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The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP. 22 | The Art of Leadership – Balancing Empathy and Performance with Ravi KantIn this episode of The Learning Curve, Rajiv Jayaraman engages with Ravi Kant, former Managing Director – Vice Chairman of TATA Motors, discussing transformative leadership in the face of industrial disruption. Ravi shares insights on his bold decisions, the importance of trust, and the need for empathy in leadership. He emphasizes the concept of 'leading from the back' to create powerful teams and navigate the complexities of modern organizations. The conversation also touches on the balance between performance and empathy, the role of trust in leadership, and the need for a cultural shift in organizations to foster resilience and adaptability.
2025-07-2151 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP. 21 | The Role of AI in Shaping HR Practices ft. Dr. Fermin DiezIn this episode of The Learning Curve, Amandeep Singh Kohli, Chief Business Officer – APAC, KNOLSKAPE engages with Dr. Fermin Diez, a leading voice in HR analytics and human capital strategy. They explore the evolving landscape of HR in the age of AI, discussing the balance between data-driven decisions and human insight, the challenges organizations face in adopting AI, and the importance of linking HR analytics to business outcomes. Dr. Diez shares valuable insights from his extensive experience across various cultures and sectors, emphasizing the need for passion in recruitment and the role of trust in organizational success.
2025-07-0741 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP. 20 | Navigating Leadership in Uncertain Times with Jeff OrlandoIn this episode of the Learning Curve podcast, Jeff Orlando, Chief Learning Officer at Bristol Myers Squibb, and Dr. Ritwik Mishra, Chief Client Officer at KNOLSKAPE, discuss the evolving landscape of leadership development amidst uncertainties and digital transformation. They explore the importance of followership, the role of AI in learning, and the essential skills leaders need in today's fast-paced environment. The conversation also delves into cultural readiness for AI implementation, the significance of empathy in leadership, and the attributes that make a successful Chief Learning Officer (CLO).
2025-06-1644 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEp. 19 | The Journey of Women in Leadership featuring Dr. Alison MaitlandIn this enlightening conversation, Dr. Alison Maitland, Consulting Director at Becoming International and Jason Smith, AVP explore the evolving landscape of leadership, particularly focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women leaders. They discuss the impact of societal and organizational contexts on leadership journeys, the persistent gender pay gap, and the hidden biases that women encounter in the workplace. Dr. Maitland emphasizes the importance of empowering women to embrace their authentic selves and the need for organizations to dismantle systemic barriers. The conversation also touches on the role of language, the influence of the pandemic, and the...2025-06-0240 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP.18 | The Human-Centered Leadership Advantage with Adam PacificoLeadership today demands more than expertise. In this episode, Adam Pacifico shares why vulnerability, curiosity, and human-centered leadership are the real differentiators in the age of AI and uncertainty. Tune in as we explore how leaders can build resilience, flex their styles, and create impact by fostering learning cultures and psychological safety in their organizations.
2025-05-2051 min
Engage for SuccessRadio Show #588 How AI is Used to Scale Coaching InitiativesGuest: Vidhi Thakker: Global Director
Vidhi Thakker | Global Director, Talent and Organizational Effectiveness, VML Vidhi Thakker is a global talent and organizational development leader driven by a passion for creating environments that inspire individuals to realize their full potential. With experience spanning the US, UK, APAC, New Zealand, and India, she brings a truly global perspective to creating impactful talent strategies that resonate across cultures. Grounded in her Social-Organizational Psychology background from Columbia University, combined with experiences as a Group Relations Consultant, and honed through roles at Deloitte, KNOLSKAPE, and AIESEC, Vidhi combines psychological insight with sharp business acumen. In...2025-05-0830 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP.17 | Compassion, Change & the Future of Work ft. Sanjay BhattacharyaIn this episode of The Learning Curve, Manu Nanda, Chief Business Officer at KNOLSKAPE, is joined by Sanjay Bhattacharya — Managing Director and Head of People and Organizational Change, Middle East at Protiviti. With over 25 years of experience across HR strategy, rewards, and transformation, Sanjay shares deep insights on building future-ready, human-centered organizations in the age of AI and automation. From adapting HR strategies across sectors to the evolution of total rewards, leadership readiness, and the underestimated power of change management—this conversation is packed with actionable wisdom for today’s HR professionals and organizational leaders. Sanjay also explores how the Mi...2025-05-0628 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP.16 | Driving Lasting Behavioral Change Through Learning ft. Chris TaylorHow can organizations move beyond knowledge transfer to real-world behavior change? In this episode, Chris Taylor, Founder of Actionable.co, joins us to explore why public commitment, context, and consistent reinforcement are the real keys to impactful learning—and why the future of L&D must focus on measurable, human-centered transformation.
2025-04-291h 04
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP.15 | Bots & Beyond: Role of Skills, Culture, and Engagement with Serkan DeveciIn this episode, Serkan Deveci, Global HR Head – International Sales at Google, shares powerful insights on leadership, culture transformation, and human engagement in the age of AI. From neuroscience to decision-making and the power of personalized leadership, this conversation is packed with wisdom on building future-ready teams through connection, growth, and purpose.
2025-04-2135 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP.14 | Rethinking Leadership for a Human-Centric Future with Adam Oswald-WilsonIn this episode, Jason Smith and Adam Oswald-Wilson explore the intersection of sports psychology, leadership, and performance in today’s AI-powered workplaces. They discuss the value of a human-first approach, emotional intelligence, and personalized development, while sharing practical strategies to build culture, drive accountability, and balance high performance with wellbeing.
2025-04-1452 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP.13: The L&D Paradoxes with Edmund MonkIn this episode of The Learning Curve, Edmund Monk, CEO of the Learning and Performance Institute joins Rajiv Jayaraman to explore the evolution of workplace learning and the conundrums that exist in this space. From AI ethics to learning cultures across sectors, Edmund shares deep insights on the convenience-efficacy paradox, the power of human-centered facilitation, and why L&D must drive performance—not just content consumption.
2025-04-0756 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP.12 | Future of Creator Economy with Ankur MehraHow many followers does it take to make real money online? In this episode of The Learning Curve, Ankur Mehra busts creator economy myths, shares monetization strategies, and discusses how cultural nuance, tech evolution, and loyal communities are reshaping the future of content and work.
2025-03-2849 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP. 11 | Talent Transformation in Culturally Diverse Regions with Effin JamalludinIn our latest episode of the Learning Curve powered by KNOLSKAPE, Effin Jamaluddin, Executive Director at Singlife, shares insights on talent retention, leadership development, and the future of L&D in a rapidly evolving world. From his journey as a prison psychologist to shaping corporate leaders, this episode explores the mindset, skills, and strategies needed to thrive.
2025-03-2551 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP. 10 | Organization Development and Transformation with Gunjan ShroffIn this episode of The Learning Curve, host Manu Nanda sits down with Gunjan Shroff, Partner - People & Organization Advisory at KPMG Lower Gulf, to discuss the evolving workforce landscape. They explore AI-driven transformation, leadership development, and the shift to skill-based economies. Learn how adaptability, inclusion, and a digital mindset are key to building a future-ready workforce. Tune in now!
2025-03-0328 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEP. 09 | Leading with Purpose: Aligning Leadership Priorities with Anser AlyIn this episode of The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPE, Rajiv Jayaraman speaks with Anser Aly, Head of Global Learning and Leadership Development Centre at Unilever. They discuss the paradox of leadership training—why it’s a top priority yet often underfunded—while exploring the evolving role of leadership, the power of purpose, and strategies for thriving in a hybrid world. Tune in for insightful takeaways on building impactful leaders.
2025-02-1745 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEp. 08 | Workplace Transformation in the Age of AI with Andrew Whyatt-SamesIn this episode of The Learning Curve, Jason Smith speaks with Andrew Wyatt Sames, co-founder of Uptake AI, about organizational transformation in the AI era. They explore AI’s impact on leadership, workplace culture, and learning. Andrew emphasizes AI literacy, overcoming adoption barriers, and leveraging AI for productivity. He cautions that AI isn’t replacing jobs—but those who embrace it will thrive. His final advice: “It’s happening. Get started.”
2025-02-0335 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEp. 07 | Building Future-Ready Banks: Insights from Deepak SharmaIn this episode of The Learning Curve, Rajiv Jayaraman hosts Deepak Sharma, a seasoned digital leader attributed with several transformations in the banking industry. Deepak shares his journey from pioneering digital banking with Kotak Mahindra Bank’s 811 initiative to leading transformative AI-powered strategies. The discussion delves into the evolution of banking, the role of leadership in navigating uncertainty, and the importance of redefining trust in a digital-first world. Listen in to gain actionable insights on building customer-centric ecosystems, fostering innovation, and preparing for the next wave of digital transformation.
2025-01-2151 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEp. 06 | Being an Avid Learner with Sunder Ramachandran and Vivek GambhirJoin us for another thought-provoking episode of The Learning Curve as Sunder Ramachandran and Vivek Gambhir share actionable insights on curiosity-driven learning, AI’s transformative role, and the power of investing in yourself with a “Learning SIP.” Learn how to stay relevant, navigate career transitions, and build resilience in an ever-changing world.
2025-01-0649 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEp. 05 | Love at Work: Transforming Teams and Leadership with Dr. Corrie BlockIn this episode of The Learning Curve, Dr. Corrie Block, award-winning strategist, delves into leadership, vulnerability, and innovation. He shares insights on balancing strengths, executive coaching, and creating future-ready workplaces. Drawing from his bestsellers Love at Work and Spartan CEO, Dr. Block offers strategies to unlock team potential, embrace AI, and build cultures of trust and growth.
2024-12-0945 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEp. 04 | Humanizing the Workplace with Rahul VarmaIn this episode of The Learning Curve Podcast, Rajiv Jayaraman chats with Rahul Varma, global HR leader and Sapien Labs board member, on mental health, leadership, and growth. Rahul shares his journey from battling asthma to transforming HR at Accenture, tackling topics like Gen Z challenges, mental well-being, and productivity. Discover actionable insights on creating purpose-driven, empathetic workplaces for a rapidly evolving world.
2024-11-2655 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEp. 03 | Workplace Redefined: A Conversation with Sheena MinhasIn the latest episode of the Learning Curve Podcast, Sheena Minhas, Group Head of End-to-End Talent COE and Group HR, HRS at STMicroelectronics shares insights on navigating the challenges of the evolving workplace dynamics. She also shares personal lessons from her experience transitioning from the defence to the corporate world. Discover her unique perspectives on effective, purpose-driven leadership and workforce management across different cultures and settings.
2024-11-1142 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEp. 02 | The Science of Happiness with Dr. Raj RaghunathanIn this special episode of The Learning Curve podcast, Dr. Raj Raghunathan joins us to delve into the power of happiness in the workplace. He discusses how leaders can foster a positive mindset and build a balanced, engaged culture that empowers employees to thrive both personally and professionally.
Listen in to explore actionable insights into leadership, well-being, and the essential role happiness plays in achieving sustainable productivity.
2024-10-2845 min
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEEp. 01 | Gen-AI's Impact on Leadership and Talent with Avnish SabharwalExplore how leaders can leverage Generative AI to drive innovation and transform talent strategies. Avnish Sabharwal, MD of Accenture Ventures & Open Innovation, shares insights on AI's influence on leadership and evolving skills for an AI-driven world.
Tune in for his expert take on human-centric growth in the age of Gen-AI.
2024-10-1441 min
NextGen Podcast | The Institute of Sales ProfessionalsThe EPN podcast | Jason Smith (AVP & Head of Growth, UK @ KNOLSKAPE)Hollywood... Scrap that, history hasn't exactly painted sales in the best light. As a result, there is a stigma that surrounds the profession. This podcast has been created to give young professionals an insight into what a career in sales looks like and shares tips and guidance on where to start and what pitfalls to avoid if they desire to pursue a career in sales.
In this session, we are joined by Jason Smith, who has worked in sales in both B2C & B2B environments, and built and led B2B sales team. J...2024-03-1221 min
UnoTumblerEpisode 3: Knolskape LearningsHow a storytelling engineer, created a market leading L&D company!
In Episode 3 of UnoTumbler stories, we are in conversation with Rajiv, Founder & CEO at Knolskape. Knolskape is a Learning & Development company which develops experiential and gamified learning content for corporates. Always creatively inclined, Rajiv dabbled with theatre & short filmmaking before embarking on a journey of entrepreneurship. A lower than expected outcome in a learning class sparked the idea of marrying technology and learning - and Knolskape was born!
Hear how Knolskape started off with learning solutions for universities - where CXO's used their products...2023-06-221h 06
The Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEBuilding Confidence with Monique FeltonOnce more we welcome our friend, Monique Felton, an EAP and occupational rehab counsellor. In this raw and engaging episode, we dive into the world of confidence. What it is, how we can grow it and how can parents, including second time parents increase theirs.
This episode adds to the topics discussed in Episode 8 but can also be listened to as a standalone episode. We touch on how to work on different roles as parents, how to heal from past trauma and self-worth.
Monique is a registered Rehabilitation and EAP Counsellor and has worked in co...2022-04-2646 minThe Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEBody Image and Post Pregnancy Health and Fitness with Monique FeltonPregnancy, parenting and everything in between is quite the journey. It brings some amazing things, like growing a human and getting to know your body in a different way. However, it can also come with some unexpected things like feeling disconnected from your body, a change in your body image – both positive and negative, creating a new identity and everything in between.
This episode will delve into body image and the changes that you can experience pre-and-post-pregnancy. Diana and Monique discuss healing post-pregnancy and reconnecting with your body.
Monique is a registered Rehabilitation and EAP Cou...2022-04-1952 minThe Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEMental Health Wellbeing, Creating Emotionally Supportive Environments for FamiliesIn this episode we interview clinical psychologist and dear friend Anne Woodcroft-Brown. Anne is a clinical psychologist, working with primary aged children. She is a first time mum sharing her experiences with us, using her psychology background to give tips on mental health wellbeing and creating emotionally supportive environments.
In this episode we discuss some very important topics on mental health wellbeing, ways to keep yourself feeling well and creating an emotionally supportive environment in your relationships.
*Please note, this information is not intended to be taken as professional advice.
Resources:
...2022-04-1251 minThe Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEGuy Smith - Buying a Family Home in a Hot Real Estate Market Part IIPart II of Episode 6
Making the decision to enter the property market is an exciting, albeit, nerve wracking one for many families. The time commitments to get to inspections, deal with multiple agents and truly understanding what your family needs can cause stress and pressure on those involved. Amplify this by a hot market we are seeing in Brisbane has seen families outbid, or paying 30% above asking price and many families feeling like getting into the market is now impossible.
In today’s episode we interview Guy Smith, Head Buyer’s agent for Providence Property Grou...2022-04-0535 minThe Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEGuy Smith - Buying a Family Home in a Hot Real Estate Market Part IPart I of Episode 6
Making the decision to enter the property market is an exciting, albeit, nerve wracking one for many families. The time commitments to get to inspections, deal with multiple agents and truly understanding what your family needs can cause stress and pressure on those involved. Amplify this by a hot market we are seeing in Brisbane has seen families outbid, or paying 30% above asking price and many families feeling like getting into the market is now impossible.
In today’s episode we interview Guy Smith, Head Buyer’s agent for Providence Property Grou...2022-03-2932 minThe Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEBuilding Healthy HabitsIn this episode Diana interviews Stuart about habits and we go deep into how you can build healthy habits into your life to help you achieve your goals. This is a really practical episode so sit back and enjoy.
References from our discussion
The Habit Loop:
https://nesslabs.com/habits-routines-rituals - article that summarises habits and routines
https://www.amazon.com.au/Power-Habit-Why-What-Change/dp/1847946240/ - (Book) The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do, and How to Change by Charles Duhigg
https://jamesclear.com/habit-triggers - The Habit Loop by J...2022-03-2243 minThe Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPECreating Sustainable Boundaries Pt. 2This episode is part 2 and a continuation from last week’s episode on boundaries where we delve deep into creating successful and sustainable boundaries with your loved ones. Hear from our own counselling expert, Diana, tips and tricks to create lasting boundaries. If you didn’t listen to part 1, we recommend starting there before listening to this episode.
This episode is chock full of good information, we recommend having a pen and paper, one note or your phone ready to write down information. Take down the bits that you like and leave the rest!
We have de...2022-03-1520 minThe Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPECreating Sustainable Boundaries Pt. 1In this episode we delve deep into creating successful and sustainable boundaries with your loved ones. Hear from our own counselling expert, Diana, tips and tricks to create lasting boundaries. This episode is chock full of good information, we recommend having a pen and paper, one note or your phone ready to write down information. Take down the bits that you like and leave the rest!
We have decided to split this episode into 2 out of respect for your time. Next week we will release part 2 where we continue on with boundaries by focusing on the practical s...2022-03-0835 minThe Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEFirst Trimester Anxiety, Health and SupportFirst of all, we would like to apologise for the lower sound quality this week, we had some technical issues!
In this episode we delve into the world of first trimester pregnancy.
Anxiety can be a real problem for expecting mums, particularly during first trimester. Health of baby, personal health and body image, impact to career and other areas of life can all invoke a sense of losing control over things you may have taken for granted. On top of that, many expecting parents are unsure if their experience is 'normal' or expected.
He...2022-02-2336 minThe Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEPublic vs Private Health Care During PregnancyIn Australia we have a great public health system where a large portion of treatments including the care during pregnancy and delivery are paid for by the government which we are very lucky to have. We do also have the option to go for private medical care depending on a few things including your private health insurance cover.
In this episode Stuart and Diana uncovers what it actually means for parents when choosing health care for the delivery of their child. Choosing between the public and private health care system is far more than simply an economic...2022-02-1624 minThe Learning Curve by KNOLSKAPEPregnancy Planning for New ParentsIn our first episode, Stuart chats with his wife, Diana about their experience during their first pregnancy. They talk about and provide advice on practical solutions to organising yourself as a newly expecting parent, things to consider with your work and maternity leave as well as social tips that you will have to navigate during pregnancy.
Diana Earl is a qualified counsellor with a focus on families, relationships and youth.
If you would like to get in contact with Diana you can reach her on her website: https://www.vida-life.com.au/
For mo...2022-02-0743 min
SaaS Whispers: The SaaS Management PodcastWhat We Learnt Analyzing 32M SaaS Usage Transactions with Team ZluriSethu Meenakshisundaram and Chaithanya Yambari are the co-founders of Zluri, the SaaS management platform. Zluri is their second venture, before which they were a part of the founding team at Knolskape and helped it scale across 30 countries. Sethu is one of the cofounders of Zluri, the SaaS management for IT teams. He leads revenue operations and customer success as part of his role. He’s passionate about quizzing, board games, and photography. His retirement plan is to operate a board game bistro in one of the touristy spots of Southeast Asia.Chaithanya is also one of...2021-05-1847 min
Marketing MantraEp. #36 - "The Millennials" Author Subramanian Kalpathi InterviewIn this episode, we'll be joined by Subramanian Kalpathi, author of "The Millennials." He will talk about the collaboration challenges faced by millennials and what entrepreneurs can do to foster a culture of collaboration.
This episode is hosted by Raksha Shenoy, who worked with Subramanian Kalpathi at KNOLSKAPE.
About Subramanian Kalpathi
Subramanian Kalpathi (Subbu) began his career as an L&D specialist with Infosys Technologies Ltd in 2006. Hired as a Software Engineer from campus, he signed up for the role of a Learning Professional and trained over 2500 freshers and lateral hires over a per...2019-10-1026 min
The MBA JamEpisode #018 : Maheshwar Ramakrishnan | SP Jain MBA | Software Development to Product ManagementMaheshwar Ramakrishnan has done his MBA from SP Jain, one of the popular MBA institutions in India. Mahesh is currently Product Manager at Walmart Labs in India. After his Bachelors in Life Sciences from NUS in Singapore, he started his career as Web Developer at PropertyGuru, following which he had a brief stint at starting his own company called Cranium Media, which was a platform connecting freelance photographers and companies / individuals who required photography services.
After his MBA, he moved into Product Management, starting as a Product Manager and advancing to the position of Senior Director of Product Management at...2017-09-1800 min