Laxman Dabholkar , CA

Careers: Practising Chartered Accountant

Lakshman Dabholkar is a practising CA who runs his own successful business practice.

But he had to work really hard to get here. In this brief interview, he takes us on an important journey into his mind and life.

Did you ever think that you would be a CA in the future?

 Yes, while i was doing my graduation.

What were your goals besides being a CA before you started your career?

 I wanted to become a businessman.

What were your average marks during your school life?

 75%

 Wow pretty impressive. So,

Which was your most favourite subject during your school life?

 History

Ooh it’s good. I also like it a little bit. But why do you like history?

History inspires and motivates us.

Yes. Some kings in our history have some stories and motivate us. But other than history, what were your favourite subjects?

 Science

 That’s my favourite too!

What were the problems you faced during your school life and how you came out of it?

It’s a common problem for every student who stays at a chawl.. that is finance.

I worked part time and tried to get out of it and manage my expenses for studies.

 You worked very hard for your studies, future,etc. And also you overcame your problems. Very outstanding and inspiring.

👍😊

 Your favourite subjects are science and history which are tough for students nowadays.

So what were your methods or secrets you would like to reveal for the students who are reading this?

 Dedication and you should have a love for that subject.

 Ok thanks for your valuable secret. This will help me and also my friends and students who are reading it.

 

What were the problems you faced in your career as a CA.

 You can not say problem, I take it as a challenge. If u want to grow further, then you have to face problems or challenge else there would not be any problem

What was your very first achievement?

 To get admission in private school i.e in 5th standard

 Really, that was you first achievement?

 Yes, I was in a municipal school, so wanted to go at private school for better prospects.

 To whom would you like to give credit for your achievements?

 Of course, parents.

So What are your future plans?

To become successful as a CA as well as a businessman.

 Ooh. So that’s very nice. What message would you like to give to people who are reading this?

 Plan your vision , goal, and have dedication to complete that.