Business

How Asian Founders Can Leverage Agentic AI to Scale Faster – With IBM’s CTO

In this conversation of TiE Talks with Kitman Cheung, we go deep into the realities of agentic AI, AI adoption challenges, and why most companies are still stuck at the “desktop productivity” stage.

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How Asian Founders Can Leverage Agentic AI to Scale Faster – With IBM’s CTO

In this conversation of TiE Talks with Kitman Cheung, we go deep into the realities of agentic AI, AI adoption challenges, and why most companies are still stuck at the “desktop productivity” stage.

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“Writing the New HR Playbook for 2030”

From Agentic AI to Nano GCCs to the messy, unavoidable reality of talent fragmentation – this episode of The CuHRious Show goes deep into questions most companies aren’t ready to face.

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How Big Brands Exploit Agencies (And Call It ‘Partnership’)

In this episode of Jest Business, Rahul and I sit down with the only man I know who’s been an employee, entrepreneur, investor… and still humble enough to call himself an “accidental founder.”

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AI Won’t Replace You. But THIS WILL | Bindhu Nelson on AI & Future of Work

On this episode of The Dream Catchers Show, I sit down with Bindhu Nelson, Managing Partner at Purpose Lab, to talk about her journey from leading cloud and AI initiatives at Microsoft to helping businesses adopt AI responsibly.

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YT100 | The Truth About Leadership, Motherhood & the Pressure on Women to Have It All

In this conversation on YanaTV with Yuying Deng, a lawyer-turned-tech founder and one of Singapore’s most quietly powerful women in leadership.

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Why India’s Startup Hustle Is a Wake-Up Call for Singapore

In this episode of TiE Talks Singapore, I finally got to sit down with her to unpack it all. From hosting events at 15 to building cross-border startup bridges between Singapore and India, Vanessa has crafted a career that blends influence, investment, and impact.

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YT99 | “‘Am I Lovable?” The Question Successful Women Rarely Say Out Loud

In this episode of YanaTV, I sit down with Uma Thana Balasingam – leadership strategist, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Lean In Singapore, Walk the Talk and Elevate Group. A woman who was born in Malaysia and has sat in the world’s most powerful boardrooms, yet found her deepest lessons in forgiveness, vulnerability, and learning to ask for help.

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The Untold Story Behind Olympic Medals | Ravi Dahiya & Viren Rasquinha

In this episode of TiE Talks, I sat down with Olympic silver medallist Ravi Kumar Dahiya and hockey legend & OGQ CEO Viren Rasquinha to talk about the fight behind the podium moment. We went from nail-biting Olympic bouts and injuries to the mindset and support that build champions.

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How to Make Your Company Look Great (Without Changing Anything)

In this episode of The Jest Business Podcast, Paddy and I sit down with Veeru Murugappan, founder of Coromandel Productions – and yes, part of that Murugappan family – to talk about the wild world of corporate video production.

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Can India Build The Next OpenAI or Databricks?

In this TiE Talks Singapore episode, I sit down with Siddhartha Ahluwalia, Managing Partner at Neon Fund and host of the popular Neon Show Podcast, to talk about his journey from startup founder to venture capitalist.

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Why Greed Makes More Decisions Than Your CEO

In this episode of the Jest Business Podcast, Paddy and I dig into the absurd side of corporate greed – from a baseball star who refused $12 million to bankers who call “ripping off clients” just another Tuesday. We throw in a few role plays, some sharp punchlines, and a lot of uncomfortable truths.

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YT97 | 10 Questions I’ve Never Answered Before – My True Story

In this episode of YanaTV, I do something I’ve never done before – instead of asking the questions, I answer yours. You asked me why I left YanaTV at its peak.

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Why Tai Chi Might Be The Secret To Lasting Wellness | Paul McIntyre

In this conversation of Mind Over Chatter, we dive into the world of Tai Chi Chuan — exploring its mind-body benefits, how to choose the right teacher, common misconceptions, and why true progress is as much about refining character as it is about mastering form.

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Why You Should Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway | Sital Ruparelia

In this episode of Mind Over Chatter, we dive into his rollercoaster journey – surviving financial crises, coaching countless professionals through tough career moments, and beating cancer with admirable resilience.

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Why Consumer Is India VC’s Forever Bet | Ben Mathias, Managing Partner at VVSEAI

In this episode of Hard Truths By Vertex, I sit down with Ben Mathias, Managing Partner at Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India, to unpack his journey of spotting consumer opportunities where others only saw risk.

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“Winners Don’t Do Different Things…” Shiv Khera on Leadership That Lasts

In this episode of TiE Talks, I sit down with Shiv Khera, the bestselling author, educator, and motivational speaker behind the iconic line “Winners don’t do different things, they do things differently.”

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Retail Media vs Big Tech: Who Really Wins in 2025?

On this episode of Trillion Dollar Ads, I sit down with Prashant Kala, who started his career in the early days of Zomato and now runs the ads business for Agoda across Asia Pacific. From building teams at ShopBack to shaping how travel brands, marketplaces and even non-endemic players think about retail media, Prashant has seen it all.

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This AI Automation Saves Hours of HR Work | Thijs from Relay.app

In this episode of The CuHRious Show, I sit down with Thijs, Head of Product at Relay.app, who spent nearly a decade building tools like Gmail and Google Flights before moving on to Booking.com and now Relay.app.

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The Boring Topic Every Office Ignores

In this episode of The Jest Business, we tackle conflict of interest, the kind of thing that usually shows up in compliance training slides no one reads.

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She’s a Gym Terror. He’s a Meditation Guy. Their Health Advice Might Surprise You

In this episode of Changemakers Book Club, I chat with Dr. Bhakti Naik, PT, nutritionist, and founder of Ikigai Health, who helps people build real, lasting habits through movement and mindset.

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Why Vague (or no) Subject Work Best

In this episode of Jest Business, we go all-in on the “email extravaganza.” Not the useful stuff, but the real reasons corporate emails exist.

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How to Reinvent Yourself at Any Age

In this episode of The Dream Catchers Show, he shares his honest, unfiltered journey of navigating risk, writing The Resilient Investor, and helping others find freedom without chasing hype.

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Why Strategy Meetings Never Work

In this episode of Jest Business, Rahul and I have both sat through too many of those meetings. The ones that go in circles, where nobody wants to decide, but everyone wants to be heard.

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S3E7 | 10 Years, 10 Contradictions: What Venture Capital Really Teaches You

In this episode of Hard Truths by Vertex, I speak with Puiyan Leung, who’s spent the last 10 years in venture capital, after starting out in a corporate role. She opens up about feeling like an outsider, learning to trust her gut, and what it means to support founders through both the highs and the heartbreaks.

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#124 A Non-Spiritual Conversation About BREATHWORK You Have to Hear w/ Anthony Abbagnano

In this episode of Timeless Teaching, I sit down with Anthony Abbagnano, a breathwork pioneer, spiritual teacher, and one of the most grounded and wise humans I’ve ever met.

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The Tax Hack Your HR Isn’t Telling You About

He’s the founder of Tortoise, a platform that helps employees save on taxes by leasing work devices—and that’s just one of his smart money tricks.

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Why Your Interview Answers Don’t Matter

I’ve been there, and in this episode of Jest Business, Paddy and I break down two of the trickiest (and silliest) interview questions you’ll probably face.

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6 Characters Who Ruin Every Meeting

In this episode of Jest Business, Rahul and I dive into the hilarious chaos of corporate meetings, role-playing six unforgettable characters who derail every discussion.

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#123 Don’t Let Your Ego Ruin Your Relationships w/ Premmayi Gurumaa

In this episode of Timeless Teaching, I chat with renowned spiritual teacher Premmayi Gurumaa, affectionately known as Gurumaa, who shares insights from her journey of helping countless people find peace amid chaos.

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The Real Reason Nothing Gets Done at Work

In this episode of Jest Business, Rahul and I dive into the wild, weird world of corporate meetings—the ones that drag, the ones that go nowhere, and the ones that somehow still involve chanting mantras.

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AI fluency is now a CEO’s job. Most are still stuck in 1984

In this episode of Tie Talks, I sat down with Dheeraj, the founder of not one but two unicorns—Nutanix and now DevRev—to unpack what really drives him. It’s not the funding rounds or the fancy valuations—it’s building things people love.

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He wrote the HR manual for startups. Because no one else would

In this episode of CuHRious Show, I speak with Saurabh Nigam—someone who’s spent nearly two decades building people practices at top startups. But the past five years changed everything.

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Why Most Startups Die – Even With Brilliant Founders

In this episode of Tie Talks, I’m Prantik, and in this episode I sit down with Vijay Krishnan—my fellow IIT Bombay alum who swapped a Stanford PhD track for back‑to‑back startups.

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THIS is the meaning of Work Life Balance

In this episode of Jest Business, Paddy and I dig into the gap between what leaders say about balance… and what they actually do.

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This Is NOT What Humility Looks Like

In this episode of The Jest Business, Paddy and I dive into the hilarious—and sometimes cringey—world of humility in leadership.

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How to become a successful HR consultant without decades of experience

In this episode of CuHRious Show, Rushabh Mota shares with us his exact playbook for how to become a successful consultant.

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Why the ad targeting model might collapse

In this episode of Trillion Dollar Ads Podcast, I sat down with Gman, former APAC head at Mindshare and now founder of Saptharushi, a privacy-tech startup tackling the messy world of data consent.

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How to Answer the Most Hated Interview Question

In this episode of The Jest Business, we tackle one of the most annoyingly common interview questions, with all the seriousness it doesn’t deserve. We share the worst ways to answer it, the best fake flaws that still land the job, and how to turn your overachieving into humble bragging gold.

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No gym, no diets, no problem: the longevity secret your smartwatch can’t sell

In this episode of Tie Talks, I sit down with Naveen Bhat, ex‑finance exec now building 25 Years More, and Abhi Patwardhan, a Stanford Longevity ambassador who helps people redesign life after the corporate grind.

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Why Do Corporate People Talk Like This?

In this episode of Jest Business, Paddy and Rahul, as we ask the hard-hitting question: Can leaders take a joke… about themselves?

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Why Telling People to Consume Less Is Just… Unnatural

In this episode of Tie Talks, I sit down with Rajeev Peshawaria—author, speaker, and CEO of Stewardship Asia Centre—to explore how leaders can do well by doing good. Rajeev shares stories from global companies that prove profit and purpose can go hand in hand.

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#118 What Billionaires Secretly Crave (and money can’t buy)

In this episode of Timeless Teaching, we talk about her journey from being a devoted stay-at-home mom to diving deep into ancient wisdom and finding her true voice as a teacher.

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Why They Left Corporate Jobs to Build Their Own Things

In this episode of TiE Talks, I’m joined by two inspiring guests this week—Puneet Pushkarna and Atul Temurnikar. We go back to their early days in Mumbai, sharing flats and figuring out life at HCL.

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Inside the Mind of a Startup Investor w/ Avik Ashar

In this episode of TiE Talks, I sat down with Avik Ashar, who’s been on both sides of the table—building businesses and now investing in them.

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#117 The Secret to Finding Joy in Every Day Life w/ Shailesh Venkatesh

In this episode of Timeless Teaching, I sit down with Shailesh, a professional banker by day and a passionate Art of Living teacher during the weekends.

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Why Some Startups Don’t Follow the Rules

Hi, I’m James, and In this episode of TiE Talks, I sit down with two powerhouse voices from the investor and legal world—Vijay Sambamurthi and Nicholas Cator.

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#116 Don’t Crack Under Pressure (from racing cars to managing people) w/ Marta Pardo

In this episode of Timeless Teaching, we talk about how she’s learned to balance intensity with inner calm. Marta shares her personal journey of growing up fast (managing 80 people at 16!), leading with fire, and learning how to slow down just enough to breathe.

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Impact Capital to Scaleup Indian Sports?

In this episode of TiE Talks, Prantik, as I dive into the exhilarating world of sports development and impact capital with two pioneers, Rukmini Pandit and Amrut Joshi.

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Goodbye Cookies, Hello Privacy? The Ad Shift Explained

Dive into this episode of the Trillion Dollar Ads Podcast where Timmy Bankole reveals his unexpected journey from an eager intern at eBay to a key player in the ad tech scene.

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#115 Redefining “Working Dad”: The Unconventional Journey of a Working Father w/ Alex Shafran

In this episode of Timeless Teaching,of I sit down with Alex Shlaen to hear his perspective on how he has been raising 2 children with his wife Lana – and bring “an equal, hand-on, engaged parent… and a professional executive at work!

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Why HR Shouldn’t Be Called HR Anymore

In this episode of CuHRious Show, I sit down with Tanya, a trailblazer in the People function, who’s turned traditional HR on its head.

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Defying Traditions: How Sanjeev Kapoor Redefined Being a Chef!

In this episode of TiE Talks I dive into the flavorful life of Sanjeev Kapoor, a culinary maestro who’s not just spicing up dishes but also shaping destinies with his visionary approach.

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#114 Coming Home To Yourself Through The Eyes Of A Filmmaker w/ Jomon Thomas

How did a high-flying aviation manager turn into a famous blockbuster movie producer? What life lessons did he learn along this journey?

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Learning from India’s near-misses in the Olympics

In this episode of TiE Talks, I sit down with two incredible champions: Viren Rasquinha, former captain of the Indian hockey team and CEO of Olympic Gold Quest, and Navdeep Singh, Paralympic gold medalist.

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Unlocking the Startup Code: Insights from Serial Entrepreneurs!

In this episode of TiE Talks, we chat with Pankaj Gupta and Saurabh Bhattacharyya, two visionary founders who have not only shaped industries but also navigated the complex world of startups in both India and Singapore.

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#113 Simplify Your Life in 2025 – Stop Chasing and Start Living w/ Yana Fry

Dive into today’s episode of Timeless Teachings where I’ll share insights from the intriguing Japanese concept of Ikigai, guiding us to find fulfillment in our existing talents and joys.

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Conferences Redefined: Innovation, Connection, and Real Impact

In this episode of TiE Talks, I chat with Amit Gupta and Harsh Rungta, two visionary leaders whose journeys are as impressive as the global meetups they frequent.

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#112 Lessons from 2024 – Finding Balance in Personal and Public Life

Feeling the pressure of being always on display as a content creator? As we near the end of 2024, I’m taking a moment to share my journey and insights from the past year, focusing on the crucial lessons of teamwork, delegation, and the value of privacy.

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#111 The Art of Conscious Leadership w/ Sascha Menesi

On this episode of Timeless Teachings, I sit down with Sascha Menesi, a global leader whose journey spans continents and industries. From his roots in Croatia to a thriving career in the U.S., Sascha’s path is a masterclass in adapting, leading, and thriving across cultures.

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Dream Big, Start Young: A Blueprint for Success

In this episode of TiE Talks, I sit down with Krish and Samyak, two young entrepreneurs who took the bold steps of leaving school to pursue their dreams.

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#110 How to have an empowered birth experience w/ Ho Kin Ng

In this episode of Timeless Teaching, I sit down with KinIng Ho, a mom of three from Singapore with three incredible and unique birth stories.

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A Path to Workplace Well-being

In this episode of TiE Talks, I sit down with two close friends and passionate advocates, Bala Swaminathan and Ritu G. Mehrish, who are dedicated to rethinking corporate culture.

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How Two Leaders Are Using Capital to Drive Real Change

In this episode of TiE Talks, I sit down with Maya Hari, CEO of Terrascope, and Michelle Cheo, CEO and Vice Chair of Mewah Group. Both are seasoned leaders who combine their deep business expertise with a passion for climate tech, health, and empowering small business owners.

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How to Balance User Experience with Ads

In this episode of Trillion Dollar Ads, I chat with Alin Dobrea, who shares his journey from starting in London’s ad agencies to leading Zalora’s marketing services in Southeast Asia.

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How To Balance Profit and Purpose

In this episode of TiE Talks, we sit down with Sugandhi Matta, one of the founding partners of ABC Impact. She shares her incredible journey from traditional private equity to leading the charge in impact-driven investments.

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Is AI the Future of Humanity?

In this episode of TiE Talks, I sit down with Raj Verma, CEO of SingleStore, to dive into his fascinating journey from Australia and Hong Kong to becoming a tech leader in the heart of innovation.

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The challenges and opportunities in ad tech measurement

In this episode of Trillion Dollar Ads, Jayesh sits down with Jordan Khoo, a pioneer in the ad tech space, who shares his 20-year journey of building companies across Southeast Asia.

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Impact Investing: Doing Good While Making Money

In this episode of TiE Talks, Amit Mehta, the Director of LNB Group, takes us through his journey from working across various industries, including his experience at Tata, to leading a family-owned business with a strong focus on sustainability.

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The Shift from Traditional to Digital Ads Explained

Join me on this episode of Trillion Dollar Ads as I talk with Prantik Mazumdar. Prantik shares his unexpected journey from studying computer engineering at NUS to becoming a key player in the advertising world.

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The Future of Farming, Tech and Sustainability: Olam’s Journey

In this episode of TiE Talks, we chat with Suresh Sundararajan from Olam International, who has been with the company since 1996, witnessing its growth from a $50 million business to a $50 billion giant.

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#103 My Story – Mystery and Magic of Coming into Motherhood

In this episode of Timeless Teaching, I Yana Fry, share my journey into motherhood. Growing up with a single, overworked mother, I faced numerous challenges and uncertainties about having children.

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Bio-Based Materials: The Next Big Trend in Construction Sustainability

In this episode of TiE Talks, we have Joelle Chen, a professional with over two decades of experience in stakeholder engagement and ecosystem development.

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Only culturally relevant brands can grow big!

In this episode of Marketing with Vani, we sit down with Santosh Desai, a distinguished authority in the realm of luxury brands.

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YT45 | How to go from zero views to YouTube success

Join us on this episode of YanaTV as we explore the multifaceted life of Dr. Jenny Li, who is an American-trained chiropractor and the director of Re: Chiropractic, formerly known as Singapore Pain Solutions.

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How you can start small, yet win big

In this episode Marketing with Vani, we sit down with Emmanuel Probst, an expert in branding and marketing strategies, to explore the world of challenger marketing.

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#102 10-minute mindfulness technique for happiness and success

Join us as we journey through connecting with our body, emotions, thoughts, and soul, discovering newfound sensations and insights along the way.

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How can technology solve people-related challenges at growth companies?

In this episode of HR Tech Talks, we explore the career and insights of Andy Turnbull, the head of people tech at Bolt.

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#101 Leadership in uncertain times – science, wellness and business transformation

Roshan delves into the deep connections between leadership, well-being, and personal development, sharing insights from his own transformative experiences.

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From first 100 fans to market leadership

Join Scott Clary, an entrepreneur and host of the popular “Success Story” podcast, as he shares his journey from a side hustle to a leading voice in the business podcasting scene.

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How to make the case for HR Tech

In this episode of HR Tech’s Tech Talks, host Sriram welcomes Kamal Pradhan, VP of Technology and Operations at Signify Health, to explore his unique journey.

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#100th episode special – people, patience and possibilities

Can you believe we’ve reached our 100th episode of Timeless Teachings? It’s a milestone that marks over three years of learning, sharing, and connecting deeply with both our guests and listeners.

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YT39 | Learn from this Canadian how drumming and neuroscience can level up your self leadership skills

On today’s episode of Yana TV, we explore this question with our guest, Grant “Upbeat” Bosnick. From his unique Croatian Canadian identity to his transformative journey through Canada, Japan, and finally Singapore, Grant unpacks the significant role drumming plays in linking self-leadership with neuroscience. 

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YT38 | Learn how to eat, shop and live more sustainably – from fashion to consciousness with Stephanie Dickson

Meet Stephanie Dickson, the visionary behind Green is the New Black, who shares her journey from a fashion career to becoming a sustainability pioneer.

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Climate Change: Can we prioritise adaptation over mitigation?

In this episode, Ravi Chidambaram welcomes Professor Benjamin Horton, Director of the Earth Observatory at NTU, to tackle this pressing question.

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YT37 | This Asian educates us about  AI and opens up about Western upbringing, and being a father as a tech leader 

What does it mean to be an Asian from the West? Is AI a friend or foe to our future jobs, our families and our children? A single father and a tech leader?

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YT36 | From Physics to Fortune 500 – life and business secrets w/ Bernard Leong

Meet Bernard Leong. Dr Bernard Leong is currently the founder and CEO of Dorje AI, a new enterprise AI startup focusing on building the next-generation business operating system that enables companies to be productive, optimally efficient and continuously adaptive.

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YT35 | Back to work tips for moms – how to return to work after maternity leave

We are continuing stories of women this month. What is it like to jump back into the workforce after taking a break for motherhood?

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Mixing spirits and strategies: Chris Maffeo’s brew for branding | Chris Maffeo @Maffeo Drinks (Season 3, #Episode 1)

Chris Maffeo, an expert in brand building with a unique approach that combines marketing and sales, shares his insights on the Maffeo Drinks Podcast.

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#98 TEDx speaker and stage 3 cancer survivor gives his advice on resilience and wellness for busy people w/ Savio P. Clemente

What does it take to survive massive adversity? In this episode of Timeless Teachings, my guest is Savio Clemente, a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, media journalist, and wellness coach for cancer survivors.

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#97 The Gift of Being a Woman (Women’s Day Special)

As International Women’s Day nears, I want to remind every woman of her unique energy and purpose. Being a woman is about embracing your special gift and bringing it into the world, whether it’s through family, career, creativity, or self-healing

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Sustainable Investing: Are ESG impacts on the future quantifiable?

Is sustainable investing facing a crossroads in today’s market? In this episode, we welcome François Boutin-Dufresne, Managing Partner at Nordis Capital, to delve into the intricacies of sustainable investing.

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#96 Women, Work and Well-Being w/ Nathalie Saunderson

How can women effectively balance their careers without compromising their well-being and feminine energy, particularly in today’s workplace environment?

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How RChilli Paved the Way for a Smarter Recruitment Future

In this episode, we sit down with Vinay Johar, the driving force behind RChilli, to uncover the evolving landscape of HR in the digital era.

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#95 Mindfulness and ancient wisdom for turbulent modern times w/ Manish Behl

Have you ever wondered how mindfulness could be a game-changer in leadership, helping you navigate stress and make better decisions in today’s fast-paced world?

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We are Connecting the Dots: HR, Technology, and the Power of Stories

In this episode, Pradeep U.N., CEO of Stories and Wisdom, discusses the profound challenges facing businesses today, from extended sales cycles to navigating a five-generational workplace.

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How To Retain Top Talent in the Post Pandemic Era

Dive into the future of HR tech with our latest guest Sagar Khatri, co-founder and CEO of Multiplier, a revolutionary global employment platform.

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#94 Aligning Mind and Heart – Leading from the Future with Nathalie Coral Lepeltier

Today we explore the mysteries of the heart with Nathalie Coral Lepeltier. She shares her deep insights from her book Quantum Heart: A Guide to Lead from the Future.

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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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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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