The Guiding Voice

Visual Story Telling to enhance your brand value | #TGV213

“The purpose of a storyteller is not to tell you how to think, but to give you questions to think upon”

~Brandon Sanderson

GENRE: Storytelling, Visual Storytelling, Illustration, Content Creation, Content Writing, and Social Media

This episode #TGV213 brings you an opportunity to meet an extraordinary persona, she has deeply dived into the ocean of content marketing and found a pearl of Storytelling.

Don't miss listening to her story of Visual Storytelling, which can create a huge impact on content marketing.

Here is a gist of the interview with the timestamps from Naveen Samala's conversation with Aishwarya Dey:

0:00:00 Guest Introduction

0:02:40 The three life learnings

0:04:29 The Connect between people and brands

0:05:20 What is Visual Storytelling about?

0:06:40 What made Aishwarya start Visual Storytelling?

0:07:55 The Challenges

0:08:24 Some tips for Content Creators

0:09:01 Witty answers to rapid-fire questions

0:11:12 A piece of advice to people trying to build their brand

0:13:54 Trivia time

ABOUT THE GUEST:

Aishwarya Dey Freelance Content Writer, Visual Storyteller & Illustrator Aishwarya entertain social media with her content, helping businesses establish their brands. She does illustration and Visual Storytelling to make it even more intriguing.

CONNECT WITH AISHWARYA ON LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aishwaryadey24/

CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS ON LINKEDIN:

Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/naveensamala

Sudhakar Nagandla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvsudhakar

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Disrupting Businesses through Digital & How employees can thrive in Digital world | #TGV212

“WHEN DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IS DONE RIGHT, IT’S LIKE A CATERPILLAR TURNING INTO A BUTTERFLY BUT WHEN DONE WRONG, ALL YOU HAVE IS A REALLY FAST CATERPILLAR”

~George Westerman

Transformation in the Digital Era, Role of Digital and Analytics in the business growth, Disruptive Economy, Business Evolution and Transformation through Technology Technology

Tune in to episode #TGV212 to learn and get inspired from a Digital leader’s perspective on Digital Evolution.

Here is a gist of the interview with the timestamps from Naveen Samala's conversation with Tushar Zade:

0:00:00 Guest Introduction – Tushar Zade

0:03:20 Career Journey

0:11:19 A view of the Tushar’s childhood

0:14:52 Digital helping business thrive in the disruptive economy

0:22:05 A day in the CIO/CDO’s life

0:26:04 Traits to enter the C-Suite

0:33:27 Motivation to be on the move

0:36:04 Witty answers to Rapid fire questions

0:38:23 A piece of advice from Tushar to turn dreams into reality 0:40:41 Tushar surprises the host

0:44:21 Trivia about Guinness record

ABOUT THE GUEST:

Tushar Zade (CIO & CDO – Aurigene Pharmaceutical Services Limited) Tushar is a Digital Transformation leader with over 12 years of experience across Media, Management consulting, Healthcare and Pharmaceutical.

With his innovative ideologies he has leaded large scale transformational initiatives yielding multifold growth to businesses.

He is a recipient of multiple awards, to name a few: 40 under 40, Indian Achievers, The Global Choice Award – CDO of the year, Trendsetter CIO & Innovative CIO.

CONNECT WITH TUSHAR ON LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tusharzade/

CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS ON LINKEDIN:

Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/naveensamala

Sudhakar Nagandla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvsudhakar

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@guidingvoice

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#digitalization, #business, #evolution, #transformationwithtechnology, #transformingthetechnology, #economy, #cio, #tgv, #podcast, #theguidingvoice, #careerguidance, #careergrowth, #naveensamala, #sudhakarnagandla

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Writing killer blogs that people read, 5 TIPS to become a kick-ass content creator and earn in 6 digits | Sumant Lohar | #TGV211

“We write to taste life twice, in the moment and in retrospect.”

― Anais Nin

Dear Patrons, tune in to the #TGV211 episode to know about an inspiring writer, and blogger’s journey.

 Here are the timestamp-based show notes from Naveen Samala's conversation with Sumant Lohar:

0:00:00 Start - Intro to the Guest Sumant Lohar

0:02:38 Top 3 things that contributed to Sumant’s career growth

0:06:45 Revenue in the content creation industry

0:11:16 Writing Tips for bloggers to become influencers

0:15:08 How to choose topics for writing

0:19:33 How to deal with writer's block?

0:24:48 Popular writers that inspired Sumant

0:27:45 Witty answers to Rapid Fire questions

0:32:17 One piece of advise to those planning their career in writing

0:34:30 Trivia about Writing

About the Guest:

Sumant Lohar is helping startups/ IT companies/ Brands/ Digital Agencies to enhance their business outreach through researched, SEO-friendly, industry-oriented & trending Blogs, Website Content & Articles.

He also specializes in crafting content/social media strategies for various businesses. His core strength lies in Instagram marketing, video editing, and apart from that podcasting is his new skill set. WordPress is a true inspiration for him that encouraged him to help businesses through creative content.

Connect with him on LinkedIn:

 https://www.linkedin.com/in/sumantluhar/

Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn:

Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/na…

Sudhakar Nagandla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvsudhakar

Follow on Twitter:

@guidingvoice

@naveensamala

@s_nagandla

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"The only bad workout is the one that didn't happen"

~Unknown

In #TGV210, we bring you a consistent fitness enthusiast as our speaker. Tune in NOW to understand how you can be consistent in maintaining your physical fitness.

Here are the timestamp-based show notes from Naveen Samala's conversation with Vinoda Reddy:

0:00:00 Start - Intro to the Guest

0:01:52 Her passion for fitness

0:03:05 How to plan fitness on a day-to-day basis.

0:04:52 Guidance to those who want to take the first step.

0:06:27 How to remain motivated in this journey.

0:08:40 Role of Physical Fitness in Mental Wellness.

0:09:40 Witty answers to Rapid Fire questions

0:13:13 1 piece of advice to those aspiring to get FIT

0:14:56 Interesting Trivia

About the Guest: She is a Runner, Meditator, and a great Motivator who is coaching others to lead a healthy lifestyle Also a budding Yoga instructor (not a trained instructor)

She teaches To beginners and she believes that qualifications are not needed for someone who practices daily…

She is a role model who preaches what she practices and has inspired fitness enthusiasts who started on their fitness journey.

Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn:

Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/naveensamala

Sudhakar Nagandla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvsudhakar

Follow on Twitter: @guidingvoice @naveensamala @s_nagandla #fitness, #physicalfitness, #workout, #weightloss, #burncalories, #fitnessenthusiast, #careerguidance, #tgv, #theguidingvoice, #naveensamala, #

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A product manager is a person that can communicate effectively with stakeholders as well as IT professionals. He/she is the one who is leading the strategic vision of the company and product. 

Transitioning from business analysts to product management roles is a dream of many professionals, but can you make it big in the product space even without prior experience as a business analyst? 

Let us know!

In the episode:

0:00:00 Start - INTRO  to Durga Krishnamoorthy

0:02:11 Durga’s Career journey so far

0:04:21 Reasons behind the popularity of product roles.

0:06:06 Durga’s definition of a product manager.

0:08:50 Is it mandatory to be a business analyst before stepping into product roles? 

0:10:38 Advice for business analysts aspiring to become product managers.

0:13:28 How does the Business Analyst experience help in becoming a great product manager?

0:17:33 Traits of a successful product manager.

0:19:31 Resources on Product management.

0:21:31 Witty answers to Rapid-fire questions

0:26:13 What is your one piece of advice aspiring to make big in their careers?

0:28:47 Trivia on Google Wave.

About the guest:

Durga is an experienced IT professional currently working in the Product Space.  She has a background in Software development, delivery, and operations. Besides work, she enjoys immersive reading, exploratory research, risk-taking, and challenging stereotypes. 

She is actively engaged in volunteering communities such as WICCI (India’s premier National Business chamber for women). Bala Janaagraha to educate children about civic responsibilities, Lean In, and the guiding voice platform as well. 

Connect with Durga on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/durgaproductmanagement/

Sudhakar Nagandla

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvsudhakar

Naveen Samala

https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/naveensamala

Connect with Durga on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/durgaproductownermanager/

Follow on Twitter:

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@naveensamala

@s_nagandla

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“Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.”

― John F. Kennedy.

Dear TGV audience, tune in to the #TGV208 episode to know about an inspiring leader's journey. She is curious, impactful, and a people leader.

Here are the timestamp-based show notes from Naveen Samala's conversation with Gauri Bhanjar (Butti) :

0:00:00 Start - Intro to the Guest

0:02:27 Career Journey of the Guest

0:04:35 Journey of TGV

0:06:01 Impact of Edtech on the corporate world

0:11:32 How should employees approach these L&D programs

0:16:30 Concept Of Friday Learning Hours

0:19:24 Multi-generational workforce

0:22:43 Witty answers to Rapid Fire questions

0:25:30 The final advise

0:28:05 Trivia about Learning

About the Guest:

Results-Oriented Leadership and Management Training Professional with 18 years of rich experience in IT/ Pharma. A Global Talent professional who is passionate about developing and transforming talent and organizations.

Harrison Assessment Practitioner -Certified

Korn Ferry Assessment Leadership Potential- certified

Hogan Certified

DIsC International Practitioner - Certified

Certified Practitioner MBTI Step I and II from CPP International

Certified Trainer, Situational Leadership II from Ken Blanchard Companies

Certified Trainer, Communicaid INC.

Connect with her on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gauri-bhanjar-butti-she-her-7450207/

Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn:

Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/na…

Sudhakar Nagandla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvsudhakar

Follow on Twitter:

@guidingvoice

@naveensamala

@s_nagandla

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In #TGV207, we bring you a bold and great influential speaker. 

Tune in NOW to understand the challenges faced by the LGBTQ community and their identity issues:

Here are the timestamp-based show notes from Naveen Samala's conversation with Sourish Samanta.

0:00:00 Intro to the Guest - Sourish Samanta

0:02:47 Challenges in the Journey of life so far

0:04:47 Controversies around Sexual identity in recent Movies. Indian government stops film inspired by a gay soldier. Directed by Onir

0:08:15 Disclosing your Sexual identity as Gay/Lesbian

0:13:47 Realisation about Sexual Orientation

0:16:24 Witty responses to Rapid Fire questions

0:22:09 An advice to those in an Identity crisis

0:26:45 Trivia about the country that legalized Same-Sex Marriage first.

About the Guest:

He is committed to visual storytelling which is why He is running up the hill to be a filmmaker eventually. As of now, he is currently looking for roles associated with journalism, web reporting, multimedia storytelling.

He recently graduated from the Asian College of Journalism, Chennai with a specialization in interactive and multimedia storytelling. The program put him through intensive training in core journalism skills where he has learned to make the most out of this pandemic situation. He looks forward to working for a professional media organization, where he can tell stories, putting my technical sense for multimedia storytelling to use.

Check out Sourish Samanta’s profile on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sourish-samanta

Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn:

Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/naveensamala

Sudhakar Nagandla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvsudhakar

Follow on Twitter:

@guidingvoice

@naveensamala

@s_nagandla

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"Most people make the mistake of thinking design is what it looks like. People think it’s this veneer – that the designers are handed this box and told, ‘Make it look good!’ That’s not what we think design is. It’s not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.” 

~Steve Jobs

In #TGV206, we bring you a futuristic speaker passionate about developing product leaders. 

Tune in NOW to understand how someone should go about product designing in India.

Here are the timestamp-based show notes from Naveen Samala's  conversation with Shalini S:

• 0:00:00 Intro to the Guest - Shalini Sankarshana
• 0:02:02 Career Journey of the Guest

• 0:03:09 Motivation behind product management

• 0:06:56 Top three things to focus on while building a product in India.

• 0:08:35 Fintech evolution and Revolution 

• 0:11:57 Leaders and uncertainty

• 0:14:37 Witty answers to Rapid Fire questions

• 0:18:15 One piece of advice to those aspiring to make BIG in their careers

• 0:20:24 Trivia

About the Guest:

Shalini Sankarshana is an amazing professional with deep intellect, empathy, and ambition. Shalini matches these qualities with her strong work ethic, integrity, passion, and focus on execution. Shalini's communication skills inspire others to achieve their dreams.

She has industry experience of 2+ decades including critical leadership roles in building enterprise SaaS products, leading product & technology functions, offering solutions and services to the world’s largest financial institutions. Built, shipped, and ran multiple products and platforms of various sizes and spans, with customers across North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific.

Check out Shalini Sankarshana’s profile on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/shalini-sankarshana-147b854

Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn:

Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/naveensamala

Sudhakar Nagandla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvsudhakar

Follow on Twitter:

@guidingvoice

@naveensamala

@s_nagandla

Tags:

#product,

#technology,

#software,

#continuousimprovement,

#TGV,

#podcast

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Business coaching has gone from fad to fundamental. Leaders and organizations have come to understand how valuable it can be, and they’re adding “the ability to coach and develop others” to the ever-growing list of skills they require in all their managers.~ Forbes.com

In #TGV205, we bring you an experienced and energetic speaker. 

Tune in NOW to understand why is the role of a coach important?

Here are the timestamp-based show notes from Naveen Samala's conversation with Amarnath Hari

• 0:00:00 Intro to the Guest - Amarnath Hari
• 0:03:43 Amarnath’s Career Journey
• 0:06:13 Why did he choose coaching?
• 0:10:24 Why is coaching important for professionals and students?
• 0:13:45 How do the coaches help their clients/coachees?
• 0:23:00 Coaching services offered by the guest?
• 0:27:09 Rapid Fire questions and witty responses 
• 0:29:32 1 piece of advice to those aspiring to make BIG in their careers
• 0:31:40 Trivia

About the Guest:

Amarnath Hari is a Coach with Executive Function Skills.

His Credentials are - 30 calendar years of work experience and 2 entrepreneurial failures

Friends with his 1st boss and last boss.

He has an HR Director's certificate from Cornell University.

He has business experience in managing a running Profit Center.

His Management style includes a coaching approach.

His leadership style is of a Catalyst and a Servant.

Check out Amarnath Hari’s profile on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amarnathhari

Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn:

Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/naveensamala

Sudhakar Nagandla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvsudhakar

Follow on Twitter:

@guidingvoice

@naveensamala

@s_nagandla

Tags:

#RelationshipManagement,

#Coaching,

#Planning,

#Empathy,

#TGV,

#podcast

Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net

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In #TGV204, we bring you a bold and a great influential speaker. 

Tune in NOW to understand why all are equal, but not the same.

Here are the timestamp-based show notes from Naveen Samala's conversation with Delshad Master.

• 0:00:00 Start - Context setting
• 0:00:17 Intro to the Guest
• 0:02:43 Journey of the Guest and the challenges she has faced.
• 0:05:41 The basic terms explained
• 0:12:30 The myths around Transgenders.
• 0:18:24 Why are pronouns more important for them! 
• 0:24:43 You don't have to be sexually active to know your sexual orientation.
• 0:25:20 How do parents identify the sexual orientation of their child?
• 0:31:48 Why Section 377 was a burden.
• 0:37:22 Gender-neutral washrooms
• 0:42:28 Rapid Fire
• 0:48:52 Trivia

About the Guest:

We all are not the same, but we are all equal. She believes in equity and inclusion for all sections of society, including the Queer community. 

Since she has worked closely with her Queer compatriots, read about them, and written about them, she can now seek to alter the prevailing mindset and foster inclusivity.

As a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion consultant, she works with corporates to make them truly diverse and inclusive workplaces with equality at their core. This results in better work culture (higher morale, work satisfaction, lower attrition) and improved life.

Check out Sqn Ldr Delshad Master (She/ Her)’s profile on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sqnldrdelshadmaster-qsc

Her Website:

http://edkronicles.com

Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn:

Naveen Samala: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/na…

Sudhakar Nagandla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvsudhakar

Follow on Twitter:

@guidingvoice

@naveensamala

@s_nagandla

#LGBTQ, #Society, #socialchange, #transgenders, #sexualorieantation, #queer, #gay, #lesbian, #transsexual

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