“For most of history, Anonymous was a woman.” ~ Virginia Woolf. On this International Women’s Day, GlobalSpa recognizes and celebrates the women in the industry as we delve into their success mantra they follow, mistakes that have helped them grow, and of course, their WELLNESS philosophy.

Saba Dhanani is the Director Operations of Sayaji Hotels Ltd, a premier luxury hospitality brand with an ever-growing presence across the country.

What is your wellness philosophy?

Give yourself time- Self Care. I believe it is important for women to keep taking out time for themselves and practice self-care in the form of exercises or recreation. This helps one become closer to themselves.

Your success mantra?

Never dim the shine of others to shine brighter. Success is about moving ahead with everyone else in the picture. Keep supporting people around you and they will do the same. Each one of us has enough light in us to shine on our own.

A lesson you learned from making a mistake?

The biggest lesson that I have learnt from my mistakes is to keep making mistakes. It is very very important for us to keep taking chances and find out for ourselves, what works and what doesn’t.

Any piece of advice for all the women out there?

Remember your strengths and do not let the insecurities infected by the world trick you into believing that you are not good enough. Be kind and be confident.

What has been your biggest pride as a doyenne?

That I have always made an effort to help those around me, be kind to them, motivate and support them and be there for them