Summary

In this episode of the Changepreneurs Podcast, hosts Sathish Kumar and Inayat Sehgal engage in a deep conversation with Vinay Pushpakaran, a renowned professional speaker and entrepreneur. Vinay shares his journey from engineering to becoming a successful speaker and coach, emphasizing the importance of passion, clarity, and understanding one's audience. He discusses his early experiences on stage, the challenges of overcoming stage fright, and the valuable lessons learned from both successful and challenging speaking engagements. 

Vinay also reflects on his corporate career, highlighting how it shaped his approach to customer experience and communication. The conversation concludes with advice for new graduates entering the corporate world, encouraging them to embrace their journey and learn from every experience.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Passion and Purpose

05:47 Vinay's Journey: From Engineering to Entrepreneurship

10:53 The Art of Public Speaking: Early Experiences

14:55 Overcoming Stage Fright and Building Confidence

21:31 Rituals Before Speaking: Preparing for the Stage

23:11 Lessons from Best and Worst Experiences on Stage

28:21 Corporate Career Insights and Consumer Behavior

33:29 Understanding Customer Behavior

35:16 Integrating Learnings into Business Practices

36:38 Real-World Insights from Market Research

40:50 Observing Consumer Behavior in Various Industries

42:02 Key Learnings for Effective Communication

42:35 Navigating Digital vs. Live Communication

44:28 Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship

47:13 Advice for New Graduates Entering the Workforce

Keywords

passion, entrepreneurship, public speaking, customer experience, personal growth, coaching, communication skills, career transition, life lessons, audience engagement

Connect with Vinay on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinaypushpakaran/