Lessons from Ankur’s Journey to Build Financial Stability

Have you ever wondered how people build financial independence from scratch while staying true to their values? Ankur Warikoo has an inspiring story to tell. He openly discusses his finances, sharing how much he earned, what he could and couldn’t accomplish the opportunities, what he could have done better and many other lessons along the way. It’s not just a story of numbers but a practical guide to take control of their financial life.

Managing money is more than just earning; it’s about learning, growing, and staying focused. I agree that financial independence is essential, but that doesn’t mean we should chase money mindlessly. What should we do instead?

Let’s read what Ankur suggests to make life more stable and secure.

How Ankur Earns?

Web Veda Private Limited is Ankur’s bootstrapped company, he explains how it was built with the mission to provide opportunities by educating those who cannot afford education. Web Veda Private Limited is owned 50% by him and 50% by his wife, operating without any external investors. Their income sources include advertising, course sales, public speaking engagements, brand collaborations, and book royalties.

Ankur also discussed his personal earnings. He earns income from advertising, affiliate marketing, public speaking, brand collaborations, and book royalties.

What are Ankur’s financial figures and achievements?

• Ad Revenue: He reported zero ad revenue for the current year, following earnings of INR 3,985 in 2021, INR 7,625 in 2022, and INR 890 in 2023.
• Affiliate Income: His income from platforms like Zerodha recorded revenues of INR 26,368,685 (26 Million) in 2021, INR 6,634,961 (6 Million) in 2022, INR 5,611,519 (5 Million) in 2023, and INR 4,827,724 (4 Million) in 2024. This peaked earlier but declined over the years, showing this source’s volatility.
• Public Speaking: This is another significant income source for Ankur, with earnings of INR 54,128,813 (54 Million) in 2021, INR 2,38,18,000 (23 Million) in 2022, INR 2,15,78,892 (21 Million) in 2023, and INR 2,37,77,425 (23 Million) in 2024. This is a major contributor.
• Book Royalties: His book royalties contributed INR 1,00,31,362 (10 Million) in 2022, INR 3,30,949 in 2023, and INR 1,65,324 in 2024. These also fluctuate, dropping significantly in later years.

His total revenue figures were INR 12,44,26,817 (124 Million) in 2021, INR 27,27,78,444 (272 Million) in 2022, INR 24,83,71,714 (248 Million) in 2023, and INR 16,84,25,555 (168 Million) in 2024. Despite these ups and downs, do you think Ankur’s total revenue over the years was as planned?

What He Learned?

He comprehended many things, but I learnt that Ankur’s aim wasn’t just to earn money but to control it and understand how to overpower it. Let us look at my understanding:

• Diversify Income: Ankur didn’t rely on a single source of income but explored workshops and partnerships with educational institutions reducing risks.
• Selective Collaborations: Ankur focused on long-term partnerships with brands that align with his values, avoiding short-term gains in affiliate marketing.
• Data-Driven Decisions: He tracked his income to steer his strategies. For instance, if affiliate earnings drop, he adjusts his focus to profitable ventures.
• Build a Community: He engaged with a loyal audience creating a safety net. During tough times, this community supported his courses and events.
• Finally, Content is King: He learnt that consistently delivering high-quality content and maintaining the work visibility will attract new opportunities.

Ankur’s financial story is a reminder to all of us!

By now, you would have understood that financial independence isn’t about chasing money but creating stability and staying true to your values.
So, whether you’re a college student dreaming of a bright future or a newbie at a professional level and are wondering about the next step, this simplified document of a 35-minute video from Ankur will be helpful.

Soon, come back and read additional takeaways and key points in detail in another write-up. Always remember to start small, stay consistent, and always believe in yourself. Success is a journey, not a destination.

Curious to know more about Ankur? Read Ankur Warikoo’s Success Story Here!