Martha Dira Prameswari, born on January 28, 2007, in Pasuruan, East Java, grew up in a modest family where her mother's entrepreneurial spirit sparked her own passion for business. Starting in junior high school, she began by selling affordable fruit juice and expanded her offerings to include a variety of culinary products such as grilled chicken rice and mushroom fried rice during her time in vocational school. She successfully broadened her market to include companies like BANK JATIM, achieving a total sales volume of Rp 135,000,000 during her school year in 2024. This entrepreneurial journey not only provided her with independent income and flexible time but also allowed her to develop accounting skills she acquired from SMKN 1 Grati. Despite facing challenges like the risk of loss and stress, these experiences have been invaluable. She hopes her story can inspire the younger generation to take bold steps into entrepreneurship, demonstrating that with self-belief, success is attainable.
Success is not just about making profits, it's about the personal growth you achieve along the way.
APPLY SCHOOL KNOWLEDGE TO BUSINESS
Apply academic subjects (such as marketing, technology, or accounting) to help your business grow. Consider your business as a real-life laboratory to hone your skills.
TRACK EXPENSES AND INCOME
Even for a small business, it's important to keep track of finances to maintain control. This also trains you to think logically and financially disciplined.
DON'T FEAR FAILURE
Failure is part of the learning process, both in business and at school. Evaluate and keep learning from mistakes.
DISCIPLINED TIME MANAGEMENT
Use free time like weekends or breaks to run your business. Avoid postponing school tasks so they don't pile up with business activities.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT BUSINESS TYPE
Run a light and flexible business, such as online business, reselling, light catering, or services according to your ability. Businesses that can be done from home or campus are easier to control.
INVOLVE FRIENDS OR FAMILY
Ask friends or family to help, so you don't have to do everything yourself. Collaboration can also lighten the load and expand ideas.