The Brand Called You

When speaking with Dave Stevens, one gets the sense of this man's genuine authenticity. He understands that he holds a certain amount of responsibility to set an example for not only the broader disability community but for society at large. He believes that part of his mission is to "break the stereotypes of what it means to be handicapped or disabled." About  Dave Stevens  and his jour...

Leaders can define workplace cultures that foster the accomplishment of common goals. What are the key attributes that an efficient leader ought to have? Is (s)he was born with such qualities, or can be developed? We have your answers covered in today's episode of “The Brand Called You.” About Tissa Richards Tissa Richards is the CEO, Keynote Speaker, Leadership Expert, Board Facilitator She is a...

We live in a highly polarised world, where we are divided either towards conservatism or liberalism. With journalism becoming politically aligned, several minorities lose their voice in the raging screams of the news anchors. Several people have come forward, across the globe, to launch independent platforms for giving voice to the niche or the minority communities. Today, we discuss one such plat...

Employee-generated content is created and shared by employees within an organisation, often through social media or internal communication platforms. This provides a unique perspective and can enhance a company's brand image, foster internal communication, and increase employee engagement. In this episode, we have Johnathan Tetsill, who talks about employee-generated content. He also talks about t...

In this episode of THE BRAND CALLED YOU, Soumitra Agarwal educates us on how important it is for young people or anyone who is a potential candidate to become discoverable. As early as possible in their lives, they should position themselves s thought leaders in their respective domains. About Soumitra Agarwal and his journey. · Soumitra Agarwal is Managing Partner at NGS Global based in Mumbai, I...

Elaine Lum MacDonald is the CEO of the Knowledge Impact Network (KIN). KIN is a platform that connects social ventures with leaders who are willing to share their knowledge to help the ventures tackle specific issues. KIN runs two exchange programs: catalyze sessions and circles. Catalyze sessions are 90-minute workshops where a group of leaders works with a social venture to address a specific is...

The concept of networking has always gained traction, and it has increased all the more with social media. However, we often tend to miss the real meaning of networking in the constant race of meeting new people. It is good, but what is better is to be able to create connections with the people in your network. Today, we discuss the difference between connecting vs. networking. We also delve into...

Neelu Gupta, crafted with love, is a NameSake that makes ordinary art extraordinary. Gupta tells us about the sustainable alternatives currently available to replace toxic ones. Also, she tells us about the challenges faced by sellers to meet the right customers. About Neelu Gupta and her journey. · Neelu is a new-age Artist who loves to experiment with multiple media in her artworks. She is an en...

Digital Transformation is the process of adapting new technologies to improve and modernize business operations and processes. It involves a company embracing digital solutions to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and enhance customer experience. In this episode, we have NT Arun Kumar, who talks about digital transformation. He also talks about his journey and perspectives on technology....

Samresh Kumar the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of SkyX Solar discusses his background, including his education and experience in investment banking and consulting, and how he became involved in the renewable energy sector. He explains how SkyX Solar is addressing the energy shortfall in Vietnam and other high-growth countries, and his thoughts on the future of renewable energy sources versus thermal...

The workforce has changed post the pandemic, where people are consciously making choices to do purpose-driven work. They no longer want to be controlled by the managers with performance objectives as a sole vision. Organizations are striving towards creating a balance of flexibility and discipline. Collaborative work performed in such an environment can be achieved only by promoting connections am...

Web 3.0 refers to the next generation of the internet, characterized by greater decentralization, increased use of artificial intelligence, and a more seamless connection between the physical and digital worlds. In this episode, we have Matteo Gamberale, who talks about his company Zappy. He also talks about emerging tech, including Web 3.0, blockchain and metaverse. About Matteo Gamberale Matteo...

A world-renowned thinker, Richard Gerver has worked with an extraordinary range of people, from elite athletes to former US President Obama. His ability and strategies have brought a revolution in the world of education. In this podcast, we learn how we can create schools of tomorrow today. About Richard Gerver and his journey. · Richard Gerver is a sought-after speaker, bestselling author and wor...

Committed to strengthening Psychology at Work's voice and global impact,  Ingrid Covington  leads an international community well-being programme. Also,  Ingrid  is campaigning at SHAPE, the military arm of NATO- You are Not Alone. About Ingrid Covington & her journey. · Ingrid lives in Belgium and is based at S.H.A.P.E., the military arm of NATO, where she leads an interna...

The sewage water generated by industry accompanied by scarce clean water paints the sorry state of water conditions across the world today. South Asian countries like Bangladesh, India, Vietnam, etc. are more prone to the risks that come with a lack of clean drinking water because of a lack of education and technologies compared to western countries. In today’s episode, we discuss a positive story...

Human Resource Management is the process of attracting, developing, and retaining employees in an organization. Effective HRM strategies help organizations align their human capital with their overall business objectives and drive organizational success. In this episode, we have Shefali Salwan, who talks about Human resource management and the use of technology in it. She also talks about her jour...

What led to Uri Levine's success as an entrepreneur and innovator in the tech industry? Uri attributes his success to several factors, including his passion for making a meaningful impact, his willingness to challenge everything until he gets satisfactory answers, and his low fear of failure in the Israeli startup environment. Uri also cites his early experience with coding on a Sinclair ZX-81 as...

The Yellow Vests Protests or Yellow Jackets Protests or Yellow Vests Revolution are weekly protests in France that began on 17 November 2018. At first, the protestors advocated economic justice; later they called for institutional political reforms. In this episode, we have Rajinder Jhol who talks about Democracy. He talks about Democratic development and governance systems. He also talks about hi...

Jeanette Bronée is a well-being culture strategist, author and mental health advocate. She grew up in Denmark, where she was a competitive gymnast and later worked as an executive in the fashion business. She experienced two burnouts and learned the importance of being mindful of her own well-being. She wrote the book “The Self-Care Mindset” which is based on her observation that people often thin...

Akilah Riley Richardson, a relational life therapist and clinical trauma practitioner, shared her journey and openly discussed people's challenges in a relationship. Akilah takes a PRIDE approach to resolving many stress-related issues. Like this, she has many forms of therapy to support people and find a sense of Authenticity, Abundance, Alignment, and Attunement. About Andy Greenaway & her j...

Food brings people together, and the bonds that we form over food come from the magic that the cooks and chefs put back in the kitchen. In today’s episode, we discuss several factors impacting the culinary industry, along with recent trends in the food choices of people. [00:37] - About Thomas Bühner Thomas is a culinary expert. He is a recipient of three Michelin stars. He has been recognized and...

Fashion brands refer to companies that design, manufacture, and sell clothing, footwear, and accessories. Building a fashion brand requires a combination of creativity, business acumen, and hard work. In today’s episode, Arjan Dugal the CEO of fashion brands Arjan Dugal and Simran Dugal talks about creating and handling fashion brands. He also talks about entrepreneurship and his own journey. 00:3...

Climate Change is a pressing issue impacting the world, and individuals and organizations are now coming in to take initiatives to tackle it in varied ways. In today’s episode, we discuss the concepts of transformation, awareness, and green business. Suneiah Cullen, a creative and strategic advisor, discusses how the profits of businesses and the prosperity of the planet can coexist. [00:31] - Abo...

Andy Greenaway is always looking for collaborative projects requiring the cross-pollination of ideas and differing storytelling styles! And most of all, he believes our industry needs to extricate itself from the joyless, money-pinching hamster wheel and re-discover fun. Because you only live once. In this episode, Andy introduced us to advertising and brand building and what it costs to build a s...

Christoph von Toggenburg, CEO of World Vision Switzerland and Liechtenstein, reflects on his life journey. He was raised in Switzerland and was introduced to the challenges of the world by his medical doctor's parents who worked with disabled people. A life-changing event was a 2006 emergency mission to the Central African Republic, where he was almost killed in an assassination attempt. This rein...