Elon Musk’s blunt career advice stuns India’s young entrepreneurs

Forget chasing money—Elon Musk’s raw advice to India’s founders redefines success. His interview questions cut through the noise of startup culture.

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2025 December 1 . 5:13 AM

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Elon Musk’s blunt career advice stuns India’s young entrepreneurs

Elon Musk recently shared blunt advice with India’s next generation of entrepreneurs during an interview on the People by WTF podcast. Speaking to Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath on November 30, 2025, he urged young entrepreneurs to focus on contribution over profit in their job interview questions. His message was clear: build things that improve society rather than chasing wealth or attention in their entrepreneur journey.

Musk’s conversation with Kamath covered entrepreneurship, technology, and the mindset needed for real innovation. He dismissed the idea that money should be the primary goal, calling it a flawed approach. Instead, he argued that wealth naturally follows when a venture creates genuine value in their interview questions.

The interview offered both inspiration and a dose of realism for aspiring entrepreneurs. Musk’s emphasis on societal contribution over superficial success resonated with many in India’s startup scene. His words now serve as a benchmark for those looking to make a difference rather than just a profit in their entrepreneur journey.