In this episode of Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai, we dive into the secrets of Chanakya Niti and Arthshastra with author and storyteller Mansi Thakkar—who’s making ancient wisdom surprisingly relevant today.

From power moves in leadership, navigating relationships to everyday life hacks rooted in centuries-old strategy, Mansi breaks it all down in a way that just makes sense. If you’ve ever wondered how to think sharper, decide smarter, or lead better—this one’s for you.

Tune in to uncover the mindset that built empires in ancient history… and why it still works.

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00:00 – Intro: What’s Coming Up in This Video

00:56 – Bhavya x Mansi: The Conversation Begins

02:10 – Why Was Chanakya Truly Special?

05:00 – The Mentors Who Shaped Chanakya

07:40 – Brainstorming: The Power of Multiple Ideas

09:50 – The Red Flag of Leadership: “Yes Men”

10:40 – When Were Arthashastra & Chanakya Niti Written?13:00 – A Look at Today’s Education System

14:00 – Debunking Social Media Myths About Chanakya

15:30 – What Chanakya Niti Really Says About Leadership

19:00 – Chanakya’s Top 5 Contributions to Society

26:50 – Are Chanakya’s Teachings Still Relevant Today?

28:40 – Must-Have Qualities of a Great Leader

31:10 – Sanskrit Origins & Modern Interpretations

35:10 – Women in Power During Chanakya’s Era

36:30 – Adapting Chanakya’s Teachings to Modern Life

39:00 – The Misunderstanding Around Personal Branding

42:10 – TCS Work Hours Controversy & Meme Marketing

44:20 – Starbucks’ Genius Name Misspelling Strategy

44:40 – Why Everyone Should Focus on Personal Branding

48:10 – Chanakya’s Advice for Employees & Team Members

50:40 – Are We Truly Aware of Our Mindsets?

55:40 – What Startups Can Learn from Chanakya

58:40 – Grooming Kings: Leadership Training in Ancient Times

01:03:20 – Comparing Chanakya’s Works to The Art of War

01:04:30 – Final Takeaways & Closing Thoughts

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