Sanjivv Shiv Kapoor is a Chartered Accountant by profession and an author by passion, with over three decades of rich and diverse professional experience. His journey through the world of finance and consulting has given him not only technical depth, but also a nuanced understanding of people - their aspirations, doubts, and the silent struggles that often accompany professional growth.
He first connected with readers through his debut book, “Memoirs of a CA – Aap Toh CA Hain”, which received wide appreciation for its honesty, relatability, and insight into the Chartered Accountancy journey. The book struck a chord with both aspiring professionals and seasoned practitioners, offering not just stories, but perspective.
At the core of his identity, however, lies something deeper than profession or authorship - he is a teacher at heart.
For Sanjivv, teaching is not confined to classrooms or formal sessions. It is a continuous act of engagement. Over the years, he has mentored countless students and young professionals, not merely by sharing knowledge, but by guiding them through uncertainty. He believes that true teaching goes beyond instruction - it involves listening, understanding, and walking alongside someone until they begin to see clearly on their own.
His approach to mentoring is rooted in patience and practicality. He does not impose answers; he encourages thinking. He does not rush growth; he builds it step by step. Whether through structured training, informal conversations, or thoughtful reflection, his focus has always been on helping individuals develop clarity, confidence, and independent judgment.
He understands that early careers are rarely shaped by information alone—they are shaped by perspective. And perspective is best built through guidance that is both honest and empathetic.
Beyond numbers and narratives, Sanjivv is also a passionate photographer. Through his lens, he captures moments that often go unnoticed—subtle expressions, quiet details, and everyday stories that reflect depth and meaning. Much like his writing and teaching, his photography is not about display, but about observation. It reflects his ability to pause, notice, and appreciate the layers beneath what is visible.
This blend of professional experience, teaching instinct, and creative sensitivity gives his work a distinctive voice one that is grounded, reflective, and deeply human.
Through Hop, Step, Jump, Sanjivv Shiv Kapoor extends his role as a mentor to a wider audience. The book is not just a collection of ideas, but an invitation - to think better, to grow steadily, and to move forward with awareness in a world that rarely slows down.
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Building a successful career requires self-awareness, skill development, networking, and a structured approach from the very beginning. In this context, Hop, Step, Jump by SanjivvShivv Kapoor - a proactive, passionate, and strategic professional with over three decades of diverse experience - serves as a practical and insightful guide for aspiring professionals as well as seasoned executives. Having known the author for nearly two decades and admired his unconventional thinking, I find this book refreshingly honest, grounded in real-world observations and experiences rather than theory alone. It emphasizes that meaningful careers are built through a series of thoughtful, incremental steps rather than a single breakthrough, offering both clarity and direction for those navigating professional growth. Written with remarkable lucidity and actionable insights, this book fills an important gap in career guidance literature. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a roadmap for career success and commend the author for comprehensively addressing the many facets of career building.
This book has very crisply laid out a blueprint for success without the accompanying stresses . A must read book.
Hop, Step, Jump offers a refreshing, grounded departure from typical career advice by reframing professional success as a deliberate, sequential process rather than a sudden leap. The book excels in its structured approach, moving from the internal foundations of self-awareness and discipline to external execution and the approach towards modern tools like AI. Its candid exploration of the "mentorship gap" and the inevitable transition from confusion to clarity is particularly resonant for young professionals navigating today’s uncertain landscape. While it intentionally avoids the allure of "quick fixes," the inclusion of practical exercises and blueprints ensures the philosophy remains highly actionable. Ultimately, it is a thoughtful guide for those prioritizing sustainable, long-term and high-quality thinking framework over immediate, superficial wins.
This book is the next of the series of the author to share his experience and give a path to do some hand holding. I really admire his capability to cover the practical and psychological issues at the same time that are faced at one time or the other in the life. Hop, step and Jump will help to build confidence not only for starters but for anyone reading the book. In today’s world, mentors are difficult to find. Books like these replace that. It goes beyond to make some self-assessment and look into the mirror to be able to define the future path. In this uncertain world, there is nothing better you have than your inner self and to keep it nourished all the times, there comes a need to read books like these.
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