Life Beats with Sirisha

Host, Dr. Sirisha Kuchimanchi, invites a special guest, Sonali Rathi Pramanik, to discuss the ins and outs of starting a small business. Sonali, a serial small business entrepreneur, shares her experiences and expertise in various industries, including garment retail and the spa industry. Together, they dive into the resources available for aspiring entrepreneurs, such as the Small Business Admini...

Host, Sirisha Kuchimanchi, sits down with entrepreneur and business leader, Neha Kunte.  Neha, the CEO of MNK Infotech, shares her journey in entrepreneurship and the importance of mentorship in navigating the business world. We discuss the support network of the DEC Network, a startup community in Dallas, and the challenges entrepreneurs face in ideation and finding their purpose. Join Sirisha an...

Are you trying to be a better version of yourself?  Are you struggling with making change? By making 1% change everyday you can drive a 37 fold impact in a year.  Welcome to  Life Beats with Sirisha! In today's episode, we have , Mani Jonnalagada, a product Tech exec who will be sharing her experiences in product management and discussing the book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. Joi...

Welcome to another episode of "Life Beats with Sirisha"! In today's episode, we have a very special guest, Sai Lakshmi Santhanakrishnan, a tech executive with a diverse career journey.  As women in leadership roles, we will be discussing how to navigate the path to executive positions and overcome the challenges we face. Sai will share her experiences and insights, offering valuable...

We dive into the world of cybersecurity with  guest, Richa Tiwari. Richa, who originally studied English literature, shares her unique journey into the field of cybersecurity and breaks down the misconception that technical skills are the only requirement for this career path. Together, we discuss the importance of diverse perspectives and how different backgrounds can contribute to innovative pro...

Are you a student or parent who wants to unpack the raw truths of college life, internship hustle, and the unexpected realities of chasing career dreams? Welcome back to Life Beats with Sirisha! In today's episode titled "College Life, Internships, Jobs," we have a special guest, Rahul Ramavajjala, who will be sharing his experiences and insights into the world of college, internshi...

School is almost here! Do you know a child who might benefit from speech therapy resources or maybe you are wondering what Speech Therapy means. Sangeetha Subramanian is a Speech Language Pathologist based out of Plano, Texas. I have seen the impact accessing the right resources can have on a child's life and on their overall development. The earlier you can access the needed resources, the e...

It's important for us to put our legal affairs in order to provide comfort and support to our families when they deal with loss by doing legacy and will planning. In this episode, Sirisha discusses the crucial elements of wills and trusts with her guest, Dr. Namrita Nottani, who brings her expertise as an Estate planning lawyer. Don't forget to utilize the  legal assistance benefits offe...

Akanksha Mathur discusses her journey of transitioning from the oil and gas industry to sustainable energy. We talk about the importance of having support systems, especially for women in STEM fields, and how finding a community is important when transitioning to a new workplace or school. The conversation touches on the need for professional support, such as mentors, allies, and buddies, to make...

On this episode of Life Beats with Sirisha, host Sirisha Kuchimanchi is joined by Tripat Baweja, an advisor and Director of Engineering Technology at Collin College. The podcast focuses on the evolving scope and diversity of community colleges and their growing importance, highlighting the access and upskilling opportunities they offer. There are many options available, from associate degrees to f...

On this episode of Life Beats with Sirisha, we delve into a fascinating discussion on academia with guests Sneha Bharadwajand and Karabi Bezboruah,. The show looks at the myths and realities of life in academia- from the on-the-job learning experience, the tenure process, to the three pillars of teaching, research, and service. We explore the day-to-day workload, the variability amongst universiti...

On this episode of Life Beats with Sirisha, we are joined by Pratibha Aphale, Senior Vice President, Information Security at Goldman Sachs, who also sits on the board of DFW ATW, the Alliance for Technology and Women. They discuss purpose, technology, and work-life choices. They talk about finding what works for each individual and setting boundaries both at work and at home regardless of family o...

On this episode of Life Beats with Sirisha, we talk to Professor Sadaf Munshi, a linguistics professor at the University of North Texas. We discuss how endangered languages and culture are at risk of disappearing at an alarming rate, with estimates suggesting we could lose 25-50% of languages in the next two to three decades. Prof. Munshi shares her experiences documenting and training others to w...

On this episode of Life Beats with Sirisha Kuchimanchi speaks with Sapna Radhakrishnan, a conscious parenting and life coach, about the challenges and emotional journey of conscious parenting. The conversation centers around reducing yelling, creating resilient children, and removing guilt from the parenting experience. They discuss building connections with children, the importance of listening a...

Sirisha talks about the power of mentoring in STEM fields with guests Aiman and Suman. They discuss the challenges of transitioning to school during COVID and how mentoring helped them navigate it. The conversation covers how mentors are crucial for career development, whether male or female, in any field including STEM, workplace, or entrepreneurship. They also emphasize the importance of seeking...

On this episode of Life Beats with Sirisha, Sirisha Kuchimanchi speaks with data analytics expert and content creator, Lekhana Reddy about storytelling with data and the importance of understanding business problems in data analysis. Lekhana explains her passion for making data engaging and user-friendly, and provides tips for newcomers to the field. They discuss the need to filter out irrelevant...

On this episode of Life Beats with Sirisha, we dive into personal finances and the finance industry with guest Manal Keen. As a woman in the banking industry, Manal shares her experience navigating the demanding industry and the importance of networking, having a sponsor, and understanding boundaries. We discuss the taboo of discussing finances with others, especially children, and the future of b...

On this episode of Life Beats with Sirisha, the discussion is centered around how to differentiate yourself in a job search and succeed in today's competitive job market. The episode features Shweta Aurora Madan, the Global Director for Talent Acquisition at CBRE, who shares an insider's perspective on the recruitment process and debunks common myths.  Listeners call in to ask questions...

In this episode, I discuss about Davos and  the World Economic Forum just concluded in January. 1) Where is the World Economic Forum 2) Who and Why did it start 3) Who attends 4) What was discussed 5) How much does it cost to attend 6) Some critical topicss- AI & Agriculture, Young people and work  Take a listen, this episode is filled with little nuggets and fun facts. #Davos #WorldEconomicFo...

In this episode, I discuss how to review your annual pay raise and work towards a mid-year raise by goal-setting for the year. 1) What are the different components of an annual pay raise 2) What is a good number for a pay raise 3) How to determine your 3-year plan 4) How to decide top 2-3 goals for 2023 & align with your boss 5) How to plan for the goal-setting conversation 6) How to prepare a...

We are talking about the transition from elementary to middle school and middle school to high school.   In this episode, I discuss how to prepare for the transition for both parents and students, 1) How to prepare for the transition- create systems 2) What will be different i.e. extracurricular, clubs 3) How to access resources 4) Who to ask questions so you can be prepared- example advanced cour...

As we tackle new years resolutions and goals, we wrap up the series on financial health check- This is the third and final episode discussing how to Protect your Wealth. Don't forget to check out the first one on credit cards and credit scores (managing your wealth) and the second one on Investing and Retirement (growing your wealth). In this episode I discuss how to protect your family and w...

As we tackle new years resolutions and goals, we will continue to do a financial health check- This is the second of many episodes on Finance.  Don't forget to check out the first one on credit cards and credit scores. In this episode  I discuss retirement investment vehicles i.e. 401k, IRAs and how more than finances, set us up for a holistic successful retirement. I also deep dive into 1) T...

As we tackle new years resolutions and goals, Let's do a financial health check- This is the first of many episodes on Finance. In this episode  I discuss how credit cards, that small piece of plastic in our wallets can have such a huge impact on our finances and financial decisions, especially the big ones like owning a home, buying a car etc. I also deep dive into 1) The implications of own...

In this episode  I discuss networking in social and professional settings. 1) How to physically develop a vision board 2) What areas to focus on for vision board 3) How to envision your short term and long term goals 4) How to make time to execute and achieve your goals & new year resolutions 5) How to build a community and support system to reach your dreams 6) How to make time for self care...