try education. Subsequently, he entered the world of teaching and began teaching at various coaching institutes. Later, in 2007, he founded Sangeet Kedia Academy. He clearly stated that education is closest to his heart and is his true identity. He also admitted that leaving his job and starting his own business was not an easy decision, as he was living in a rented house in Delhi at the time and had just got married. Despite this, he followed his heart, and that decision became the biggest reason for his success.
Speaking on the era of AI, Sangeet Kedia expressed a very balanced opinion. He said that AI is a reality today and everyone will have to use it. This cannot be denied. However, he also warned that excessive and misused AI can be extremely dangerous. He cited an example of some lawyers drafting petitions with AI and presenting them in court, which is a wrong approach. He said that AI should be used as a supporting tool and not completely dependent on it. He specifically addressed this issue for both students and coaching institutes. According to him, the proper use of technology is beneficial, but sacrificing one's ability to think and understand would be the biggest mistake.
During the conversation, Sangeet Kedia also explained the difference between a successful and an average student in simple terms. He said that an average student studies only to pass, while a successful student strives to understand everything deeply. Students who study only to pass exams are less likely to use their knowledge later. Those who study with understanding reap significant benefits later.
Speaking about internships, he emphasized that they are not mere formalities but powerful launchpads for a successful career. However, he pointed out that many students treat them as rituals, ultimately paying the price later. For students from smaller towns, he noted that pursuing CS can be a game-changer, but gaining exposure in big cities is equally important for broader growth. Addressing the biggest concern among today’s youth, he highlighted the excessive influence of social media and a lack of patience as major drawbacks. His clear message was to avoid making career decisions based on others’ opinions and instead focus on understanding industry demand, opportunities, and long-term potential.
