A Bridge Not Too Far

by Deepak Ohri

Genre: Nonfiction / Business / Memoir

ISBN: 978-1957807836

Print Length: 192 pages

A Bridge Not Too Far is entrepreneurialism at its best.

Deepak Ohri’s book, “A Bridge Not Too Far: Where Creativity Meets Innovation,” offers readers intriguing insights into the restaurant and luxury experience industry. With a memoir-like quality, Ohri’s story appeals not only to those familiar with his line of luxury hotels but also to entrepreneurs outside the industry.

The book provides a bird’s eye view of an entrepreneur’s journey, filled with challenges and triumphs. Ohri shares his experiences and approaches to business and customer relationships, highlighting the pressures of leadership and the importance of loyalty. Through his own transformation from a follower to a leader, he emphasizes the power of conviction and the ability to envision new perspectives.

From a young age, Ohri displayed a curiosity about the lives of the wealthy and a willingness to step outside his cultural comfort zone. He took risks, faced failures, and found support from mentors and investors along the way. Ohri’s story illustrates that executing seemingly simple steps requires not only grit but also courage and insight.

After years of hard work, Ohri achieved success and founded an experiential MBA course at Florida International University, where he imparts his knowledge on understanding customer needs from both quantitative and qualitative perspectives. His emphasis on putting oneself in the customer’s shoes and experiencing their viewpoint offers valuable lessons for building strong customer relationships.

While the narrative occasionally leans toward memoir territory, Ohri’s recounted story provides a unique perspective on entrepreneurship. “A Bridge Not Too Far” challenges entrepreneurs to re-envision their approach to business by focusing on what customers truly want, rather than solely pursuing success.

The book is an excellent choice for individuals interested in understanding how humble beginnings can ignite the human spirit and inspire a human-centered approach to creating, marketing, and delivering luxury experiences. Even entrepreneurs outside the luxury industry can find value in its pages, particularly those seeking a sense of purpose, looking for ways to move forward, or seeking an alternative to the cold and calculated approach to business.