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S3 Ep 594Are you ready to trust yourself in matters of LOVE? | Joelle Lydon, Founder, Your Love by Design; Relationship Expert
It may seem like dating and relationship advice is hard to come by, but maybe that is because you are not seeking out advice from the right people. Your friends and family are great, but maybe they aren’t the best ones to turn to when you need some honest advice. How about turning to a relationship expert. About Joelle Lydon Joëlle Lydon, MA, CPC is a coach, educator, artist and Highly Sensitive Leader. Founder of Your Love by Design, a business that offers mentorship programs that help clarify personal and professional relationships, Joëlle uses training, brain-based creative processes and practical tools with individuals and groups to empower innovative problem-solving, self-navigation, creative expression and Relational Sovereignty.

S3 Ep 593What should startups do to build a strong culture? | Amir Carmel, Founder, The Inner Work Out, a gym for inner leadership and human connections
Facilitating dialogue enables people to share their own views and listen to differing views about a political or social concern, thus gradually moving towards a deeper understanding of their situation. Agreement is not a primary aim of dialogue, but understanding is. About Amir Carmel I create meaningful connections by facilitating dialogue and listening sessions. I believe that fully showing up and staying open to others is the best way to grow and learn, for individuals, teams, and organizations.

S3 Ep 592How is the gaming business going to benefit from the metaverse? | Franck Milet, CEO and Founder, Secondworld.ch, a chain of Virtual Reality Centers
Have you ever wondered what is so attractive about the gaming world for brands? Well, the gaming audience is almost 3 Billion in size. That is a lot of people to get your message across to. And it is growing. Gaming, the biggest market, and entertainment industry is growing fast and there are millions of people around the world that are playing online. Over the last decade, the growth of online gaming has been one of the most remarkable stories in technology. About Franck Milet An experienced intra- and entre-preneur enjoying work in complex, result-oriented and multicultural environments with technical background, in French / German / English. Franck is the CEO and Founder of Secondworld.ch, a chain of Virtual Reality Centers in Switzerland. He is a virtual reality expert.

S3 Ep 591How are influencers affecting brands? | Taran Nandha, CEO and Founder, Growth Natives
Products are never just products, right? Interacting with these products provides experiences, and we buy them with that experience in mind. Better yet, the companies that create and market them know exactly the experience they want you to have when you make (or consider) a purchase. That’s why they cultivate their brands. Taran Nandha, CEO and Founder, Growth Natives talks about branding and marketing. About Taran Nandha Innovative Go To Market strategist and team builder. Skilled in enabling high-impact digital experiences for customers and prospects that result in sustainable growth. Result-oriented global business leader with an innate understanding of Marketing Technology and eCommerce. Proficient in creating systems, that result in improved accountability, ROI measurement, better sales and long-term customer satisfaction.

S3 Ep 590Impact of Metaverse on Common People’s Lives | Bhaskar Pramanik, Former Chairman of Microsoft, India
We are living in the digital age. Almost all our activities are digital. Many of us don't even remember the last time we used a pen and paper. This episode is about the benefits and the challenges that people face in this digital age and how we can live in this digital world without facing any problems. About Bhaskar Pramanik Mr. Bhaskar Pramanik is an accomplished management leader and professional from the Technology Industry. He has held National and Global Leadership positions in leading Multinational Technology Companies. He has worked in India, Singapore, and the US. He was on the Executive Committee of NASSCOM, the National Committee of CII and AMCHAM. He recently retired from the Board of SBI, India's largest Bank.

S3 Ep 589Learn to Write: The Ultimate Guide to Get You Started | Dr. Beverly Kaye, Founder & CEO, BevKaye and Co, Author, Speaker, and Thought Leader
Martin Luther has said, “If you want to change the world, pick up your pen and write.” If not directly changing the world, one can surely do it by changing one's own life. We know the power of putting thoughts on paper through writing. And, who doesn’t love their favorite authors who have the power to transport us to a different world? These writers enter our hearts as they relate with us through their stories. It is reading such relatable books that help us develop ideas, inculcate healthy changes, or just feel the emotions we want to feel. About Dr. Beverly Kaye Dr. Beverly Kaye has been a mainstay in the world of career development and talent retention for more than 30 years. Internationally known and professionally recognized as a best-selling author, speaker and thought leader, Bev has earned the esteem of colleagues, the trust of international business clients and an enviable reputation within the learning and performance development industry.

S3 Ep 588How is technology being used for human resources across the world? | Melinda Wolfe, Former Chief People Officer, HR Consultant, Executive Coach
Human resources (HR) is the division of a business that is charged with finding, screening, recruiting, and training job applicants, as well as administering employee-benefit programs. HR plays a key role in helping companies deal with a fast-changing business environment and a greater demand for quality employees in the 21st century. Melinda Wolfe, Former Chief People Officer, HR Consultant, and Executive Coach is here to talk to us about Human Resources. About Melinda Wolfe Executive Coach & Leadership Advisor Talent Management – Change Management – DE&I – Corporate Culture – HR Processes. TRUSTED C-SUITE ADVISOR & FORMER CHRO FOR GLOBAL COMPANIES. Respected HR and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) leader who partners with and coaches executives on leadership, culture, and execution strategies to build equitable and productive workplaces. Over the course of my career, I have supported leadership teams and company boards as a business-focused partner in organizations experiencing rapid organic growth, expansion through acquisition, and contraction through divestitures or downsizing.

S3 Ep 587Nutrition challenges of children in India | Shridhar Venkat, CEO, The Akshaya Patra Foundation, World's largest NGO for school meals
The motive of the Mid-day meal was to provide a dense nutrition lunch to all the students studying in Government schools. The initiative took place looking at the poor diet of a few students, and according to the parents of those students, they didn’t have enough money to provide the best. Know more about the same from Shridhar Venkat, CEO, of The Akshaya Patra Foundation, the World's largest NGO for school meals. About Shridhar Venkat Shridhar Venkat serves as the CEO of The Akshaya Patra Foundation. He has over 30 years of experience with leading multinationals like Philips, ABB, and Webex Communications India (CISCO). An Eisenhower Fellow 2014 for innovation, Shridhar has been working with Akshaya Patra for the past 16 years. Prior to that, he was the Vice-President Of sales of Webex Communications India (CISCO). Shridhar holds a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master's Degree in Marketing Management, NMIMS Mumbai.

S3 Ep 5863 Best Lessons to Become Successful in Life | Phil Bedford, Coach, The Rebel Networker, Author, Founder
Who doesn’t know the importance of a brand in business? But, how often do we give thought to personal branding? A concept that might sound strange is of high value, especially in times, when everyone strives to have a meaningful work life. A personal brand, like a company's brand, is an ongoing and never-ending process. One has to consciously put efforts into developing and maintaining one. But what does that mean? How to start? How to maintain it? We have all your questions answered with a coach today. 00:35- About Phil Bedford Having lived in the Middle East since 1998, I now leverage my extensive business acumen, Masters's Degree, and over a decade of experience in sales training, business development, and consulting to expand the Asentiv franchise across this region. I run regular networking events and workshops in Dubai. Considered a leading expert in referral marketing, I’m passionate about helping business owners grow fantastic businesses and lead spectacular lives. He is an entrepreneurial coach. He calls himself the rebel networker.

S3 Ep 585What are some communication challenges a lot of corporate leaders face? | Monica Rosenfeld, inCredible Communication Keynote Speaker
About Monica Rosenfeld I used to work as a Producer for Network Nine’s Á Current Affair’, where, when I wasn’t chasing fraudsters down the street, I helped thousands of people, communicate their stories to our audience of millions. Now as an 𝐢𝐧𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐊𝐞𝐲𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫, I help leaders, teams, and individuals communicate with confidence, clarity, and charisma, by harnessing the power of inCredible Communication. I inspire delegates to move from feeling overwhelmed, depleted, and confused to committed, passionate, and focused.

S3 Ep 584Revolutionizing Music Education and Career Development | Irene Au, Founder, and CEO, Kalos, A tech-driven platform revolutionizing music education
Music is a form of art. When different kinds of sounds are put together or mixed together to form a new sound that is pleasing to human beings, it is called music. Music is derived from the Greek word Mousike, which means the art of muses. Muses included the goddess of music, poetry, art, and dance in Ancient Greece. Irene Au, Founder, and CEO, of Kalos, A tech-driven platform revolutionizing music education talks about the importance of music. About Irene Au Irene is the Founder and CEO of Kalos, A tech-driven platform revolutionizing music education and career development. She is the founder of I Creation, and she's the founding director of Vienna Boys Choir Music Academy and Foundation. Experienced Founder with a demonstrated history of working in performing arts and education sectors. Skilled in International Project Management, Event Planning, Live Events, and Experienced Speaker. Strong links to Vienna the Capital of Music.

S3 Ep 583The difference between coaching a senior leader and an emerging leader | Audrey D Lloyd, Change Management and Business Transformation Expert; Author
The coaching trend has increased significantly in recent years and so has their need. A coach helps individuals uncover their potential, climb up the career ladder and improve their life overall by asking the right questions. Be it a Career coach, an executive coach, or a life coach, people are realizing the importance of hiring coaches and at the same time, people are showing interest in becoming a coach themselves to impact others' lives positively. Well, today we have invited Audrey D Lloyd, Change Management and Business Transformation Expert to share his insights with us. About Audrey D Lloyd Audrey is a communication strategist and change leader with over 25+ years of experience in communications, situational analysis, behavioral change, and over 10 years of marketing and branding experience. She brings imagination and vision, strong program management skills, and end-to-end expertise in strategy, execution, and sustainability. Audrey is a change management and business transformation expert.

S3 Ep 582What are the issues faced by women leaders? | Sally Helgesen, World's premier expert on Women's Leadership; Author
Any institution, whether it is society or organization, in the present century cannot function effectively without women’s equal participation in leadership activities. Women create a perspective that brings competition and collaboration to organizations and teams. Sally Helgesen, World's premier expert on Women's Leadership and Author talks to us about women's leadership. About Sally Helgesen Sally Helgesen's latest book, “How Women Rise,” co-authored with good friend and world-renowned executive coach Marshall Goldsmith, will be published in April 2018. As an author, speaker, and consultant, Sally's mission has always been to help women recognize, articulate, and act on their greatest strengths. Her groundbreaking “The Web of Inclusion: A New Architecture for Building Great Organizations” was cited in The Wall Street Journal as one of the best books on leadership ever and is credited with bringing the language of inclusion into business. In addition to delivering leadership programs and keynotes in corporations, universities, nonprofits, and associations around the world, Sally has consulted with the UN to build more inclusive country offices in Africa and Asia and led seminars at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and Smith College.

S3 Ep 581How is work from home affecting organizations? | Moyosola Olalekan, Moyosola Olalekan Outsourcing Services
Talent management is one of the most current topics in HR. How can we give candidates the best experience? How can we attract and retain the best people? What do we need to do to win the war on talent? Moyosola Olalekan, Moyosola Olalekan Outsourcing Services talks to us about the same. About Moyosola Olalekan Badeyo Moyosola Olalekan is an exceptional HR & Recruitment Consultant. Moyo bridges the gap between job seekers and employers of labor in Nigeria. She is an adept Talent Acquisition and Management Expert who has interviewed and placed over 7000 candidates in industries such as IT, Not - for - Profit, Hospitality, Retail, Architecture, Education sector, Nutraceutical, Oil & Gas, and Consulting. She is an author of two books (“In the cool of the day…” and “Set me free”) which can be purchased on Amazon, Amazon Kindle, and Okada Books.

S3 Ep 580What does a Co-Active Coach mean?| Lara Khouri, Founder, there is no spoon consulting & training firm; Co-Active Coach
The coaching trend has increased significantly in recent years and so has their need. A coach helps individuals uncover their potential, climb up the career ladder and improve their life overall by asking the right questions. Be it a Career coach, an executive coach, or a life coach, people are realizing the importance of hiring coaches and at the same time, people are showing interest in becoming a coach themselves to impact others' lives positively. Well, today we have invited Lara Khouri, Founder, there is no spoon consulting & training firm; Co-Active Coach to share her insights with us. About Lara Khouri Lara Khouri is the Founder of there is no spoon consulting & training firm. She is also a Co-Active Coach. She is also the founding member of Women in CX. She is the community leader for the Women in CX Arabia chapter.

S3 Ep 579How does the economics of solar work? | Saswat Das, Founder, and Director, Sunmeister Energy
Renewable energy is energy produced from sources like the sun and wind that are naturally replenished and do not run out. Renewable energy can be used for electricity generation, space, water heating and cooling, and transportation. Non-renewable energy, in contrast, comes from finite sources that could get used up, such as fossil fuels like coal and oil. About Saswat Das Saswat Das is the founder and Director of Sunmeister Energy. ‘An emerging energy solutions company working at the intersection of solar energy, energy efficiency, and energy storage’ Energy best saved is energy not used. The next best thing you could do is use a piece of energy-efficient equipment. You could supplement that energy requirement with a renewable source. Solar has a limitation. It works during the day and not at night.

S3 Ep 578Is Snacking Good for you? | Chirag Gupta, Founder, 4700 BC, Snack Foods
‘We are often asked the story behind our particular name. Well, the oldest evidence of popcorn was found in the ancient caves of Peru, nearly 6700 years ago, in 4700BC!’ Chirag Gupta is the founder of 4700 BC, Snack Foods is here to talk to us about snacks. About Chirag Gupta Chirag Gupta is the founder of 4700 BC, Snack Foods. B.Tech / MS in Computer Science, Consultant @Deloitte, ending up selling Popcorn @4700BC.

S3 Ep 577Are authors born or trained? | Jake Jacobs, Founder, Jake Jacobs Consulting; Author, Leverage Change
Martin Luther has said, “If you want to change the world, pick up your pen and write.” If not directly changing the world, one can surely do it by changing one's own life. We know the power of putting thoughts on paper through writing. And, who doesn’t love their favorite authors who have the power to transport us to a different world? These writers enter our hearts as they relate with us through their stories. It is reading such relatable books that help us develop ideas, inculcate healthy changes, or just feel the emotions we want to feel. About Jake Jacobs Jake Jacobs is the founder of Jake Jacobs Consulting and the Author of Leverage Change. Over the past 35 years, I’ve worked in 61 industries, from high-tech to manufacturing to hospitality to entertainment to financial services. I’ve consulted with 96 organizations, from Fortune 50 to national non-profits and community theaters. I’ve supported more than 210,000 people directly on important changes to their business. I’ve partnered with CEOs, front-line workers, and changemakers in middle management in organizations like Ford, Kraft, and Marriott.

S3 Ep 576Difference between Coaching a Team and Coaching an Individual | Andy Fieldhouse, Team Coach & Author, Getting Teamwork Right
The trend of coaching has increased significantly in recent years and so does their need. A coach helps individuals uncover their potential, climb up the career ladder and improve their life overall by asking the right questions. Be it a Career coach, an executive coach, or a life coach, people are realizing the importance of hiring coaches and at the same time, people are showing interest in becoming a coach themselves to impact others' lives positively. Well, today we have invited Andy Fieldhouse, Team Coach & Author, of Getting Teamwork Right to share his insights with us. About Andy Fieldhouse Andy Fieldhouse is the Team Coach & Author, of Getting Teamwork Right. I help companies save money by avoiding the costly issues that arise when teams are not functioning properly. I train and coach teams so that they can create a cohesive, connected culture based upon meaningful purpose, deep trust, and supportive relationships. This helps to reduce the financial impact of issues like high staff turnover, low employee engagement, workplace anxiety, stress, and absenteeism.

S3 Ep 575How are publishers taking advantage of e-books and audiobooks? | Ananth Padmanabhan, CEO, HarperCollins Publishers India
Martin Luther has said, “If you want to change the world, pick up your pen and write.” If not directly changing the world, one can surely do it by changing one's own life. We know the power of putting thoughts on paper through writing. And, who doesn’t love their favorite authors who have the power to transport us to a different world? These writers enter our hearts as they relate with us through their stories. It is reading such relatable books that help us develop ideas, inculcate healthy changes, or just feel the emotions we want to feel. Today, we have the CEO of HarperCollins Publishers India, Ananth Padmanabhan, who talks about his view of relating with the readers. 00:32- About Ananth Padmanabhan Anantha Padmanabhan is Chief Executive Officer of HarperCollins Publishers India. Since Ananth’s appointment as CEO, the company has grown its revenues and expanded its publishing footprint in English language publishing in India. Strategic initiatives included investing in new categories and voices, imprints, and new capabilities. Ananth is Co-Chair of the Publishing Committee within FICCI. He has also served on the Executive Committee of the Association of Publishers in India (API), where he was actively involved in activities that aimed at creating a level playing field for Indian publishing, fighting against piracy in the market, and protecting authors against Copyright and Territorial Infringement.

S3 Ep 574Why is Vocational Training Necessary? | Vishal Anand, Pro Chancellor & Founder, Shoolini University, Himachal Pradesh
Poor quality education is leading to poor learning outcomes in India, ultimately pushing children out of the education system and leaving them vulnerable to child labor, abuse, and violence. Many classrooms continue to be characterized by teacher-centered rote learning, corporal punishment, and discrimination. We have brought Vishal Anand, the Pro-Chancellor & Founder of Shoolini University in Himachal Pradesh to talk to us about quality education. About Vishal Anand Vishal Anand is the Pro-Chancellor & Founder of Shoolini University in Himachal Pradesh. My passion as an entrepreneur & investor is to create social enterprises that enable the empowerment and development of the host society. The journey started when I founded Shoolini University at 28 years of age in my hometown, Solan. Today, it Is a high-impact private university in Himachal Pradesh, focused on Himalayan Sustainability and Development. Our vision is to be among the top 200 global universities by 2022.

S3 Ep 573How to get to the Top and Excel in your Career? | D Narain, President, South Asia & Global Head of Smallholder Farming, Bayer
The corporate world is challenging and onerous. It is difficult to get on top of the career ladder especially when you are surrounded by major obstacles. There is so much that one requires to understand on how to get to the top in order to become successful. About D Narain D Narain is the president of South Asia and the Global Sponsor of Bayer’s Smallholder initiatives. Experienced well-rounded professional with global experiences in finance, strategy, and commercial operations. He has over three decades of global experience in food and agriculture. He was named as one of the top diverse leaders by the St. Louis Business Journal.

S3 Ep 572How do you differentiate between recreational cannabis and medicinal cannabis? | Vinay Tolia, Managing Member, Bengal Capital; Bengal Catalyst Fund
An investment is an asset or item acquired with the goal of generating income or appreciation. Appreciation refers to an increase in the value of an asset over time. When an individual purchases a good as an investment, the intent is not to consume the good but rather to use it in the future to create wealth. About Vinay Tolia Vinay Tolia is the Managing Member of Bengal Capital; Bengal Catalyst Fund. He is an angel investor. Experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the cannabis and investment industries. Skilled in Venture Capital, Options, Investment Banking, and Asset Management. Strong business development professional with a BA and BSE from The University of Michigan.

S3 Ep 571Who is a transformational catalyst? | Sonja Pemberton, CEO, and Founder, SRP International
Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity, are three words that go together as a trinity. It is hard to define. If we look at it, we can see that diversity comes from the word “diverse” which is “different in nature or kind”. So, inclusion is about bringing or keeping people together. So, what does all this mean? What does this have to do with business and HR? In this episode, Sonja Pemberton, CEO, and Founder, of SRP International explains these words in length. Sonja Pemberton Sonja Pemberton is the CEO, and Founder of SRP International. As a speaker and organizational inclusion strategist, I have been privileged to lead, mentor, and coach all career levels and generations in leadership development, communication, and culture.

S3 Ep 570What is a heart-centered entrepreneur? | Alex Vitillo, Founder, Breathing Heart Consultancy
Wealth consciousness is understanding, experience, thoughts, and feelings about wealth. Wealth refers to the idea that you have more than enough – that all your needs are met abundantly and that you lack or want for nothing. What are your thoughts and feelings about wealth then? Alex Vitillo, Founder, of Breathing Heart Consultancy talks to us about wealth consciousness. About Alex Vitillo Alex is the founder of Breathing Heart Consultancy. Alex is a Leading Shamanic Priestess of Wealth and well-being. She helps heart-centered coaches and consultants to move their businesses to the next level by healing past traumas.

S3 Ep 569What goes into building a successful brand? | Awa Ndukwe, Optivity Now, Brand Strategist
Branding is what people say about you when you are not in the room. It is not always about the companies we work for, it is also about our branding. The value, the skill set, and the experience we bring to the table in any field. The elevator pitch is not always required to promote our companies, but ourselves too for being in a position we deserve, to sustain in the position we hold, and to grow further to where we want to reach. It starts with the right mindset and thoughts, and today we have a pioneer of branding to talk about its importance, enabling us to become leaders in life. Tune in to listen to this enriching conversation. About Awa Ndukwe Awa Ndukwe is a brand strategist with Optivity Now. I use psychology, human behavioral patterns, emotional intelligence, creativity, and evolutionary trends to successfully build brands, which have proven to be successful through the years.

S3 Ep 568Building sustainable and scalable enterprises | Dr. Aravind Chinchure, CEO, Deshpande Startups; Author, The New Age Organisation
Starting a Business is one of the biggest challenges any entrepreneur will face. There are many questions to answer at the very beginning when starting a business, but the most difficult one is the question of what exactly you want to do. Today we have Dr Aravind Chinchure, CEO, Deshpande Startups; Author, The New Age Organisation to talk about his experience of starting a business. About Dr. Aravind Chinchure Dr. Aravind Chinchure is the CEO of Deshpande Startups, He is the author of The New Age Organisation. He has been credited with designing India's first two-year MBA course on innovation and entrepreneurship.

S3 Ep 567Authentic expressions of love, sex, and intimacy | Ilsa Fay, Founder, Erotica Film Festival and EROS Embodiment Festival
About Ilsa Fay Ilsa Fay is the Founder of the Erotica Film Festival and EROS Embodiment Festival. She is an award-winning filmmaker. She is a women’s coach. About Erotica Film Festival It's a festival that really speaks to consensual and authentic expressions of love, sex, and intimacy. We do have some explicit films, but the primary foundation of the film festival is the desire to see more authentic ways that people interact in loving expressions where vulnerability is honored.

S3 Ep 566Role of Social Media in building one’s Personal Brand | Marina Byezhanova, Co-Founder, Brand of a Leader, a personal branding agency
Who doesn’t know the importance of a brand in business? But, how often do we give thought to personal branding? A concept that might sound strange is of high value, especially in times, when everyone strives to have a meaningful work life. A personal brand, like a company's brand, is an ongoing and never-ending process. One has to consciously put efforts into developing and maintaining one. But what does that mean? How to start? How to maintain it? We have all your questions answered with a personal brand coach today. Marina Byezhanova Marina is the co-founder of Brand of a Leader which is a personal branding agency. She's an entrepreneur, a global speaker, and a university instructor. She's a member of EO which is an Entrepreneurs Organization.

S3 Ep 565How is PR different from networking? | Laura Perkes, Founder, PR with Perkes; PR Strategist and Brand Storyteller
Public relations (PR) is the set of techniques and strategies related to managing how information about an individual or company is disseminated to the public, and especially the media. Laura Perkes, Founder of PR with Perkes; PR Strategist and Brand Storyteller talks to us about PR. About Laura Perkes Laura Perkes is the Founder of PR with Perkes. She's a PR Strategist and a Brand Storyteller. B2C CEOs who are innovative and disruptive don't follow the rules; they rewrite them, thriving on creativity and thinking outside the box. Your mission and your purpose are strong drivers for the growth of your business, yet you're not effectively utilizing the power of PR to share your message with a wider audience, to connect with and engage with your ideal customers and drive traffic to your website.

S3 Ep 564How should reservations be handled? | Ashok Bharti, Chairman, National Conference of Dalit Organisations
A discussion on the emancipation and development of Dalits in India is legitimate within the modern historical canon as also in the ongoing political and economic reforms. The situation of Dalits and their voice for betterment needs to be heeded considering the teeming numbers of oppressed – the Dalits, who are perpetual victims of marginalization and socio-economic exclusion. Ashok Bharti, Chairman, National Conference of Dalit Organisations takes about the inclusion of Dalits. About Ashok Bharti Ashok Bharti is the Chairman of the National Conference of Dalit Organisations. He is the former chair of the board of the international commission for Dalit rights in the US.

S3 Ep 563Helping Organizations Get Ready for the Future of Work | Diana Wu David, Author, Educator, Founder, Future Proof Lab
The term “futurist” most commonly refers to people who attempt to understand the future (sometimes called trend analysis) such as authors, consultants, thinkers, organizational leaders, and others who engage in interdisciplinary and systems thinking to advise private and public organizations. Today we have Diana Wu David, Author, Educator, and Founder, of Future Proof Lab. About Diana Wu David Diana is an Author, Educator, and Founder of Future Proof Lab. She's a CEO and a board whisperer. She's the author of the best-selling book Future Proof: Reinventing Work in an Age of Acceleration.

S3 Ep 562Key differences in scaling up a business and building a new business | Brooke Wade, President, Wade Capital Corporation
Starting a Business is one of the biggest challenges any entrepreneur will face. There are many questions to answer at the very beginning when starting a business, but the most difficult one is the question of what exactly you want to do. Today we have Brooke Wade, President, of Wade Capital Corporation to talk about his experience of starting a business. About Brooke Wade Brooke Wade is the President of Wade Capital Corporation, a private investment company active in private equity, oil and gas, real estate, and industrial businesses. From 1994 to 2005, Brooke was the Co-Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of Acetex Corporation, a publicly-traded chemical company specializing in acetyls, specialty polymers, and films.

S3 Ep 561Top Two predictions in the Digital Economy | Subbu Subramanian, SVP & Chief Information Officer, Anchor Packaging
We are living in the digital age. Almost all our activities are digital. Many of us don't even remember the last time we used a pen and paper. This episode is about the benefits and the challenges that people face in this digital age and how we can live in this digital world without facing any problems. About Subbu Subramanian Subbu Subramanian is the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Anchor Packaging. He has been a global CIO and a transformation leader. He has led various IT teams across various geographies. Created value through digital transformation, improved business performance, cost savings & technology innovation.

S3 Ep 560How can music support corporate managers, entrepreneurs, and startup founders? | Chen Zhangyi, Musician
Music is a form of art. When different kinds of sounds are put together or mixed together to form a new sound that is pleasing to human beings, it is called music. Music is derived from the Greek word Mousike, which means the art of muses. Muses included the goddess of music, poetry, art, and dance in Ancient Greece. Chen Zhangyi talks to us about the importance of music. About Chen Zhangyi The music of Chen Zhangyi has been described by Straits Times as “a breath of fresh air on our musical landscape” and BBC Radio 3 as “music from a voice of the future.” Nature is often a source of inspiration in Zhangyi's music. The musical representation of Singaporean culture is another recurring theme within Zhangyi's music.

S3 Ep 559What are the challenges being faced in India on sustainability? | Arpit Maheshwari, Founder Jeevantika, an IIT grad turned Natural Farmer
Urban farming has been around for decades. Now, it's becoming more popular as people are realizing the need to reduce food miles and the environmental impact of raising animals, and the use of fertilizers and pesticides. While it sounds great in theory, the reality of farming in urban areas is not as easy. As this episode will show, you will find there are a number of challenges faced by urban farmers. Arpit Maheshwari, Founder Jeevantika, an IIT grad turned Natural Farmer talks to us about regenerative farming in depth. About Arpit Maheshwari My primary focus right now is Sustainable living & Environment Education. An IITian turned natural farmer, I work on practical solutions to our current climate crises.

S3 Ep 558Writing about the migrant experience and personal trauma with humor and empathy | Eric Tinsay Valles, Director, Poetry Festival Singapore
Martin Luther has said, “If you want to change the world, pick up your pen and write.” If not directly changing the world, one can surely do it by changing one's own life. We know the power of putting thoughts on paper through writing. And, who doesn’t love their favorite authors who have the power to transport us to a different world? These writers enter our hearts as they relate with us through their stories. It is reading such relatable books that help us develop ideas, inculcate healthy changes, or just feel the emotions we want to feel. About Eric Tinsay Valles Eric is the Director of the Poetry Festival in Singapore. Eric Tinsay Valles has published two poetry collections, A World in Transit (2011) and After the Fall: dirges among ruins (2014), for which he was shortlisted for the Singapore Literature Prize. He has co-edited six anthologies, Get Lucky (2015), Sg Poems 2015-2016 (2016), Anima Methodi (2018), The Nature of Poetry (2019), and The Atelier of Healing (2021), and A Given Grace (2021). In 2013, he won the Goh Sin Tub Creative Writing Competition Prize. He writes about the migrant experience and personal trauma with humor and empathy.

S3 Ep 557How has advertising and creatives changed over the past few decades? | Brandon Ball, Founding Partner & CEO, Starch Creative; CEO Purpose Supply Co
Branding is what people say about you when you are not in the room. It is not always about the companies we work for, it is also about our branding. The value, the skill set, and the experience we bring to the table in any field. The elevator pitch is not always required to promote our companies, but ourselves too for being in a position we deserve, to sustain in the position we hold, and to grow further to where we want to reach. It starts with the right mindset and thoughts, and today we have a pioneer of branding to talk about its importance, enabling us to become leaders in life. Tune in to listen to this enriching conversation. About Brandon Ball Brandon Ball is a founding partner at Starch Creative, full-service retail and experiential design agency focused on delivering culturally resonant experiences to brand loyalists. Guided by an inherent entrepreneurial drive, he focuses on creating great work by cultivating an inspired and fearless team. In just six years, he has grown the agency from a team of two with a single office to an enterprise with two offices, being listed among Adweek’s Fastest Growing Agencies.

S3 Ep 556Learn Philanthropy from Philanthropist | David Evans, Senior Advisor, Public-Private Partnerships, UNICEF
Philanthropy is a form of altruism that consists of “private initiatives, for the public good, focusing on the quality of life”. Philanthropy contrasts with business initiatives, which are private initiatives for private good, focusing on material gain; and with government endeavors, which are public initiatives for the public good, e.g., focusing on the provision of public services. A person who practices philanthropy is a philanthropist. About David Evans He's a senior advisor with UNICEF. He used to be the Chief of Global Philanthropy not only there but also at UBS. He used to be the Head of the private sector at the Global Fund to fight AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria.

S3 Ep 555How have people coped on the health and wellness front during the pandemic? | Claudia Grace, Certified Health and Wellness Coach
We hear a lot and pay attention to physical fitness, essential for our body. But, equally important and often neglected is the concept of mental fitness. Including the daily exercises for mental fitness reaps multiple benefits. It improves our performance and physical being, too. Claudia Grace, Certified Health and Wellness Coach talks to us about mental health and executive coaching. About Claudia Grace Claudia Grace is the Certified Health and Wellness Coach. She helps CEOs & Executives & Small Businesses. She is a Corporate Mental Health & Well-being Facilitator. She is also an Executive Coach.

S3 Ep 554What goes into curating a successful podcast? | Dave Summers, Founder, and Owner at Pine Mountain Digital
Content marketing comes in many shapes and sizes. Creators like you have a lot of options: blog posts, social media updates, visuals, videos, slide decks, and even more. You can even add podcasting to this mix. Audio is being used in clever ways to fit into the content plans of some top forward-thinking websites and blogs. Dave Summers, Founder, and Owner at Pine Mountain Digital talks to us about podcasting. About Dave Summers Dave is the Founder and Owner of Pine Mountain Digital. He is a Digital Media Producer. He creates impactful podcasts, interactive web events, irreverent video blogs, instructive explainer videos, and more.

S3 Ep 553How is technology changing advertising? | Kishore Dharmarajan, CEO, Seo Souq FZ LLC
The definition of brand building is to generate awareness about your business using strategies and campaigns with the goal of creating a unique and lasting image in the marketplace. Positive image + standing out = brand success. With social media gaining a larger part of our lives, businesses have resorted to them for marketing their brands. A business branch, which was earlier seldom seen to be a cost, is now an investment, trying to gain maximum eyeballs and attraction to a brand for its success. About Kishore Dharmarajan Kishore Dharmarajan is the CEO of Seo Souq FZ LLC. He's a metaverse expert, and he's earlier worked with companies like WSI Internet Consulting, and Eureka Advertising Dubai.

S3 Ep 552How does culture impact coaching? | Gilad Karni, Founder, The Dream Team
The trend of coaching has increased significantly in recent years and so does their need. A coach helps individuals uncover their potential, climb up the career ladder and improve their life overall by asking the right questions. Be it a Career coach, an executive coach, or a life coach, people are realizing the importance of hiring coaches and at the same time, people are showing interest in becoming a coach themselves to impact others' lives positively. Well, today we have invited Gilad Karni, Founder, of The Dream Team to share his insights with us. About Gilad Karni I dedicate my life to helping leaders transcend the limitations of their minds and awaken their limitless nature and potential as a teacher, leader, and activist. As a former professional basketball player who served in the special forces with deep knowledge in consciousness, spirituality, and transformational work, I bring a unique combination to my coaching by integrating business development, leadership coaching, and spiritual teaching.

S3 Ep 551Using technology across the developed and developing world | Prof Anthony O'Driscoll, Professor, Speaker, Author, Advisor
We are living in the digital age. Almost all our activities are digital. Many of us don't even remember the last time we used a pen and paper. This episode is about the benefits and the challenges that people face in this digital age and how we can live in this digital world without facing any problems. About Prof Anthony O'Driscoll Prof Anthony O'Driscoll is a speaker, author, and advisor. He's an adjunct professor at Duke University at The School of Business. He's published two books on learning and organization performance and achieving desired business performance and hundreds of articles.

S3 Ep 550Does too much networking become a problem? | Salil Agrawal, Author, Mentor, Coach
Networking, they say, is about planting relationships. Networks help you when you need a better position or a solution to your concern. Sometimes, even seen negatively, it becomes indispensable to understand the intention with which one network. It doesn’t always have to be several contacts, but the quality they bring to your life personally or professionally. Today’s guest, Salil Agrawal, is an Author, Mentor, and Coach. He also discusses how these networks help share mutual concerns ranging from the professional front to mental health. “It is easier to get lonely at the top, but such networking groups help in sharing and feeling a little less lonely. About Salil Agrawal Salil has over 38 years of diverse experience in the industry and consulting leadership roles with P&L responsibility. He has 20 years of consulting experience and has helped clients derive sustainable value through acquisitions and enhancing performance by integrating people, processes, and technology and adopting quality tools. He is the author of the book ‘A Chapter out of my Life’.

S3 Ep 549Organic Farming vs. Regenerative Farming | Ashish Srivastav, Founder, and MD, Sajhi Mitti
Urban farming has been around for decades. Now, it's becoming more popular as people are realizing the need to reduce food miles and the environmental impact of raising animals, and the use of fertilizers and pesticides. While it sounds great in theory, the reality of farming in urban areas is not as easy. As this episode will show, you will find there are a number of challenges faced by urban farmers. Ashish Srivastav, Founder and MD, Sajhi Mitti talks to us about regenerative farming in depth. About Ashish Srivastav Ashish is the Founder and Managing Director of Sajhi Mitti. He has earlier spent several years in the pharmaceutical world.

S3 Ep 548Learnings from the Army | Col Sunil Prem, Founder, Brisk Olive Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
Branding is what people say about you when you are not in the room. It is not always about the companies we work for, it is also about our branding. The value, the skill set, and the experience we bring to the table in any field. The elevator pitch is not always required to promote our companies, but ourselves too for being in a position we deserve, to sustain in the position we hold, and to grow further to where we want to reach. It starts with the right mindset and thoughts, and today we have a pioneer of branding to talk about its importance, enabling us to become leaders in life. Tune in to listen to this enriching conversation. About Col Sunil Prem Sunil Prem is the founder of Brisk Olive Business Solutions Private Limited. He's an ex-army officer. He was the Best Army Cadet at the National Defense Academy and the President's Gold Medal Winner at the Indian Military Academy. He is also an author.

S3 Ep 547What goes into building a global brand? | Garry O Ridge, Chairman, and CEO, WD-40 Company
Here’s the thing about leadership that a lot of people either don’t understand or refuse to believe: Everyone can be a leader. There is no single answer to “What is leadership?” because it isn’t something you’re either born with or without, but a powerful skill that can be developed over time. Great leaders don’t follow a single path or personality type. In fact, you’ve probably taken on leadership roles in your life that you didn’t realize at the time. So what makes a good leader, really? Garry O Ridge, Chairman, and CEO, of WD-40 Company, talks to us about leadership. About Garry O Ridge Garry O Ridge is the Chairman and CEO of WD-40 Company. He is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of San Diego. He is an author of a book titled ‘Helping People Win at Work’.

S3 Ep 546What makes a good writer? | Tim Lewis, Author, Social Media Networking Expert, Live Show Host, Traveller
Martin Luther has said, “If you want to change the world, pick up your pen and write.” If not directly changing the world, one can surely do it by changing one's own life. We know the power of putting thoughts on paper through writing. And, who doesn’t love their favorite authors who have the power to transport us to a different world? These writers enter our hearts as they relate with us through their stories. It is reading such relatable books that help us develop ideas, inculcate healthy changes, or just feel the emotions we want. About Tim Lewis Tim Lewis is an accomplished author and a social media guru. Tim Lewis is a former IT manager in a financial markets company His first book was Timeshock: I Want My Life Back. After writing that book, he wrote two more books in that series. In his last book Social Media Networking, he explores how to use social media to build connections to get ahead in your career, personal life, and business.

S3 Ep 545What are some challenges China represents for us? | Lt Gen Anil Malik AVSM, Former DG, Discipline, Ceremonials, and Welfare, Army HQ
The world is changing, and so is the future of war. Nations should stay vigilant about protecting their people and territories. Combat is no longer limited to land, sea, and air; it now occurs in the digital realm and outer space. Strengthening militaries involve strengthening capabilities on all fronts: technologies, intelligence, communications, and leadership. Lt Gen Anil Malik, AVSM, Former DG, Discipline, Ceremonials and Welfare, Army HQ joins us to talk about four factors for success in any profession and the leadership style that leads to better decisions. He also predicts the future of war, suggesting ways that India can adapt to the changes. Finally, Lt Gen Anil Malik compares the warfare rules and policies of countries like China, India, and Pakistan. If you’re interested in the future of war, militaries, and defense, don’t miss this episode! About Lt Gen Anil Malik AVSM A seasoned professional with over 44 years of diverse and dedicated experience in Human Resource Development / Administration / Training / Education and Healthcare Management. Gen Malik is the former Director-General of Discipline, Ceremonials, and Welfare in the Army headquarters in India. Gen Malik has served in Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast. He's a motivational speaker and in his own words, he's on a mission on shaping the future and supporting next-generation leaders.