Women in Print: Aparna Patwardhan

Aparna Shirodkar Patwardhan, Manohar Packaging

08 Mar 2014 | By PrintWeek India

Why did you get into printing? 
Our family has been involved in the print business for two generations. 
 
What would be your dream job? 
To handle the creative aspect of the print business, specifically product development.
 
Which actress would play your role in the movie about your life? 
Konkana Sen Sharma.
 
What is your favourite film? 
The Thorn Birds.
 
One teacher you remember, and why? 
Ms Marie, my ninth grade teacher. 
 
One most valuable work lesson…
Hard work and passion will get you whatever you aspire.
 
One tip for time management… 
Plan ahead, multi-task and delegate whatever you can.
 
One key tip for good health… 
Good diet and consistent exercise.
 
A secret for anger management… 
Count 10 in your head before you react, and put yourself in the other person’s shoes.
 
A good thing about the present generation… 
Unlimited options, unlimited choices.
 
A bad thing about the present generation...
They don’t know about the simpler times.
 
Your tip to resolve conflicts… 
Hear both sides of the situation and then examine the source of the problem. 
 
Life is… 
What you make of it.