From journalism to entrepreneurship, Aakanksha Tangri’s journey has been shaped by a deep understanding of people, their pressures, and the challenges of navigating today’s fast-paced world. After years of covering global leaders and major events, she channelled her experience into founding Re:Set, driven by the belief that wellbeing should not be a privilege reserved for a few, but something accessible, inclusive, and relevant to everyone. Through Re:Set, Aakanksha is reimagining wellbeing as a holistic and future-focused approach to living and working, helping individuals and organisations build healthier, more meaningful ways to thrive.
Based in Dubai, UAE, Re:Set is a wellbeing and professional development platform designed to help individuals and organisations build healthier, more resilient environments. It offers a range of evidence-based resources, including self-paced guides for building healthy habits, bite-sized therapeutic content for emotional wellness, interactive videos, scientific assessments and trackers, and customised workshops and coaching programs. Alongside these tools, the company partners directly with organisations to help integrate meaningful wellbeing practices into everyday work life.
Since launching, Re:Set has worked with organisations including NYU Abu Dhabi, GEMS Education, PwC’s Academy, and GMG, delivering programs focused on workplace wellbeing and growth. The company has also expanded its impact through Inner Edge, a wellbeing textbook series for Grades 1 to 8, and Re:Set Edge, a professional development initiative designed to help young people build the human skills needed in an increasingly AI-driven world.
For Aakanksha, entrepreneurship has been a journey of resilience, learning, and adaptability; one shaped in many ways by her years as a journalist, where she learned to ask hard questions and stay curious under pressure. That instinct carries into the advice she now gives students: focus on the skills technology cannot replace; critical thinking, communication, storytelling, and resilience. “Don’t just outsource your thinking to AI,” she says, encouraging young people to keep developing their own ideas and perspectives.
Drawing from both journalism and entrepreneurship, Aakanksha believes curiosity, determination, and the courage to ask questions are essential for growth. “You don’t figure this out alone,” she adds, underscoring the importance of seeking support and continuing to learn along the way.
Through Re:Set, Aakanksha is not only building a business but also shaping a culture where wellbeing is recognised as the foundation for healthier workplaces, stronger communities, and a more prepared future generation.
Students interested in internships, collaborations, learning more about Re:Set or getting in touch with Aakanksha can reach out to the Careers Hub at Curtin Dubai.
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This article was authored by Ayesha Ijaz, Class of 2027, as part of a student initiative spotlighting inspiring local businesses and the people behind them. We’re grateful to the team for generously sharing their story, insights, and advice.
