In a time when many young professionals are questioning the stability of traditional 9-to-5 jobs, stories of individuals finding success through entrepreneurship stand out. One such example comes from a 26-year-old from Rajasthan, who chose to leave behind his corporate life to build something of his own. What started as an uncertain experiment during tough times has now turned into a thriving homestay business earning him more than ₹2.5 lakh per month—nearly double his earlier salary.
From corporate comfort to self-built business
In a Reddit post, the young entrepreneur revealed that he quit his stable job last year to run homestays in Rajasthan. There was no elaborate business plan, just a wish to “build something of my own and travel more.”
He recalled that the early months were difficult. “The first few months were full of doubt and uneven income, honestly very scary at times,” he wrote. Despite the uncertainty, his patience and persistence began to pay off. “This month, I earned ₹2.18 lakh from Airbnb alone, and my total monthly income crossed ₹2.5L+, which is now higher than what I used to make in my corporate job.”
He explained that it wasn’t a quick success. “No overnight success, took savings, patience, slow months, and learning everything the hard way,” he said, marking his progress as a personal milestone after a year of effort.
Not generational wealth, but gradual growth
Some users on the thread questioned whether his journey was supported by family wealth. The entrepreneur clarified that the business was self-funded and built slowly. “Nope, not generational wealth. Took a loan plus used my own savings to set things up. Built it slowly, one step at a time,” he replied.
Addressing skepticism about his success, he said, “I understand the skepticism, this space is full of hype and shortcuts, so doubt is natural. But yes, it was mostly just savings, one small loan, and starting very small.”
His honesty drew positive responses from Reddit users. Many said they found his post motivating, as it represented what could be achieved through steady effort rather than shortcuts or privilege.
Focus on sustainable growth
When asked how he ensures consistent income beyond seasonal travel peaks, he said his focus is on maintaining quality and building trust with guests. “I focus on consistent quality, reviews, strong local network, and repeat guests, not just peak-season bumps. Slow but steady growth,” he shared.
He also acknowledged community suggestions—such as catering to weekday travelers, wedding guests, and offering customized tours. “Already doing a lot of this. Weekday bookings, customised experiences, strong focus on food & cleanliness. Slow, steady and sustainable growth is the goal,” he responded.
From corporate comfort to self-built business
In a Reddit post, the young entrepreneur revealed that he quit his stable job last year to run homestays in Rajasthan. There was no elaborate business plan, just a wish to “build something of my own and travel more.”
He recalled that the early months were difficult. “The first few months were full of doubt and uneven income, honestly very scary at times,” he wrote. Despite the uncertainty, his patience and persistence began to pay off. “This month, I earned ₹2.18 lakh from Airbnb alone, and my total monthly income crossed ₹2.5L+, which is now higher than what I used to make in my corporate job.”
He explained that it wasn’t a quick success. “No overnight success, took savings, patience, slow months, and learning everything the hard way,” he said, marking his progress as a personal milestone after a year of effort.
Not generational wealth, but gradual growth
Some users on the thread questioned whether his journey was supported by family wealth. The entrepreneur clarified that the business was self-funded and built slowly. “Nope, not generational wealth. Took a loan plus used my own savings to set things up. Built it slowly, one step at a time,” he replied.
Addressing skepticism about his success, he said, “I understand the skepticism, this space is full of hype and shortcuts, so doubt is natural. But yes, it was mostly just savings, one small loan, and starting very small.”
His honesty drew positive responses from Reddit users. Many said they found his post motivating, as it represented what could be achieved through steady effort rather than shortcuts or privilege.
Focus on sustainable growth
When asked how he ensures consistent income beyond seasonal travel peaks, he said his focus is on maintaining quality and building trust with guests. “I focus on consistent quality, reviews, strong local network, and repeat guests, not just peak-season bumps. Slow but steady growth,” he shared.
He also acknowledged community suggestions—such as catering to weekday travelers, wedding guests, and offering customized tours. “Already doing a lot of this. Weekday bookings, customised experiences, strong focus on food & cleanliness. Slow, steady and sustainable growth is the goal,” he responded.
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