'Time Spent On Conformity/Judgement Is Just Time Wasted…': Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath Advices Young Entrepreneurs

In the caption of the post, Kamath wrote, “I hated school growing up, was scared of all my teachers, and lived in fear of everything. Don't be me"

Nikhil Kamath, the co-founder of Zerodha and India's youngest billionaire, shared insights into his life philosophy during a recent conversation with young entrepreneurs. Despite his decision to drop out of school, Kamath's extraordinary ascent to success, boasting a net worth of $3.1 billion, is noteworthy. Kamath emphasised the importance of embracing a lighter perspective on life, reflecting on his own school experiences marked by fear and insecurity.

Kamath's motto, ‘Hum sab marne wale hain’ (We all are going to die), urges him and others not to worry about minor setbacks or worries. He posted a video on his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), addressing young entrepreneurs. “Whenever something small has happened, and I have let it affect me more than it should, there is one motto I follow in life now... . at the end of it, if you don't do well in exam, you are jealous of another friend in school or college, or that girl you like does not not like you back...don't take life more seriously than it has to be. 'Hum sab marne wale hain'. Have more fun in life,” he said.

In the caption, Kamath wrote, “I hated school growing up, was scared of all my teachers, and lived in fear of everything. Don't be me. Nothing is permanent, to where the world is going, time spent on conformity/judgement is just time wasted…”

The post attracted a lot of attention from X users. “Conformity and judgment are often the enemies of personal growth. Celebrate your individuality and the unique perspectives you have to offer. The world needs more people who are willing to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. The world is yours to conquer!” wrote one of the users.

Zerodha's co-founder encouraged entrepreneurs to embrace risks and chase their aspirations during the event. He unveiled the WTFund, a unique fund designed to aid entrepreneurs aged 25 and under without diluting their ownership stakes. Offering a grant of Rs 20 lakh per recipient, this initiative allows founders to maintain complete ownership of their ventures while benefiting from mentorship and assistance to foster growth.