From 60K Loan to Millions: How YouTube Helped Deepak Build a Gift Empire

• Deepak Ramchandani, from Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh, started a gift shop 23 years ago with a ₹60,000 loan.
• Lacking a degree or support, he learned business skills from YouTube to launch his venture in 2003.
• Despite initial struggles with a small, rented shop and limited customers, he persevered, working tirelessly and building customer relationships.
• His shop, "Rakesh Gift Gallery," now offers 200-300 types of items, sourcing directly from major cities for affordable prices.
• Today, Deepak earns ₹10-15 lakh annually, employs 4-5 people, and encourages youth to consider stationery/toy businesses.