In this opening episode of Failures of Success, host Shivam Dhruva introduces the purpose behind the podcast and the personal journey that led to its creation.

With over 15 years of experience in engineering and programming, Shivam reflects on the failures that shaped his path and why focusing only on success stories gives us an incomplete picture of growth. This episode sets the foundation for the series: honest conversations about what went wrong, what changed, and what failure truly teaches us behind the scenes.

You’ll hear why this podcast exists, what kind of stories will be explored, and who the upcoming guests are from founders and engineers to people who changed paths entirely. The goal isn’t to glorify failure, but to understand it, learn from it, and uncover the thinking that eventually leads to success.

If you’ve ever felt disconnected from polished success narratives or wondered what happens between starting and “making it,” this episode is for you.

What to expect in this episode:

• Why failure deserves more attention than success
• The motivation behind starting Failures of Success
• What kinds of guests and stories are coming up
• How failure shapes mindset, resilience, and growth

Welcome to the journey.