Join us in this episode as our guest Sid Shankar, explains his journey from being risk averse to someone who thrives in and enjoys risk. He shares his experiences in getting people to use the rewards debit card on the streets of San Francisco. His narratives highlight that micro failures are essential on your way to macro success. He also touches on how seeing his children fail and persevere as they started discovering the world, got him to introspect and open up to taking risks and be more forgiving of himself when he fails.

In this episode we sit down with James Ferguson, the CEO of Immutable.  James walks us through his previous business endeavors and why speed is essential in business. He warns us about speculative investments, the cost of bad hire. We talk about AI & Blockchain and listen till the very end for James's book recommendations.

In this episode we sit down with Kazi Zaman, a tech veteran who's been through the ups and downs of the industry. He'll be sharing stories of his own failures and the valuable lessons he learned from them. From the importance of configuration to the dangers of not doing anything, Kazi will be sharing insights that will make you think twice about the way you approach your work. Ever wonder how Yahoo! News was able to stay online on 9/11 when others couldn't? Kazi will be sharing the secrets behind their BCPR strategy. Plus, he'll be shedding light on the hidden pitfalls of the cloud and how to navigate them. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode on the importance of understanding the intricacies of technology.

Are you ready to break the silence on mental health in the workplace? Our guest, Raymond Arifianto, is here to do just that. As a successful tech industry veteran, Raymond shares his personal journey with mental health challenges and the impact they had on his career. He candidly talks about the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and how it's okay to admit when you're not okay. He reflects on how he took things too personally earlier in his career, particularly when it came to game launches, and the importance of learning to separate yourself from your work. Raymond encourages listeners to prioritize self-care and to make mental health a priority in order to be able to take care of those around us. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that will challenge the status quo and change the way we think about mental health in the workplace.

Join us for a candid conversation with Kris Treytl, a seasoned HR professional who's not afraid to share her tales of failure. From the differences between the written and practiced culture to the rat race of corporate climbing, Kris shares her unique perspective on the challenges faced in the workplace. She'll be talking about the disconnect between one's self-perceived value and the value they bring to the table. And she'll be doing it all in her own inimitable style. This is not your typical "lessons learned" podcast, it's a no-holds-barred look at the ups and downs of a career in the corporate world. If you're looking for a dose of reality and a good laugh, this is the episode for you.

Are you ready to learn the secrets of building a winning team? Look no further than our guest, Arun Rao, a seasoned game industry professional with a wealth of experience in building and leading successful teams. Arun shares his insights on the importance of hiring the right people for the job and fostering a culture of teamwork. Using the example of a game he built in college with his team mates, Arun illustrates the power of a strong team and the impact it can have on the success of a project. He also delves into the importance of intellectual honesty and how it led him to secure a scholarship for his masters. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to build a strong team and foster a culture of collaboration and success but via lessons learnt from failures.

In this episode, our guest Gautham shares insights on successful leadership and organizational transformation. Learn how to clearly articulate your 'why' and achieve desired business outcomes while empowering your teams to drive success. Gautham stresses the importance of introspection and taking the time to reflect before responding. He also talks about how failure can be a valuable learning opportunity for the entire organization. Embracing and celebrating failures is one of the key ways to transform an organization, according to Gautham. 

In this episode our guest Curt Cullens delves into the importance of setting clear guidelines and expectations in the early stages of a company's formation, and how it can make tough conversations down the road easier. We also discuss the role of failure in entrepreneurship and the value of understanding risks and knowing when to call it quits. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion on the keys to business success.

In this week's episode as we chat with Hassan Ali about the ups and downs of a NASA mission to ISS. From the unexpected death of fruit flies on the mission to the importance of understanding both success and failure, Hassan shares insights on the unpredictable nature of failure in orbit. But it's not all doom and gloom - Hassan also discusses the concept of "real luck" and the role it plays in his work. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation about what it takes to thrive in the unknown.

In this episode, Roopa Kumar discusses the importance of failure and self care in achieving success. She argues that successes can lead to failure if we become too focused on our past achievements and fail to continue pushing ourselves forward.  She also emphasizes the importance of humility, which she believes can come through experiencing failure. Additionally, Roopa emphasizes the importance of self care and investing in ourselves in order to maintain the energy and focus needed to continue striving for success.