Entrepreneurs often express their ideas through companies, investments, and innovation. But some choose another medium to share their thinking with the world: writing.
For Vaibhav Maloo, books have become an extension of his curiosity about business, society, and the future. Alongside leading the Enso Group, Maloo has also built a parallel identity as an author whose writing explores everything from leadership to national development.
Through his books, Maloo attempts to examine the bigger questions shaping business, society, and human progress.
Exploring life and leadership
One of Maloo’s most widely discussed works is the book The Business of Life.
Published by Pan Macmillan India, the book takes an unusual format, presenting 101 questions and answers that explore leadership, ethics, global politics, social empowerment, and personal growth.
Instead of offering traditional management advice, the book reflects Maloo’s belief that curiosity and learning are among the most valuable skills an entrepreneur can cultivate. Through short reflections, he addresses questions about decision-making, credibility, global business trends, and the role of values in leadership.
The book blends business thinking with broader reflections on culture, religion, and society, encouraging readers to look at life’s challenges from multiple perspectives.
A broader view of the world
Before The Business of Life, Maloo also explored philosophical and societal themes in another book titled Scheme of Things.
In this work, he reflects on how different aspects of life, from governance and religion to social empowerment, are interconnected. The book attempts to explore the complex systems that shape modern societies and how individuals can contribute to positive change.
The themes reflect Maloo’s broader interest in understanding how economic, cultural, and political forces interact in shaping the world we live in.
A vision for India’s future
Maloo’s writing has also moved toward public policy and national development. His book An Indian Manifesto presents a vision for India’s long-term growth and governance.
The book examines how policy reforms and institutional changes could improve the lives of citizens while strengthening India’s economic and social systems. It also explores ideas related to education, governance, environmental sustainability, and technology-driven development.
Through this work, Maloo positions himself not just as an entrepreneur but also as someone interested in contributing to the larger conversation around nation-building.
Writing as a tool for reflection
For many business leaders, writing becomes a way to step back from daily operations and examine broader questions.
Maloo’s books reflect this tendency to think beyond immediate business concerns. They combine insights drawn from his professional experience with philosophical reflections on society, culture, and global trends.
In that sense, his writing complements his role as a business leader. It allows him to explore ideas that extend beyond corporate strategy into questions about leadership, values, and the future of society.
