20 to 40 mins

Our 20-40 minute tag is a great resource for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on their favorite topics without spending hours listening to podcasts.

YT24 | World’s no.1 customer experience guru shares how being a good customer can improve service – Ron Kaufman

In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ron Kaufman, world’s no.1 customer experience guru six times in a row.

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#93 Wealth Beyond Money: A Tale of Transformation with Matt LeBris

In this episode we have Matt LeBris, a top 1% globally rated podcast host. He opens up about his journey to success, particularly achieving financial success at a young age.

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S2E5 | Unlocking the trillion dollar Indian startup ecosystem with Nikhil Marwaha

In this episode, Nikhil Marwaha, Senior Executive Director, shares his extensive investment journey spanning early and later-stage companies in sectors like consumer, B2B enterprise, and healthcare.

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S5E10 – Career Lift-Off: Best Moments from Small Talk in 2023

Hey, Smalltalkers! As we wrap up 2023 on ‘Smalltalk with Rainkraft Career Lifting Conversations,’ we’ve delved into intentional conversations about careers, transitions, and the ever-evolving workplace.

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YT23 | New Year Resolution: How to overcome imposter syndrome and make 2024 your best year yet!

Welcome to the first episode of YanaTV in 2024! In this episode, we have a special guest Karen Leong, who is in the top 1% of keynote speakers globally.

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It’s all about confidence, communication and conviction

In this episode, we have Aarti Dabas with us -the Chief Media Officer for Formula E. Aarti shares insights into her unconventional path in sports, driven by a desire to challenge gender norms.

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YT22 | A journey from monasteries to sharing the voices of Asian movers and shakers

Meet Yana. She is a coach, a speaker and a mentor for successful and conscious people, who are making a dent. In this episode Anita Kapoor takes over as the host and interviews Yana Fry, the founder of YanaTV.

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Well-Being Analytics Unleashed: MindFi’s Journey to Redefine Workplace Wellness

In this episode, Bjorn Lee,  founder of MindFi, discusses their $2 million seed funding and how it fuels AI-driven product development for holistic well-being analytics.

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#92 My Honest Year End Reflections You Can Learn From – Yana Fry

Stepping away from guest interviews, in this episode, I share my 2023 reflections. Turning 40 sparked an unexpected crisis, leading to deep introspection.

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S5E9 – Choosing How to Shape Your Year

Join Subha and Hasita as they reflect on the transformative experiences of the past year. Hasita shares her journey into deep-sea diving and the profound impact it had on her life choices.

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YT21 | Stories from Santa of Singapore – The man behind the red suit

On this festive Christmas episode of Yana TV we welcome a special guest – none other than Santa Claus of Singapore himself, played by Peer Metze!

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Coding Change: Lessons from a Tech-Savvy Impact Maker

In this episode, Anna Haotanto, founder of Zora Health, shares her journey from finance to fertility care.

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YT20 | This Austrian Diplomat Shares His “James Bond” Life Story

Meet David Bachmann. He’s the Austrian Trade Commissioner for Singapore. In this heart-to-heart conversation with David we dive into the less glamorous reality of diplomatic life, challenging stereotypes of luxury.

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X0PA’s $4.2M Game-Changer: Bias-Free Hiring and Beyond

Join CEO Nina Alag Suri as she delves into the trends driving HRTech’s boom post-COVID, the strategy behind X0PA’s $4.2M series A funding, and their revolutionary product roadmap focused on removing bias from hiring.

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#91 It Is Time to See Asian Women as Global Leaders – Sheena Yap Chan’s Story

In today’s episode, I, Yana Fry, have the pleasure of hosting the remarkable Sheena Yap Chan. She takes us on a journey from her early struggles with self-acceptance to becoming a bestselling author and empowering Asian women globally

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S5E8 – Job Search Strategies for Mid-Career Professionals

Explore the mid-career curve with Subha and Hasita as they discuss the challenges of leaving a familiar job after 15 to 20 years.

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YT19 | How this Danish woman is creating more women leaders in Singapore

Meet Mette Johansson. She is a consultant, coach, speaker, and trainer, mostly on the topic of leadership and culture change. She has (co) authored five books, all Amazon best-sellers.

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Embracing career transitions with courage

In this episode, Ritu welcomes Pei Lin Cho, a pioneer in introducing litigation PR to Singapore. Pei Lin shares her fascinating journey from being a litigation lawyer to venturing into the world of public relations.

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S2E4 | Unlocking the Trillion dollar SEA Startup Ecosystem – the Malaysia’s context with Chan Yip Pang

In this episode of Hard Truths by Vertex podcast, Chan Yip Pang, Executive Director at Vertex Ventures SEA & India, explores the Malaysian startup ecosystem, delving into his journey and the three phases of Malaysian tech development.

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YT18 | Founder of 1880 on entrepreneurship, leadership and building a community in Asia – Marc Nicholson 

Meet Marc Nicholson. Originally from Montreal, he has led a diverse journey—from a child actor in Haiti to volunteering in Indonesia and earning a Masters in Human Rights, he successfully founded 1880, a Singapore-based private members club focused on addressing global challenges through civil discourse.

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Breaking Barriers: Veremark CEO Dives into HR Tech Challenges

In this episode of hrtech.sg’s Tech Talks, Sriram Iyer sits down with Daniel Callaghan, the founder and CEO of VereMark, a fast-growing global player in pre-employment screening and blockchain identification.

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#90 Navigating Life’s Transitions: Lessons from a Diplomat’s Wife

How does it feel to constantly move from country to country? As a diplomat’s wife, Lavinia shares practical insights on navigating international relocations, sustaining a fulfilling marriage, and supporting her family through transitions.

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S5E7 – Coffee Badging At the New Cafe In Town?

Subha and Hasita explore the nuances of the evolving workplace dynamics amidst the return-to-office mandates.

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YT17 | This famous theatre director gave up his career in UK and USA to make a difference in SG

This is Glen. Glen Goei is one of Singapore’s leading film and theatre directors, his substantial body of work encompasses a wide range of the performing arts, including theatre, film, parades and world expos.

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More than just a “fad”: Translating obsession into action

In this episode, Sue Bonney, former head of ESG at KPMG, reveals the real meaning behind the corporate obsession with ESG.

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Beyond Profits: Sasi’s Shift from Finance to Social Impact

What made a Wharton graduate give up her successful career in finance to lead a social enterprise focused on environmental development?

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S2E3 | Unlocking the Trillion dollar SEA Startup Ecosystem – the Indonesia’s context with Gary Khoeng

Indonesia is the largest market in Southeast Asia but with a nascent startup ecosystem, how can entrepreneurs navigate rapid growth while ensuring bottom-line profitability?

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YT16 | How this 43-year-old became a national athlete and a business woman for her daughters

Can a woman in her mid-30s become a national-level runner? This is Jasmine. A 44-year-old national athlete, motivational speaker, financial planner, and single mother of two, she embraces an active lifestyle and is passionate about running.

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HR Tech in Action: Transforming Talent Acquisition

In this episode of hrtech.sg’s Tech Talks, host Sriram Iyer engages with Sudarsan Ravi, founder and CEO of RippleHire, a prominent player in the recruitment tech space.

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#89 Unlocking Secrets of Graceful Aging: How to Breathe, Eat, Sleep, Exercise – Melvin Hart

Today we have a conversation with Melvin Hart about holistic well-being, delving into the often-neglected realm of physical health.

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S5E6 – Redefining Failure and Embracing Growth

Join Subha and Hasita, as they engage in this conversation about the complexities of failure. They discuss the impact of social media on our view of success and failure and explore the three types of failures – preventable, complex, and intelligent.

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YT15 | This university dropout built a $25 million business in less than four years

Can a university dropout build a multi million-dollar business? This is Melvin. He has spent the last 16 years travelling the world and changing the lives of countless people – from kids to teens to adults to top entrepreneurs.

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Uncovering Climate Risk: The dangers of overlooking the severity of climate-related risks

What are some key strategies that businesses and financial institutions can implement to effectively mitigate and manage transition risks associated with the shift to a low-carbon economy?

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Tech, AI, and Career Pivots: Prof. Sun Sun Lim’s Path to Success

Is technology bridging gaps or distancing us from one another? Join us in a conversation with Professor Sun Sun Lim, a researcher in the world of tech and AI.

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S2E2 | Hard Truths about minting the next Indian Unicorn with Piyush Kharbanda

In this episode of Hard Truths by Vertex podcast, Elise Tan and Piyush Kharbanda discuss the challenges and opportunities in the Indian startup ecosystem, drawing insights from successful ventures like KukuFM and Kissht.

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Trailer: Debunking ESG Myths

ESG today is fraught with many complexities and contradictions. Multitudes of standards and data sources and evolving regulatory requirements make it very hard to distinguish fact from fiction.

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ST23 | Have Faith and You Will Succeed | Anita Soni, Cognition

Don’t miss our latest conversation with Anita Soni, founder of Cognition, on ShopTok! Discover how she helps children overcome cognitive challenges and excel in life.

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YT14 | This Dyslexic Transgender Bravely Shatters Stereotypes – A Candid Interview

What is it like to be a transgender person in a traditional society like Singapore? Meet The Abundant Riley.

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S3E07 – How to Navigate Branding Challenges

Is branding more than just marketing? Delve into the world of brands as we analyze the core of branding, from emotional connection to custodian challenges.

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#88 Unlocking Parenting Secrets with Angie Fox

How can we be truly great parents for our children?  Angie Fox, a parenting expert from Aletheia Academy, shares her unique approach to parenting and the concept of unfolding.

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S5E5 – How to Influence with Impact – Answer the ‘So What?!’

Have you ever found yourself in a meeting wondering, “What’s the point of all this?” If so, you’re not alone. In today’s episode, we dive deep into the world of meetings and ask a fundamental question: Are meetings wasted opportunities?

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YT13 | How this Australian ESG expert built trust in Asian markets 

Can a Caucasian woman succeed in the Asian business scene? Meet Joanne Flinn, she is an award winning business advisor and author assisting leaders to accelerate sustainability through people, planet and profit.

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Breaking Boundaries: Lay Peng’s Journey from Finance to Sales

In this episode, join us as we dive into LayPeng’s journey with Ritu Mehrish. A former accountant turned VP of Global Sales Enablement at Seagate Technology, LayPeng’s career-defying path unfolds with unexpected twists.

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Driving Transformation with Digital Coaching

Join us in this episode of hrtech.sg’s Tech Talks as we discuss key HR and HRTech aspects with Tim MacCartney, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific at CoachHub.

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S2E1 | Unlocking the Trillion-Dollar SEA Startup Ecosystem – The Singapore Context w/ Carmen Yuen

What are the evolving trends in the Southeast Asia startup ecosystem? In this episode of Hard Truths by Vertex podcast, Carmen Yuen, General Partner at Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia and India

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YT12 | This body language expert tells us how to spot a good boss

Do you know how to spot a con artist? Or, for that matter, might they actually be your ideal life partner?

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S3E06 – How to play the role of head of content

Are content heads prepared for the challenges posed by AI, ChatGPT, and shifting search engine policies?

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#87 Navigating Conflicts in Relationships – Nicolas Rion

Is it possible to have pain-free relationships? In this episode, we dive deep with Nicolas Rion, a life coach specialising in personal and professional connections.

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S5E4 – Who are you in a crisis?

Join Subha Chandrasekaran and Hasita Krishna in this week’s episode as they reflect on navigating a family health crisis and how it revealed different roles within their family.

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YT11 | World’s #2 branding guru shares what it takes to build a global brand as an Asian

Meet Dr. Jerome Joseph. He’s ranked No. 2 in the world as Global Brand Guru, Global Speaking Fellow, a best-selling author of 8 books and a thought leader.

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Switching careers and building confidence

Ever wondered what it takes to make a life-changing career switch and whether you could ever be brave enough to do it?

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S3E05 – Clarity in Purpose is Clarity in Branding

How do you create a brand that’s not just visually stunning but also drives profitability while focusing on social impact?

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YT10 | This entrepreneur reveals how to build a creative business focused on women’s empowerment

Meet Shalima, an incorrigible optimist and out-and-out people’s person! She’s the founder & CEO of the Dream Catchers agency, film producer, actor and model, writer and podcastor.

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#86 Modern Wisdom from a Traditional Yogi – Kausthub Desikachar

Are you searching for meaning in a world driven by instant gratification and constant change? Join me in a conversation with Dr. Kausthub Desikachar on the Timeless Teachings podcast.

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S5E3 – What makes a great mentor, and how can you find one?

What makes a great mentor, and how can you find one? Join Subha Chandrasekaran and Hasita Krishna as they delve into the power of mentorship in career growth.

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YT09 | Mental fitness – your secret weapon for success – YuJin Wong

Meet YuJin Wong. Heralded by the media as the “mental toughness expert”, YuJin is the world’s foremost thought-leader, educator, and motivator on mental toughness. An award-winning motivational speaker, YuJin is a triple-degree holder, multiple award winner, TV star, radio host, and founder of Mental Rockstar Academy.

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Creating Visibility with Authenticity

Ever wondered how a journey from the oil and gas industry leads to transformation in education and personal development?

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YT08 | Breaking the Cycle of Violence, Drugs and Crime: Bruce Mathieu’s Story of Redemption

This is a story of Bruce, an ex-gang member turned into a desistor-mentor and sought-after Singaporean motivational speaker.

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The Green Bonds Revolution: Is the grass actually greener on the other side?

Is the Green Bond Market Really Green? Join Ravi Chidambaram in a candid conversation with green finance expert Alexandra Tracy as they delve deep into the world of green bonds.

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S3E04 – Content Marketing Expectations vs Reality

Ever wondered if the concept of a “thread” in social media is evolving faster than you can keep up?

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#85 “Why Am I Like That?” – convert Pain to Power – Natalia Rachel

A candid and inspiring conversation with Natalia Rachel, a trauma expert and survivor. Witness the transformative power of healing as Natalia shares her journey of overcoming trauma and finding empowerment.

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S5E2 – How to develop a common vision and break out of organisational silos

Have you ever wondered what happens when the pressure to innovate or succeed collides with organizational silos? Join us as we unravel the intriguing dynamics of invention, high performance and collaboration in this episode of Small Talk with RainKraft.

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Redefining Success for a successful career

Join us in the latest episode of ‘Rewrite The Rules‘ as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Fanny Huang, VP of Strategic Deals and Head of ESG APAC at DHL Supply Chain.

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Decoding the Future of Digital Learning | John Cherian, CEO, Enparadigm

Hybrid work, lack of engagement, evolving learning methods and preferences – are you struggling to keep up with all this change?

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PD2 | Innovation, holistic learning and transparency | Manushree Chaturvedi and Abhishek Jain, Crossmaze | India, Pre-School Education

Join us on the next episode of “Preschool Diaries” as we dive into the journey of Manushree Chaturvedi and Abhishek Jain, the entrepreneurs behind Crossmaze, a set of innovative preschools partnered with Kreedo since 2019.

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RIP to ESG Ratings: Unveiling ESG’s Hidden Truths

In this episode “Debunking ESG Myths”, we scrutinize the ESG ratings industry, which is currently under intense scrutiny. With lawsuits, discontinuations, and discrepancies among ratings providers, it’s clear that the system needs improvement.

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S3E03 – Should I Start a Podcast?

In this episode of the Damn Good Marketing Podcast, Join Subha Chandrasekaran and Hasita Krishna as they dive into the depths of podcasting, sharing their experiences, insights, and unexpected discoveries.

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TiE Talks Podcast 03 | Evaluating Startups with Hero Choudhary: Team, Timing, And Traction (TTT)

Hero’s insights reveal the art of evaluating early-stage companies, focusing on team, timing, and traction (TTT).

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#84 From Maid to Self-Made – Rebecca’s journey from Filipino helper to international entrepreneur and author

In the latest episode of Timeless Teachings, Yana Fry sits down with Rebecca Bustamante, a former domestic helper turned successful entrepreneur and author.

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S5E1 – Insights and Strategies to Navigate Career Transitions

Are you feeling like a square peg trying to fit into a round hole in your career? Join us as we delve into the Art of Career Transitions in this episode of Small Talk with RainKraft.

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#83 Mentoring the greats – Brian Tracy, Marshall Goldsmith, Joe Vitale, Allan and Barbara Pease, Martin Lindstrom

Join us on ‘Timeless Teachings’ as Host Yana Fry delves into the captivating world of Gennady Polonsky, a Ph.D. economist and Reader in International Economics.

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S3E02 – Who Approved That Ad with Manisha Kapoor

In the latest episode of the Damn Good Marketing Podcast, hosts Subha and Hasita are joined by Manisha Kapoor, CEO of the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI), who reveals the importance of self-regulation in the advertising industry.

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Addressing Greenwashing: Does a good ESG score equate to being a good company?

In this episode of “Debunking ESG Myths”, host Ravi Chidambaram dives deep into the world of greenwashing with guest expert Dr. Kim Schumacher from Kyushu University. They explore the various shades of greenwashing, from compliance and competence to financial strategies.

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S3E01 – What Did ChatGPT Do To Digital Marketing?

ChatGPT: Unleashing Creativity or Taking Over Jobs? Or both, perhaps? Join Subha and Hasita as they explore the impact of generative AI tools like ChatGPT on content creation, marketing processes, and whether it is a game-changer or just a shortcut for writers and marketers alike.

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#82 Upgrade Your Money Story And Be Financially Free

What do money and consciousness have in common? Studying the link between money and consciousness matters because it helps us understand how our thoughts and feelings affect our financial choices.

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#81 How To Achieve Mental and Emotional Mastery – Sonia Samtani

Discover the fascinating journey of Sonia Samtani, a renowned mental health expert based in Hong Kong, as she unveils the transformation of mental health awareness in the bustling city.

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#80 From Self-Improvement To Unfoldment | Steve March

Have you been trying and failing to make improvements in yourself? Perhaps the problem isn’t with you, but with the entire approach of self-development as a way to ‘fix’ ourselves vs letting our best selves shine through.

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PD1 | How We Offer Free, High-Quality Rural Education | Lakshmi Ramamurthy, Amyga Foundation | India, Pre-School Education

Discover the inspiring journey of Mrs. Lakshmi Ramamurthy, founder of Amyga Academy, as she revolutionizes education in rural areas through a unique government partnership model. 

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MT30 | Being Rich Is Not The Same As Being Wealthy

Do you feel information overload in a world where every other person has their opinion on finances and investments? Are you also confused about which asset to buy given so many options?

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AV8 | Season 1 Recap And Highlights

There is a lot said about how to be an entrepreneur or how to pitch for funding, but nobody talks about what comes after starting your own venture.

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ST22 | Empowering Women Professionals With Flexible Work Solutions

In this episode we explore the story of Flexibees, a platform that is revolutionizing the way businesses hire qualified professionals and helping women professionals return to work on their own terms.

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MT29 | How To make Daulat In Times Of Economic Uncertainty

Are your CAs charging a hefty amount for advice on investments? Meet Varun Fatehpuria, Founder of Daulat, a wealth management app designed for Indians. Varun talks about how GenZ is impulsive when it comes to investing and ignores the two Ds of investment – Disciplined approach and Diversification.

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TiE Talks Podcast 01 | From Idea To Execution W/ James Chan, ION Mobility | EV, Hardware

In this episode, we talk to James Chan, founder of ION Mobility, about the challenges and triumphs of building an electric motorbike company in Southeast Asia.

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AV7 | C-suite Hiring And  Why “Business Problems Are People Problems”| Minh Giang – Newing Company

Corporates are much better than startups at hiring impactful C-level leaders and it isn’t just because they pay more. Fortunately, startups can apply the same methods and mindsets to find the right people solutions to their business problems.

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S1E11 | Truths About Automating And Growing F&B And Retail businesses In Southeast Asia | Fong Wai Hong

How do you build a business servicing a client base that operates on a fine line between survival and failure? And how do you ensure your business is not just client-churn proof but also emerges resilient towards funding challenges? Find out from Wai Hong, founder of StoreHub.

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AV6 | Recruiting The A-team And Making Them Earn A Seat At The Table

Before launching Aitomatic, Christopher Nguyen and his founding team worked together for nearly 10 years building new AI solutions over multiple ventures. As a seasoned Silicon Valley and Vietnam tech veteran he imparts his wisdom for pragmatic decision making, winning over A-team hires, and how they should earn a seat at the table.

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S1E10 | Truths About Modernising The $15B Ayurvedic Wellness Market | Ameve Sharma, Kapiva

How do you get millennials to buy something usually recommended by their grandparents? And how do you keep their attention when the product you sell takes months to show results? How do you know when you’ve achieved product-market fit?

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Highlights Episode | How To Step Up The Career Ladder

Tired of being stuck in your career for a while? This episode gives highlights of Season 4 of Small Talk with Rainkraft where Subha and Hasita give career lifting tips.

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S1E9 | Truths About Empowering SEA’s 71M MSMEs Through Financial Inclusion | Nikhilesh Goel, Validus Capital

How do you convince billion-dollar institutional investors to trust a relative upstart with their funds in a market with so much financial turmoil?

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S1E8 | Truths About Building A Billion Dollar, Profitable Content Business | Joseph Phua, 17LIVE

We often think about startups as a 0 to 1 game with a team of founders working and pivoting around one theme in the hope of finding success. But that is a highly risky way to try and build VC-scale businesses.

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XA Podcast 030 | How To Secure Your First Board Position | Su-Yen Wong And Howie Lau | Governance Series

Are you a senior tech executive wondering how to level up with a board position? Why would they appoint you? And what would be the expectations, risks and rewards once you actually make it onto one? Find out in this latest instalment of the XA Governance Series.

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S1E7 | Truths About Helping Influencers Make A Living In The $68B SE Asian Creator Economy | Paulina Purnomowati, CMO TipTip

Indonesians are voracious consumers of social media, and the creator economy is set to grow massively in the coming years. As the industry grows, unmet needs in engaging and monetizing their content arise.

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AV4 | ‘Self-Serve’ HR And Building A Remote-First Organisation | Jason Kan, Virtual Internships

Getting your team to embrace the culture you want to build is challenging especially when they are remote and distributed across the world. How do you create structures and processes without making it heavy and bureaucratic?

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S4E10 | Startups Need A People Strategy, Even If Not A People Function

In the beginning, startups have nothing but an idea – and a team of true believers who hope to bring it to reality. Everything is riding on the success of that team.

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S1E6 | Truths About Being A Female Leader In The Trillion Dollar Climate Tech Market | Natalia Rialucky, Fairatmos

What are the hard truths about building a climate tech market in a country and region where the awareness, tech and regulations are yet to mature?

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S2E10 | How To Be More Creative With Your Marketing Ideas

Do you have to be a mad genius to be creative? Or get inspired somehow? Or is it something within reach of all of us, something that can actually be executed reliably and within deadlines?

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S1E5 | Truths About Lighting Up One’s Own Path And That Of 60M Workers In Indonesia | Nelly Nurmalasari, Pintarnya

It’s hard to translate vision into reality – and especially so when you are trying to help workers build a better life. But when you see it happening, the moment is magical!

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S4E9 | How To Cultivate Executive Presence

You know how some people can walk into a room and behave as though they own it? Well, in this episode we discuss how you, too, could become one among them, by developing the elusive Executive Presence.

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AV3 | Expanding Regionally – Hire Local And Trust The Team

POPS Worldwide is one of the few Vietnamese companies to successfully expand regionally in SEA. In this conversation, Esther dives into the crucial aspects of trust, attitude, and personal qualities and how she grew the company from a 4 person team in Vietnam to a 400 person team across 3 different countries.

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S2E9 | How To Run LinkedIn Ads

Have you been frustrated with your lead-generation efforts on LinkedIn? In today’s episode we share with you tips and (kind of) a formula that you can apply to attract and nurture quality leads at a reasonable cost.

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