Navigating the Rise

Navigating the Rise

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Navigating the Rise episodes

  • [S4][E1] NAVIGATING AI TESTING IN ASIA: BEST PRACTICES AND INSIGHTS

    Mr. Venkata Sai Sandeep Ogirala is an accomplished Engineering Leader with over a decade of specialized software engineering experience, focusing on testing and big data. Currently, he serves as a Staff Software Quality Engineer at ServiceNow, where his expertise in AI, ML, and big data analytics ensures that the software solutions under his oversight are both cutting-edge and reliable, aligning with the forefront of industry advancements.

    Mr. Venkata’s extensive career has traversed multiple industries, including banking, insurance, and retail cooperation, where he has applied his skills as a Big Data Specialist. In the retail sector, his work has involved harnessing big data to drive insights, optimize operations, and enhance customer experiences. The rapid advancements in AI across East Asia significantly shape his deep and diverse technical foundation. Innovations in countries such as India, Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea have profoundly influenced his strategic direction and commitment to driving progress in software quality, big data, and innovation. Mr. Venkata’s recent Harvard certification deepened his understanding of AI, particularly Strong and Weak AI, greatly enhancing his career in the evolving AI landscape.

    18 min
  • [S3] [E13] What It Is like to Be Asian American with Vivian Tran, Author of Asian Duckling

    Have you ever felt like you didn’t belong as an Asian American? Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

    Join George and Vivian Tran as they chat about what it’s like to be Asian American. Dr. Vivian Tran helps businesses analyze their needs and develop programs aimed to create a healthy work environment. She’s also writing a book based on her experiences growing up as an Asian American called the Asian Duckling.

    In the episode, the two share their observations in the workplace environment, experiences being raised in between two cultures, and finding a good business partner.

    Here are the things to expect in the show:

    • The need for companies to recognize and act on the mental shifts with their employees.
    • Conflicts of interest between the American way and the Asian way of living.
    • The value of proper communication especially if you’re in a multicultural business.
    • The ability of the multicultural mind to do “context switching”. What’s that about?
    • Finding a business partner that complements your weaknesses in the work that you do.
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      34 min
    • [S3] [E12] How to Start Eco-friendly Living Across the World with MR Maximo, Founder of Mabhuhai Maxima

      This week, we have the opportunity to interview with MR Maximo.  She is a flight attendant, freelance author, and financial advisor.  She currently lives in the Philippines.  Also, because of her work as a flight attendant, she travels throughout the world that advanced her cultural understandings across countries.

      Her work revolves around sustainability and how sustainable living can create the maximum value in your life.  MR Maxima also created a podcast to talk about her journey as an environmentalist.  She changed her brand to the vegan flight attendant in a world that promotes otherwise from her perspective.  Thereafter, she goes in-depth on how to stay true to yourself and how to stay kind and happy for yourself—at the same time, doing all without negatively affecting the planet.  She mentioned how the societal pressure of consumerism can affect you and how to avoid that.

      https://vurbl.com/station/NTR

      34 min
    • [S3] [E11] What It Is Like to Be a Cabin Crew Influencer w/ Ekasari Gusti

      Most people think being a cabin crew and an Instagram influencer is all about the outside looks; Ekasari Gusti proves that it's more than that. For her, looks won’t matter if a person has poor behavior and doesn’t celebrate her own body.   Sari's brand is all about learning how to build self-confidence. Listen to the episode to hear Sari's traveling stories, fashion tips, the challenges of being a cabin crew influencer, and why your inner beauty and confidence matter the most.

      32 min
    • [S3] [E9] How to Still Pursue Your Dreams as a Mom w/ Vivien Yap

      Who says being a mother is a hindrance to your dreams? Influencer and enneagram coach Vivien Yap begs to disagree. From juggling full-time work, motherhood, and influencer marketing, there's no limit to what a motivated mother can do. Listen to the episode to hear how she deals with her busy schedule, the importance of self-care in motherhood, and why the best thing you can do for yourself as a mother is to pursue your dreams.

      35 min
    • [S3] [E8] What Helped People Accept who They Are with Stacy and Danah Gutierrez, Founder of Raw & Real Podcast

      Have you ever felt lost with the direction your life and faith is going?

      Finding our truth takes a lot of reevaluation of our beliefs and values. However, God puts us in these situations to lead us toward the right path. In this episode, Stacey and Danah Gutierrez share the story of their transition toward spiritual work. They lay down raw and real insights into why our advocacy must align with the beliefs we uphold.

      Listen to the full episode to know how you can find your path to a spiritual rebirth.

      40 min
    • [S3] [E7]How to Be a Top Content Creator in Indonesia with Rizky Ardi Nugroho, Founder of Do You See What I see

      Do you want to know what it takes to become a top content creator?

      If yes, this episode will show you how you can build your skills, attract an audience, create engaging content online, and overcome the challenges that come with it.

      You will gain advice from the horror master himself, Mizter Popo, as he shares how he started podcasting and how the things he learned from entrepreneurship led him to become a top content creator in Indonesia.

      29 min
    • [S3] [E6] How to Survive Being a Sexy Asian Actress in Hollywood with Vivian Ahn

      Do you need survival tips and empowering advice to help you fulfill your dreams of becoming an actor?

      The path of the artist is paved with difficulty. You need to face and overcome a lot of predicaments and hindrances. There are internal and external factors that may affect your confidence and passion for your craft. Vivian Ahn shares her experiences and learnings along her acting journey.

      Listen to the full episode to know how you can be one of the new rising stars in the acting industry.

      48 min
    • [S3] [E5] How Social Media Helps with Acting w/ Daniel Ang, Actor and Influencer

      How can acting skills play a role in creating content online? Daniel Ang is the perfect man to ask. With his large following in platforms like Instagram and a blossoming career in acting, it seems like he can do it all.

      In this episode, Daniel shares his journey toward becoming an influencer and how being an actor helps him create fresh and inspiring content for his audience. He also discusses the challenges of being an online creator and advice for aspiring influencers.

      Listen to the full episode to understand how to use your abilities and explore social media to achieve success!

      https://youtu.be/JDy12fdhZFk

      40 min

    About Navigating the Rise

    From the publisher's feed

    Navigating the Rise was created to bring awareness and recreate the misperceptions of Asians in the West. For example, people mistaken quietness as a lack of confidence, not creating intense conflicts as a lack of personal viewpoints, among others.