What Would You Do if You Had No Fear? Are you tired of the 9-to-5 grind? Do you dream of leaving your job and become your own boss? In this episode, we dive deep into the big decision of leaving your job and starting a business. We’ll explore: The mindset shift: What it really takes to make the leap from employee to entrepreneur. Overcoming fears and doubts: How to deal with the fear of failure, financial uncertainty, and the unknown. Practical steps: The crucial first steps to take before quitting your job and launching your own business. Real talk: The challenges you’ll face and why it’s not as easy as it sounds, but totally worth it. If you’re ready to make that change, this episode is packed with insights to help you make an informed decision. Whether you're in the planning phase or already thinking of taking the plunge, listen in for advice, motivation, and the inspiration you need to build the business of your dreams.
🔉 Giveaway announcement inside 📢 In this special follow-up episode, we delve deeper into the compelling topic: "How Will You Measure Your Life?" Our previous episode sparked an incredible amount of feedback, reviews, and lively discussions, prompting us to dedicate an entire episode to further explore the what, how, and why of measuring your life. In this episode, we address key insights and answer listener questions about the futility of comparing our lives with others and the profound benefits of self-comparison. Discover how focusing on personal growth, setting individual benchmarks, and reflecting on your own progress can lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life. What I discuss: - The Importance of Self-Comparison: Why measuring your life against your past self is more beneficial than comparing it to others. - Practical Strategies: How to effectively set personal goals and track your progress to ensure continuous growth. - Psychological Insights: Understanding the negative impacts of social comparison and how to shift your mindset towards self-improvement. - Listener Questions Answered: We respond to your insightful comments and questions, providing a deeper understanding of the topic. Join us for an enriching discussion that promises to inspire and guide you on your journey to measuring your life in the most meaningful way.
In our thought-provoking episode, "How will you measure your life?", we delve into the meaningful question of how one should truly measure their life. Shifting away from the common trap of comparing our achievements with others, we explore the more introspective approach of measuring our progress against our past selves. This episode illuminates the pitfalls of external comparison and celebrates the personal growth and fulfillment found through self-reflection and setting personal benchmarks. Join us and do write back to us if you felt the episode was worth it, if you felt there were nuances that were missing, please do share your honest feedback/suggestions and we shall try to improve our content in the upcoming episodes.
Welcome to a special episode that promises to elevate your understanding of the mind's incredible power, both in the wilderness and the world of business. Today, we have the privilege of unlocking transformational secrets with none other than Arjun Majumdar, the visionary founder of Indiahikes, a pioneer in shaping the trekking landscape in India. Arjun's story isn't just about conquering physical mountains; it's also about the mental resilience and the entrepreneurial spirit required to chart unexplored paths. Through our conversation, we'll uncover the secrets behind building mental strength, the transformative impact of trekking on personal growth, and how these experiences shape business success. Hum jaanenge ki kaise Arjun ne apne sapno ko Indiahikes ke roop mein saakar kiya aur kaise trekking humein zindagi aur business dono mein aage badhne ke liye majboot banati hai. So, whether you're a trekking enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone looking to tap into your inner strength, this episode is your gateway to inspiration. Join us as we explore these paths with Arjun Majumdar, and get ready to unlock the power of your mind. Let's start this journey together.
- Pays our bills - Gives a lifestyle and a chance to improve it - Can afford small/big luxuries A job is what allows for all of this and more which is why our jobs are so important for us. And for the same reason we dread of losing it, more so when it is not by choice, a layoff. For the past couple of quarters, the macroeconomic conditions worldwide haven't been so great and we have heard multiple companies laying off people in big numbers, you might have had a few friends or maybe yourself being on the receiving end. It hurts and it is difficult to hear about it. Though we in India have been largely guarded by the layoff winds but not completely. The most important thing to know at such times is that it is 'NOT ABOUT YOU' and that it is in no way a result of your capabilities or the lack of it. We explore why these big layoff sprees happen and how can you look ahead in life if you have been laid off. Check out the discussion with Arjun Prakash, Founder, PIVOT.
Join us in this exciting episode of SoS|Secrets of Storytellers, as we sit down with a Shark Tank India Season 2 contestant who received funding of 90 lakhs for 7.5% from Peyush Bansal and Aman Gupta. Founder, Abid Rashid shares their journey of building a supply chain startup from Kashmir, including the challenges they faced, their experience on Shark Tank, and their plans for the future. Don't miss out on this inspiring story of entrepreneurship and innovation!
I have always tried to meet and learn from the guests whom I host on my podcast SoS. But I was more than humbled when I had the pleasure of meeting Anand Deshpande, Persistent Systems. I had many questions which were on my mind since long, both about life and career. He was kind to hear some of my ideas and share his valuable inputs. Some of the lessons and wisdom were more than I could have hoped for. He shares some of it in this interview discussion where we talk everything from how he started his journey to what he does after joining the billionaires club, how the startup and entrepreneur culture in India is maturing and where we are headed as a country.
JhaJi Pickle ne Season 1 mein entry kari thi as Bhabhi-Nanad duo and apne comment 'humari average order cost hai' se sabka dil jeet liya ta lekin somehow unko funding nahin mili ti. Lekin kamaal hua Season 2 mein, jab Vineeta Singh aur Namita Thapar ne maari surprise entry aur maafi maangi ki pehle seasoon mein funding na dene ke liye Sorry, and then funding di. We wanted to know ki kaisa raha unka pura experience, unki journey with JhaJi Store and shuruwaat kaise hui. Please watch, like, comment and subscribe.
Everyone has ideas to make it big, but what really matters is how best you implement them. Gunjan Taneja, co-founder, UClean tells us about the journey she and her husband (Arunabh Sinha) charted to make laundry business a success in India.
We had been covering the talented entrepreneurs who participated and stole the limelight in the much talked about show ‘Shark Tank India’. This show unravelled the nitty-grittys of a business, and more importantly the startups in India, for the aam aadmi, and today a parent no more aspires his kid to be just a doctor or engineer but rather be job creator, an entrepreneur! Thanks to the man who made this all possible, Bimal Unnikrishnan. As the second season is just round the corner, what better way to move forward than listening to creator himself. Let’s hear from him on what all went behind creating this wonderful show.
Brainwired (Drakon Innovations Pvt ltd)’s Sreeshankar Nair and co-founder, Romeo P Jerard bagged an investment from four sharks in the first season of Shark Tank India. But, his journey of building 'Brainwired' and bringing it to the current level wasn't easy at all. Sree told us how their entrepreneurial journey came to a do-or-die situation and how they won over it. He also tells us his personal formula for successfully running a startup and many more stories from his experience at Shark Tank India. You can also check out the video interview at https://youtu.be/oNXw0KHmNq0
Every journey is a blend of success and failure. But no journey is complete without a little bit of fun and happy times. This podcast is based on a book which is full of such real-life incidents from the authors journey through life. Hari Hara Subramanian shares fun moments from his school and MBA journey that are bound to bring a laugh on your face. This is also the official launch of his book 'Hilarious M.B.A Memoirs'. It was fun talking to Hari Hara, also my alum from XLRI Jamshedpur and listening to some stories from the book. Tune in! You can pick up the book at: https://www.amazon.in/Hilarious-M-B-Memoirs-Hari-Subramanian/dp/9391228399
Nuutjob, a male intimate hygiene product company was featured in Shark Tank India and while they picked up funding, they also received great love and support from the Sharks and the audience alike. We spoke to Ananya and Anusree, the Maloo sisters about their experience in the tank and also on their journey of building Nuutjob. They share some superb incidents and stories from the Shark Tank India pitch. Check it out! 00:00 - Journey of building Nuutjob 20:48 - Shark Tank India Experience
This discussion with Jerry Rao can be tagged as an intellectual, economist and philosophical. Probably these words also do not do complete justice to the depth and extent of the discussion. It is the first episode where I have just asked one or two questions in all because he went on answering and explaining in such detail the complete philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi's views on the economy of India.
For years, people have been wearing the same coloured, torn UGs with holes and whatnot. How does it matter? Who gets to look at it? Maybe it does. The better you feel on the inside, the better you feel on the outside. Bummer is changing the UG paradigm and revolutionizing the whole game. We spoke to Sulay Lavsi, Founder and CEO, Bummer on his entrepreneurial journey and his experience at Shark Tank India. We asked him: - about his background - why underwears - about his years of building the right product - what was he thinking during the pitch - incident with Ashneer in the tank - why did he fight so much for the equity - how much did Shark Tank increase his sales - what was the process before the actual pitch - has he received the money in his bank? 😬 Do share your thoughts and please help us share it ahead if you think it was useful and fun. Tune in!
This is the first episode of a new series dedicated to Shark Tank India, that we are starting on Secrets of Storytellers. This is also the first episode with which we are starting video too, so you can catch us at https://youtu.be/jHBpPqSYXmY now. We talk with Pratik Gadia, Founder and CEO, The Yarn Bazaar who bagged a funding of 1cr rupees from four sharks, Aman Gupta, Ashneer Grover, Peyush Bansal and Anupam Mittal. We talk on a multitude of topics like: - His background and reasons for starting the business - How did this idea strike him? - How did he sustain in the starting years? - How did he tackle people's opinions and judgement from family and friends initially? - Experience with Shark Tank India - Process of applying, screening, pitching and receiving the funding amount in Shark Tank - Yarn Bazaar Business Model - Is an idea more important or implementation? - What should an entrepreneur never do? - One secret from Yarn Bazaar's journey Tune in!
Have you ever wondered when you write a story on your social media handle, it attracts much less traction or engagement as compared to someone else, while the stories are almost the same? Well then, you are no different. Almost everyone goes through that feeling, I have too and I still continue to feel that way often. But, our guest for today, Anjana Menon, tells us where are we going wrong. She points out a super important thing that can actually make all the difference. This episode is dedicated to learning some worthy lessons for good storytelling, a skill each and every human being possess and yet can always become better at. She not just tells us what to do, but more importantly things which we should totally not do. Tune in! The discussion is based on her two books: What's Your Story, published by Penguin Random House and Onam in a Nightie, published by Harper Collins.The discussion is based on her two books: What's Your Story (https://www.amazon.in/Whats-Your-Story-Essential-Storytelling/dp/0670094870/ref=sr_1_2?crid=307W8PNXZM81N&keywords=business+storytelling+anjana&qid=1644128129&sprefix=business+storytelling+anjana%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-2), published by Penguin Random House and Onam in a Nightie (https://www.amazon.in/Onam-Nightie-Stories-Kerala-Quarantine/dp/935489304X/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=onam+in+a+nightie&qid=1644128194&sprefix=onam+in+a+%2Caps%2C275&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzNUE3Q0QxNTZIUFBGJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzYwNTk4V1hDTkNRMkdVSVJQJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA3NjY2OTkxQkFYTjgzQkZNVkZIJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==) published by Harper Collins.
This episode is special. A one of a kind storyteller we ever hosted on SOS. Welcoming India’s premier film critic whose reviews are our one stop go to for any movie. Today we have Anupama Chopra with us. Some movies, actors, …. have a place in the heart of every Indian. And that’s why Anupama Chopra’s latest book published by the Penguin Random House is rightly titled ‘A Place in my Heart’. But each one of us have strong preferences when it comes to the movies or the actors since they evoke such emotions in us, and hence a movie critic’s job becomes so much more difficult to review a movie honestly from every angle without bringing personal likings and dislikings. This discussion is on one hand a personal journey in the industry and on the other about her professional career over the years with the film industry. Tune in!
An MBA in India is one of the most sought after degrees in the country. As usual tons of people compete for getting admissions into the top B-schools and the competition is no less than a dog-eat-dog situation. The competition is ruthless, why? Because the gap between the demand (disclaimer: the demand for quality institutes) and supply is humungous. Tarun Anand, understood this gap and set out on a journey to fill some of it, leaving behind an illustrious career. We do hear a lot about startups and new age businesses, but what does starting a business school entail and how does one compete with the top B-schools to create a space for themselves? Let us hear from him a little about his journey, the process of setting up a B-school and more importantly the challenges he faces in the current uncertain times. Tune in!
The most important decisions about your career and growth in an organisation are taken in your absence! Do you agree? Hence, its super important that you have the correct perceptions about yourself at the workplace among your peers and your seniors. We generally tend to shy away from office politics thinking it is probably unethical and wrong to indulge in it. I ran a short poll on how people think about workplace politics and a whopping 54% said they stay away and that's exactly what you shouldn't be doing. Why? Because 'if you don't do politics, politics will do you', which is also the title of Niven's book. A perfect title I think. Niven goes onto claim in the book, 'there is strong evidence that our work ratings, bonuses, and promotions are weakly correlated to actual performance – in fact, performance may even matter less to our success than our political skills and how we are perceived by those who make the decisions', harsh and scary but true. I discuss at length with Niven trying to first clear the clouds around politics and make a strong case for why you should take the 'politics bull' by the horns. By the way, there is a thing called positive politics. Tune in! The discussion is based on the book: https://www.amazon.in/YOU-DONT-POLITICS-WILL-effectively-ebook/dp/B08G8SMFSC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2EEOLNOIFQPW5&keywords=if+you+dont+do+politics&qid=1641676378&sprefix=if+you+dont+do+politics%2Caps%2C320&sr=8-1