Voice of Achievers

Achieving deadlines while having fun with work partners, or colleagues on those boring, dreadful working weekends. Possible? We shouldn’t be working on weekends at all. But that’s an ideal world. Sometimes, you give in and deadlines or excessive work takes over. How do you actually make it interesting, or get past it, making it an event in your own right with your colleagues; your Hobbes? Or simpl...

What is an entrepreneurial spirit, and is it only required for entrepreneurs? How can organizations, businesses and people stay resilient and serve their business and the nation while also nurturing innovation? Our guest Mr Ramanan Ramanathan was the first Mission Director of the Atal Innovation Mission, a part of Niti Ayog or the National Institution for Transforming India by the Government of In...

What is reputation management and why is it necessary? How do you build brands and relationships & What are some common qualities of leaders/CEOs? Our guest is Siddharth Vaze is the Host of The CEO's Chair, which is a popular talk show and the founder of Bearing Strategy which partners with global organizations and CXO's for reputation management and strategic communication services. Siddharth...

What does it take to become a CEO and continue thriving as in a pivotal leadership position? What happens to the role of mentors in a digital world? In the #coolcorporate series, we decode leadership, along with tenacity, building mental muscles to handle tough situations, peppered with the power of luck and leaving a legacy with our guest. Mr. Gautam Dutta is the CEO of PVR Limited and a seasoned...

Experienced professionals, entrepreneurs, psychologists, and wellness experts answer 28 questions relevant across 2021 and 2022. This podcast is a collective of 28 nuggets of wisdom from the wonderful humans who’ve been on our show. They answer pertinent questions, share valuable perspectives, and deliver thought-provoking & slice of life experiences to cheer you up each time life bogs you dow...

Can anyone become a leader? What sort of preparedness is required to embrace leadership? And when tasks become monotonous and mundane, how do you bring back enthusiasm and continue staying motivated? Our guest Vishal Gupta is an Associate Professor in Organizational Behaviour and the Chairperson of the Ashank Desai Centre for Leadership and Organisational Development at IIM Ahmedabad. Vishal has b...

How do entrepreneurs deal with failure? How do they overcome fear? Why entrepreneurship isn’t always about passion turning profession? And why must entrepreneurs be aware of their physical and mental capabilities? Our guest Chaitanya Purandare has been an entrepreneur for over 25 years and has dealt with success as he has with failure across businesses. He started as Managing Director at Stem One...

A new workplace brings with it multiple emotions. While you’re excited about what lies ahead and the opportunities that might unfold, there’s always a sense of doubt, "What if I get lost?" or "How do I find my fit, my people?"In this short little episode, through the tale of Hansel & Gretel and through research & personal experience, we're dropping the breadcrumbs that might help you settl...

What is purpose-based branding? How do you crack a deal with tough clients? What are the selling strategies and tips to help you put your foot in the door? Our guest Mr Manish Advani is a renowned Corporate Trainer, Public Speaker and comes with an experience of working with Microsoft Canada, Jaguar, Mahindra SSG, Schindler and more across India, USA, Canada and the Middle East. Currently, he’s th...

How do founders prepare for their startup pitch? How is AI transforming the world and what are the career opportunities for young people in AI & Technology? Pitching to investors, finding the right city for your startup, women in technology, careers in AI and lots more on this podcast. Our guest is Rimjhim Ray, the Co-founder at Spotle.ai, India’s largest AI-powered career platform for millenn...

What is Design Thinking really and how can one apply it? How can creativity & design drive business results? What goes behind the wrappers, covers, and packets of products that you use or consume everyday? Our guest is Mr Ashwani Kumar, Chief of Design and Packaging at ITC Ltd(a leading FMCG brand in India). With over 30 years of diverse experience, he has worked with leading products across c...

How do you find a schedule, your own rhythm? What are the questions you need to ask yourself to never let the unending loop of work get to you especially with a work from home/study from home schedule? In our Achieve More (shorties), we deep dive into 5 important questions you need to find answers to, as you release burdensome and unending work and find your own schedule and rhythm. Original Music...

What does it take for a young woman to navigate her way to the top? How can women build a support system, express themselves, make bold decisions and find their voice? In our corporate career series, we chat with Sonali Misra who has been both the receiver and provider of support from and to women. Sonali is currently the Vice President and Head HR, India with Bain & Company and comes with a d...

Marketing Consultant, Financial Consultant, HR Consultant et al. What does a consultancy career entail? How do you develop and nurture the skills for it? How do you handle a shift in career moves? And, how can a young professional navigate challenges and life at a multinational organization. In our corporate career series special, we discuss the above and more with Sonali Misra, Vice President and...

Why limit friendships to school and college, when you can thrive at work with deep connections and friendships? According to a Gallup report, people with a “best friend at work” are 7 times more likely to be engaged, happy and cheerful in their work. On the 50th episode of Season 3, we discuss forming, building and nurturing friendships in the workplace through the lens of Winnie the Pooh and Frie...

Research shows that the more difficulty you have in saying NO, the more likely you are to experience stress, burnout, and even depression (three things that hinder your emotional intelligence).How do you say NO to unnecessary requests by friends, colleagues, relatives, bosses or clients? This super shortie blends personal experience and some research. Original Music by Joseph Mc Dade Drop us a not...

How far does knowing a foreign language go in shaping your career? Can young professionals use foreign language as an advantage when exploring opportunities abroad? How can entrepreneurs leverage the power of language and culture while expanding to a different country? We explore foreign language, and culture along with finding opportunities and expanding and exploring as professionals and entrepr...

As youngsters charting career paths and with ambitious dreams, can we really keep environmental impact at the core of the way we structure our career? From the structuring of the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals to a Caring Quotient, Kindness, and staggering statistics of India and the World's contribution to environmental issues- we cover it all on this episode. Our guest, Mr. Satya...

On World Youth Skills Day, we discuss skills of the future in this special episode. Entrepreneurial, Professional, Creative, Global and Psychological skills that’ll help you thrive in a competitive world, cooked up together in this mashup with excerpts from experienced individuals. We answer questions like:What if you don't have a skill? Where do you begin? Which skills will stand the test of time...

How does one deal with the insecurities & embarrassment of failing? How did a marketing professional suddenly change gears and become a cricket humorist & stand-up comic? How is it living the life that millions dream of and really knowing the humans behind the sports personalities that we see on screens? Our guest Vikram Sathaye is a cricket humorist, stand-up artist, entrepreneur and auth...

How do you plan your career moves amidst a crisis situation ?What sort of readiness is required for a career switch? Our guest is Ms Fatema Agarkar, the founder of The Agarkar Centre of Excellence (ACE) which is an initiative to combine sports and education for the upcoming generation. She’s a creative educator emphasizing the significance of sports, breaking age-old methods of teaching and urging...

How do you arrive at a career choice or a life choice? How can you find purpose in what you do and build creative thinking skills? We caught up with a cartoonist and writer who juggles two professions a day job as a content strategist and a cartoonist with a purpose by the night. Ramya Sriram is a cartoonist and writer from Hyderabad. currently based in the UK. She is the creator of The Tap comics...

How can new trends in fashion contribute to the sustainable goals for the environment? Here's all that the youth needs to know about fashion & environmental sustainability. On World Environment Day, we speak to Runa Ray, fashion environmentalist, designer, activist and entrepreneur who helps break myths about fast fashion and shares how the youth can adopt simple strategies for a greener plane...

What constitutes a good photograph and how can you click a better one? How does a colour-blind photographer deal with his shortcomings? What’s the role of perspective in telling a good (visual) story? Our guest today is Aniruddh Kothari, an advertising photographer and director from Bombay who dramatically ditched MBA to pursue photography. With over 10 years of experience as a photographer, Aniru...

Your hair is closely linked to your personality, and often your confidence. What did it take for a young woman in the early 90s to opt for a not-so-popular career choice in a new country? How did she build confidence and eventually an entrepreneurial venture out of a creative career like hairstyling? Our guest Adhuna Bhabani is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of BBlunt Hair Salon and Academy...