This week on Unbreakable Ventures, we welcome Sandeep Sharma who joins us to share his experiences and advice from his debut book, Good on you Mate!

Good on You, Mate! follows Sandeep’s journey from Mumbai to Christchurch as an international student. It's part memoir, part practical guide for anyone considering studying abroad. And where one might think this as a purely academic read, the advice on putting together systems, community, and plan B’s can be used in any organisation.

In this interview, we cover:

* Having motivation and vision in your work.

* Doing your due diligence / try before you buy techniques.

* How to be adaptable and having a plan B.

* Being "decision ready".

* How can we leverage social capital.

* Making your own luck.

* Support systems and mentoring.

Sandeep is a University of Canterbury alumni, the Strategy and Trade Officer at the India New Zealand Business Council, Chairperson of New Zealand Institute of International Affairs, Whare Tawāhi-a-mahi i Aotearoa - National Office, and an international advisor to private businesses through his own advisory service, Northstar Global Advisory.

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How to follow Sandeep

* Sandeep on LinkedIn

* Good on You, Mate! on LinkedIn

* Get a copy of Good on You, Mate!

* Northstar Global Advisory

* Sandeep’s book recommendation: Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts

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