He strings flower garlands for a living

Hariharan, 24, took over the flower stall from his father three years ago. He says that it is the best decision hes ever made career-wise. Photos: SHARMILA NAIR/The Star

It took about seven months before Hariharan Poiyamozhi could properly string a flower garland. Giving up was not an option as Hariharan’s father wanted him to take over the flower stall he had been operating for over 13 years in Puchong, Selangor.

Hariharan did eventually take over the family business (three years ago), and says that it is the best decision he has made career-wise. “Don’t think my father has retired from this business altogether though. He has only moved to Johor and is running a flower stall there,” says Hariharan, 24, with a smile.