Preneurship Diaries

Preneurship Diaries

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  • Healing the World with Art | Interview with Shanteriga Raweenthran- PD22

    Today we have with us Shanteriga Raweenthran

    Shanteriga Raweenthran is a self-taught artist who loves art and all its forms. She is specialised in painting murals, portraits and mandalas (Sacred Geometries). Her mission is to bring art and aesthetics to people’s life by transforming their space. No human should live in a space where there is no possibility to turn inward. Art, design, colour and shape has the ability to open different dimensions of life where people can naturally find expression to their inner nature. It is also a very peaceful and meditative process for her on a personal level as she believes in healing influences of colours. She hopes to inspire and connect people with their playful inner child while adding colours to their lives.


    Highlights of the Talk:

    • Journey of Pursuing Art
    • Exploring various forms of Art
    • Services offered - Canvas paintings, Mural paintings and Mandalas
    • Plan on starting Art Advisory and Interior designing, Art therapy
    • Journey of ArtOwl creations
    • Experience and challenges of a Solopreneur
    • Current projects and plans
    • Relevance of Art in this day and age
    • Wellbeing
    • Shanteriga can be reached at [email protected]

      1. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artowl.creations/?ref=py_c

      2. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artowl.creations/


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      YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4UdnW6j1PCI4SYzbAmAGQ

      Website- https://shwethakrish.com

      40 min
    • Wealth Wellness Retirement | Interview with Deeraj Shetty- PD21

      Today we have with us Deeraj Shetty.

      As a former professional tennis player, Deeraj understands the importance of Discipline, Dedication and overcoming failures.

      Having left home at the age of 15 was the beginning of his journey of Money, Budgeting, Planning and Personal Finance.

      Today, as a SEBI Registered Investment and Retirement Advisor, Deeraj Shetty advises Executives, Doctors, Lawyers & Athletes with comprehensive Wealth Protection and Wealth Creation solutions with a detailed focus on Tax Efficiency and Risk Protection for the family.

      As an NRI having spent 29 years living and working in Bahrain, Dubai, USA & Singapore, Deeraj has learned and understood cross-border cultures & nuances while being exposed to Indian and Global Wealth Advisory.

      With opportunities as an NRI Wealth Manager in Singapore, Deeraj believed the system will not allow him to build honest relationships with a comprehensive approach towards Investments and Retirement Planning with 100% Transparency where our Business Model is linked DIRECTLY to the growth of the Family's Portfolio.

      In 2011, Deeraj finally decided to get out of his comfort zone to become the face for Fiduciary Personal Finance in India - Hence the birth of India’s few SEBI Registered Investment & Retirement Advisors.

      Highlights of the Talk:

      • Learning experiences in various geographies and financial products
      • Personal and Professional challenges while setting up his first business
      • Career in Personal Finance- for amyone wwanting to join this field
      • Importance of Financial Education
      • Life skills every child should know and learn- Cycling, Swimming, Any sport, Any musical instrument, Financial education, Listening, Networking, Coding
      • Productivity in terms of teams and company
      • Being a SEBI Registered Investment and Retirement Advisor
      • About his other venture- Salud Beverages Pvt. Ltd.
      • Authentic Connections goes a long way
      • Experience during the Pandemic
      • Wellbeing
      • Deeraj can be reached at [email protected]

        1. Website: https://deerajshetty.com/

        2. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urpersonalcfo/

        3. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shettydeeraj/


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        YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4UdnW6j1PCI4SYzbAmAGQ

        Website- https://shwethakrish.com

        1 hr 25 min
      • Minimalism in Real Life - Solo Talk Shwetha Krish - PD20

        Hello,

        So Today it is me alone talking about Minimalism!

        “If one’s life is simple, contentment has to come. Simplicity is extremely important for happiness. Having few desires, feeling satisfied with what you have, is very vital: satisfaction with just enough food, clothing, and shelter to protect yourself from the elements.” -The Dalai Lama, 1935.

        Minimalism is about prioritizing what is of value to you and that which is adding to your quality of life. That could mean discarding unwanted things, abusive relationships and unnecessary activities.

        What are we presently doing?

        We seem to be always in a rush to make more money, hoard the best stuff, get the modern gadgets, embrace a modern lifestyle as per the societal needs. Being glued to television sets, mobile phones and digital media platforms is the new norm and we seldom make raw human interactions / conversations with other people. We may unconsciously hoard non-essential possessions or get into relationships on a whim, involve in activities which are not adding value to your life and also get into debts for securing a future we haven't seen!

        In the process of expansion(which we see as Happiness) we are limiting to see and perceive the essentials of our life. To be happy, all one needs is some food, water, shelter, clothing, loving relationships and certain activities which bring out the best in you(well this could be debatable as to how much is enough).

        Minimalism In Real Life

        In the past year, I came face to face with Minimalism In Real Life. I attended a residential program which had certain protocols of having just the essentials for a 7 month stay. This brought out the best in me:

        • I spent very little time in figuring out what to wear(as I hardly had 8-10 pair of clothing and just the bare essentials).
        • Fortunately, I spent less time thinking.Well, I mostly thought about the activity I was doing at the moment. There was no aimless and unnecessary thinking / brooding.
        • I gave myself completely to the activity that I was doing at that moment. This helped me to focus better and I was least bothered about the results. Well, naturally with utter focus and no distraction the results are bound to turn out good.
        • I spent time on activities and events which were of immense help to the community at large.
        • Consciously, I hardly spent any time on social media platforms, OTT platforms, Television. This has made me to look at life in a different perspective.
        • To be grateful everyday for what I have; be it relationships, certain possessions and most importantly being alive is something which makes me feel truly alive in each moment!
        • Continual Process

          Minimalism is not just an attitude, it is a way of life. It is not a one-time thing that you finish off and be done with. It is a continual process of consciously learning and making an effort to bring Minimalism into your life; be it at your work, home, relationships, activities and most importantly within yourself!

          Implementing Minimalism at Home, Office, Relationships, Activities, usage of Social Media / TV / OTTs, Community Building

          Benefits of Minimalism

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          YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4UdnW6j1PCI4SYzbAmAGQ

          Website- https://shwethakrish.com

          11 min
        • Art of Mini Retirements | Interview with Praveen Ashok- PD19

          Today we have with us Praveen Ashok

          Praveen Ashok’s rendezvous with nature started a few years ago when he set out to look for birds with his photography equipment for company. Since then, there has been no looking back. 

          He is an HR professional, but while not at work or on a nature escapade, he loves to engage with people, especially children, by conducting awareness sessions on nature and wildlife, specifically birds. He along with his friend and spouse recently formed the Hollow Bones Trust, a non-profit education initiative focused on birds and nature exploration.

          A seeker as he would like to call himself, did attempt a year long career break to pursue his passion in the field of Nature & Wildlife. To fund his projects, he takes up wedding photography projects.

          Highlights of the Talk:

          • His journey into Photography
          • Exploring the genres of Wildlife and Wedding Photography
          • His experience of taking a break and pursuing his passion for Travel and Photography
          • Learning and Challenges on his Solopreneur journey
          • Concept of Mini Retirements 
          • Wedding Photography experience -Gear
          • Wildlife Photography experience - Gear
          • Hollow Bones Initiative for the young minds - Workshop, Age criteria
          • Favorite Wildlife photo-shoot locations
          • Cycling and upcoming Motorcycle expedition
          • Experience during the Pandemic
          • Wellbeing
          • Praveen can be reached at [email protected]

            1. Hollow Bones Trust: http://hollowbones.in/ ; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollowbones.in/

            2. Nature & Wildlife: http://www.lenstrails.com/ ; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lenstrails/

            3. Wedding Photography: http://www.time-lapsestudios.com/ ; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timelapsestudios/


            You can follow me on on the below handles:

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            Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/shwethackrish/

            LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/shwethakrish/

            YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4UdnW6j1PCI4SYzbAmAGQ

            Website- https://shwethakrish.com

            1 hr
          • Reflections and Memories | Interview with Sneha and Vinod- PD18

            Today we have with us Sneha and Vinod from Pixel Reflections

            A passion driven freelance photography venture that believes in creating memories for your loved ones. A couple who believe that it is important to have the right balance between capturing candid moments and making some creative portraits on your big day.


            Highlights of the Talk:

            • Exploring Photography as a Career Avenue
            • Challenges while taking up Photography
            • Exploring Wedding Photography 
            • Pixel Reflections
            • Candid Photography Vs Traditional Photography
            • Woman Photographers in Wedding Photography Genre
            • Favorite Photo Shoots over the years
            • Key pointers for Beginners
            • Workshops - on Basics of Photography - YouTube / Instagram
            • Gear used by Sneha and Vinod
            • Couple-preneurs - Journey and Experience
            • Guidelines for Photography
            • Productivity
            • Mobile phones taking away potential opportunities in the Photography space
            • Experience during the Pandemic
            • Wellbeing
            • Sneha and Vinod can be reached at [email protected]

              1. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PixelReflections/

              2. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pixelreflections/

              3. Website: https://www.pixelreflections.in/


              You can follow me on on the below handles:

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              Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/shwethackrish/

              LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/shwethakrish/

              YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4UdnW6j1PCI4SYzbAmAGQ

              Website- https://shwethakrish.com

              57 min
            • Know Yourself by Your Handwriting | Interview with Hemavathy BN- PD17

              Today we have with us Hemavathy BN

              She is Physiotherapist and an Handwriting analyst. For a person who lost half her leg in an accident when she was 3 years old, she has been an utter inspiration for many a people in how she has shaped her career and created a wonderful independent life for herself amidst all odds.

              Articles have been written on her achievements in the Newspapers-Times of India, Vijaya Karnataka

              She has been interviewed by TV channels -Doordarshan chandanan, Etv,

              She has been honoured by the government of karnataka with Kempegowda award and also honoured by Rotary Club Bangalore South on women's day.


              Highlights of the Talk:

              • Physiotherapy - Hema's journey
              • Personal Challenges and Learnings
              • Working with disabled children
              • Being a Handwriting Analyst
              • Incorporating Handwriting into Physiotherapy
              • Solopreneur Journey - Challenges
              • Current projects
              • Wellbeing
              • Hema can be reached out at [email protected]


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                LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/shwethakrish/

                YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4UdnW6j1PCI4SYzbAmAGQ

                Website- https://shwethakrish.com

                33 min
              • Business Across Borders | Interview with Raghu Shivaram- PD16

                Today we have with us Raghu Shivaram

                He is an experienced cross-border entrepreneur with a demonstrated history of working in the marketing and tech industry. Strong marketing skills coupled with a technology background specializing in Digital Marketing, Application Design/Development, Analytics, Brand Development, and Marketing Strategy.

                In 2008, co-founded Spritz, an Integrated Marketing agency headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Bangalore and Paris.

                Charter Member at TiE Silicon Valley

                Board Member of SF-Bangalore Sister Cities Initiative

                Advisor to early stage start-ups in USA and India


                Highlights of the Talk:

                • Journey of putting together Spritz in San Francisco
                • Personal challenges he faced while putting up Spritz and being in a different geographic culture
                • Legal aspects pertaining to setting up Spritz
                • Expanding business in Paris and UK
                • Collaborations and building Partner Networks across countries
                • Legal Aspects for a Cross border Entrepreneur in setting up or scaling business in other countries
                • Handling teams across countries

                  • Synergy of Traditional and Digital Marketing Services
                  • Networking and Volunteering
                  • Wellbeing
                  • Raghu can be reached out at [email protected]

                    1. Website: https://spritzsf.com/

                    2. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spritzsf/


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                    YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4UdnW6j1PCI4SYzbAmAGQ

                    Website- https://shwethakrish.com

                    1 hr 31 min
                  • Business of Travel Writing | Interview with Daniella Schoeman -PD15

                    Today we have with us Daniella Schoeman

                    Daniella Schoeman is a travel writer and content creator from South Africa. She is the founder of the travel blog, Our Soulful Travels and the content marketing agency Biz & Content Alchemy. Since 2017 she has been a part-time traveler exploring the world and writing about her experiences for own platforms as well as publications such as Culture Trip, DRIFT Travel Magazine, Luxury Lifestyle Magazine and Beau Monde Traveler. In 2020 she was appointed as the Associate Editor and senior travel and wellness writer for Rare Magazine. These associations and the resulting bylines have allowed her to work with a variety of travel brands such as airlines, hotels, tourism boards, spas, restaurants and more. Over the past 3 years she has received over $50 000 worth of sponsorships from tourism brands. Now, she has turned her attention to helping aspiring travel writers accomplish this too through her course Pitch to Travel and other educational resources. You can connect with Daniella personally in her Facebook community, Wildly Successful Travel Writers.


                    Highlights of the Talk:

                    • Importance of exploring different avenues and it is never a waste of time but an opportunity to grow
                    • With Internet, one can explore other avenues and also take up part-time engagements
                    • Daniella's journey of being a Writer
                    • Travel Writing; journey, pitching to be a travel writer, lucrative opportunities
                    • Leverage other platforms' media
                    • Journey of Our Soulful Travels
                    • Ghostwriting
                    • Entrepreneurial Challenges; Art of Saying No, Technological challenges, Timezones of Clients
                    • Working with fellow writers; team and productivity
                    • Wildly Successful Travel Writers Facebook Group
                    • Pitch to Travel Course
                    • Being Multipassionate
                    • Wellbeing
                    • Daniella can be reached out at 

                      1. Website: https://oursoulfultravels.com/

                      2. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniella_oursoulfultravels/

                      3. Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2674881679419008


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                      YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4UdnW6j1PCI4SYzbAmAGQ

                      Website- https://shwethakrish.com

                      1 hr 18 min
                    • Business of Wooden Developmental Toys | Interview with Uma and Puneet -PD14

                      Today we have with us Uma and Puneeth

                      Uma is the mother of two precious kids (after whom their brand name was coined), a boy and a girl. She is the founder of Thasvi, an Indian Montessori toy brand. When she began to research about the Montessori method of education, she learnt that there was a lack of developmental toys in India that were safe for children. With the help of her husband, Puneeth decided to launch Thasvi. Thasvi is a home grown venture dedicated to providing high quality, child safe wooden toys.

                      Highlights of the Talk:

                      • Challenges they faced which made them to start Thasvi
                      • How Montessori developmental material is different from regular toys
                      • Sourcing, Designing, Assembling of the materials
                      • Traveling challenges on the journey
                      • Artisans of India
                      • Social Entrepreneurship
                      • Children - Independence from a young age (Montessori way of learning applicable in all areas)
                      • Entrepreneurial journey 
                      • Surviving and learnings during the Pandemic
                      • Being grateful
                      • Wellbeing
                      • Productivity while being Parents and Entrepreneurs
                      • Uma and Puneeth can be reached out at [email protected]

                        1. Website: https://www.thasvi.com/

                        2. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thasvi_toys/

                        3. Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thasviwoodentoys/


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                        YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4UdnW6j1PCI4SYzbAmAGQ

                        Website- https://shwethakrish.com


                        1 hr 12 min
                      • Business of Joyful Creation | Interview with Shailaja Vishwanath -PD13

                        Today we have with us Shailaja Vishwanath

                        Shailaja is a blog and social media coach with over 13 years of blogging experience. Her website, Blogging and Social Media Simplified, aims to simplify the art of content creation down to easy-to-comprehend bytes of information. Her intention is to help creators grow a loyal audience of engaged readers, clients and customers while tapping into their passion. She conducts 1-on-1 coaching sessions, group calls and webinars together with courses and e-books to help people find that special spark and enjoy the work that they do.

                        Highlights of the Talk:

                        • Learnings from being a Freelancer, Subject Matter Expert, Writer, Editor
                        • Practical Approach for exploring a Passion
                        • Blogging Journey
                        • Steps to start a business
                        • Need to have a blog for any business
                        • Learnings from being a Solopreneur
                        • Learnings from being a Mompreneur
                        • Rest | Reset | Rejuvenate
                        • 7 Day Blog Reboot Program, Sessions which Shailaja conducts
                        • Authentic Connections 
                        • Women Entrepreneurs Support Group
                        • Art of Joyful Creation
                        • Tiny Habits - https://tinyhabits.com/join/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=tiny_habits_a_daily_writing_challenge_for_2021&utm_term=2021-01-31

                        • Shailaja Vishwanath can be reached out at [email protected]

                          1.Website: https://shailajav.com/

                          2. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shailajav/

                          3. Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/shailajawriter

                          4. Twitter: https://twitter.com/shyvish

                          5. Pinterest:  https://www.pinterest.com/shyvish/

                          6. YouTube: ShailajaV

                          7. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shailajav/


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                          Website- https://shwethakrish.com

                          1 hr 36 min

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                        Ever felt like that it is time to chuck the 9-5 job and start your own business.