Voice Of Achievers

Mental 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 (<5 seconds used for the situation and well within the copyright laws)Music by- Shane Ivers Drop us a note on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or ...

How 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...

Women 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 (<1 sec) for usage of entertainment purposes only)Other Music Credits to Shane IversWritten, Narrated and Voiced by Yashika BegwaniDrop us a note on Instag...

Does 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...

A 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...

From 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 ...

Stress, 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...

What 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...

From 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...

How 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...

Achieving 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...

What 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 ...

What 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 ...

What 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 ...

Experienced 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...

Can 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 ...

How 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...

A 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...

What 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...

How 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...