I caught up with Mohit Rau 📚 🚢, Participation Programs Delivery Lead at Cricket Victoria, who is on a journey to read 150 books, have 500 conversations, and use storytelling to reshape how migrants see their journey. We spoke about courage, habits, and the power of perspective.
đź“Ť Q: You left a stable IT career to pursue a career in sports. What gave you the courage to walk away from certainty and follow something more meaningful?
Mohit: “I was working with a small business in Mumbai and one of our clients was a government bank. I remember seeing someone sleeping in a server room and I asked myself, is this going to be my life in the future? The answer kept coming back as yes. I also saw people around me in IT who didn’t want to go home or spend time with their families. After three years, I knew this wasn’t what I wanted.
Sport had always been a big part of my life. My mum took 15 years to play for her state, and that reminded me what persistence looks like. That gave me the courage to move to Melbourne and pursue something more meaningful.”
📍 Q: You’re on a journey to read 150 books and have 500 conversations. How have these two habits shaped the way you think and make decisions?
Mohit: “The biggest lesson is committing fully and finding clarity through action. You have to keep asking yourself why you’re doing what you’re doing. That helps you understand your internal drive instead of chasing external validation. Talking to people has taught me that you never really know what someone is going through.
Reading has also shifted my mindset. One idea that stayed with me is choosing responsibility bigger than yourself. That gives you purpose and keeps you moving forward instead of focusing on negatives.”
đź“Ť Q: You share your journey and insights consistently on LinkedIn. How has storytelling helped you create opportunities and connect with people?
Mohit: “Humans connect through stories, not just facts. The best storytellers are often the most impactful. For generations, stories have shaped communities, beliefs, and cultures.
When you share your story, people relate to you on a deeper level. It doesn’t matter what industry you’re in. What matters is your ability to take ownership of your journey and surround yourself with people who elevate your thinking.”
đź“Ť Q: One message for the world
Mohit: “A thought that stayed with me from the book Man’s Search for Meaning is that if your self worth depends on validation from others, it can destroy you emotionally.”
✨ Key Takeaway:
Mohit’s journey is a reminder that clarity often comes from action, not overthinking. When you align your choices with purpose, commit fully, and learn from others, you create a path that is both meaningful and your own.
