How Vivekanand inspired John D Rockefeller

Swami Vivekakand, whose birthday on January 12 is observed as National Youth Day, inspired oil billionaire John D Rockefeller to become a philanthropist. His teachings still hold value for today's generation of entrepreneurs.

Born Narendranath Dutta in 1863, he was the original disruptor, challenging established norms and thought processes.

Entrepreneurship requires the courage to step out of one's comfort zone - something the Swami would identify with and recommend.

Be passionate about an idea, or don't pursue it at all - Swami Vivekanand's message for entrepreneurs who want to be agents of disruption in their particular field.

Change is never easy, nor is it easily accepted - being a visionary is never easy.