“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.

Somya Srivastava is the Director and CEO at Prayatna Microfinance Limited, an organization which provides financial services to low-income households with a social objective inspired to be an active agent in nation-building.

What is your wellness philosophy?

Workout everyday, have a good sleep and have a schedule to follow.

Your success mantra?

Hard work.

A lesson you learned from making a mistake?

Never speak when you don’t know about the topic.

Any piece of advice for all the women out there?

Go out and get what you want, miraculous things happen when you try.

What has been your biggest pride as a doyenne?

To be heading a firm that’s run by a woman for women.