Voice Of Achievers

Dr. Deepa Subramanyam, is a scientist at the National Center for Cell Science (NCCS) in Pune working towards understanding how stem cells give rise to different cell types in our body. Her research focuses on the transport of certain molecules inside a stem cell from one compartment to another. In this podcast, she talks about:The upcoming and varied careers in scientific researchSurviving financially in scientific careersNetworking within the scientific communityDecoding myths about stem cel...

It’s only words and words are all she has, to take your heart away!Our guest today is Ms. Sanjana Chatlani who dared to dream and now paints words to both make a living and meditate! A calligrapher and lettering artist, she is the founder of The Bombay Lettering Company. She designs hand lettered logos and indulges in lettering for corporate products, brands and events and also designs custom-made products. Sanjana also teaches pointed pen calligraphy across the country. In this episode, she ...

What’s a founder’s mentality?Why is branding important?What happens when two successful organizations merge to function as one?Our guest Mr. Santosh Panda is the co-founder & CEO of Explara.com, one of India’s pioneer solution platforms for a 'do it yourself' events and ticketing marketplace. With over a decade of experience he has been involved in building products like the BBC iPlayer, eBay UK, etc. He has served over 50,000 events across 21 countries with Explara and get candid about :...

Ms. Reena I. Puri is the Executive Editor of Amar Chitra Katha, which has acquainted four generations of Indians with their heritage and culture through comic strips and illustrations in over 20 different languages. She has led the team in creating some memorable Amar Chitra Katha titles since 2008 and has journeyed through being among one of the junior members(during the inception of ACK) to being a veteran in the publishing house today.While she shares instances from her journey and the evo...

#WorldDanceDaySpecialWhat if moving freely and fluidly could enhance creativity and positive thought?What is creative movement of the body after all and how does it help the mind and the body?Our guest, Ms. Preeti Sunderajan is an accomplished creative movement expert, dancer, educator and entrepreneur. Her performing career spans over 3 decades and she has performed at several prestigious festivals across India, USA, UK and Australia. She is classically trained in Bharatanatyam, Contem...

Athletic performance is primarily seen as extensive physical training leaving little room for the importance of mental practices and techniques used by performers. Why and how should mindful techniques be practiced?Our guest today is Mr. Rajat Sharma from Chandigarh who began his career as a state level cricket player, got selected as a bowler for the Indian Premier League(Team Bangalore) and eventually became a mind trainer for athletes and students. He is the founder of Mindfuel, a centre i...

3-Dimensional printing brings a massive shift in the designing and manufacturing paradigm by focussing on customization of products & making every product unique. We’re exploring this shift and the benefits that this technology brings with our guest today. A mechanical engineer and IIT alumnus, Mr. Yash Rane is the founding partner and CEO at Chizel Prints Manufacturing Pvt. Ltd, in Pune. In this episode, he shares insights and his experiences about the 3-D production ecosystem, its ...

“Knowledge isn’t power until it’s applied.”- Dale CarnegieIn an age where various online platforms are offering knowledge driven and skill-development courses digitally, how does one approach training and development? What is the best way to apply the newly acquired knowledge in the workplace?Employers and employees, professionals or entrepreneurs; as we step into the new financial year, what are the skills we must acquire?Ms. Pallavi Jha, Chairperson and Managing Director of Dale Carneg...

Wearing simplicity, with a dash of warmth, loaded with enthusiasm and a dollop of faith, sisters turned business partners, Sujata and Tanya Biswas began a passionate creative journey after their brief corporate stint. Thus giving birth to a unique brand called SuTa in Mumbai, a contemporary tale of the traditional Indian saree. Profitable since the first day of its operation, SuTa has grown further while also empowering weavers, craftsmen and their families along this journey. The ladies shar...

From dropping the CA(Chartered Accountancy) course to being a CA(Coffee Aficionado), Mr. Mithilesh Vazalwar shares an academic account of learning coffee quality grading and roasting Indian Specialty Coffee. Mr. Vazalwar is the founder and CEO of Corridor Seven, a Specialty Coffee Roastery and Cafe in Nagpur. He walks us through the days that turned a thought to an idea and subsequently a pursuit. His journey of being passionate, to learning the craft and finding his own 'ground' as a c...

Best-selling author and motivational speaker, Ms. Sudha Menon shares insights and experiences on how women can be on top of their game, at the workplace and beyond. Whether it’s dealing with imperfection, nurturing self-compassion or building friendships, Ms. Menon believes these are important skills for everyone to pick up. Having spoken to countless ‘Leading Ladies’ at various levels and across different fields, her anecdotes are real and her advice, practical.For further information o...