The Brand Called You

In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, Ashutosh Garg sits down with Dennis O'Shea, Founder and CEO of Mobile Mentor, a global leader in the Microsoft partner ecosystem.

Recorded in Nashville, Tennessee, Dennis O'Shea shares more than 20 years of experience in technology and entrepreneurship, discussing the evolution of mobile technology, the crucial balance between security and productivity, and the impact of Gen Z on the workplace.

Discover why 95% of AI deployments fail to deliver meaningful results, what separates successful AI strategies from experimentation, and why going passwordless should be a priority for organizations.

Dennis O'Shea also explores the essentials of a Zero Trust cybersecurity model, how Gen Z can either propel or compromise an organization, and which skills professionals need to remain effective in an AI-first world.

Whether you're a business leader, technologist, or simply curious about the future of work, this episode offers practical wisdom and leadership lessons for navigating the AI era.

With a remarkable career spanning India and the U.S., Anu Seam shares her journey from growing up in a family of lawyers to building a distinguished career across private practice, government, and corporate law.

In this episode, she offers valuable insights into leadership, the evolving intersection of technology and law, the opportunities and challenges facing women in the legal profession, and the importance of pro bono work and giving back.

Anu Seam also discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on the legal profession, the need for ethical frameworks around emerging technologies, her love for the mountains, and why storytelling is an essential leadership tool.

Whether you are a legal professional, technology enthusiast, aspiring leader, or simply someone interested in inspiring stories of impact and service, this episode offers valuable wisdom and practical insights.

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Join us for a captivating conversation on The Brand Called You with Christoph von Toggenburg, humanitarian diplomat, global impact executive, and author of War, Love, Hope: Humanity and Hope from the Frontlines of War.

Discover the defining thread connecting Christoph’s extraordinary life experiences—from cycling 10,000 kilometres from India to Switzerland to negotiating with warlords and leading humanitarian missions in some of the world’s most dangerous regions.

This episode explores Christoph’s unique insights into humanity amid violence, the lessons of conflict, the power of dialogue, the emotional toll of humanitarian work, and the true meaning of courage, resilience, and purpose.

Whether you are interested in leadership, humanitarian work, resilience, or stories from the frontlines, this conversation offers powerful insights and thought-provoking lessons.

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Welcome to a thought-provoking episode of The Brand Called You!

In this conversation, Ashutosh Garg is joined by Amul S. Bahl, Founder of Shraddha HRD and Director of Yogic Naturals, for an insightful discussion on the intersection of consciousness, culture, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

Explore how ancient Vedantic principles can be applied to modern management and discover practical approaches to building high-performance organizational cultures.

The conversation covers powerful leadership metaphors, the enduring patterns of human behavior amid technological change, and the role of consciousness in developing stronger leaders and organizations.

The episode also explores Amul Bahl’s books, Driving Fundamentals, Living Essentials and Rahasya of the Hanuman Chalisa, offering thought-provoking insights into personal growth, inner strength, resilience, and professional development.

Whether you are a business leader, entrepreneur, professional, or seeker of wisdom, this conversation offers actionable ideas and timeless perspectives on leadership and life.

Stay tuned until the end for Amul Bahl’s memorable CLASS acronym and its message for life and leadership.

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In this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You, we welcome Swati Sinha, Executive Coach & Creator of NeuroAuthority™; Founder, Sakhi for Life.

Hosted by Ashutosh Garg, the conversation explores Swati’s remarkable journey—from being the first girl in her family to attend an English-medium, co-educational school to building a successful corporate career and becoming a leadership coach and founder.

Swati shares insights into imposter syndrome, leadership patterns, neuroscience, executive coaching, and sustainable transformation. She explains why many leadership challenges are rooted not in a lack of skills, but in deeper patterns that influence behaviour and performance.

The conversation also explores why some leaders reach the top of their careers yet find themselves at the edge of their capacity, the emotional challenges senior executives rarely discuss, and the barriers that continue to affect women in leadership.

Swati also shares her perspective on why women should not have to choose between career success and personal fulfilment, emphasizing prioritization rather than an impossible search for perfect balance.

Don’t miss this insightful conversation on redefining leadership, understanding human neuro-patterns, empowering women, and preparing leaders for a rapidly changing world shaped by neuroscience and AI.

In this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You, host Lisa Lipkin sits down with Eric Marcus, Executive Director of Making Gay History, journalist, podcast creator, and celebrated author.

Eric shares his journey growing up in New Jersey, his passion for collecting personal stories, and his work preserving LGBTQ+ history through oral history and storytelling.

The conversation explores the complexities of memory, truth, emotional authenticity, and intergenerational trauma, while highlighting Eric’s unique approach to interviewing people and uncovering stories that might otherwise remain unheard.

Eric explains why following the emotional thread of a conversation can reveal deeper truths, how unexpected questions can unlock powerful memories, and why the human voice can communicate layers of meaning that written words sometimes cannot.

He also reflects on the impact of personal testimony, sharing how stories can create connections across generations and continents. The episode further explores resilience, social change, LGBTQ+ history, and the importance of learning from the past while remaining hopeful about the future.

Eric also discusses upcoming projects, including a theater production and animated shorts inspired by remarkable historical testimonies.

Join Lisa Lipkin and Eric Marcus for a thought-provoking conversation about history, storytelling, authenticity, resilience, community, and hope.

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Join us for an insightful episode of The Brand Called You as Ashutosh Garg speaks with Isha Sekhri, Founder of Isha Sekhri & Associates LLP.

Discover Isha Sekhri’s journey from following her father’s footsteps into Chartered Accountancy to building her expertise in transfer pricing, FEMA, and international taxation.

In this conversation, Isha demystifies complex topics such as transfer pricing and FEMA, sharing practical compliance advice for entrepreneurs, startups, business owners, and finance professionals navigating cross-border transactions.

She also explores how globalization, tax transparency, technology, and AI are reshaping the international taxation landscape.

Beyond taxation and compliance, Isha shares valuable leadership lessons on building ownership, developing young professionals, retaining talent, and leading with empathy as a business grows.

This episode offers practical insights for anyone looking to build a globally compliant, resilient, and sustainable business.

Watch the full conversation and discover actionable insights from Isha Sekhri on The Brand Called You.

In this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You, Ashutosh Garg sits down with Ritu Sharma, IRS Officer and author of Shakti: Tales of Power and Promise.

Ritu shares fascinating memories of growing up around her ancestral Shiva temple and explores how these early spiritual experiences shaped her understanding of the Divine Feminine.

The conversation delves into the essence of Shakti, its significance in Indian spiritual traditions, and the powerful symbolism behind ancient narratives. Ritu also discusses why she chose to write her book as a journey rather than a theological commentary, making complex spiritual questions accessible to everyday readers.

The episode explores the apparent contradiction between goddess worship and gender inequality, while offering a thought-provoking perspective on how the concept of Shakti can inspire greater self-belief and empowerment.

Ritu also shares deeper insights from the story of Sati and reflects on how ancient narratives can remain relevant in contemporary life.

Whether you are familiar with Indian spirituality or encountering these concepts for the first time, this episode offers meaningful perspectives on faith, sacrifice, transformation, empowerment, self-discovery, and the enduring relevance of Shakti.

In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, we are joined by Adrian Wolfberg, author of Who Leads When AI Thinks?, founder and CEO of Organizational Insight Consulting LLC, and former U.S. intelligence professional.

Adrian shares defining moments from his leadership journey, explores the evolving role of human judgment in the age of AI, and discusses the leader’s dilemma of balancing machine capabilities with human values.

Discover why framing, judgment, learning, and orchestration will become increasingly important leadership capabilities in an AI-driven future—and why viewing AI merely as a tool is a misconception leaders must overcome.

Adrian also introduces his compelling metaphor of the human–AI dance and explains why hybrid problems require hybrid leadership.

Whether you are an executive, team leader, entrepreneur, or simply interested in the future of work, this episode offers valuable perspectives on leadership, decision-making, and the evolving relationship between humans and AI.

Unlock the secrets to loving your profit and building a truly successful business!

In this episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Kirsten Graham, CEO of Six Figure Business Coaching, to discuss practical strategies for financial empowerment, effective bookkeeping, and building systems that drive real business growth.

Drawing on decades of experience in real estate, mortgages, and mentoring entrepreneurs, Kirsten shares valuable insights into avoiding common financial mistakes and transforming the way entrepreneurs think about profit.

Discover why bookkeeping is more than an administrative task, how financial clarity can boost your confidence, and what actionable steps you can take this week to better understand your business’s profit story.

• The journey from entrepreneurship to financial empowerment

• What “loving your profit” truly means

• The biggest financial mistakes entrepreneurs make—and how to avoid them

• Turning financial reports into powerful decision-making tools

• The importance of systems, automation, and strategic outsourcing

• How financial clarity can lead to bolder business decisions

• One practical action to better understand your profit story