Sudha Murty shares her insight into being Infosys founder Narayana Murthy's First Angel Investor

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Infosys founder Narayana Murthy, recently provided her unique perspective as the first angel investor in her husband's life. At the Moneycontrol Startup Conclave 2023, Sudha Murty shed light on the challenges faced by partners of successful individuals and the importance of their support. In her speech, Sudha Murty acknowledged that living with accomplished individuals can be extremely demanding.

She highlighted their eccentricities and unconventional logic, which they often reserve for the office. These individuals have high expectations, requiring their partners to juggle multiple roles simultaneously. Failing in any one of these roles can have a profound negative impact on their well-being.

During the event, Narayana Murthy expressed his gratitude for his wife's pivotal role during the early stages of building Infosys. He recognized her unwavering support when his colleagues were unsupportive, emphasizing her importance in his journey. The conversation continued as Narayana Murthy took the floor with his son, Rohan Murty, the founder of Soroco.

When asked about his decision to become an entrepreneur, Narayana Murthy explained his belief that entrepreneurship is the key to alleviating poverty. He emphasized the power of imagination, comfort with innovation, and the necessity of passion and an articulated value system for entrepreneurs. Narayana Murthy then shared insights on hiring talent for nascent businesses, emphasizing the importance of competence and an articulated value system.