Does school really determine your future? In this eye-opening video, Devika challenges the traditional education system and explores why it no longer defines success in the 21st century. She shares her inspiring journey—from overcoming financial struggles to building her own brand—proving that real success comes from ambition, creativity, and resilience, not just a classroom. Devika reflects on the negative impact of uninspiring teachers, the urgent need for educational reform, and the lessons she learned outside conventional schooling. She also dives into thought-provoking topics like the Matrix theory—could it be real? Don’t miss this powerful conversation about breaking free from limitations and creating your own path to success. 00:00 - Intro 3:05 - What is success for Devika? 5:04 - How do you earn money without a degree? 12:30 - Skill Sets required in the absence of a degree 15:31 - Importance of Conditioning in early life 18:29 - Traits a person needs without a degree 24:02- Collaboration over competition 24:53 - What changes will Devika make in the education system? 28:25 - How important was YouTube for Devika? 30:19 - Maturity Level 36:07 - Self Learning Process 38:12 - Not Being Afraid of Failure 41:46 - Narratives of Matrix 45:53 - Being Curious 46:34- Importance of personal branding 49:06 - Content Creation on YouTube as a career 51:14 - Book Recommendation 56:54 - Outro Amazon Book Link - The Third Door: https://amzn.in/d/1YjXeRU Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diaryofapublisher/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/diary-of-a-publisher-d-o-a-p/ X: https://twitter.com/PressPentagon https://x.com/shivamarya146?s=21 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments! #doap #podcast #contentcreation #leadership #business #success