Siddhi Madgaonkar

I’m Siddhi Madgaonkar and I’ve been working out of Bangalore for a good few years now. Being in Karnataka, specifically this city, means everything is fast-paced. I set up my space here because it felt like the right move at the time. I don't have a giant office with glass walls or anything like that. It’s just a comfortable enough spot where I can get my work done without too many distractions. Most days, I’m just sitting at my desk, handling whatever comes my way. Bangalore traffic is as bad as everyone says, so I try to avoid moving around too much during the peak hours. My day usually starts early with a cup of coffee and ends whenever the work is finished. It’s not always a set schedule. I don't like using big words to describe what I do. I just do it. People know me around the neighborhood as someone who stays busy. Sometimes friends drop by to chat, but I usually have to keep an eye on the clock. It can get stressful when things pile up, but that’s just part of running your own thing. I’ve learned a lot along the way, mostly by making mistakes and then fixing them. It’s not a perfect system, but it works for me and the people I help. Living in Bangalore has its ups and downs, but this is where I’ve built my life.