What separates good from great? What turns ordinary businesses into extraordinary brands? And what lessons can we learn from leaders who have already made the journey? On Secrets to Win Big, Arjun Sen sits down with visionary leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry experts to uncover the stories, decisions, challenges, and breakthroughs behind their success. Each episode goes beyond theory to explore leadership, customer experience, branding, culture, growth, innovation, and the human side of business. Through honest conversations and practical wisdom, listeners gain actionable insights they can use to create stronger relationships, build better organizations, and unlock their next big win. If you're looking for inspiration, strategy, and real-world lessons from people who have achieved remarkable results, you're in the right place.
What does branding look like in a world driven by AI, real-time search, and changing buyer behavior? In this episode of Secrets to Win Big, Arjun Sen sits down with marketing strategist Jeff Pedowitz to explore how brands can stay relevant, disciplined, and effective as marketing continues to evolve. Jeff shares lessons from restaurants, leadership, and decades of marketing experience, while offering practical guidance on AI-driven content, customer-centric storytelling, brand consistency, and the future of search. The conversation culminates in a powerful challenge for marketers and business leaders alike: Be Bold. The brands that win tomorrow will be the ones willing to rethink old assumptions, focus on customer outcomes, and adapt before the market forces them to. Key Takeaways Why great brands create emotional connection How AI is changing search and content strategy The shift from selling to facilitating Why ROI matters more than attribution Building brand consistency across every channel What “Be Bold” really means for marketers today #SecretsToWinBig #Branding #MarketingStrategy #AI #Leadership #CustomerExperience #BusinessGrowth #BeBold
6/16/26 • 25:11
In this episode, Arjun Sen and Kevin Lee explore what truly makes brands win in today’s crowded, AI-driven world. They share why branding is the ultimate emotional tiebreaker, why storytelling is essential in an attention-starved marketplace, and how brands must balance short-term performance marketing with long-term brand building. The conversation dives into the power of customer experience, the danger of over-focusing on bottom-funnel tactics, and why winning big means becoming the #1 choice for the right customers, not everyone. This episode is packed with practical insights for founders, marketers, and business leaders looking to build brands that create emotional connection, customer loyalty, and lasting growth.
5/14/26 • 33:57
In this episode, VIP guest William Espey, the creative visionary behind Chipotle, joins us to talk about why authentic brands win, how values shape culture, and why brand truth always beats brand spin. If you want to build a brand people actually trust, this conversation is a must-listen.
3/19/26 • 36:19
You are spending obscene amount of money in marketing to acquire one customer at a time. Are you reaching your business potential by maximizing your customer retention? Is your business undervalued by leaking customers? The path to growth is not a mechanical loyalty program but your team going all out to wow one customer and then wow one more. Over last thirty years in the corporate trenches, I have seen over and over, when this mindset becomes a brand’s culture, it maximizes growth. Wow One More: One Person. One Moment. One Reputation. Seven Questions Business Leaders Ask What is the true lifetime value of one customer? If one of your customers left today, would your team feel it? Are you buying just transactions or building loyalty? When was the last time you walked your customer journey end to end? How will your business change if every team member wowed just one more customer a day? What is stopping your team members? Are they empowered to act—or just trained to comply? And most importantly— What would your last 10 customers say about you when you’re not in the room? If even one of these questions gives you pause, perhaps the real opportunity isn’t another strategy PowerPoint deck—but a disciplined commitment to WOW ONE MORE. If you’re ready to examine the value of one customer and build growth that compounds, let’s start that conversation. Please Subscribe to the Secrets to Win Big® Podcast! #podcast #podcasts #success #leader #leaders #new #newepisode #win #secret #thoughtleader #leadership #business #businesspodcast #listen #launch #episode
2/12/26 • 22:37
Yourness is the core of your personal brand and the earned credibility that shapes how others perceive you. In the business world, perception becomes reality. Our future opportunities are influenced not only by what we have done, but by what people believe we can do. And that belief is grounded in the impact we have demonstrated over time. Let’s dive deeper into frameworks, stories, and actionable steps to help you take control of your personal brand, communicate your value clearly, and build trust that lasts. If you are ready to understand, articulate, and elevate your personal brand and lead with authenticity and lasting impact—this episode is designed for you. Key takeaways for this episode include: Yourness is something we uncover, invest in, and embrace. Six steps to discovering and living your Yourness. Perfecting your 15 second introduction. Past impact is the strongest indicator of future value. Trust is earned through consistent action.
1/8/26 • 21:18
Branding is never a solo act, it is a team journey. But beyond experience, titles, and functional expertise, there is one critical ingredient that often determines whether a brand truly wins: an unquit heart. This episode explores why having at least one person who simply refuses to give up can make the difference between brands that stall and brands that stay in the game long enough to win. Through real-world stories this episode unpacks how unquit DNA shows up in unexpected places and why it is essential to building brands that endure, adapt, and grow. Key takeaways for this episode include: Why branding success depends on who is in the room, not just what roles they hold The concept of the “unquit heart” and why it matters more than experience alone How brands lose momentum when they fail to take the extra step The importance of staying with an idea long enough to make it bigger
12/19/25 • 06:21
What does it take for a brand to rise from being “one of many” to becoming “one of one?” Arjun Sen unpacks through powerful personal stories and brand lessons from 30 years in the corporate trenches, why humility, empathy, and curiosity about your customer are the foundation of sustained brand success. From an almost career-changing decision in the beer industry, to insights learned at a bagel chain, to a night spent in a retirement home — every story reveals the same truth: great brands begin with knowing the customer deeply. There is no faking it. This episode dives into how to think like your customer, feel like your customer, and act in ways that create meaningful emotional connection — not just transactions. Key takeaways for this episode include: Three kinds of brands: One of many (forgettable), One of few (considered but ignored), One of one (loved) Start with humility: Admit you are not the customer — but you can learn to know and serve them. Be, Think, Feel, Act like your customer: The mindset for every brand leader who wants to build real connection. Go for the customer’s heart (not the wallet): When you truly know your customer, you can connect with them. See more episodes at https://www.secretstowinbig.com
11/20/25 • 10:54
After a journey of nearly 100 brands over 30 years, partnering with numerous leaders around the world; it is time to sit back and reflect on the branding moments and the threads that connect them. Behind every brand success story that resulted in a big win, every failure that gave birth to big learning driving future wins, there are hidden stories of branding do’s and do-not’s. Unlike in other areas of business, in branding, pushing today’s do-not’s often opens the door for future big wins. So here it is, a season marking my reflections into branding nostalgia, blended with conversations with special guests, and ready to find nuggets that will enlighten us in the journey forward. Key takeaways for this season include: Brand differentiation: What makes your brand unique? Brand fulfillment: Living the brand, not just talking about it. Businesses are built by wow one more: Wowing one more customer. Brand strategy and marketing strategy: Using your one-of-one brand positioning. Brand communication: Effectively communicating expectations and perceptions. Brand storytelling: Telling your one-of-one unique brand story that connects to customers. See more episodes at https://www.secretstowinbig.com
10/23/25 • 12:22
Vivek Bahl is a social media genius who has been running his own social media marketing agency since 2011. Before this he was Creative Director at Cheil and Dentsu and has also worked in Grey, besides being in the Brand Team at The Times of India and Head of Marketing at PVR Cinemas. He launched India’s first talent based social network in the fields of modeling, fashion photography and Bollywood dancing. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Inner voice leads down the right path. - Play for yourself, not just to win every time. - Don’t let external parameters define your accomplishments. - Overthinking is overrated. - Why put out thoughts on a pedestal to judge ourselves? - Do not look back to regret the choices made in the past. - Live life now. Please Subscribe to the Secrets to Win Big® Podcast! #podcast #podcasts #success #leader #leaders #new #newepisode #win #secret #thoughtleader #leadership #business #businesspodcast #listen #launch #episode #unquitforever #unquitter
3/27/25 • 26:17
Partha Sinha is the President of the Times of India Group, one of the most influential media groups of India. He’s a seasoned leader with proven track record in the brand, media, digital and communication space. Ex Citibanker, ex VP Strategy Ogilvy, ex marketing chief Zee Telefilms, ex head of strategy SE Asia for Publicis, ex Managing Partner BBH, ex MD and Vice Chairman, McCann WordGroup. In 2020, I asked Partha to connect me to a few people for my podcast. He connected me to one of India’s top directors, Shoojit Sircar. The podcast with Shoojit turned into ongoing chat over the next two years. When Shoojit first talked about making a movie on me, I thought this was the biggest prank Partha had played on me. It was the connection from him that set the ball rolling for the movie, I Want To Talk. I was very excited that Partha and his wife Chaitali were the first to see the movie outside of the core group. In this podcast, Partha, a brilliant mind who guided the conversation so effortlessly into the depth of the heart, but never making it too serious. Thank you Partha for being you, always. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: Life is never over till it is over. “I Want to Talk” is a story of crossing one hurdle at a time. You play differently when you know you are going to win the game. The screen Arjun had the advantage of knowing that he will make it in the end. Sometimes bad ideas can trigger amazing ideas. Talking comes with responsibility. Words once spoken, are out there forever. If we give up, we will never know what life can bring for us. Please Subscribe to the Secrets to Win Big® Podcast! #iwanttotalk #podcast #podcasts #success #leader #leaders #new #newepisode #win #secret #thoughtleader #leadership #business #businesspodcast #listen #launch #episode
1/23/25 • 51:44
Pearle is a very talented young actor who played the role of Baby Reya in the movie ‘I Want To Talk’. It was fascinating to see young Pearle be at the center of the movie for the first hour, charming us with her presence and one liners. This amazing kid, who we all called ‘the real boss’ during filming, made the journey of making the movie unforgettable. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: I felt very shy when I met the director Shoojit Sircar for the first time. I just like to act, I don't like seeing myself on the screen. Once I saw the movie, I felt nervous and happy, but also scared and excited. This movie is very meaningful. It says, “Keep fighting! Never give up!” I am happy when someone cracks a good joke. Please Subscribe to the Secrets to Win Big® Podcast! #iwanttotalk #podcast #podcasts #success #leader #leaders #new #newepisode #win #secret #thoughtleader #leadership #business #businesspodcast #listen #launch #episode
1/21/25 • 13:24
Jayant Kripalani has donned many hats as a film, television, and stage actor. Jayant has also written scripts, directed, and produced films for multinationals and is actively involved with theatre. He is known for 3 Idiots (2009), Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na (2008) and Ru-Ba-Ru (2008) among others. Our path crossed during his most recent work was in the critically acclaimed movie by Shoojit Sircar, I Want to Talk, as Dr. Deb. It was an interesting conversation with the person who saw the character ‘Arjun Sen’ in the movie from up close. His reflections and questions after living the movie were simply fascinating. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: Playing a cynical, yet sympathetic character was an experiment for me. I got a learning on human behavior by doing this film. If you’ve got your eye on the ball, you really can’t go wrong. When we get out of our own way, we get on much better in life. Please Subscribe to the Secrets to Win Big® Podcast! #iwanttotalk #podcast #podcasts #success #leader #leaders #new #newepisode #win #secret #thoughtleader #leadership #business #businesspodcast #listen #launch #episode
1/19/25 • 25:09
Rachna Chhachhi is a cancer, nutrition, mental health and yoga therapist, and author of 5 books. Her incurable autoimmune condition changed the course of her life in 2006 when she was bedridden. She healed herself, re-studied, and for the last 15 years, has been treating cancer and chronic diseases patients across 27 countries, with highly successful clinical outcomes. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - When you close the door to the past, looking back is not an option. - When we release our pain, the pain of others can be seen. - When we heal from within, we find a new path that helps us become a better version of ourselves. - Every day, we have a choice to give up, or choose the path of self care. - The ability to forgive is one of the biggest rewards life gives us. - Letting go of anger is the single most impactful step in our healing. - Learning to take nothing personally is difficult, but helps you become physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually free.
12/12/24 • 39:22
When I first met Ahilya Bamroo in the sets of the movie, I was trying to find my daughter in her. Very soon I realized why Shoojit Sircar chose her to play the role of Reya in the movie I Want to Talk. It was fascinating to see how she processed the evolving relationship with her on-screen dad, who was going through every possible life challenge, while holding on to her unique personality. When I sat down with her for this conversation, I really wished my daughter Raka was there in the conversation too. It would have been fascinating to see Raka and Reya talk. Here is my conversation with my movie daughter Ahilya. I am excited to see her career evolve and blossom in her journey ahead.
12/2/24 • 20:23
It started on August 20th, 2020. Shoojit Sircar was my VIP guest on my podcast. 1,537 days later, on November 4th, 2024 we sat down together for the follow-up episode. A lot has changed for us. He is now my Shoojit and a baby brother to me. I am his Arjunda (da in Bengali means older brother). And we are connected forever by the movie I Want to Talk. We have hundreds of hours of Zoom recordings for our conversations and huge amount of WhatsApp messages and phone calls. Here is our November 4th, 2024 conversation. It is a celebration of our journey together, our friendship, and the movie.
11/28/24 • 31:01
Abhishek Bachchan's first podcast ever! When the movie, I Want to Talk was being filmed in Hemet California, I always wanted to ask Abhishek Bachchan (the Movie Arjun) how he felt being Arjun. As I got to know him, I was more intrigued by his level of professionalism and dedication. The filming ended and we never got a chance to have that Arjun to Arjun conversation. In my healing journey, I had marked 100 days, 1,000 days, 5,000 days and 10,000 days. The 10,000th day was February 5th, 2024. That night I was up all night. As I browsing the net, I realized February 5th was Abhishek’s birthday. I reached out to him to wish him a happy birthday and both of us realized it was destiny that our paths crossed. Now, just before the launch of the movie we finally had the Arjun to Arjun conversation. It was simply from his heart. So here it is. Please do not miss the end of the conversation when Abhishek shared his wish for me. All I can say is that his words left me speechless. Please Subscribe to the Secrets to Win Big® Podcast! #podcast #podcasts #success #leader #leaders #new #newepisode #win #secret #thoughtleader #leadership #business #businesspodcast #listen #launch #episode #arjunsenbrandzen #arjunsen #brandzen #unquitforever #keepyourselfinthegame #iwanttotalk #iwanttotalkthemovie #RisingSunFilms #RSF #KinoWorks #AbhishekBachchan #bachchan
11/25/24 • 42:33
Welcome to the 9th season of Secrets to Win Big. Over 8 seasons, after nearly 200 episodes, I have learned from all of you. I have evolved, but more importantly I have fallen in love with these conversations. When I reflect, I realize that no two people share the same thing; everybody's path and journey is different. It has been a fascinating journey. The 9th season will different. The Movie I Want to Talk, is now a reality. Experiencing the movie being made on my life’s journey, and getting an amazing 50,000 feet view of my life; gave me an amazing opportunity to appreciate everyone in my life. I start this journey, empowered by the reflection that also has resulted in a new book, Unquit Forever: Keep yourself in the game®. So here we are, ready to celebrate the amazing connections from the past and new ones ahead. Let’s go. Thank you for being with me on this journey. Please Subscribe to the Secrets to Win Big® Podcast! #podcast #podcasts #success #leader #leaders #new #newepisode #win #secret #thoughtleader #leadership #business #businesspodcast #listen #launch #episode #arjunsenbrandzen #arjunsen #brandzen #unquitforever #keepyourselfinthegame #iwanttotalk #iwanttotalkthemovie #RisingSunFilms #RSF #KinoWorks
11/25/24 • 04:35
Brian Stevens is a tech veteran and chief executive officer at Neural Magic. In this role he aims to democratize Generative AI for enterprises and make it open and accessible to all. Previously Brian was the VP of Product and CTO of Google Cloud and before that the EVP & CTO of Red Hat. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Align towards how we make an impact to create transformative change. - Getting people motivated and excited towards a vision and mission is one of the most difficult things to do. - When something that is incredibly important is kept out of reach, we keep it from making an impact. - Validation isn’t vision. It's clients acknowledging that you are valuable to them. - We often get hung up on internal obstacles instead of looking at a way to prevent them. - We would be bored to tears in life if we didn’t have obstacles and challenges to energize us. - Surround yourself with great people, and then collaboratively iterate. - Sometimes, change at a large scale takes time. - Vision is easy, executing it is the hard. - Have fun along the journey to making an impact. Please Subscribe to the Secrets to Win Big® Podcast! #podcast #podcasts #success #leader #leaders #new #newepisode #win #secret #thoughtleader #leadership #business #businesspodcast #listen #launch #episode
11/14/24 • 41:20
Suresh Shenoy is a Senior business executive and philanthropist. He is a Founder Director and current Vice Chairman of WHEELS Global Foundation that provides technology driven solutions for potable Water, affordable Healthcare, renewable Energy, Education, Livelihoods and Sustainability. He served as Chairman of the American Red Cross in the National Capital Region, was inducted as a Distinguished Alumnus of IIT Bombay, and into the new Science Museum Board of advisors that is under construction in Virginia. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: Constantly staying relevant is a key motivator to keep one going. When we give time and talent, we make a huge difference. Apply technology for transformation to accelerate the scaling of philanthropy. For any philanthropy to sustain its success, the recipient must have an economic interest in the success of that project. When you ask for the time, you don't want to know how the watch is made. Learn to be content without losing your ambition. Impact every part of a community, as the whole world is wide canvas.
10/17/24 • 39:32
Stacey Yudin is Chief Executive Officer of NEP Services. A tech leader, Stacey is known for her unstoppable drive and creating transformative technology to advance non-profits and build strong communities. She is passionate about the industrial 4.0 and believes tech is the bridge to building a better future for non-profits. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Non-Profits are businesses too, they just give back their profits. - Leadership is a team sport; play, lead and win like a team. - Your business is a reflection of the individuals you hire. - The goal of a business should be to deliver the best. - Always keep an eye out for gaps in the marketplace. - Have high energy and a high tolerance to build a world the way you see it. - Being flexible and resilient is the key to success. - Failure is an opportunity to reflect, be curious, and ask questions to overcome. - Life is a winding journey. Learn to enjoy the little moments. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/0UVfsVqZiQ4
6/27/24 • 31:38
Lifelong friends Sahil Rahman and Rahul Vinod said they opened RASA, a growing Indian fast-casual eatery, to make Indian food more accessible and to be a “bright spot” in people’s days. Sahil and Rahul grew up in the restaurant industry and witnessed the way that food impacted our community and spread joy. RASA, today, has expanded to 5 locations. Founded by second generation restaurateurs, RASA has been named a Breakout Brand by Nation's Restaurant News, Best Concept Mid-Atlantic by Starchefs, highlighted in the Washington Post Fall Dining Guide, and featured on the cover of QSR Magazine's 40/40 list, which highlights emerging restaurant brands nationwide. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Just take the leap. We often regret the leaps we don’t take. - New products start with authenticity and maintain consistency. - Create an environment where everyone feels welcome. - Service starts with the mindset of a tour guide. - How we introduce new products defines them. - Partnerships need positive intent, conscious effort, and commitment. - Always be your authentic self. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/5hsg7ToFwEg
6/20/24 • 46:27
Craig Woolridge excels in building and managing relationships, developing long-term business strategies, and delivering innovative client solutions. He prioritizes business growth and innovation and has exceptional skills in operations management and sales strategy development. With extensive experience working for notable companies like Cantor Fitzgerald, Morgan Stanley, LibertyView Capital Management, Blacklock & Partners, Toronto Dominion, Microsoft, and BNP Paribas, Craig is well-positioned to implement cutting-edge solutions and continue driving success. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Work ethic and empathy are the building blocks for success. - Leverage something that you are strong at in order to succeed. - Don’t let your blind spots get in the way of your success. - Failures are opportunities to learn. - Some things just don’t work out. That’s just the way life is. - Always chasing perfection can lead to an unhappy life. - Take a balanced approach towards the highs and lows in life. - Surround yourself with people smarter than yourself. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/BapbR3wmiUs
6/7/24 • 32:23
Stacy Pederson is a Funny Motivational Keynote Speaker. After failing in every conceivable way (including life itself-literally-) Stacy chose to reinvent herself. She is now a sought-after Keynote Motivational Speaker who gives audiences fun—yet practical actions on how to overcome stress, handle change, be more resilient, and live a life that matters. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - People know when you are not being authentic. - Find more joy by being open to different ideas. - Give hope and joy to someone who is struggling. It is one of the best feelings. - We make different choices when we aren’t afraid of failure. - When we look at failure differently, the world seems bigger and better. - Hardships make us better people. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/SrTzc1sNnIU
5/23/24 • 27:13
Mike Domitrz, Hall-of-Fame Speaker, Author, Subject Matter Expert, Educator, and Certified Speaking Professional, is the Founder of The Center for Respect, Inc. He has devoted his life to the mission of creating a culture of respect for ALL. You may have seen Mike quoted in NBC Dateline, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal and other renowned publications. In 2022, Mike was inducted into the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame and was the first expert focused on respect in the workplace to ever be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Tiny cracks in respect become bigger over time and changes everything. - When one has to earn your respect, it becomes a game of power. - People are way more productive when they feel respected. - Respect often gets ignored because it’s considered a soft skill. - People shut down when they do not feel respected. - When somebody feels they are living a life of choice, they feel respected. - A great test for a leader is how many people can say no to them. - Empower people to really have a choice in the workplace. - The failure in most organizations is to not really learn about their people. - Empathy is one of the most important traits of a great leader. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/AxZ7buxSK3I
5/3/24 • 48:18
Bruce Somers, Jr. is the Chief Storyteller at Sincbox, a company Bruce founded after a decade in the direct response TV field. He pioneered the brand response category and, to date, has directed and produced over 500 campaigns for clients such as DIRECTV, VISA, Microsoft, Citibank, United Airlines, Starbucks, Dell, Bounce, Cascade, Dawn, CoverGirl, Hamilton Beach, Epson, Disney, Whirlpool, Weber Grills, Omaha Steaks,... to name a few. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: Every person has a brand. You need to build it and guard it with everything you have. Brand power starts with authenticity, as brands can’t be something they are not. When a brand makes a mistake, admit it with transparency, sincerity, and authenticity. This can increase brand loyalty. Hurdles are thrown in our way to give us an opportunity to think harder and improve what we are trying to accomplish. A winner is a loser who tried one more time. All we are, are our stories; it is our stories that get us to where we are today. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/B8MAM0RaJnk
3/7/24 • 52:30
Liz Weber is a strategic leadership advisor and works with C-Suite leaders and boards on strategic and succession planning to simplify the process, accelerate implementation, and enhance impact organization wide. Liz has written leadership books, has supervised business activities in 129 countries, and has consulted in over 20 countries. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Start with goal clarity, which leads to cultural clarity. - To drive growth, understand what needs to be focused on and in what order. - Gaining confidence and credibility leads to earning trust. - First ask questions; then stop talking and listen; then rephrase the questions. - Understand how the pieces connect for the domino effect to go in the right direction and not the wrong direction. - Think, behave, and lead differently in different positions of leadership. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/yeCFxLaYqVQ
2/15/24 • 32:23
Peter Voss, a Pioneer in AI who coined the term ‘Artificial General Intelligence’ and the CEO and Chief Scientist at Aigo.ai. For the past 15 years, Voss and his team at Aigo have been perfecting an industry disruptive, highly intelligent and hyper-personalized Chatbot, with a brain, for large enterprise customers. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Unlike AI, for humans, reasoning is an evolutionary afterthought. Data can direct but not decide. - Flowcharts don’t often cover the way people actually want their problems solved. - Studying human intelligence can be a powerful tool to improve AI. - AI needs infusion of common sense. - When software starts to think, learn and reason, it can lead to a better life for everyone. - The ultimate goal is to have technology benefit humanity. - A fundamental limitation of current AI systems is that they cannot learn in real time and cannot think about their own cognitive abilities. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/2GTv_QhwChQ
2/1/24 • 33:25
Professor Ravikumar Bhaskaran is a legendary figure for IIT Kharagpur alumni who graduated between 1982 and 2005 when he was the Professor in Charge of Training and Placement. He was responsible for making IIT Kharagpur the nation most sought after IIT campus for recruitment, a position the Institute enjoys even today. I graduated from IIT Kharagpur in 1986 and was fortunate to benefit from the vision and leadership of the genius and leadership of Prof. Bhaskaran. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - The excitement to face a challenge and the intent to deliver is enough to get the ball rolling. - Learn to grab the opportunities that come your way. - Make an impact by living up to the trust that others place in you. - Discipline and standards can make one stand out in a crowd. - The smallest of small details matter to put up the best show. - Building bonds plays a major role in earning trust. - There is no place for discrimination when you’re fully committed to serve. - Not imposing conditions and graciously accepting results can sometimes work better than persuasion in the long run. - Self-evaluation leads to figuring out your true passion, which in turn leads you in the direction where you shine and blossom. - Human emotions are very tricky. Hesitation and panic can often lead to desperation. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/C7f7lW-TMss
1/25/24 • 37:56
Dr. Baktari is the CEO of eNational Testing, e7 Health, & US Drug Test Centers. Jonathan Baktari MD has been a triple board-certified physician with over 20 years of clinical, administrative, and entrepreneurial experience. Dr. Baktari is a preeminent, national business thought leader interviewed in The Washington Post, USA Today, Forbes, Barron’s, and many other national publications. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Exponentially increase the impact on the lives of people by leveraging technology. - Continuously reducing barriers for people to get what they need, is a win. - Appreciate and honor the trust given to you. Always deliver on it. - Strive to deliver the same product experience to every person, every time, and in every situation. - Always care, and always put out the best game every time. - Conduct yourself without the expectation of anything. - Leadership is a technical skill. It is required on top of a great personality who is respected, has good ethics, and morals. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/I6tydz9g1hE
1/18/24 • 34:10
Witty Bindra has over 25 years of global experience developing & executing business strategies for various technology products & services companies. He is a successful Tech Startup and currently a Global Business Executive for Microsoft Alliance at Kyndryl that covers Strategic Markets (42 countries) & ANZ region, responsible for growing global partnerships with Microsoft. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Relationships start when they need them, not when you need them. - Trust and respect is built over time. - Be passionate and committed to the cause. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/K4KkCWR5xH0
12/28/23 • 36:46