Former table tennis champion builds construction firm in Dubai
Sejal Nagjee applies lessons from 17-year athletic career to lead Milestone in male-dominated industry
At a glance
- Nagjee represented India in table tennis for 17 years, winning 138 medals
- She moved to Dubai in 2003 and founded Milestone in construction and project execution
- She applies sports discipline and data-driven decision-making to business leadership
- She emphasises earning respect through performance and results
Sejal Nagjee, who represented India in table tennis for 17 years and won 138 medals, has applied competitive sports principles to her business leadership. She established Milestone Dubai after moving to the emirate in 2003, operating in a sector traditionally led by men.
Nagjee credits her athletic background with teaching discipline, preparation and composure under pressure. She uses financial data and performance metrics to guide business decisions, applying what she calls a "Perfect 10" philosophy focused on speed, accuracy and precision.
Why it matters
The account illustrates how professional athletes transition skills to entrepreneurship and navigate entry into traditionally male-dominated sectors.
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