Banavath Shireesha

I’m Banavath Shireesha and I work out of H.No.4-56-1 in Cheruvuthanda. It’s near the Janapahad post office in the Nereducherla area. Being out here in the district is different from being in the city. It’s much quieter and you can see the fields and trees from the main road. My house is where I handle everything. I’ve got a small area set aside for my work materials and books. Most of the folks who come to see me are from the surrounding villages. Janapahad is a small place, so word of mouth is really how I get any business. I don’t spend money on flyers or ads because everyone already knows where I am. Sometimes the cows walk right past the front door while I’m working. It’s a simple life, but it’s what I know and I'm comfortable with it. I spend my mornings getting organized and then I see whoever stops by in the afternoon. Nereducherla isn't too far if I need to get supplies or go to the market. My family helps me out when things get a bit overwhelming, especially during the harvest season when everyone in the village is busy. I like being able to work from home and be close to my kids throughout the day. It’s not a big company with a lot of rules and bosses, just me trying to do a good job for the people around here. We’ve been here for a generation.