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2nd InningsE21: Living the 100-Year-LifeIn this episode, hosts Atul Nath and Suman Ghose engage in a deep conversation with Lloyd Mathias, a seasoned business strategist and investor. They explore Lloyd's journey from his early years in Mumbai to his extensive career in marketing and business. The discussion delves into the importance of resilience and empathy in today's fast-changing world, the impact of liberalization on career trajectories, and the significance of personal branding. The episode concludes with valuable advice for listeners at various stages of their careers, highlighting the importance of continuous learning and self-reflection.Lloyd is a Business Strategist...2025-04-211h 02
2nd InningsE20: The Truth will set you FreeIn this episode of the Second Innings podcast, hosts Atul & Suman talk to Anil Nair to explore his journey from a successful career in advertising to founding Goodwind Moto Tours, a premium motorcycle touring company. Anil shares his early influences, the challenges he faced in his career, and the importance of self-awareness and purpose in making significant life transitions. He emphasizes the need to embrace the unknown and the value of personal growth through experiences, ultimately leading to his passion for motorcycling and helping others.Anil Sadasivan Nair is the co-founder of Goodwind Moto Tours, a premium motorcycle touring...2025-04-071h 13
2nd InningsE19: Are You Collisionable?In this episode, hosts Atul S Nath and Suman Ghose engage in a conversation with Navyug Mohnot, a seasoned entrepreneur and life design coach. They explore Navyug's journey from his early life experiences, shaped by his father's career with the United Nations, to his education at IIT and his eventual transition into entrepreneurship. The discussion delves into the concept of 'Designing Your Life', emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, vulnerability, and intrinsic motivation in navigating life's challenges and opportunities. The conversation concludes with reflections on identity, the importance of chipping away at life's complexities, and the value of embracing both...2025-03-241h 16
2nd InningsE18: Getting to the Summit is Optional, Coming back is MandatoryHosts Atul S Nath and Suman Ghose engage in a conversation with a person who has scaled Mt Everest - Hemant Soreng, an adventurer, entrepreneur, and author. Hemant shares his inspiring journey from a middle-class upbringing in Delhi to climbing Mount Everest and starting his own travel company, Rustic Travel. The discussion covers his early influences, the emotional challenges of entrepreneurship, and the lessons learned from both successes and failures. Hemant emphasizes the importance of taking risks, staying hungry, and embracing experiences as a way to grow personally and professionally.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Second Innings Podcast01:54 Meet Hemant Soreng...2025-03-0859 min
2nd InningsReflections E8: Being open to Pivoting & Embracing ChangeIn this Reflections episode, Atul & Suman reflect on their chat with Radhika Vaz and Balaji Ramanujam. Radhika is a stand-up comedian and writer now, having worked in multiple jobs prior to that – while Balaji has worked across the Asia Pacific region building some very exciting brands and is now an ed-tech entrepreneur chasing the problem of preparing children to be entrepreneurs, inventors, original thinkers in an AI-automation driven world. They discuss the significant influence of upbringing on their paths, the importance of finding purpose and passion in their careers, and the emotional challenges faced during their entrepreneurial journeys. The co...2025-02-2508 min
2nd InningsReflections E17: The Journey starts with Self-AwarenessAtul & Suman discuss the importance of self-awareness and introspection in career transitions. They reflect on Episode 17 with Vikas Tandon & Siddarth Menon - explore how recognizing personal dispositions and emotional triggers can lead to significant changes in one's professional life. The discussion highlights the challenges of navigating career paths, the fear of stepping into new roles, and the necessity of taking time for reflection to avoid burnout and stress. The episode emphasizes that awareness of one's feelings and motivations is crucial for personal growth and fulfilment in one's career.Vikas Tandon is an IIMA graduate, tried his hand at corporate...2025-02-0809 min
2nd InningsE17: The Journey starts with Self-AwarenessIn this episode, hosts Atul and Suman engage in a deep conversation with guests Vikas Tandon and Siddarth Menon about their career transitions and the importance of self-awareness.
Vikas is an IIMA graduate, tried his hand at corporate jobs for the first 6-7 years, subsequently started a digital agency -Indigo Consulting. Indigo was acquired by the Publicis Groupe in 2012 after which he had the choice to continue as an Internet Entrepreneur/Leader, or pursue his first passion, Music. He chose the latter, and currently is a semi-professional musician learning music, writing original songs, and playing live.
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2nd InningsReflections E16: Life is too short to keep asking Why, Ask Why Not.Atul & Suman's Reflections on the chat with Srikanth Sarathy, talking about his multiple career transitions and insights into his thinking and learning.
A quick bonus episode as a window into the long-form conversation with Srikanth!
Srikanth has over 20 years of leadership and organizational building experience
across advertising, digital, media & entertainment, consumer engagement and
leadership development Walt Disney & Leo Burnett,
He has been instrumental in setting up and nurturing two start-ups in the consumer engagement and advertising space. Advocacy India, and He was one of the founding Leadership Team at Tilt Brand Solutions,
Srikanth is now a...2025-01-2808 min
2nd InningsE16: Life is too short to keep asking Why, Ask Why Not.In this 16th episode of the Second Innings podcast, hosts Atul Nath and Suman Ghosh talk to Srikanth Sarathy, exploring his journey through various career transitions, the importance of support systems, and the pursuit of passion and purpose.
Srikanth has over 20 years of leadership and organizational building experienceacross advertising, digital, media & entertainment, consumer engagement andleadership development Walt Disney & Leo Burnett,He has been instrumental in setting up and nurturing two start-ups in the consumer engagement and advertising space. Advocacy India, and He was one of the founding Leadership Team at Tilt Brand Solutions, Srikanth is now an...2025-01-181h 06
2nd InningsReflections E15: Passion may fade out, Purpose sustainsSuman and Atul reflect on their conversation with Pooja Gupta and Vikram Arya.
They discuss how early experiences shape individuals, the significance of embracing opportunities with a 'why not' attitude, and the need to define success on personal terms. The conversation also delves into the distinction between passion and purpose, emphasizing the importance of living in the present and practicing gratitude.
Chapters
00:00 Reflections on Upbringing and Its Impact
01:54 The Power of Tinkering and Innovation
04:27 Embracing Opportunities: The 'Why Not' Mindset
07:18 Passion vs. Purpose: A Deep Dive
09:58 Defining Success in a Second Innings
12:38 Mindfulness and Gratitude in the Present2025-01-1114 min
2nd InningsE15: Passion may fade out, Purpose sustainsIn the 15th episode of the 2nd Innings podcast, hosts Atul Nath and Suman Ghosh engage with Vikram Arya and Pooja Gupta about their personal journeys of transformation and entrepreneurship.
Vikram is a Real Estate developer in the mountains after many years in advertising & marketing while Pooja is an Edtech Startup entrepreneur, having worked at Asian Paints and Akzo Nobel in India and Southeast Asia.
They explore themes of passion versus purpose, the challenges of transitioning from corporate life to entrepreneurship, and the importance of defining success on one's own terms. Both guests share their unique stories, emphasizing the...2025-01-051h 19
2nd InningsReflections E14: What colour is your Parachute?In this episode, Atul Nath and Suman Ghose reflect on their conversation in Episode 14 with Ravi Sharma, exploring themes of self-discovery, the transition to entrepreneurship, navigating partnerships, and the future of entrepreneurship in India.
Ravi shares his journey from being an employee to becoming an entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of independence, the need for a strong pull towards one's passion, and the significance of clear expectations in partnerships. He also discusses the romanticized notion of risk-taking and the potential for growth in the Indian entrepreneurial landscape.
00:00 Introduction and Reflections on Career Development
01:42 The...2024-12-2808 min
2nd InningsE14: What colour is your Parachute?In this 14th episode, Ravi Sharma shares his journey from a corporate career to entrepreneurship, discussing the pivotal moments that shaped his path. He reflects on his formative years, the realizations he had during college, and the experiences that led him to start his own venture. Ravi emphasizes the importance of passion, purpose, and the balance between risk and preparation in making significant career changes. He also highlights the value of building supportive network, and the lessons learned from partnerships.
Throughout the conversation, Ravi inspires listeners to pursue their true calling and embrace the opportunities that come...2024-12-211h 05
2nd InningsReflections E13: Fear Kills more Dreams than Failure ever willIn this bonus episode of 2nd Innings, hosts Atul Nath and Suman Ghose reflect on their conversation with Uma Kasoji and Rahul Nagar, exploring themes of childhood influences, resilience in the face of life's challenges, the significance of personal branding, and the essential role of support systems in personal and professional growth. The discussion highlights how early experiences shape aspirations, the importance of taking risks, and the realization that success often comes from the support of loved ones.2024-12-1407 min
2nd InningsE13: Fear Kills more Dreams than Failure ever willIn this episode, hosts Suman Ghose and Atul Nath engage with guests Uma Kasoji and Rahul Nagar, who share their inspiring journeys from corporate careers to entrepreneurship.
Uma, a management consultant, discusses her transition to co-founding a learning platform, while Rahul, a former corporate executive, delves into his passion for sports technology. The conversation explores the emotional aspects of entrepreneurship, the importance of support systems, and the lessons learned along the way. Both guests emphasize the significance of personal branding, calculated risk-taking, and the value of having a co-founder in navigating the challenges of starting a business.2024-12-0855 min
2nd InningsReflections E6: Purpose & Passion sound very serious...In this Reflections piece, Atul and Suman reflect on their previous episode 6 with Saumil Majmudar and Deepak Thakran, focusing on themes of passion, purpose, resilience, self-realization, and the importance of well-being in entrepreneurship. They discuss the shift from a serious approach to one that emphasizes fun, the significance of understanding one's own preferences, and the necessity of taking care of oneself in the often lonely journey of entrepreneurship.
Chapters
00:00 Embracing Fun in the Journey
02:27 The Power of Perspective: Why Not?
05:25 Resilience and Self-Realization
08:03 The Importance of Self-Care for Entrepreneurs2024-11-3011 min
2nd InningsE12: Gratitude is a Game ChangerIn this episode 12 of the 2nd Innings podcast, hosts Atul S Nath and Suman Ghose engage in a deep conversation with guests Rahul Singh and Ella Garg about their unique journeys of career transitions.
Rahul and Ella have diametrically opposite transition stories - Rahul went from being a 25-year Entrepreneurial success to a corporate career! While Ella went from a 2-decade career at Airtel to starting her dream café and studio store.
They explore themes of personal growth, the impact of COVID, and the emotional aspects of leaving corporate life to pursue entrepreneurship. Both guests s...2024-11-231h 14
2nd InningsReflections E11: Fear & FireHere is a Bonus Episode - Reflections.
In this episode, hosts Atul Nath and Suman Ghose discuss their insights from a podcast episode featuring Anshu Mor, a corporate executive turned stand-up comedian.
They explore themes of decisiveness, job crafting, vulnerability, fear, authenticity, and the importance of having or not having a safety net in pursuing one's passion. The discussion emphasizes the significance of seizing opportunities, understanding personal traits, and the resilience required in the face of challenges.
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2nd InningsE11: Fear and FireIn this episode of the 2nd Innings podcast, hosts Atul S Nath and Suman Ghose engage in a deep conversation with Anshu Mor, a former corporate executive turned stand-up comedian. Anshu shares his journey from a successful career at Microsoft to pursuing his passion for comedy, highlighting the challenges and triumphs along the way. The discussion covers themes of finding purpose, the importance of humour in life and work, the fear of failure, and the significance of support systems.Anshu emphasizes the need for resilience, the willingness to embrace vulnerability, and the importance of putting oneself out...2024-11-101h 24
2nd InningsE10: Letting Go, Moving ForwardIn this, the 10th episode of the Second Innings Podcast, hosts Atul Nath and Suman Ghosh engage in a conversation with Haresh Bathija and Kiran Dhameja, co-founders of Doyen Foods, who happen to be husband and wife too!They explore the couple's journey from their early lives and careers to their transition into entrepreneurship. The discussion covers the challenges of starting a business, financial planning, navigating conflicts as co-founders, and the importance of execution over planning. Haresh and Kiran share valuable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the need to take risks, enjoy the...2024-11-021h 05
2nd InningsE9: Seeing Risk as OpportunityIn episode 9, the hosts interview chat with Namrata Sudhindra, a yoga practitioner and teacher, and Harish Vasudevan, an experienced marketing professional. Namrata shares her journey from being a dentist to becoming a yoga teacher, while Harish talks about his career in marketing and advertising. Both guests discuss the challenges and rewards of making a career transition and finding purpose and fulfilment in their work. Namrata Sudhindra shares her experience of running a business while pursuing her passion for yoga, and the decision to go full-time after seven years. Harish discusses the risks and rewards of his various career moves...2024-10-291h 09
2nd InningsE8: Being open to Pivoting & Embracing ChangeIn this episode of the 2nd Innings podcast, the hosts Atul & Suman chat with two guests, Radhika Vaz and Balaji Ramanujam, about their career journeys and transitions.Radhika, a stand-up comedian and writer, shares her experience of growing up as an armed forces kid and constantly moving to different towns. Balaji, an EdTech entrepreneur, talks about his upbringing in a traditional Tamil Brahmin family and his early interest in creativity.Both guests discuss the pivotal moments that led them to pursue their passions and make the leap into their second innings. The conversation explores the...2024-10-191h 16
2nd InningsE7: When Constant Learning is your PassionIn Episode 7, hosts Suman Ghose and Atul S Nath engage with guests Malthi SS (Product Coach) and Prakash Bagri (Professor of Marketing Strategy & Innovation at ISB) , who share their personal journeys of transitioning into new careers after very successful corporate lives.They share the emotional and cognitive challenges faced during these transitions, the importance of planning and financial considerations, and the need to find purpose and passion in their new ventures. The conversation also touches on the significance of collaboration, the challenges of defining identity outside of corporate roles, and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs....2024-10-121h 30
2nd InningsE6: Purpose & Passion sound very serious, just have fun.We’ve got 2 experienced 2nd Innings transitioners to share their stories and learnings with us - Deepak Thakran & Saumil Majmudar. Deepak currently runs an investment management firm with offices in NYC and Gurgaon. Prior to that he was with Barclays in their investment banking arm in New York & with Booz Allen Hamilton. He is a passionate athlete and has completed over 10 marathons and several triathlons (including an ironman). Saumil is the Co-founder, CEO & Managing Director of Sportz Village, which aims to get 100 million children to play, and win. He holds a B-Tech degree & is a Di...2024-10-061h 17
2nd InningsE5: Lightning strikes everyone, a few people do something about it.The 2nd Innings Podcast brings you an engaging discussion with Stuthi Vijayaraghavan & Dr. Rakesh Godhwani - both long term 2nd Inning-ers. Hosts Suman & Atul go deep into their journeys of career transition in this chat. Stuthi is the Founder of Urban Venture Labs, a venture studio for cities. She is an eternal urban optimist, aiming to move the needle at the intersection of technology, innovation and community led action. She has worked in three continents and transitioned from management consulting to corporate strategy to social and climate impact over the last 27 years. Rakesh is the...2024-09-281h 30
2nd InningsE4: Life is too Short to make Long Term Plans.In this, the 4th episode of the 2nd Innings Podcast, hosts Suman Ghose & Atul S Nath engage in a deep conversation with guests Priyanka Mohan and Aditya Tripathi about their unique journeys of transitioning from corporate careers to pursuing their passions in art and entrepreneurship. Aditya has degrees from the LSE and IIMA and spent the first 20 years of his career as an executive in the media industry. He has also spent some time working as an external consultant withMcKinsey and is currently on his second entrepreneurial venture. Priyanka is a yakshagana artist, teacher, entrepreneur and educationist has...2024-09-211h 13
2nd InningsE3: Shoot & Aim approach to life.In this podcast episode, the hosts Suman Ghose & Atul S Nath chat with Neeraja Ganesh and Anurag Vaish, who have both made successful transitions to their second innings. Neeraja and Anurag talk about their experiences of taking the plunge and starting their own ventures. Neeraja shares how she had the confidence to leave her corporate job and start the JobsForHer Foundation because she knew there was enough work to do and she wouldn't be bored. Anurag, on the other hand, didn't have a plan to get out of his job but when he saw an opportunity in behavioral science...2024-09-151h 21
2nd InningsE2: Step out of your Comfort Zone!Hosts, Atul S Nath + Suman Ghose, in conversation with 3 guests - Aparna Choudharie, Ashish Athawle and Uday Kiran.The guests share their personal stories of upbringing, education, and career journeys. Aparna talks about her corporate career and her passion for pottery, while Ashish shares his journey in brand marketing and retail. Uday discusses his transition from a corporate career to becoming a leadership coach and storyteller. Each guest had their own unique path and took time to identify their passion and create a sustainable business model around it. The principal themes of the conversation are the triggers for leaving...2024-09-041h 39
2nd InningsE1: Think in terms of years, not months.Sachindra Rudra & Sameer Nair join the hosts Suman Ghose + Atul S Nath for a candid conversation about their work lives and transitioning into a 2nd Innings of life.Sachin focuses on helping businesses, especially startups in consumer facing industries and tech-enabled solutions, and especially those that have major social impact. Prior to that he has worked across FMCG, Consulting,Pharma, Private Equity and Venture Capital across multiple geographies atUnilever, McKinsey and many other illustrious companies. Sameer Nair graduated from IIM Bangalore in 1996. Early on, he worked in the Financial Sector and thereafter in Investment Banking...2024-09-041h 38