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The Startup Journey: From Idea to Exit | Chad Price| #TGV352
"The entrepreneur is essentially a visualizer and an actualizer. He converts his dreams into reality."
~Victor Kiam
Tune into #TGV3xx to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the timestamp-based pointers from Chad's conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding Voice
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION AND CONTEXT SETTING
0:03:12 Chad’s PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY AND THE TOP 3 THINGS THAT HELPED IN His/Her SUCCESS
0:05:45 How does Chad manage different types of businesses - how to switch contexts as the models are different?
0:07:58 What kind of research does he perform?
0:10:00 Tips around raising capital for Startups
0:14:00 Mistakes to avoid while raising capital
0:17:00 WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS
0:20:00 ONE PIECE OF ADVICE TO THOSE ASPIRING TO MAKE BIG IN THEIR CAREERS
0:23:30 TRIVIA ABOUT Venture Capital
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Chad is a serial entrepreneur with over ten years of experience in multiple industries. His most notable company, Kettlebell Kings, was started from scratch and now it is a multimillion-dollar, Fortune 5000, and international company. He is also a former student-athlete that graduated from Rice University with an extensive background in all sports. Additionally, He’s a Hemp and cannabis advocate that owns a lifestyle brand, Life Grows Green, which promotes health and wellness using all-natural ingredients and hemp products.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-price-16a406140/
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Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala
http://www.naveensamala.com
If you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypal
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TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 is available on Amazon:
Kindle:
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Paperback:
https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj
#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:
https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi
https://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu
Audio:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3 (#tgvhindi)
https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I (#tgvtelugu)
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#startup, #entrepreneur, #entrepreneurship, #startupadvice, #startuptips, #startupsuccess, #serialentrepreneur, #startupfounder, #startupjourney, #startuplife
Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net
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Leadership for the 21st Century: Connect with Employees in a Digital Age | Melissa Boggs | #TGV351
"The best leaders are those who build bridges, not walls."
~J.R.D. Tata
Tune into #TGV351 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the timestamp-based pointers from Melissa Boggs’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding Voice
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION AND CONTEXT SETTING
0:03:00 Challenges resolved by her as a co-CEO of Scrum Alliance?
0:06:00 Why agile adoption has increased in the last decade and a half?
0:09:00 What is true servant leadership in her opinion?
0:12:45 Melissa’s PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY AND THE TOP 3 THINGS THAT HELPED IN His/Her SUCCESS
0:16:45 How to bridge the gap between leadership and employees?
0:20:18 What companies should do to design employee experience?
0:22:00 About certifications Dare to Lead Trained (DTL), Training from the Back of the Room Trained (TBR), Certified LeSS Practitioner (CLP)
0:25:00 About her podcast: "Wild Hearts at Work". Why did she start - who in the audience?
0:28:00 What has been her best episode as a podcaster?
0:30:00 Why was she described as a "spitfire", a "calming force" and "an unapologetic rebel"?
0:32:30 WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS
0:35:00 ONE PIECE OF ADVICE TO THOSE ASPIRING TO MAKE BIG IN THEIR CAREERS
0:38:30 TRIVIA ABOUT Millenials
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Melissa Boggs is a keynote speaker, leadership coach, and employee experience designer. She is the host of the “Wild Hearts at Work” podcast, redefining our relationship with work through stories and conversations with those challenging the status quo of today’s workplace.
Melissa is the former Co-CEO of Scrum Alliance, with a background in leadership, business, and product development.
Connect with the guest:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-boggs/
CONNECT with Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala
http://www.naveensamala.com
If you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypal
https://paypal.me/NaveenSamla
If you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll for this course: https://www.udemy.com/course/productivitymonk/
TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 is on Amazon:
Kindle:
https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC
Paperback:
https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj
#TGV is in Hindi & Telugu:
https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi
https://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu
Audio:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3
https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I
TWITTER:
@guidingvoice
#powerofcommunication #employee experience
Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net
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Ft. youngest speaker of all time on The Guiding Voice platform
Ageless Ambitions: Redefining Success Beyond Numbers | Hasini Lakshminarayanan | #TGV350
Age is merely a milestone in the remarkable journey of life, where wisdom, experience, and resilience become the fuel that propels us to achieve greatness
Tune into #TGV350 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the timestamp-based pointers from Hasini Lakshminarayanan’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding Voice
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION AND FIRST RAPID-FIRE ROUND
0:05:10 Hasini’s PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY AND THE TOP 3 THINGS THAT HELPED IN her SUCCESS
0:09:15 What inspired her to pursue her passions and achieve success at such a young age?
0:13:00 Many people believe that age can be a limiting factor in achieving success. How did she deal with this belief?
0:19:00 Challenges or obstacles that she has faced due to her age, and how did she overcome them?
0:23:00 An experience where she faced setbacks or challenges and how she reframed them as learning opportunities?
0:27:00 How has her perspective on failure influenced her approach to new endeavors or projects?
0:31:00 WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS
0:36:00 ONE PIECE OF ADVICE to other young individuals who may feel restricted by their age in pursuing their dreams
0:40:30 TRIVIA ABOUT successful leaders that started young.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Hasini Lakshminarayanan is a 14-year-old entrepreneur who is inspiring millions across the globe.
Connect with Hasini:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasinilakshminarayanan/
CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:
Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala
http://www.naveensamala.com
If you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypal
https://paypal.me/NaveenSamla
If you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll for this course: https://www.udemy.com/course/productivitymonk/
TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 is available on Amazon:
Kindle:
https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC
Paperback:
https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj
#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:
https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi
https://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu
Audio:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3
https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I
FOLLOW ON TWITTER:
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@naveensamala
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Campus to corporate: Bridging the GAP with confidence | Rati Agarwal | #TGV349
Success is not just about making the transition from campus to corporate; it's about embracing the journey, seizing opportunities, and unleashing your true potential in the corporate world
Tune into #TGV349 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the timestamp-based pointers from Rati Agarwal’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding Voice
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION AND CONTEXT SETTING
0:03:15 Rati’s PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY AND THE TOP 3 THINGS THAT HELPED IN Her SUCCESS
0:05:15 What are the top 3 things to focus on while transitioning from Campus to corporate?
0:07:10 Mistakes that students commit during the transition?
0:09:00 What groundwork should students do before approaching campus interviews?
0:11:00 Observations during her interactions with the students?
0:13:00 What does it feel like to be a brand ambassador for a company?
0:15:00 WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS
0:18:00 ONE PIECE OF ADVICE TO THOSE ASPIRING TO MAKE BIG IN THEIR CAREERS
0:20:30 TRIVIA ABOUT Interesting interview questions
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Ms. Rati Agarwal. She is currently working in Capgemini as an L&D Product Owner of Cloud and its Brand Ambassador. With over 14 years of progressive experience in e-Learning, Training, and Education-Management, she enjoys being into multitasking with the various roles of Subject Guide, Author, Advisory Member, Subject Expert & Panelist in various programs, and Independent Consultant with multiple organizations.
She leverages a strong background in interacting with students as she started her career as a Professor in an Engineering College and later moved to corporate.
She has authored books and presented various international research papers.
Connect with Rati:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/agarwalrati/
CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala
http://www.naveensamala.com
If you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypal
https://paypal.me/NaveenSamla
If you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll for this course: https://www.udemy.com/course/productivitymonk/
TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 is available on Amazon:
Kindle:
https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC
Paperback:
https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj
#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:
https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi
https://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu
Audio:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3
https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I
FOLLOW ON TWITTER:
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Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net
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From Vision to Venture: Global Entrepreneurship 2023 & Beyond | Fouad Sader | #TGV348
"The future of global entrepreneurship lies in the hands of those who dare to dream, innovate, and relentlessly pursue their ambitions"
Tune into #TGV348 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the timestamp-based pointers from Fouad’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding Voice
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION AND CONTEXT SETTING
0:03:15 Fouad’s PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY AND THE TOP 3 THINGS THAT HELPED IN his SUCCESS
0:05:00 A few anecdotes personal journey as an entrepreneur, including the ups and downs that he’s experienced.
0:07:20 Current economic landscape and how it presents unique opportunities for entrepreneurs.
0:10:00 Examples of industries and niches that are ripe for disruption and growth.
0:15:00 Challenges and advantages that young people face when starting a business.
0:19:00 How to take the leap on the entrepreneurial journey?
0:23:00 Importance of resilience and persistence in the face of setbacks.
0:27:00 WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS
0:32:00 The ways that starting and running a business can transform a person's life, and provide a few steps to get started today.
0:38:00 TRIVIA ABOUT The two top business leaders
ABOUT THE GUEST:
In a quick round-up, here’s all that Fouad loves - taking on unique challenges, giving ideas a form, and fuelling business growth.
Specifically, he leverages his expertise in strategy, technology, and project management to help businesses reach unprecedented heights.
Across 4x ventures, 2x exits, and years of experience in entrepreneurship, strategy, management, and building teams–unique and diverse business challenges have become his passion.
Connect with Fouad:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sader/
CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala
If you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypal
https://paypal.me/NaveenSamla
If you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll for this course: https://www.udemy.com/course/productivitymonk/
TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 is available on Amazon:
Kindle:
https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC
Paperback:
https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj
#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:
https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi
https://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu
Audio:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3
https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I
FOLLOW ON TWITTER:
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Unleashing Your Inner Leader: Empowering Self-Recharge for Inspirational Leadership | Chet Hirani | #TGV347
"True leadership begins by looking within, finding the strength to recharge, and embracing the power to take charge and inspire others to greatness"
Tune into #TGV347 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the timestamp-based pointers from Chet Hirani’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding Voice
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION AND CONTEXT SETTING
0:03:15 Chet’s PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY AND THE TOP 3 THINGS THAT HELPED IN His SUCCESS
0:05:15 Toughest lessons learned as an entrepreneur
0:07:15 Bike ride experience, that changed his perspective on life
0:10:18 The FIVE(5) States of Optimisation
0:13:00 How to master planning, productivity, people, prospect, and performance?
0:17:00 About Not your ordinary coach.com - why he started this?
0:20:00 Instances of how Chet’s coaching helped executive achieve greater productivity
0:24:00 About Chet’s podcast and the most exciting episode ever
0:27:00 WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS
0:31:00 ONE PIECE OF ADVICE TO THOSE ASPIRING TO MAKE BIG IN THEIR CAREERS
0:34:30 TRIVIA ABOUT Cars
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Chet Hirani is an experienced executive performance and life coach with a background in software engineering and 20 years of corporate experience.
Chet is also a long-distance biker and martial arts trainer who embodies the warrior spirit of humility, clarity, and integrity.
Connect with Chet:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chethirani/
Ted Talk – https://youtu.be/Zo3WBRE5MCE
Website – www.notyourordinarycoach.com
Blueprint Formula – https://bit.ly/3ZJgTBy
CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala
http://www.naveensamala.com
If you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypal
https://paypal.me/NaveenSamla
If you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll for this course: https://www.udemy.com/course/productivitymonk/
TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 is available on Amazon:
Kindle:
https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC
Paperback:
https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj
#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:
https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi
https://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu
Audio:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3
https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I
FOLLOW ON TWITTER:
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"From Zero to Hero: The Entrepreneur's Journey of Transformation" | Raina Khatri | #TGV346
"The true measure of an entrepreneur's success lies not in where they started, but in how far they've come and the impact they've made along the way."
Tune into #TGV346 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the timestamp-based pointers from Raina's conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding Voice
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION AND CONTEXT SETTING
0:03:30 Raina’s PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY AND THE TOP 3 THINGS THAT HELPED IN Her SUCCESS
0:06:30 Toughest lessons learned in her entrepreneurship journey
0:08:30 How does she manage time? Does she have 48 hours in a day?
0:13:00 How to become someone from no one?
0:16:00 Who has inspired her to take up challenges and rise in her career?
0:19:00 What are the Important attributes that entrepreneurs should instill in them?
0:22:00 WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS
0:25:00 ONE PIECE OF ADVICE TO THOSE ASPIRING TO MAKE BIG IN THEIR CAREERS
0:27:00 TRIVIA ABOUT the Richest female entrepreneurs
ABOUT THE GUEST:
A Diverse Unique Tedx Gateway Speaker, Ms. Raina Khatri Tandon wears many hats as a Consultant, she is into Women's & Children's Rights, Limitless Enabler, a Keynote speaker, and an Inclusive leader in creating inclusive workplaces.
Connect with her:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/raina-khatri-tandon/
CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:
Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala
http://www.naveensamala.com
If you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypal
https://paypal.me/NaveenSamla
If you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll for this course: https://www.udemy.com/course/productivitymonk/
TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 is available on Amazon:
Kindle:
https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC
Paperback:
https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj
#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:
https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi
https://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu
Audio:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3
https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I
FOLLOW ON TWITTER:
@guidingvoice
@naveensamala
#ZeroToHero, #EntrepreneurJourney, #TransformationStory, #EntrepreneurLife, #SuccessStory, #BusinessGrowth
Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net
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This is another episode from the #TGV Corporate Diva Series.
Unveiling the Essence: Decoding the Meaning of Leadership | Deepthi Bonta | #TGV345
"Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge." - Simon Sinek
Tune into #TGV345 to get clarity on the topic: Unveiling the Essence: Decoding the Meaning of Leadership. Here are the timestamp-based pointers from Deepthi’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding Voice
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION AND CONTEXT SETTING
0:03:00 Deepthi's PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY AND THE TOP 3 THINGS THAT HELPED IN His/Her SUCCESS
0:05:00 What is leadership in Deepthi's opinion
0:07:00 Who are her Role models - people that inspired through their leadership
0:09:00 How does she learn from the younger generation?
0:11:00 What are the Leadership traits of a successful leader
0:13:00 Her Advise to the future leaders
0:15:00 WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS
0:17:00 ONE PIECE OF ADVICE TO THOSE ASPIRING TO MAKE BIG IN THEIR CAREERS
0:18:00 TRIVIA ABOUT Leadership Styles
ABOUT THE GUEST:
18+ years of IT experience and possess a good amount of functional background and extensive experience in managing client base across the globe in Compliance & Project Management roles. A Technology Risk Advisory & Process based experience professional working across a number of industry verticals (Banking, technology, healthcare, others). Deepthi specializes in IT internal audits, IT Process Reviews, SOC1/2 Reviews, Third Party Risk assessments (TPRM).
At Accenture, she had the opportunity to work on Application Compliance catering to apps supporting SAP & Non SAP. Conducted Internal assessments on some of the client's critical apps, issue remediation, and closure.
Connect with her:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepthi-bonta-13771744/
CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala
If you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypal
https://paypal.me/NaveenSamla
If you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll for this course: https://www.udemy.com/course/productivitymonk/
TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 is available on Amazon:
Kindle:
https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC
Paperback:
https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj
#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:
https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi
https://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu
Audio:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3
https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I
Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net
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HOW TO INCULCATE BUSINESS MINDSET AND GROW AS AN ENTREPRENEUR | Will Bssta | #TGV344
"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts" -
~Winston Churchill
Tune into #TGV344 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the timestamp-based pointers from Will Basta’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding Voice
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION AND CONTEXT SETTING
0:03:12 Will’s PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY AND THE TOP 3 THINGS THAT HELPED IN His/Her SUCCESS
0:07:18 Toughest lessons learned in your entrepreneurship journey
0:10:00 How to inculcate a business mindset?
0:13:10 How to identify opportunities, ups, and downs on the way to succeed?
0:16:30 How do you leverage historic data from client performance to predict new products and moves?
0:19:00 Actionable advice, tips, and techniques on how to start, run and grow your business.
0:21:00 WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS
0:23:00 ONE PIECE OF ADVICE TO THOSE ASPIRING TO MAKE BIG IN THEIR CAREERS
0:24:30 TRIVIA ABOUT e-Commerce
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Will Basta is an 8-figure E-Commerce Entrepreneur, Innovator, and Venture Capitalist disrupting the E-Commerce industry.
With over 2 years in the business, Ascend Ecom is a company comprising 400+ clients, two warehouses in Dallas, and 400+ employees seasoned E-Commerce professionals with over a decade of experience in tech, logistics, and operations, generating over 75 million in revenue for their clients.
Connect with Will Basta on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wbasta/
CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:
Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala
http://www.naveensamala.com
If you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypal
https://paypal.me/NaveenSamla
If you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll for this course: https://www.udemy.com/course/productivitymonk/
TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 is available on Amazon:
Kindle:
https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC
Paperback:
https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj
#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:
https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi
https://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu
Audio:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3
https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I
Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net
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How to become a best-selling author on Amazon? | Steve Kidd | #TGV343
Is traditional publishing good for you?
"A book is a dream that you hold in your hand"
~Neil Gaiman
Tune into #TGV343 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the timestamp-based pointers from Steve Kidd’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding Voice
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION AND CONTEXT SETTING
0:03:15 Steve’s PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY AND THE TOP 3 THINGS THAT HELPED IN His SUCCESS
0:05:45 Toughest lessons learned in his entrepreneurship journey
0:07:45 His journey as an author - what kind of challenges did he face during 1st book?
0:09:00 What is an Amazon best-seller, why would I want it, and what is it good for?
0:12:45 How does ONE become a Bestselling Author?
0:16:30 What is the fallacy of traditional publishing?
0:19:00 How to discover your next level and achieve it
0:21:00 WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS
0:24:30 ONE PIECE OF ADVICE TO THOSE ASPIRING TO MAKE BIG IN THEIR CAREERS
0:26:30 TRIVIA ABOUT an Irish poet and playwright oscar wilde
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Steve Kidd is a #1 international best-selling author, a 3rd generation minister, and a business coach for over 30 years.
In fact, he made his first sales when he was only five years old!
He also hosts a weekly radio show called Thriving Entrepreneur.
If you want insight into trends, projects, and opportunities, and you are also looking for powerful clarity that compassionately unleashes passion, Steve is your guy!
Connect with Steve on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-kidd-90236655/
CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala
http://www.naveensamala.com
If you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypal
https://paypal.me/NaveenSamla
If you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll for this course: https://www.udemy.com/course/productivitymonk/
TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 is on Amazon:
Kindle:
https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC
Paperback:
https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj
#TGV is in Hindi & Telugu:
https://youtube.com/@tgvhindi
https://youtube.com/@tgvtelugu
Audio:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3
https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I
TWITTER:
@guidingvoice
@naveensamala
Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net
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From the publisher's feed
Asia’s Best Podcast Awardee 2024 (Education Category) & Winner of the CSI Corporate Excellence…
The Guiding Voice (TGV) sparks conversations that simplify success and amplify human potential. We bring the world’s most inspiring leaders, innovators, creators, and changemakers together to share practical wisdom that transforms lives and careers.
Our mission is bold and clear: to impact millions globally and help create a world driven by knowledge, empathy, and purpose.
TGV has been a proud finalist in
• HT Smartcast Podmasters Awards 2024
• Hubhopper Awards 2022 & 2024
We publish 1 high‑impact episode every week(Starting March 2026):
Personality development • Self-help • Leadership • Soft skills • Well-being • Technology trends • Digital transformation • Entrepreneurship • Future of work
At times, we also release powerful weekend specials exploring themes such as:
LGBTQ+ support • Sex education • Sanatan culture • Psychedelics • Neurodiversity • ADHD • Body shaming • Infertility • Bold social conversations
Each episode blends entertainment and enlightenment—with rapid-fire questions that delight and a trivia segment that enriches.
Our guests come from every corner of the world, spanning diverse domains and generations.
From a 9-year-old world’s youngest storyteller to a 91-year-old novelist, screenwriter, and wordsmith, every voice brings a unique life journey and powerful insights.
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Our remarkable journey and insights from 22 thought leaders are captured in our coffee table book:
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Also Tune into Naveen’s TEDx talk “Persistence of 1,610 Days and Beyond” highlights his journey of unwavering consistency and the life-changing power of small, persistent steps. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KOVImd72HRQ
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