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  • 475. Chanakya’s wisdom in contemporary contexts | Dr. Radhakrishnan Pillai | #TGV475

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    Chanakya’s wisdom in contemporary contexts  | Radhakrishnan Pillai | #TGV475Tune into #TGV475 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the pointers from Radhakrishnan’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding VoiceIntroduction and context settingTop 3 things that have contributed to Radhakrishnan’s success so farHis favorite author(s) and what does he like about their writing style?What drove him to specialize in "Kautilya's Arthashastra" and how this ancient text has influenced his approach to modern management principles?Specific lessons from Chanakya's teachings that he believes are most relevant for today's business leaders and entrepreneursKey strategies from ancient Indian philosophy that can be applied effectively in contemporary corporate settingsA memorable experience or lesson learned from interactions with organizations such as the Indian Armed Forces and various government bodies, highlighting the practical application of Chanakya's strategiesHow do cultural contexts influence the reception and implementation of Chanakya's principles in different parts of the world?WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONSHis aspirations for the future of leadership education and the continued relevance of ancient Indian wisdom in shaping global business practicesTRIVIA - Less known facts about ChanakyaAbout the guest:Dr. Radhakrishnan Pillai is the author of  “Chanakya” Series Best Sellers, Teacher of Chanakya's teachings from Kautilya's Arthashastra at the University of Mumbai | TEDx and Josh Talks Speaker | Corporate Trainer | Chief Leadership Coach at Chanakya Aanvikshiki Pvt. LtdHe is a most sought-after speaker on leadership, strategy, and management, blending traditional wisdom with contemporary business practices. His engaging style and ability to simplify complex ideas make him a popular figure in the corporate and educational world.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rchanakyapillai/CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamalahttp://www.naveensamala.comIf you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypalhttps://paypal.me/NaveenSamlaIf you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll in this course: https://www.naveensamala.com/courses/ProductivityMonk-636d10fde4b055920139e51dTGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon:Vol 2: Notion Press: https://notionpress.com/read/the-guiding-voice-inspiring-lives-volume-2Vol 1:Paperback:https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:https://youtube.com/@tgvhindihttps://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu

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  • 474. How to feel more confident by focusing on thoughts? | Tamara Pflug | #TGV474

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    How to feel more confident by focusing on YOUR thoughts?  | Tamara Pflug | #TGV474Tune into #TGV474 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the pointers from Tamara’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding VoiceIntroduction and context settingTop 3 things that have contributed to Tamara’s success so farWhy paying attention to our thoughts is a key factor in boosting confidence? What inspired her to delve into this fascinating aspect of self-awareness?"We have around 60,000 thoughts per day, and we tend to believe them as absolute truths.It's intriguing how our brains are wired not necessarily to make us happy but to keep us aliveMany people grapple with thoughts of 'not being good enough.Our brain's primary job is to keep us alive, not necessarily to make us happy.Transformation stories where individuals significantly improved their confidence by changing their thought patternsWITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONSHer practical advice for the audience in terms of paying attention to their thoughts and fostering a more positive mental environmentTRIVIA ABOUT ThoughtsAbout the guest:Tamara Pflug can help people feel HAPPIER and AT EASE!! She offers1:1 Fun & Wonderful Coaching and runs Awesome Workshops for TeamsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-confidence-coach/CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamalahttp://www.naveensamala.comIf you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypalhttps://paypal.me/NaveenSamlaIf you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll in this course: https://www.naveensamala.com/courses/ProductivityMonk-636d10fde4b055920139e51dTGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon:Vol 2: Notion Press: https://notionpress.com/read/the-guiding-voice-inspiring-lives-volume-2Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CQ2J7BM8Vol 1: Kindle:https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyCPaperback:https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:https://youtube.com/@tgvhindihttps://youtube.com/@tgvteluguAudio:https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o (#tgvhindi)FOLLOW ON TWITTER:@guidingvoice@naveensamala
  • 473. Entrepreneurship with Cerebral Palsy | Eric Lupton | #TGV473

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    Entrepreneurship with Cerebral Palsy | Eric Lupton | #TGV473Tune into #TGV473 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the pointers from Eric’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding VoiceIntroduction and context settingAbout Eric and his journey in becoming the President of Life Saver Pool FenceTop 3 things that have contributed to Eric’s success so farSignificance of the Drowning issue and the reasons behind such statistics?How has this journey of overcoming the challenges of living with Cerebral Palsy influenced his approach to life and work?He has been involved with Life Saver since 1997 and has held various roles. His journey from administrative work to becoming the President influenced the company's growth and mission.What are his aspirations for the future of drowning prevention? WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONSOne piece of advice to those aspiring to make BIG in their careersTRIVIA ABOUT DrowningAbout the guest:Eric Lupton runs the world's largest pool fence company from his electric wheelchair. Eric has cerebral palsy, which presents symptoms almost identical to near-drowning victims. Having started at the company in an administrative and marketing capacity years ago, Eric has now been featured as an expert in two New York Times Best Sellers on writing effective marketing copy, and his thoughts on online marketing have been quoted by publications including the Wall Street Journal and USA Today. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-lupton-a1415626/CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamalaIf you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate through Paypalhttps://paypal.me/NaveenSamlaIf you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll in this course: https://www.naveensamala.com/courses/ProductivityMonk-636d10fde4b055920139e51dTGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon:Vol 2: Notion Press: https://notionpress.com/read/the-guiding-voice-inspiring-lives-volume-2Vol 1: Kindle:https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyCPaperback:https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:https://youtube.com/@tgvhindihttps://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu Audio:https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o (#tgvhindi)https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I (#tgvtelugu)FOLLOW ON TWITTER:@guidingvoice@naveensamala
  • 472. Why there’s no such thing as an “angry person”? | Bronwyn Schweigerdt | #TGV472

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    Why there’s no such thing as an “angry person”? | Bronwyn Schweigerdt | #TGV472Tune into #TGV472 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the pointers from Bronwyn’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding VoiceIntroduction and context settingTop 3 things that contributed to Brownwyn’s successThe concept of "externalizing" feelings and why she believes it's so crucial for mental well-being.What led her to the realization that there's no such thing as an "angry person"? How did this understanding shape her approach to therapy?Specific examples of how helping individuals externalize their feelings, especially anger, has led to remarkable transformations in their mental health?How does she help her clients develop a healthier relationship with anger and, in turn, with themselves?Some of the techniques or strategies Brownwyn employs while coaching her clientsWhat common misconceptions or stigmas are associated with anger and mental health? How can we collectively work to dispel them?WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONSAbout her upcoming projects or any resources where the audience can learn more about her approach to mental health and emotional well-being?TRIVIA ABOUT Anger ManagementAbout the guest:Bronwyn Schweigerdt is a psychotherapist who specializes in helping people express their hidden and often stigmatized feelings like anger and rage, ultimately promoting mental health. Her podcast, "Angry at the Right Things," serves as a platform to assist listeners in externalizing these emotions. Bronwyn believes that sharing emotions with a compassionate person can help alleviate trauma and that feelings are meant to be shared, not endured in isolation, as this enables healing and builds healthier relationships.She is also an LMFT(Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), public speaker, and an authorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bronwyn-schweigerdt-3124857/CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamalahttp://www.naveensamala.comIf you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate  through Paypalhttps://paypal.me/NaveenSamlaIf you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll in this course: https://www.naveensamala.com/courses/ProductivityMonk-636d10fde4b055920139e51dTGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon:Vol 2: Notion Press: https://notionpress.com/read/the-guiding-voice-inspiring-lives-volume-2Vol 1: Paperback:https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi Audio:https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o (#tgvhindi)
  • 471. Entrepreneurial Resilience: Building Teams, Nourishing Lives, and Paying It Forward | Brandon Cobb | #TGV471

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    Tune into #TGV471 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the pointers from Brandon’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding VoiceIntroduction and context settingTop 3 things that have contributed to Brandon’s success so farWhat does he enjoy the most about his work/entrepreneurship journeyHis experience where effective team building played a crucial role in his entrepreneurial journeyHow does he maintain motivation during challenging times as an entrepreneur, and his advice for those struggling to stay motivated?In what ways has prioritizing a healthy lifestyle influenced his productivity and decision-making as an entrepreneur?How does he maintain a positive outlook during challenging times in his business?What were the most impactful lessons or takeaways you gained from Tony Robbins’s conferences, especially with regard to entrepreneurship?WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONSHis entrepreneurial journey into one piece of advice for the audienceTRIVIA ABOUT Tony RobbinsAbout the guest:Brandon Cobb was a former medical device sales rep who “happened upon real estate” after getting laid off from his dream job. Now, Brandon runs a vertically integrated firm, HBG Capital, and manages $35 million of new development annually. Their  focus is in the affordable entry-level build to sell and build to rent housing  in the Nashville, Tennessee market. He has been featured on 100+ podcasts, REI Wealth magazine, Realty 411 magazineLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hbgcapital/CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamalahttp://www.naveensamala.comIf you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypalhttps://paypal.me/NaveenSamlaIf you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll in this course: https://www.naveensamala.com/courses/ProductivityMonk-636d10fde4b055920139e51dTGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon:Vol 2: Notion Press: https://notionpress.com/read/the-guiding-voice-inspiring-lives-volume-2Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CQ2J7BM8Vol 1: Kindle:https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyCPaperback:https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXjAudio:https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o (#tgvhindi)https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I (#tgvtelugu)FOLLOW ON TWITTER:@guidingvoice@naveensamala
  • 470. Transforming Grief: A Journey from Pain to Power | Lindsay Stanton | #TGV470

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    Tune into #TGV470 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the pointers from Marcia’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding VoiceIntroduction and context settingTop 3 things that have contributed to Lindsay’s success so farHer journey with grief and loss and how it led her to become a coach, author, and practitioner of somatic therapy and intuitive Reiki?How did she discover the power to shift the pain of grief into deep transformation, and what pivotal moments marked this shift for her?Her book, "The Enduring and Everlasting," is a detailed account of her experiences with grief. Key elements of her blueprint for healing, especially the resources and modalities she found most impactful?She is building an in-depth communication system with her husband on the other side. How did this unfold, and what insights has she gained from these experiences?Her book introduces resources like visualization, journaling, and movement. How do these practices contribute to the healing process, and how can others incorporate them into their grief journey?WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONSShe found a calling to be of service. How does she see her experiences contributing to helping others, and her message for those currently navigating grief and loss?TRIVIA ABOUT Soul RevivalAbout the guest:Lindsay Stanton is the President of Digi-Me, a digital technology company in the human resource space, she built and ran with Roger Stanton. Roger passed away in October of 2020. Lindsay and Roger are soulmates, spent 20 years together in the physical world, in love, working together during most of those years, and traveling together.  Lindsay has extensive media and speaking experience from her tenure as an executive having been featured on major television and radio outlets as well as industry events as a subject matter expert. Lindsay is a coach assisting those in deep grief, a certified intuitive Reiki (Ray kee) healer and practitioner,  and certified in somatic therapy as well as participating and learning extensive other modalities to assist those in grief. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stantonlindsay/CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamalaIf you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate through Paypalhttps://paypal.me/NaveenSamlaIf you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll in this course: https://www.naveensamala.com/courses/ProductivityMonk-636d10fde4b055920139e51dTGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon:Vol 2: Notion Press: https://notionpress.com/read/the-guiding-voice-inspiring-lives-volume-2Vol 1: Paperback:https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi
  • 469. Finding Purpose: From bar owner to treatment center owner | Brice Hancock(CEO - Mile High Recovery Center) | #TGV469

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    Tune into #TGV469 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the pointers from Brice’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding VoiceIntroduction, First rapid-fire round of random words  and context-settingTop 3 things that have contributed to Brice’s success so farWhat was the turning point or catalyst that prompted him to shift from the bar business to establishing the Mile High Recovery Center?The process of creating and running a recovery center has been challenging for Brice. Find out the initial steps he took to make this vision a realityMile High Recovery Center offers a comprehensive, year-long program for substance use disorder and mental health. What inspired him to adopt this approach, and how does it differ from other treatment options?Balancing a treatment center that caters to both men and women must require a nuanced approach. How does he ensure the programs are inclusive and address the unique needs of each group?A success story or a particularly memorable experience that has occurred under Brice’s leadership at the center?WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONSAdvice to someone currently struggling with addiction or contemplating making a significant career or life change towards sobrietyTRIVIA ABOUT “The history of drug addiction recovery centers”About the guest:Brice Hancock is the Founder/Chief Executive Officer, Mile High Recovery Center in Denver, CO. Colorado They offer Extended drug and alcohol treatment center including a medium intensity residential program with PHP, IOP, clinical case management, and recovery housing for men and women in the heart of Denver, CO.  They  feature a year long program for substance use disorder/mental health and have a flexible schedule for working adults needing just IOP. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bricehancock/Website:https://milehighrecoverycenter.com/CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamalahttp://www.naveensamala.comIf you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypalhttps://paypal.me/NaveenSamlaIf you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll in this course: https://www.naveensamala.com/courses/ProductivityMonk-636d10fde4b055920139e51dTGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon:Vol 2: Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CQ2J7BM8Vol 1Paperback:https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXjAudio:https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o (#tgvhindi)https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I (#tgvtelugu)