Excelling in both legal and digital domains, Anuj Gupta overcame multiple challenges and laid the foundation of Juris Spectra. From walking 40 km to and from school (20 km each side) to attending college and facing backlashes, Anuj’s pathway to success was not a bed of roses.
Despite the obstacles, Anuj dreamed bigger and never allowed his circumstances to define his dreams and aspirations. He decided to ease the difficulties of people like him. Thus, the startup offers hands-on experience, quality networking opportunities, and actionable insights.
A Glance at Background
Anuj Gupta belongs to a tier-3 village in Haryana, India. Not only were the opportunities limited, but education was a daily struggle. Anuj traveled 40 km (20 km on each side) every day to attend school.
It was the time when education circled around exams and grades. There was little to no room for self-growth or creativity.
The Initial Steps
A meme-based Instagram page marks the beginning of Anuj’s entrepreneurial journey. Although it was a small initiative, it gave him his 1st experience in the field. Also, it made him realize the thrill of starting and building something from scratch.
The Challenges of Teenage Years
During his teenage years, Anuj was surrounded by older friends and numerous distractions. But these numerous challenges forged his resilience, instilled trust and sharpened his focus.
College Was Not Easy
He is pursuing his higher education at JECRC University, which proved to be a significant turning point. He was introduced to new opportunities and challenges. Moreover, his friends and colleagues discouraged him in college societies and during his internships.
However, in times when others doubted him, he did not let that affect him. Instead, he saw it as an opportunity to grow with his father’s words in his mind:
“धन उतना ही कमाओ जितने की ज़रुरत है, ज़्यादा लालच इंसान को खराब करती है।”
Translation: “Earn only as much as you need; greed ruins a person.”
With this valuable advice from his father engraved in his mind, Anuj never thought of taking any shortcuts to success. He strived to take the right way of earning.
He developed a personal philosophy which is based on the Four “स”
(Samay, Sthan, Sima, Sangat) or (Time, Place, Boundary, Company)
- Samay (समय): Dedicated time yields exceptional results.
- Sthan (स्थान): Creativity and growth are nurtured by a supportive atmosphere.
- Sima (सीमा): Identifying your limits helps you balance things and reduce chances of burnouts.
- Sangat (संगत): The right company inspires us to grow, do better, and lift us up when we fail.
Invaluable Support
Anuj’s family, especially his father, were incredibly supportive. While his father’s unwavering belief provided strength to him when things were tough, his mother’s encouragement kept him grounded.
Moreover, he had some amazing friends, teachers, and mentors to support his journey. Whether it was financial support or motivational, he was lucky to have them. Furthermore, his seniors guided him with valuable wisdom and advice which helped him grow.
Laying the Foundation
In 2024, Anuj with Gella Vimala, laid the foundation of Juris Spectra, which empowers law students and professionals. He considers it to be his proudest accomplishment. The platform helps students to connect, collaborate and grow.
Juris Spectra aims to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical expertise. Thus, the members of the platforms gain insightful experience with the essentials for a successful legal career.
Later, he launched Media Molding, a digital marketing agency that helped brands to establish a strong online presence.
Awards and Recognition
In 2024, Anuj won the Global Recognition Award for entrepreneurial contributions.
Moreover, he has been a speaker at Orielix, VYNO Legal, and GD Goenka University.
Anuj had a chance to feature in The CEO Sarthak MIttal Show, allowing him to spread his message to the masses.
Anuj credits his grandfather Shri Jeetram Kansal and his father Pardeep Kumar as his foundation pillars. He aims to build a legacy reflecting the lessons and love he received from them by inspiring others to pursue their dreams but staying true to their values.
Anuj’s Message to the Readers
- Our response defines our success.
- Dreams are not restricted by background or location.
- Your potential is limitless.
- Remain consistent and believe in yourself.
- Make sure you are surrounded by supporters.
- Stay true to your values while learning from failures.
