RISEUP@work

In this episode of RISEUP@work , host Dr. Deepak Bhuthra welcomes Khayang Gagiano , author, educator, and talent transformation expert, for an eye-opening conversation about where successful careers really begin. Challenging the belief that professional development starts in adulthood, Khayang explains how the foundations of leadership, resilience, creativity, communication, and emotional intellig...

in this episode of RISEUP@work , host Dr. Deepak Bhootra welcomes Paula Quincey, CEO of Engaged Humans and relationship intelligence expert, for a powerful conversation about the one competitive advantage technology can’t replace: human connection. As AI, hybrid work, and constant change reshape the modern workplace, Paula explains why trust, emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and healt...

In this episode of RISEUP@work , host Dr. Deepak Bhootra sits down with Jasmine Davis, founder and CEO of Pretty Talk LLC, to explore why leadership development must begin long before young people enter the workforce. Drawing from her experience in juvenile justice, youth mentorship, and character development, Jasmine shares how confidence, communication, empathy, and emotional intelligence are be...

In this episode of RISEUP@work, host Dr. Deepak Bhootra sits down with Gearoid Cox founder of Sales Pipeline to break down why most founders struggle to scale revenue and what it actually takes to build a predictable sales engine. Drawing from his experience in enterprise sales and entrepreneurship, Gearoid reveals the biggest mistake leaders make: relying on hustle instead of building structured,...

In this episode of RISEUP@work , host Dr. Deepak Bhootra sits down with Mark Phinick, author of When Deals Go Quiet and founder of Let’s Make It Rain, to uncover why effort alone doesn’t accelerate sales success. Mark challenges traditional selling by revealing that deals don’t close through persistence alone, but through understanding how organizations actually make decisions. Chapters (00:00:00)...

In this episode of RISEUP@work , host Dr. Deepak Bhootra sits down with Raghuraman sales leader, trainer, and founder of SalesArt to redefine sales as more than a profession. It’s a life skill that shapes communication, confidence, and long-term career success. Drawing from decades of experience training over 70,000 professionals, Raghuraman shares why sales is not about personality, but about dis...

In this episode of RISEUP@work , host Dr. Deepak Bhootra sits down with Suresh Madhuvarsu co-founder & CEO of SalesTable to unpack one of the toughest transitions in entrepreneurship: moving from building a product to actually selling it. Drawing from 25+ years in startups, Suresh shares the hard truth many founders face great products don’t guarantee revenue.

In this episode of RISEUP@work , host Dr. Deepak Bhootra sits down with Jason Safford author of Win Your Day and resilience architect to explore how professionals can navigate pressure, avoid burnout, and rebuild stronger through crisis. Jason breaks down resilience as a system not just a mindset introducing practical frameworks around discipline, recovery, and self-awareness. Chapters (00:00:00)...

In this episode of RISEUP@work, host Dr. Deepak Bhootra sits down with Justin Starbird, CEO of The AEBLI Group, to explore the real journey behind entrepreneurship, leadership, and building something that lasts. From early career struggles and chasing material success to redefining values through experience, Justin shares how authenticity, clarity, and strong systems shape long-term growth. Chapte...

In this episode of Rise Up at Work , host Dr. Deepak Bhootra sits down with Divya Gill CPA, entrepreneur, and founder of Gill Tax Group to explore how high performers can grow without burning out. Drawing from her journey as a second-generation CPA and immigrant leader, Divya shares powerful insights on shifting from overwork to intentional leadership.