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Voice of AchieversVoice of AchieversFood & Workplaces, Modern Parenting & 90's Nostalgia Ft. Maria GorettiIn this episode of our Wonderwomen Series, we explore the intersection of creative pursuits, technology, cultural understanding in workplaces, women, prioritization, and self-care in the workplace. Maria Goretti Warsi is not just a celebrity chef, television presenter, author, and actor – she's a powerhouse of talent and innovation. Her journey from the glamour of the entertainment industry to the world of delectable dishes and literary excellence is a testament to her multifaceted perso...2023-08-1727 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversLeveraging AI for Talent Management Ft Neville PostwallaOn our next People & HR series, we are speaking with Neville Postwalla, the AVP – Talent Management at Harbinger Group, who brings a wealth of experience in HR and organizational communication.Throughout this enlightening conversation, Neville shares his expertise on leveraging AI across the recruitment, talent management, and feedback cycle. As the recipient of multiple HR awards, he has spearheaded various initiatives at Harbinger, including managing Talent Acquisition, CSR, internal co...2023-07-3035 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversReebok & the Shoemakers Story Ft Joe Foster & Julie FosterIn this special Trailblazers edition of Voice of Achievers, we have the privilege of hosting Joe Foster, the esteemed founder of Reebok, who shares his invaluable insights and experiences as an entrepreneur and people manager, scaling his shoemaking business to a 4 billion dollar company. Joe is affectionately joined by Julie Foster, the foil and the pillar in the form of a partner and companion to the enthusiastic JoeJoe has graciously shared his remarkable journey in his book, "Shoemaker," ...2023-07-191h 04Voice of AchieversVoice of AchieversComplexities of Adulthood- Making Sense of Work & Careers Ft Alice in WonderlandAdulting isn’t easy!The right career choice, the right course, internships, Jobs, Mentors, Friends and amidst all of this the fun life that’s fleeting away.We take you down the rabbit hole, and bring back Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Only this time, you’re looking through the glass of coping with the complexities of adulthood.Existential questions like Who are we? And Why are we here are explored while the reins of your story shall still remain in your own hands.Let the story on this episode immerse you into...2023-06-2518 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversCommunicating Difficult Decisions Effectively Ft. The Lion KingLeaders, managers, and entrepreneurs may sometimes be bearers of bad news, or may have to make difficult decisions.More often than not, when communicated, difficult decisions like layoffs, paycuts, or even pausing a project with a client may evoke instant emotional reactions.Or worse, leave lasting scars, or affect relationships.In this short episode, we talk about communicating difficult decisions clearly, effectively yet, gracefully!Dialogue & Image courtesy: The Lion King, DisneyMusic ...2023-05-0905 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversPlanet-First Entrepreneurship & Pivoting into Business later in careers Ft Disha ShahHow do you validate a hypothesis and how deep should your market research be when stepping into a business?We’re talking sustainable entrepreneurship, corporate leaders turning entrepreneurs at the peak of their leadership careers, younger vs more seasoned founders, the relevance of market research, validating problem statements and working capital, and more in this episode.Our guest is Disha Shah who comes with 15 + years of a track record in leadership & business development across indu...2023-04-2533 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversTransforming into Managerial & CXO Positions Ft Advait KurlekarHow do CXOs handle and manage conflicts?How can younger leaders deal with more experienced team members or vice versa?In the next part of the conversation with Advait we are reading between the lines and observing nuances behavioural and attitude changes within leaders, managers and CXOs as designations change and roles & responsibilities evolve a notch higher.Advait is the CEO, at Upohan Management Consultants, specializing in Business Strategy, HR Consulting, CXO Coaching, and Process I...2023-04-1016 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversOrganizational Goal Setting & HR Audits Ft. Advait KurlekarHow do you effectively manage company goals with people goals?Setting KRs and KPIs ; the most important; yet the most challenging tasks for organizations each quarter.We address HR Audits and what they mean, building KRs and KPIs, Organizational Restructuring and its need, and marrying company goals with people goals.Our guest is Advait Kurlekar, CEO, at Upohan Management Consultants, specializing in Business Strategy, HR Consulting, CXO Coaching, and Process Improvement. Advait comes within ...2023-04-0421 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversNormalizing Therapy & Professional Counselling at Work Ft Charlie Brown75% of employees report dealing with a mental health issue, yet 8 out of 10 of those employees don’t seek help due to shame and stigma. Mental health costs employers $225 billion per year in lost productivity. This is beyond a smart investment, rather, a necessary one for the future of work. We observe normalizing therapy for modern professionals & entrepreneurs from the lens of Charlie Brown, a popular (fictional) cartoon character from Peanuts (Charles Shulz).Original Mus...2023-03-2805 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversSelf-Worth, Child Birth, Fletcherism & Wellness @ Work Ft Vaishali JogTalking about self-worth often begins with weighing oneself on the physical or competitive scaleOften overlooked, but capable of making one deeply uncomfortable, self-worth and self-acceptance are key to psychological wellness.In this #Women’s History Month special episode, our guest is Vaishali Jog, a corporate professional turned health expert and fletcherism coach. After embracing motherhood, Vaishali decided to switch professions and while training her mind and body and bringing them back...2023-03-2118 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversIntentions vs Actions & Nurturing Relationships with Oneself Ft Nancy KatyalHow do we fix the gap between intention and actions?What contributes to making better judgment?Our guest is Nancy Katyal a Published Author, Leadership Consultant and Lead Executive Presence Coach. Nancy is one of the leading voices in the Corporate Circle having transformed millions of leaders at various levels across geographies. She is a LIMCA Book & GUINNESS world record holder and is also a visiting professor in top B-schools like IIM & MIT University.Listen to her talk abou...2023-03-0923 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversWomen Uplifting Women- Cheerleaders @ Work and Beyond“Nothing sustains motivation better than belonging to a tribe that uplifts and serves as a sounding board. It transforms a personal quest into a shared one.”- James Clear, Atomic Habits As more and more women drive households, teams, organizations, and nations, we take a quick moment to recognize a force that they reckon with.Dive into this short and crisp episode discovering womanly bonds and dive right out to connect with your cheerleader! ...2023-02-2803 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversSelf-Love & Prioritizing YOU Ft. Rashmi RameshWith multiple forms of love that exist, self-love and one that brings you at peace and makes you one with yourself is perhaps the most valued one. Amidst the hectic schedules that you have , how do you make time and find the cool new hacks to enjoy the process of movement & practice SELF-LOVE. For, YOU are important! Our guest is Rashmi Ramesh, a Yogalates teacher turned Entrepreneur. She runs Yogalates with Rashmi and Yoga Guppy for kids making yoga fun and transforming li...2023-02-1318 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversFear, Uncertainty, Self-Reflection & Leadership Ft Vishwas ParchureWhy do leaders deal with fear?How should leaders approach self-reflection?How can they build the decision making muscle?Our guest is Mr Vishwas Parchure who is the founder and Chief Facilitator at Experiential Leadership Institute. He has designed and developed experiential education programs and trained senior corporate leaders, and teachers alike. With 12 years corporate experience and over 3 decades of experience in the field of education (children & adults), Vishwas brings to his faci...2023-02-0724 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversBuilding Awareness, Community & Doing Less Ft. Chetan VohraWhy is thinking our survival kit and how should awareness be nurtured in an over hyper world.If adults start thinking like children, what changes and how can it help them?We deep dive into doing less in a hyper world, on building childlike curiosity and community on this episode.Our guest today is Chetan Vohra, an entrepreneur, writer, cinematographer and thinker. Chetan is a cinematographer, and author of a unique book series called Sochu- a series of books for young children as much as one ...2023-01-3019 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversThoughtfulness in the WorkplaceIn a world that thrives in virtual meetings and hybrid workplaces often connected globally yet remotely, often serendipitous acts of thoughtfulness and playfulness are lost.We revisit and rekindle some acts so you can build up from there making your workplace environments more thoughtful than they are!May voices be heard, and may thoughtfulness not be murdered amidst the chain of words!Music- Shane IversQuote in podcast- Kahlil GibranWe’re listening to you.Don’t forget to follow us on Spotify...2023-01-2403 minVoice of AchieversVoice of Achievers18 Questions with CXOs & Leaders - Sowing seeds of leadershipSeeds of new ideas, new thoughts, and new approaches are sown as we enter the new year.In this festive special of Voice of Achievers, we combine and blend some of the best leadership, and managerial advice from CXOs and thought leaders across industries.Dive in so you can examine and insamine some of your approaches as you step up and sow the seeds to level up as leaders, managers, CXOs, and people as you hear these stalwarts.Practical, and experiential advice packaged for you. Soak...2023-01-1729 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversRests, Pauses & Breaks Ft Preeti AcharyaRests and breaks are often confined to vacations, or Netflix and chill. Yet these activities may not necessarily help the body and the mind recharge.What does resting, pausing, and recharging really entail and how can we achieve the best out of rest?Also, how does one achieve guilt-free rests and pauses?This holiday season, let’s hold nothing back and go all in to achieve the optimum rest that we all may need.Preeti Acharya is the founder of Fitcue who practices and teaches Yoga, and Animal f...2022-12-2722 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversOn Ending Workplace Relationships- Of Farewells & GoodbyesWe dive deep into discovering the art of managing goodbyes, and ending workplace relationships meaningfully.As we progress in our lives and careers, learning how to embrace farewells, and goodbyes from colleagues, vendors, best employees, or favorite managers et al. become inevitable.So, while we bid farewell to a calendar year, we discover and re-imagine the professional goodbye and the art of ending professional relationships meaningfully. Dive in and feel free to contribute with your ...2022-12-2005 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversThe Landscape of PR - Organizational strategy, Careers & moreHow can organizations/stratups create the perfect PR strategies?How should PR professionals approach clients, and the media?What value can modern communications professionals bring to organizations?Our guest is Mr Hemant Gaule, Co-Founder and Dean, School of Communications & Reputation (SCoRe), India’s only institute dedicated to education and research in public relations. He was a Co-founder & Director of Citizens of Accountable Governance, a team that spearheaded the national electi...2022-12-0524 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversOn Praising & Recognizing ColleaguesPraising & recognizing the efforts of colleagues, employees and peers is an art.This thanksgiving we dive into the art of recognizing colleagues and peers irrespective of designation and with the least expectations through the lens of researched studies.May you listen to this quick episode and act immediately.May you become the complimenter or the complemented!Words & Voice- Yashika BegwaniResearch Study References- Gallup (2006)Drop us a note on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitt...2022-11-2805 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversSexual Harassment, POSH, Safety & Layoffs Ft Jahanara PathanWhat may be categorized as appropriate vs inappropriate behaviour at work?When should organizations think about POSH or prevention of sexual harassment policies at the workplace?How should people managers make workplaces safer & how can they deal with layoffs?On this episode of our special people & HR series we discuss psychological and physical safety, sexual harassment policies in workplaces, dealing with layoffs & more.Our guest is Ms Jahanara Pathan, founder of the J Edficatio...2022-11-1432 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversPsychological Safety, Support & Decision Making Ft James BrookHow can people managers truly become allies and support their teams?How can they create psychologically safe environments that promote creativity and curiosity?On Part 2 of our interaction with James Brook, we dive deep into people managers turning mentors, pushing team members while creating safe environments and leading them towards constant progressive paths.Note: Mr James Brook, is an entrepreneur, business psychologist, and leadership coach based in the UK with 3 decades of experience in...2022-11-0812 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversOn Nurturing Strengths & Building Trust in Teams Ft. James BrookHow should leaders deal with mistakes?How can strengths psychology be used to power teams?We decode aspects of strengths psychology for achieving peak performance, embracing vulnerability, dealing with mistakes, building and nurturing trust and more on this special episode from our mini People and HR series.Our guest Mr James Brook, an entrepreneur, business psychologist and leadership coach based in the UK with 3 decades of experience in assessment, talent and leadership development and coac...2022-10-3122 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversUnlearning in HR, Collective Experiences & Social Entrepreneurship Ft Bindu VinodhanWhat’s the role of emotion in HR?Can some facets of HR blend with social entrepreneurship?Finding space for emotions while making rational decisions can be challenging. Listen to some heart-warming social impact stories while we find the sweet spot between people management, social entrepreneurship, and emotions, and unlearn some facets of HR in this special episode.Our guest is Bindu Vinodhan, an ICF-certified executive coach, and an HR professional with almost 3 decades of experience in Lea...2022-10-1815 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversBuilding Courage, Inclusivity & A Learning Culture Ft Bindu VinodhanCan courage be taught?How can people managers inculcate learning cultures?Is it harder for people to digest if women are calling the shots?On this episode of our special People & HR series, we discuss topics ranging from inclusive leadership, inculcating a learning culture, finding and transforming lenses and world views, and more.Our guest is Bindu Vinodhan, an ICF-certified executive coach, and an HR professional with almost 3 decades of experience in Learning and Development. She is th...2022-10-1130 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversPerformance Management, Competency Mapping & Downsizing Ft Suresh PugalenthiWhat can people managers do to enhance the competencies of average performing team members?How do they deal with downsizing or letting go of staff?How do people managers decide when and how employees must be rewarded or recognized for their work?We connect the dots and build a framework for competencies, rewards, failures, and more in this special episode of our mini People & HR series on Voice of Achievers.Our guest is Mr Suresh Pugalenthi, Head HR, India Operations at Wipro. With 23+ ye...2022-10-0329 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversBuilding Winning Teams through Authentic Leadership FT Manu SaigalHow can technology and human emotion blend to find and retain the right talent?How can one set up diverse yet close-knit teams, especially in the hybrid world of work?We continue our People and HR series with a focus on bringing in talent, and engaging and retaining them. We also cover how the understanding of various business functions shapes up people management functions on this episode.Ms Manu Saigal is the Director, General Staffing at Adecco India.With over 2 decades of experience in tu...2022-09-2626 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversSpotting, Retaining, Managing & Training Talent Ft Yuvaraj SrivastavaHow do you work with people and teams that you do not know well?Can training & policy making be outsourced to team members instead of enforcing rules?As technology and AI take over various job functions, how will the role of the modern people manager evolve?On Episode 101, of our special People & HR Series at Voice of Achievers, we discuss all this and more with our guest. Mr. Yuvaraj Srivastava is the Group CHRO at MakeMyTrip which encompasses MakeMyTrip, GoIbibo and RedBus. He has s...2022-09-1232 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversValues & Workplace RelationshipsOn episode 100 of Voice of Achievers, we continue the People & HR Series and address an integral aspect in the workplace, in business, in relationships, and in life.We talk about values, and their relevance in the workplace.Come walk with us through this super short episode as we tread the paths exploring your core values, beliefs, and your self. Words by- Yashika BegwaniOriginal music by Shane IversQuote by Charles Dickens Drop us a note on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or Twit...2022-08-2205 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversBuilding Trust & Dealing with Multicultural Teams Ft Jill SheldekarHow do you chart your career trajectory in a country and a culture you weren’t born in?As teams and organizations become global, how can you truly deal with differences, and build multicultural teams?We continue our People & HR series with a focus on embracing diverse teams, people from various cultures and building trust and dealing with difference within global teams.Our guest Jill Sheldekar is an intercultural practitioner and has been helping individuals and organizations develop cult...2022-08-0934 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversCareer Breaks, Transitions & Building Employee Wellness Systems Ft Hari SubramanianHow do you successfully explain a career break in your resume?What does it take to transition from a sector to another?How do you build wellness systems in the organization?We continue our People & HR mini series talking about facing employers after career breaks with successful explanations, transitions from one career path to another and also about building robust systems to manage employee wellness and implement systems at scale.Our guest is Hari Subramanian, an XLRI alumnus with 11+ y...2022-07-2629 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversOf Meaningful Disagreements, Dealing with Yes People & The Ego Ft. Harjeet KhandujaIs diplomacy important for people management?Why are conflicts and disagreements important?Dive into the world of dealing with the leader's ego, nurturing creativity in team members, and encouraging conflicts and disagreements, in our People and HR series with Mr. Harjeet Khanduja, VP, HR at Reliance Jio. Harjeet has worked with the Tata Group and Piramal in the past and has filed 3 patents in the area of HR Technology. He has won multiple awards and accolades for his contribution including t...2022-07-1823 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversEmpathetic Leadership, Managing Difficult People & Difficult Conversations Ft Sanjay JhaCan empathy and the emotional quotient be taught or learnt?What makes some conversationalists & some leaders stand out?From letting go of the ego, to difficult conversations, and dealing with difficult people, we delve into the art of people management, the art of the conversation, the heart and art of human relationships, and more in our special People and HR series.Our guest is Mr. Sanjay Jha, the Executive Director of the Dale Carnegie Training operations in India, which has a global e...2022-07-1233 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversPeople Management, Employee Retention & Motivation- An HR Entrepreneur's Perspective Ft Partha NeogWhat is sentiment analysis and what do you need to know ?What does a business school not prepare you for?How can entrepreneurs, managers and organizations, maintain employee motivation?We continue covering all things people management in our special People & HR Series.Our guest today is Partha Neog, the CEO and Co-founder of Vantage Circle, an HR tech company with clients spread across Asia, North America and Australia. With over two decades of expertise in product and executive managemen...2022-07-0431 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversFinding the right organization, Building Organizational Culture & Brand FT Gautam GhoshHow should people find the right organization to work with?How can people, and organizations build a culture and a brand?Aligning values with organizations, addressing workplace conflicts, bad bosses, and more on this episode as we cover digital and social HR in the first of the People & HR Series of Voice of Achievers.Our guest is Gautam Ghosh, an independent HR Consultant, specializing in employer branding, and helping organizations tell their stories by leveraging digital media. With o...2022-06-2731 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversWriting & Publishing your First Book Ft Vibha BatraMany of us secretly wish to write a book someday.What is the process of finding an idea, writing a book and the steps to get it published?Can you manage being an author while having a full time job?We’re breaking the dreamy myths and covering the bitter sweet realities of being a published author.Our guest is Ms. Vibha Batra an author, graphic novelist, advertising consultant, poet, lyricist, translator, playwright, scriptwriter, speaker, and creative writing mentor. She has published 19 book...2022-06-0620 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversCoffee Consultancy & the Coffee Business Ft Abhinav MathurWhat is coffee consulting & how can it be embraced as a career choice?How can you enter the coffee business as an entrepreneur?We talk about all things knowing your coffee, coffee careers, coffee startups & entrepreneurship on this episode.Our guest is Mr Abhinav Mathur, the CEO & MD of Kaapi Machines and Something’s Brewing, India’s distinguished coffee solutions companies.In his career spanning 15+ years, Abhinav has dabbled in various roles including product, marketing, an...2022-05-2432 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversMental Wellness in the Workplace ft Tom & JerryMental wellness amidst chaos and the hustle culture can be elusive.How do you find calm & peace in chaos and what steps can you take to build your mental muscle and find a balance?We rediscover mental wellness & look at emotional well-being through the Tom & Jerry lens this Mental Wellness Month!Original Music credit- Henri Mancini (2022-05-1605 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversBecoming inclusive as creators and professionals Ft Upasana MakatiHow can one be truly inclusive at work?What are some things we take for granted, and some things we must be mindful of when dealing with people around us and being truly inclusive to the diverse workforce?We speak to Upasana Makati, the founder of White Print, India’s first English lifestyle magazine in braille. An active Diversity and Inclusive advocate and consultant, Upasana is also an author for children trying to bring about a change in the D&I space.Hear her drop some truth bombs an...2022-05-0226 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversOf Womenly Bonds & Female FriendshipsWomen and Womenly Bonds.Female Friendships and Creating your Womanly TribeWe continue the #wonderwomen series but with a shortie. Told from the lens of the Powerpuff Girls combined with a research study and peppered with personal experience.Original Powerpuff Music Score Credit to Thomas Chase and Steve Rucker (under the copyright limit (2022-04-1905 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversTravelling to soak culture, for self-discovery, and Women travelling 'alone' Ft Monisha RajeshDoes travel really change you as a person or is it romanticised ?How do travel experiences shape personality, behaviour and impact careers?How can you make the most of travel experiences, what must you do for sure?On our #WonderWomen series, we speak to Monisha Rajesh, a serial traveller, explorer, writer, and author. She’s written Around India in 80 Trains which was named one of the top 10 books on India by The Independent. Her second book, Around the World in 80 Trains won th...2022-04-1239 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversPhD blends with Entrepreneurship & Women leading Agri-Tech Ft Dr. Renuka KarandikarA grandmother who drives the tractor.Using PhD and postdoctoral skills for entrepreneurship.Women in agri-tech startups, and making agri-tech careers and farming cool.On the #wonderwomen series, we have Dr Renuka Karandikar, an entrepreneur, with 17 years of research experience, & countless patents. Renuka is the CEO of BioPrime Agri Solutions (providing innovative products & solutions for farmers. Renuka has led growth, partnerships, built strategies and raised funds.Hear her talk ab...2022-03-2227 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversBelongingness, Culture & Leadership & Titles like C?O Ft Vandana Saxena PoriaFrom building people ecosystems, to quality interactions, to intercultural experiences shaping entrepreneurs, to women and their unique leadership qualities, hear some unique ways to approach leadership roles with this podcast.We continue our wonder women series with Vandana Saxena Poria OBE, an entrepreneur, intercultural specialist, trainer, author, mother.Born and raised in the UK Vandana came back to India to begin her entrepreneurial journey. She has worked with Ernst & Young in the ...2022-03-1430 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversChildren's Books for Adults, and Braving Anxiety Ft Yamini VijayanStress, Anxiety, Sadness, Worry, Grief - Can adults benefit from reading children’s books, especially as they deal with multiple emotions on a personal and professional level.How can young people, especially women deal with anxiety, psychological stress, and vulnerabilities?We continue the #wonderwomen series, with our guest Yamini Vijayan, a writer and editor based in Bangalore. She has worked as a senior editor with Pratham Books, a children's book publishing house, and also set up children...2022-03-0732 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversWomen in Technology, and the future of AI, ML & Data Science Ft Swati JainWhat do women bring to the table within the realm of AI and technology?With the ever-changing dynamics of technology, how can young people prepare for the future?We continue our #wonderwomen series with Ms. Swati Jain, one of the 50 Most Influential AI Leaders in India in 2021(Analytics Magazine). Ms. Jain is the VP, Decision Analytics at EXL Service where she leads a dynamic team of data scientists and AI/ML professionals impacting several Fortune 500 organizations. She comes with a rich exp...2022-02-2830 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversScience Illustration- The sweet spot between Science and Art Ft. Ipsa JainFrom science in laboratories to explaining scientific concepts as an illustrator and artist.We dive deep into the realms of science communication, science illustration, women in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM fields) and more in our #wonderwomen special series.Our guest Ipsa Jain is a science illustrator and author who comes with an interesting and rare combination of being a biologist and researcher blended with visual communication and scientific storytelling skills. Afte...2022-02-2135 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversEntrepreneurship & Women in Sports Journalism ft Kanthi D. SureshHow does entrepreneurship affect individuals and women in particular?Do we still tend to box certain careers with certain genders?On our Wonder Women special, we’re discussing entrepreneurship, journalism, and the sports landscape with women in the center.Our guest is Ms Kanthi Suresh the founder & editor-in-chief for Power Sportz, India’s first 24*7 digital sports channel. She has covered the Olympics in Beijing, Commonwealth Games, the Asian Games, etc., and comes with more than a decad...2022-02-1427 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversSurviving Work Weekends with a Partner in Crime Ft Calvin & HobbesAchieving deadlines while having fun with work partners, or colleagues on those boring, dreadful working weekends. Possible?We shouldn’t be working on weekends at all. But that’s an ideal world.Sometimes, you give in and deadlines or excessive work takes over.How do you actually make it interesting, or get past it, making it an event in your own right with your colleagues; your Hobbes?Or simply, alter the way you perceive the situation. Blending contemporary psychological research and fl...2022-02-0708 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversThe Entrepreneurial Spirit & Innovation in India Ft Ramanan RamanathanWhat is an entrepreneurial spirit, and is it only required for entrepreneurs?How can organizations, businesses and people stay resilient and serve their business and the nation while also nurturing innovation?Our guest Mr Ramanan Ramanathan was the first Mission Director of the Atal Innovation Mission, a part of Niti Ayog or the National Institution for Transforming India by the Government of India. The Atal Innovation mission is a flagship national innovation initiative aligned with UN ...2022-01-3134 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversBuilding a Reputation, Brands & Relationships, Long-Term Ft Siddharth VazeWhat is reputation management and why is it necessary? How do you build brands and relationships & What are some common qualities of leaders/CEOs? Our guest is Siddharth Vaze is the Host of The CEO's Chair, which is a popular talk show and the founder of Bearing Strategy which partners with global organizations and CXO's for reputation management and strategic communication services. Siddharth's efforts have inspired 45000+ people and organizations combined, and he also mentors ...2022-01-1728 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversThe CEO's position, Surrendering Ego & Leaving a Legacy ft. Gautam DuttaWhat does it take to become a CEO and continue thriving as in a pivotal leadership position?What happens to the role of mentors in a digital world?In the #coolcorporate series, we decode leadership, along with tenacity, building mental muscles to handle tough situations, peppered with the power of luck and leaving a legacy with our guest.Mr. Gautam Dutta is the CEO of PVR Limited and a seasoned professional with 28 years of professional experience. Under his leadership, Media Sales grew from ...2022-01-1028 minVoice of AchieversVoice of Achievers28 Career Questions- Looking Forward to 2022Experienced professionals, entrepreneurs, psychologists, and wellness experts answer 28 questions relevant across 2021 and 2022. This podcast is a collective of 28 nuggets of wisdom from the wonderful humans who’ve been on our show. They answer pertinent questions, share valuable perspectives, and deliver thought-provoking & slice of life experiences to cheer you up each time life bogs you down. The podcast is divided into 4 parts:(03:00) - Part 1: Of humble beginnings, the role...2022-01-0345 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversLeadership Mindset, Self-Doubt & Intrinsic Motivation Ft Vishal GuptaCan anyone become a leader? What sort of preparedness is required to embrace leadership?And when tasks become monotonous and mundane, how do you bring back enthusiasm and continue staying motivated?Our guest Vishal Gupta is an Associate Professor in Organizational Behaviour and the Chairperson of the Ashank Desai Centre for Leadership and Organisational Development at IIM Ahmedabad. Vishal has been training leaders and professionals of corporations such as Taj Group of Hotels, Ambuja Cements ...2021-12-2037 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversFailure, Mental Health & Entrepreneurship Ft. Chaitanya PurandareHow do entrepreneurs deal with failure? How do they overcome fear?Why entrepreneurship isn’t always about passion turning profession?And why must entrepreneurs be aware of their physical and mental capabilities?Our guest Chaitanya Purandare has been an entrepreneur for over 25 years and has dealt with success as he has with failure across businesses. He started as Managing Director at Stem One Biological and closely witnessed a downfall of a 25 crore company going down to zero. He now heads F...2021-12-1335 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversFirst Few Days at Work - Settling & Blending In Ft. Hansel & GretelA new workplace brings with it multiple emotions. While you’re excited about what lies ahead and the opportunities that might unfold, there’s always a sense of doubt, "What if I get lost?" or "How do I find my fit, my people?"In this short little episode, through the tale of Hansel & Gretel and through research & personal experience, we're dropping the breadcrumbs that might help you settle into a new workplace better and eventually find your workplace family.The 5 little steps, simpl...2021-11-2908 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversSales Strategies & Purpose Driven Branding Ft Manish AdvaniWhat is purpose-based branding?How do you crack a deal with tough clients?What are the selling strategies and tips to help you put your foot in the door?Our guest Mr Manish Advani is a renowned Corporate Trainer, Public Speaker and comes with an experience of working with Microsoft Canada, Jaguar, Mahindra SSG, Schindler and more across India, USA, Canada and the Middle East. Currently, he’s the founder at Mimo Potentio, and helps individuals hone their storytelling and leadership skills.&nbs...2021-11-2231 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversStartup Pitches, Women in Tech & Careers in AI Ft Rimjhim RayHow do founders prepare for their startup pitch?How is AI transforming the world and what are the career opportunities for young people in AI & Technology?Pitching to investors, finding the right city for your startup, women in technology, careers in AI and lots more on this podcast.Our guest is Rimjhim Ray, the Co-founder at Spotle.ai, India’s largest AI-powered career platform for millennials. She is a serial entrepreneur based out of Kolkata and is also an executive director and invest...2021-11-1536 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversDesign Thinking, Branding & Packaging Ft Ashwani KumarWhat is Design Thinking really and how can one apply it?How can creativity & design drive business results?What goes behind the wrappers, covers, and packets of products that you use or consume everyday? Our guest is Mr Ashwani Kumar, Chief of Design and Packaging at ITC Ltd(a leading FMCG brand in India). With over 30 years of diverse experience, he has worked with leading products across categories including Cigarettes and Tobaccos, Foods, Personal Care products, Hotels, Stationary...2021-11-0827 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversFinding Your Schedule & Releasing Burdensome Work Ft. Vikram & BetaalHow do you find a schedule, your own rhythm?What are the questions you need to ask yourself to never let the unending loop of work get to you especially with a work from home/study from home schedule?In our Achieve More (shorties), we deep dive into 5 important questions you need to find answers to, as you release burdensome and unending work and find your own schedule and rhythm. Original Music by Joseph Mc Dade Drop us a note on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter @voice_of_a...2021-11-0109 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversWomen making bold choices, voicing opinions & finding support Ft. Sonali MisraWhat does it take for a young woman to navigate her way to the top? How can women build a support system, express themselves, make bold decisions and find their voice? In our corporate career series, we chat with Sonali Misra who has been both the receiver and provider of support from and to women. Sonali is currently the Vice President and Head HR, India with Bain & Company and comes with a diverse experience of HR, consultancy, advertising and copywriting for 20 + years. She’s...2021-10-2529 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversNavigating Consultancy Careers & Life in an MNC Ft. Sonali MisraMarketing Consultant, Financial Consultant, HR Consultant et al.What does a consultancy career entail?How do you develop and nurture the skills for it?How do you handle a shift in career moves?And, how can a young professional navigate challenges and life at a multinational organization. In our corporate career series special, we discuss the above and more with Sonali Misra, Vice President and Head HR, India at Bain & Company. She began her HR career in 2000, with Genral Electri...2021-10-1926 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversWorkplace Friendships & Building Deep Connections at WorkWhy limit friendships to school and college, when you can thrive at work with deep connections and friendships? According to a Gallup report, people with a “best friend at work” are 7 times more likely to be engaged, happy and cheerful in their work. On the 50th episode of Season 3, we discuss forming, building and nurturing friendships in the workplace through the lens of Winnie the Pooh and Friends by AA Milne. How do you make friends at work?Why invest in building deep ...2021-08-2111 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversSaying No at Work and Politely Declining RequestsResearch shows that the more difficulty you have in saying NO, the more likely you are to experience stress, burnout, and even depression (three things that hinder your emotional intelligence).How do you say NO to unnecessary requests by friends, colleagues, relatives, bosses or clients?This super shortie blends personal experience and some research.Original Music by Joseph Mc Dade Drop us a note on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter@voice_of_achieversOr write in directly to e...2021-08-0708 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversThe Foreign Language - A Career Advantage? - Ft Disha ShahHow far does knowing a foreign language go in shaping your career?Can young professionals use foreign language as an advantage when exploring opportunities abroad?How can entrepreneurs leverage the power of language and culture while expanding to a different country?We explore foreign language, and culture along with finding opportunities and expanding and exploring as professionals and entrepreneurs in a different country.Our guest, Disha Shah, is a veteran in the Indo-German business commun...2021-08-0229 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversSensitivity, Environment & Social Impact Careers Ft Satya TripathiAs youngsters charting career paths and with ambitious dreams, can we really keep environmental impact at the core of the way we structure our career?From the structuring of the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals to a Caring Quotient, Kindness, and staggering statistics of India and the World's contribution to environmental issues- we cover it all on this episode.Our guest, Mr. Satya Tripathi is the Secretary-General of the Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet and has served wi...2021-07-2439 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversSkills of the FutureOn World Youth Skills Day, we discuss skills of the future in this special episode.Entrepreneurial, Professional, Creative, Global and Psychological skills that’ll help you thrive in a competitive world, cooked up together in this mashup with excerpts from experienced individuals.We answer questions like:What if you don't have a skill? Where do you begin?Which skills will stand the test of time?What are the skills that cannot be replaced by robots and AI?What are Globally relevant skills?How ...2021-07-1711 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversOvercoming Insecurities, Stand-Up & Cricket Comedy Ft. Vikram SathayeHow does one deal with the insecurities & embarrassment of failing?How did a marketing professional suddenly change gears and become a cricket humorist & stand-up comic?How is it living the life that millions dream of and really knowing the humans behind the sports personalities that we see on screens?Our guest Vikram Sathaye is a cricket humorist, stand-up artist, entrepreneur and author who has been a presenter on Sony max and Star sports. Vikram has been a pioneer in the Indian Sta...2021-07-0334 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversStudent Pressure & Career Plans in a Crisis Ft Fatema AgarkarHow do you plan your career moves amidst a crisis situation ?What sort of readiness is required for a career switch? Our guest is Ms Fatema Agarkar, the founder of The Agarkar Centre of Excellence (ACE) which is an initiative to combine sports and education for the upcoming generation. She’s a creative educator emphasizing the significance of sports, breaking age-old methods of teaching and urging the youth to think outside the box. Catch her talk about:2:00 - Coping with pressure d...2021-06-2628 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversCreative Thinking and Finding your Purpose FT Ramya SriramHow do you arrive at a career choice or a life choice?How can you find purpose in what you do and build creative thinking skills?We caught up with a cartoonist and writer who juggles two professions a day job as a content strategist and a cartoonist with a purpose by the night.Ramya Sriram is a cartoonist and writer from Hyderabad. currently based in the UK. She is the creator of The Tap comics, through which she tells warm yet impactful stories through minimalist drawings and ...2021-06-1935 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversAdopting eco-friendly fashion & dealing with the pressure of looking good Ft. Runa RayHow can new trends in fashion contribute to the sustainable goals for the environment?Here's all that the youth needs to know about fashion & environmental sustainability.On World Environment Day, we speak to Runa Ray, fashion environmentalist, designer, activist and entrepreneur who helps break myths about fast fashion and shares how the youth can adopt simple strategies for a greener planet.Runa has worked extensively towards the sustainable development goals with the United Nations. Sh...2021-06-0437 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversPhotography, Perspective and Dealing with Shortcomings in Careers Ft Aniruddh KothariWhat constitutes a good photograph and how can you click a better one?How does a colour-blind photographer deal with his shortcomings?What’s the role of perspective in telling a good (visual) story? Our guest today is Aniruddh Kothari, an advertising photographer and director from Bombay who dramatically ditched MBA to pursue photography.With over 10 years of experience as a photographer, Anirudh has worked with clients like Netflix, Nike, Zara, The Reserve Bank of India (just to name a ...2021-05-2935 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversConfidence, Creative Entrepreneurship & A Hairstyling Career Ft. Adhuna BhabaniYour hair is closely linked to your personality, and often your confidence.What did it take for a young woman in the early 90s to opt for a not-so-popular career choice in a new country?How did she build confidence and eventually an entrepreneurial venture out of a creative career like hairstyling?Our guest Adhuna Bhabani is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of BBlunt Hair Salon and Academy and is one of the pioneers in the hairstyling profession in India. She turned entrepreneur with her ...2021-05-1547 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversThe Sports Management Business-Opportunities, & Industry Insights Ft Mr. Vipul SolankiOn World Athletics Day, we try to go deeper into the sports industry and understand sports management which is different from playing a sport.The knowledge of branding, management, finance, sports enthusiasm all come together to open doors of multiple opportunities and careers within the sports management realm.In a country that is crazy about sports, perhaps cricket particularly, how much do we really know about the industry?We speak to Mr. Vipul Solanki, an entrepreneur,...2021-05-0824 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversFinding your Strengths & Building a Positive Mindset During Hard Times Ft. Aman ZaidiWe’re living in times of uncertainty amidst the COVID 19 pandemic.Dream jobs, dream college, dream internships, dream careers and life at large are at stake.There’s a feeling of fear, negative emotions take over and there’s often lack of clarity and direction.We speak to Strengths Coach & Positive Psychology Facilitator Aman Zaidi. With almost 2 decades of experience, Aman specializes in Strengths Coaching, Leadership Development & Employee Engagement. He is currently a Partner ...2021-05-0135 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversWhy have volunteering experience in your career? (Covid19) FT Little Red Riding HoodExams are delayed, schools are shut, jobs are on hold…How can the free time be used well ? What can you do to contribute to your growth as a leader and a human while also making a difference to the society.The dark side of the virus, and the bright side of life explored through an old fairy tale- The Little Red Riding Hood and the Dark Wolf (the coronavirus).Volunteering in times of crisis and how it could add value to your career growth eventually highlighted through a popular story.Listen. ...2021-04-2410 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversFinding Cool Ways to Live, Learn, Earn & Intern Ft Dr. Dwarika P. UniyalEver wondered how your professors feel when teaching the same subjects over and over for years together?On the Academic Chatter special we’re in conversation with a cool professor, dean, author education entrepreneur and marketing professional, Dr. Dwarika P Uniyal.Professor Uniyal has a rich and varied experience of more than 20 years in premier academic institutions in India and Middle East with pre academic life stints in Radio, Retailing and Advertising. Currently, Pro Vice Chancellor at ...2021-04-1044 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversIllustrating, Animating & Communicating Feelings as a Creator Ft. Chaitanya LimayePracticing any form of art is like practicing meditation.But when producing art professionally, does the feeling remain the same?How does one communicate thoughts and feelings through visual mediums?How does one measure growth in creative careers?What is the sweet spot between using technology and nurturing creativity?We discuss all this and more with our guest Chaitanya Limaye, (also known as artofchai) an illustrator and visual storyteller who brings moments and stories to life and evokes e...2021-04-0336 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversCreating Customer Experience & Understanding E-Commerce Business FT Dhruv ToshniwalYou want to start an online business with a minimum budget but don’t know how to begin.Finding answers to all your queries about e-commerce businesses, the fashion retail industry, and how to start a small online business from idea to prototype to product while offering the best customer experience.Our guest Dhruv Toshniwal branched out from a 40+ year old family textile manufacturing business to bring new flavours of fashion to the youth.He is the Founder and CEO of Aanswr Fashion Private Lt...2021-03-2729 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversThe Complexities of Adulthood- Making Sense of Careers & Life (Special Episode)Adulting isn’t easy!The right career choice, the right course, internships, Jobs, Mentors, Friends and amidst all of this the fun life that’s fleeting away.As we complete 50 episodes, we take you down the rabbit hole, and bring back Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Only this time, you’re looking through the glass of coping with the complexities of adulthood.Existential questions like Who are we? And Why are we here are explored while the reins of your story shall still remain in your own han...2021-03-2018 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversCurating & Creating for Global Audiences FT. Aseem ChhabraHow do you create for a global audience?What does curating mean?Is media management as important as media creation?We speak to Aseem Chhabra, a film journalist, freelance writer, author and film festival programmer based in New York and India who comes with over 30 years of experience. He is the author or three biographies of Film personalities - Irrfan Khan, Shashi Kapoor and Priyanka ChopraAseem has been published in The New York Times, The Boston Globe, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Outl...2021-03-0637 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversWomen, Media & Social Impact Ft. Vinta NandaCan there be overlaps between organizations of social impact and popular media & entertainment?When a Woman told women stories in the early 90s, she was considered progressive and bold.What is the purpose of creating content in today’s times?Producer, Director, and Writer of several television serials including the trailblazing "Tara", Shatranj, and Aur Phir Ek Din, among others, our guest Vinta Nanda is the co-founder of the Asian Centre for Entertainment Education (ACEE) and the torchbe...2021-02-2727 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversChilling in College, Film Journalism & Criticism vs Critique Ft Mayank ShekharWhat’s the power of a question?Why choose college over course?What we need to know about criticism?Why media can’t be taught but can be learnt?Journalism, College Politics, Bias, Perspective, Culture, Criticism, peppered with films on this Media Minds Special Episode.Our guest Mayank Shekhar is an Indian film critic, journalist and author of three books- Bombay Talkies, Cinema Ka Safar and Name Place Animal thing. Currently, Entertainment Head at Mid Day, he’s been a journalist with Hindustan...2021-02-2049 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversSpirituality in Business, Content, Magic & Optimism Ft Dr. Anurag BatraCan business and spirituality coexist?Where is the Media & Content Business headed?Pressure, Eternal Optimism, Rejection & the new meaning of NO and being Realistic vs Being crazy as a business owner.In our Media Minds Special series, we speak to Dr. Anurag Batra, an entrepreneur, a media mogul, a journalist, an investor, an author, a TV show host, and an optimist. A corporate professional turned first-gen entrepreneur he owns, Business World, Exchange4media group and has impacted the...2021-02-1336 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversWhy Understand Body Flow & Human Energy? Ft Preeti AcharyaCan movement be a form of art?What does it mean to be in body flow and how can it help you?How can we change energies, especially when working with people who we may not like?Our guest Preeti Acharya is the founder of Fitcue and practices and teaches Yoga, and Animal flow. An engineer from BITS Pilani with a corporate job at CISCO she craved for more and moved to finding her feet with yoga and do the things that give her meaning.She’s a certified Ashtanga yoga teacher and animal flow instruct...2021-02-0630 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversMythology, The Workplace & Feminism FT. Koral DasguptaWhat are the parallels between mythology and the workplace?How has mythology shaped social and gender construct?How we’ve misinterpreted masculinity and feminism?What we should know about inner communication and writing?We’re speaking to our woman of substance- communication expert and author Koral Dasgupta. A compulsive storyteller and literary patron, Koral has published five books Rasiya-Dance of desire, Summer Holidays and The Power of a Common Man – connecting with consumers the Sharukh ...2021-01-3046 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversBody Literacy, Medicine and Scientific Enquiry - Breaking taboos around sex-education FT Dr. Tanaya NarendraThe Fun in fundamentals of sexual education, the relevance of public medical education and critical health topics like intimate and sexual hygiene, decoding what it means to be in the medical profession and how science can be fun!Meet our woman of substance Dr. Tanaya Narendra, fondly called Dr Cuterus or Millennial Doctor on social mediums. She’s an internationally trained doctor, embryologist, and scientist who took the influencer route to empower the public about medical educati...2021-01-2345 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversDealing with Emotions, Anxiety and Burnout FT Rashmi DattWe end up carrying emotional burdens with us- academic, professional, personal or just general existential!In this episode, we dig deep into emotional management, dealing with anxiety, fear, insecurity, burnout and braving emotions!Our guest Rashmi Datt is a certified psychodramatist and experienced trainer, coach and author. She started her training and consulting practice in 1993 after working with Pfizer for 8 years. Over the last 26 years, she has conducted Organisational Development inte...2021-01-1637 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversConflict Resolution, Ageism & Inclusion- Sports & the Workplace FT Megna ShankarnarayananConflicts, Inclusion, Socio-Economic & Gender Diversity, Teamwork and Competition.These are common threads between sports and the workplace and that’s what we’re addressing in our Women of Substance Special for this episode.Our guest Megna Shankaranarayanan is the current President of the Ultimate Players Association of India that governs over 10,000+ athletes. She has represented India in multiple Asian, European & World Championships and brought home medals from the World Champ...2021-01-0948 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversDissent , Research , Transitions & Communication FT Vinati DevHow does a renowned educational institute impact one’s professional growth?Is the power of academic research underrated in a Google empowered world?Are we at the cusp of understanding communication via text messages & emoticons, only and how is that affecting other forms of verbal and non-verbal communication?Our Woman of Substance Vinati Dev holds a B.A. in Economics and International Development from Clark University, and M.A. and a M.Sc. in Political Economy from London School of Econo...2021-01-0244 minVoice of AchieversVoice of Achievers20 Career Questions from 2020- A Roundup and Wrap“Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if only one remembers to turn on the light.” -JK Rowling.We’ve all been through various personal and professional challenges throughout the year. As creatives, artists, entrepreneurs, freelancers, or professionals.As we approach the end of an unexpected year, why not revisit some good times from the year that swept by.20 Questions from 2020 is a curated episode from some of the best moments of the podcast recorded throughout th...2020-12-2645 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversBlending Tea , Business , Culture, & History - A 100 year-old Legacy FT. Lakhwinder SinghjiChai (Tea) in India isn’t a beverage. It’s an emotion.We’re blending emotions, management lessons, business principles, cultures, and class through the Indian Tea Legacy in this episode.Established in 1926 and marching towards completing a 100 years of serving tea, our experienced and senior guest Lakhwindersinghji (a 2nd generation entrepreneur) is building a business with trust as he sits right beneath the Gurudwara in Calcutta’s famous tea shop Balwant Singh. Mornings, Evenings and even la...2020-12-1923 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversEmpowering Women, Generating Wealth & Financial Sustainability Ft Bishnu DhanukaInvestments and Financial Prudence have been and continue to be one of the grey areas for most individuals.We’re covering Financial Literacy, Women in 1990’s in India & battling the male ego, the biggest challenge of the modern Indian Woman, the power of Choice and Freedom and weighing high value items against low value items to create wealth!Our guest, Mr. Bishnu Dhanuka began with a vision of empowering women through financial literacy back in 1990. An accomplished businessman, successf...2020-12-1238 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversLeadership, Diversity, & Building Teams Beyond Borders Ft. Peter HorwingBuilding and managing Remote Teams, Building a Diverse Work Culture, Handling Difficult People @ Work and Blending Learning techniques for professional and personal development.The pandemic has made all of this more critical than ever.We sit down with Mr. Peter Horwing the CEO at Chart Learning Solutions, an organization providing training to employees & students through a combination of eLearning, and blended learning approach solutions. Headquartered in Sweden, he’s been managing remote...2020-12-0538 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversOn Storytelling, Editing & Women in Cinema Ft. Antara LahiriCreativity & Multicultural Experiences, The Role of Mentors & Assisting Experiences in shaping Creative Professions, Non-Conformity in Society, & Women in Cinema.We’re speaking today with Antara Lahiri, a passionate freelance film editor (whose films have won awards at the South Asian Film Festival in New York and The Indian Film Festival at LA ) born in Kolkata & working in Mumbai with over 13 years of experience. Her work repertoire includes Netflix’s Bard of Blood & Yeh...2020-11-2851 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversCracking Interviews, Acing Resumes & Hiring Mandates FT. Gauri DasInterview preps, job opportunities, job changes and internship opportunities- hiring and campus placements will soon be at their peak.So, we thought let’s turn the tables a little and grill an interviewer this time.Recognized as one of the Top HR minds of India by World HRD Congress, we’re talking to Gauri Das who is currently leading HR at India Factoring Finance Solutions Limited. A computer science engineer, to a master’s degree in Psychology and very recently an Organization Development c...2020-11-2141 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversCreativity, Curiosity, Imagination, Reading & Being a Kidult Ft Shantanu DuttaguptaKeep the child in you alive, they say.Curiosity, Creativity & crazy Imagination power are some of the characteristics most children have and most adults & professionals are striving to build.We’re exploring the child-like attributes and characteristics with our guest today.Born and raised in Vadodara, Shantanu Duttagupta is currently the Publisher for Scholastic in India. A copywriter and journalist turned publisher, he began his career in 2004 and has worked with The Times of India, ...2020-11-1449 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversHow Personal & Professional Crises shaped a Marketing & PR Expert? Ft. Manjula NairrWhen a crisis hits, it ends up affecting your personal and professional life.What if one had to deal with multiple crises (both personally & professionally?How does one explain job losses, pay cuts and personal rough patches in an interview?How is the landscape of marketing changing? We speak to global World Marketing Award Winner Ms. Manjula Nairr about the deep impact left by major crises she’s seen both personally and professionally. She’s donned multiple hats as a corporate ...2020-11-0736 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversCreating Comedy & Finding Reasons to be Happy Ft Ankit SisodiyaAmidst all odds, deep down we’re all looking for ways to smile, laugh, stay happy.What goes behind those artists that help us find that smile?A comedy creator’s art, a ventriloquist’s diary, a constant struggle to make dreams come true peppered with mimicry and laughter.Yashika speaks with record holder, Mr. Ankit Sisodia, a comic artist based in Indore. Ankit has more than a decade of experience as a comic artist and is the only ventriloquist in Madhya Pradesh. He carries a name in...2020-10-2423 minVoice of AchieversVoice of AchieversIntroducing the Voice of Achievers podcast now on Ep.Log Media NetworkHosted by Yashika Begwani from India, Voice of Achievers(VoA) brings valuable lessons from professionals, entrepreneurs & artists. Diving deep into their lives, the podcast dwells on workplace disappointments, building resilience, finding motivation, and upskilling both personally & professionally.Learn what sacrifices they made, odds they dared, & how they found the inspiration to continue on the paths they chose!You can follow us and leave us feedback on Facebook, Inst...2020-08-0901 min