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Send us Fan Mail Episode Title: Leaders Eat Last – Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Do Not Episode Description: Have you ever worked for a leader who made you feel like you would do anything for them — not because you had to, but because you genuinely wanted to? And have you worked for a leader who made you feel like you were constantly watching your back, protecting yourself, just trying t...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Title: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team – Why Good People on the Same Team Still Fail Each Other Episode Description: Have you ever looked at your leadership team and wondered — we have good people, we have experience, we have the resources, so why are we not performing like one unit? In this episode of Books I Read, Rahul breaks down The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patr...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Title: Radical Candor – How to Be Honest Without Being Brutal Episode Description: How many times have you held back feedback because you did not want to hurt someone's feelings? Or watched a leader tear someone down in front of the whole team and call it honesty? In this episode of Books I Read, Rahul breaks down Radical Candor by Kim Scott — a framework used by lead...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Description — Drive by Daniel Pink Episode Title: Drive – The Surprising Truth About What Actually Motivates Your Team Episode Description: Have you ever given your team a bonus, a reward, or an incentive scheme — and watched engagement go up for two weeks and then quietly drop back to exactly where it was before? Have you ever had a genuinely talented person on your team...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Description The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier — Books I Read with Rahul If you have ever felt like you are doing everyone else's thinking for them, this episode is for you. In this episode of Books I Read, Rahul breaks down The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier — one of the most practical leadership books written for managers, team leaders, and entre...

Send us Fan Mail What if the same techniques used to talk armed kidnappers into releasing hostages could help you close a better vendor deal, handle a tough salary conversation, or stop a star employee from walking out the door? In this episode of Books I Read, Rahul breaks down Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss — one of the most practical and eye-opening books on negotiation ever written....

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Atomic Habit Podcast (Books I Read) by Rahul — your go-to podcast for building powerful habits and creating meaningful change through small, consistent actions. Each episode breaks down simple strategies, real-life insights, and practical ideas to help you improve your routines, stay focused, and move closer to the life you want. Whether you want to become more producti...

Send us Fan Mail Episode description:  In this episode, we sit down with fantasy and science fiction author J.A. Merkel, a storyteller shaped by a childhood on a farm, a deep connection to nature, and a lifelong love of adventure. We explore how those early experiences now inform stories filled with multiverses, complex anti-heroes, tragic reversals, and the idea of love as a kind of magic. We als...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Rahul dives into the idea of Crucial Conversations —those high-stakes moments where emotions run strong, opinions differ, and the outcome truly matters. These are the conversations that can shape relationships, influence careers, and define leadership. Drawing from the core principles of the book, Rahul explores how to stay composed under pressure, communicate wit...

Send us Fan Mail Why do some people get an effortless “yes” – from guests, teams, or even senior leadership – while others keep pushing and still hear “no”? Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert Cialdini is the modern classic that explains the hidden patterns behind every yes, and how to use them ethically in business and life.​ In this episode of “Book Reviews under 5 Minutes,” Rahul...

Send us Fan Mail Core Themes The book emphasizes Tata’s DNA through real cases, such as navigating recessions without compromising goals and acquisitions like Tetley, while admitting imperfections like the Tata Finance scandal. Stories showcase innovation, like launching India’s first indigenous car, and community focus, underscoring ethical business tied to national prosperity. Support the show B...

Send us Fan Mail How Leaders Lead with David Novak” features weekly interviews with iconic figures from business, sports, and entertainment. Novak, co-founder and former CEO of Yum! Brands (Pizza Hut, KFC, Taco Bell), draws on his experience scaling global companies to probe guests’ mindsets.  Updated regularly, it has aired discussions on dynasty-building (e.g., NFL’s Clark Hunt), subscription in...