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Entrepreneur Soumendra Jena, who spent his childhood in Rourkela, is now thriving in Dubai.
Two contrasting images were posted by Soumendra Jena in his post on X. (Photo Credits: X)
Success stories have the power to uplift and encourage us in ways we don’t very often imagine. They serve as a reminder that success involves more than just achieving a goal; it also involves the process of getting there.
One such example is that of Soumendra Jena, an entrepreneur from Rourkela, Odisha, who has inspired numerous people on social media with his story of rising from modest beginnings to exceptional success.
Soumendra Jena posted two pictures on X (formally Known as Twitter) that contrasted: one of his little, run-down childhood home in Rourkela, where he spent his early years, and another of his current home, a large, opulent estate in Dubai, with a Porsche Taycan and a G Waggon Brabus 800 on either side.
“This was my home back then—a small town in Odisha, Rourkela, where I was born, grew up, and studied till class 12 (1988-2006). Revisited in 2021 for the memories! Today, my home in Dubai tells the story of 17 years of relentless hard work, sleepless nights, and no shortcuts,” Soumendra Jena captioned his post on X.
Towards the end of his post, he added, “Success takes time. What’s your excuse?”
Check his post here:
This was my home back then—a small town in Odisha, Rourkela, where I was born, grew up, and studied till class 12 (1988-2006). Revisited in 2021 for the memories!Today, my home in Dubai tells the story of 17 years of relentless hard work, sleepless nights, and no shortcuts.… pic.twitter.com/nw5tCdtwKE— Soumendra Jena (@soamjena) January 24, 2025
Shared on January 24, Soumendra Jena’s post has garnered over 1.5 million views so far. The post immediately went viral, with many applauding his quest and finding inspiration in his tale.
A user wrote, “That’s great brother. One needs courage to show his or her poor past, from where they came. Nowadays, people avoid revisiting their ancestral home back then which can be a century old where they or their parents and grandparents have lived life fully. Thank you.”
Another commented, “Success takes time, efforts, luck and help. You are what you are in Dubai. The same effort will not yield same results in Odisha.”
“Not everyone can do it in 17 years apart from hard work. Luck plays a significant role,” a user said on X.
“Your story is truly inspiring! From humble beginnings in Rourkela to building a life in Dubai through dedication and hard work, you’ve shown what perseverance and grit can achieve. Revisiting your roots while celebrating your success is a testament to your humility. Thank you for reminding us that success is a journey, not an overnight miracle. Keep shining and motivating us all!” another user remarked.
Who is Soumendra Jena?
With a strong online presence and an expanding following, Soumendra Jena is a famous content creator in the banking industry. With more than 300,000 Instagram followers, he delivers thought-provoking information about finance.
His impact is even more pronounced on YouTube, where 487,000 members watch his videos that break down difficult financial ideas, offer advice on investments, and enable viewers to make wise financial decisions.