In this episode, host Bhavna chats with Arjun Vaidya, the Founder of Dr. Vaidya's, about his journey in establishing a top Ayurveda brand in India. Arjun discusses the ups and down ... Read more
In this episode, host Bhavna chats with Arjun Vaidya, the Founder of Dr. Vaidya's, about his journey in establishing a top Ayurveda brand in India. Arjun discusses the ups and downs of experimenting with various business strategies, gaining key insights into consumer preferences, and how he expanded the reach of Ayurveda to both urban Indians and the larger Bharat market. Arjun shares his thoughts and tips for entrepreneurs looking for funding, the ongoing funding winter, and his life as a Venture Capitalist, in this interesting episode of Why leadership fails. Read more
A leader has to be a good creator and a destroyer both. With this leadership mantra, Mr. Santosh Iyer in conversation with Bhavna Lal Chandani shares his journey of becoming the su ... Read more
A leader has to be a good creator and a destroyer both. With this leadership mantra, Mr. Santosh Iyer in conversation with Bhavna Lal Chandani shares his journey of becoming the successful MD and CEO of Mercedes. Get a close up of his nostalgic achievement and the strategies he employed so that the DNA of the brand doesn’t change with the change in the leadership. From the consumption patterns of the youth to the cultural beliefs of the Indian population, get to know how Mr. Santosh changed his business model to the “Retail of the Future” in 2021, i.e. a D2C approach. Did you know that compared to China with a 90%, the percentage of millionaires buying luxury goods is only 3-4%? Tune in to know some interesting facts about the growth of the automobile industry in India and the challenges faced by a luxury brand like Mercedes and how they overcame it and became a successful luxury automobile company established in India for the past 30 years. Read more
In today's episode, host Bhavna Lalchandani talks with Divya Dixit, a leading OTT expert who has worked with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, and Alt Balaji. Divya shares story a ... Read more
In today's episode, host Bhavna Lalchandani talks with Divya Dixit, a leading OTT expert who has worked with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, and Alt Balaji. Divya shares story about her time at Alt Balaji, where she had to build teams and find creative ways to compete with big streaming services on a tight budget. She talks about her approach to leadership and how being honest and innovative helped her succeed. Tune in to hear how she turned challenges into opportunities and stayed ahead in the game. Read more
Join Bhavna Lalchandani as she talks with Khushboo Yadav, CEO of Jio Entertainment Services and board member at Jiosaavn. Khushboo shares her journey from a digital native to a top ... Read more
Join Bhavna Lalchandani as she talks with Khushboo Yadav, CEO of Jio Entertainment Services and board member at Jiosaavn. Khushboo shares her journey from a digital native to a top leader in the entertainment industry. She discusses challenges, the importance of merit, and how leadership should be earned, not just given. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on ambition, diversity, and the essence of true leadership. Read more
"An imperfect decision taken at the right time is a zillion times better than a perfect decision after the time has passed." Join us for an exciting episode of "Why Leadership Fail ... Read more
"An imperfect decision taken at the right time is a zillion times better than a perfect decision after the time has passed." Join us for an exciting episode of "Why Leadership Fails" with your host, Bhavna Lalchandani, featuring Mr. Tarun Garg, the COO of Hyundai Motors India Limited. With nearly three decades of experience in the automobile industry, Tarun shares his incredible journey from Maruti to Hyundai. He discusses the secrets behind Hyundai's remarkable success, the importance of innovation, and how the company tailors its features to meet the unique needs of Indian customers. Discover how Hyundai sets new standards in the industry by truly understanding its consumers and creating products that resonate with them. Read more
Join Bhavna Lalchandani as she talks with Ameya Prabhu, President of the Indian Chamber of Commerce. They explore India's business transformation, the heart of trade in Bharat, and ... Read more
Join Bhavna Lalchandani as she talks with Ameya Prabhu, President of the Indian Chamber of Commerce. They explore India's business transformation, the heart of trade in Bharat, and Ameya's new book, "The Rock Baba's and Other Stories." Don't miss their discussion on political nepotism, PM Modi's impact on trade, and Ameya's personal journey through successes and setbacks. This episode is packed with insights and stories you won't want to miss! Read more
Have you ever heard one of the co-founders of Sunburn - one of Asia's largest music festivals - give an intimate account of their journey to leadership? Well, in the latest episode ... Read more
Have you ever heard one of the co-founders of Sunburn - one of Asia's largest music festivals - give an intimate account of their journey to leadership? Well, in the latest episode of Why Leadership Fails, our man - Devraj Sanyal, Managing Director and CEO of Universal Music India and South Asia, shares his insights on the challenges faced by our modern music industry with our host Bhavna Lalchandani. He highlights the importance of having a clear vision within a team, stating that true empowerment means trusting your team members to take the lead without needing to micromanage them. “Empowerment doesn’t mean hovering over them or controlling every move; it’s about guiding and supporting them from the sidelines,” he points out, clarifying what empowerment in leadership really should look like. Devraj’s unique approach to managing stress, his commitment to achieving daily goals, and his admiration for musicians like Eddie Vedder from Pearl Jam provide listeners with a glimpse into the mindset of a leader who truly believes in shaping culture through the power of artistry. Read more
Entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster journey full of ups and downs, so if you dare to dream big and have the courage to stand up against all odds, this episode is your road to succe ... Read more
Entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster journey full of ups and downs, so if you dare to dream big and have the courage to stand up against all odds, this episode is your road to success where our host Bhavna Lalchandani, in a discussion with Surajit Chanda, the co-founder of Toyow. Together, they discuss the secret ingredient of a successful entrepreneurial journey. Being a part of the real estate industry for 20+ years and having founded Verite Self Development and Toyow, he decodes his success mantra i.e. “creating a core team and delegating the work.”From a platform for democratizing re-developments of real estate societies to tokenizing the world, he has left no stone unturned. Tune in to overcome this biggest challenge from real-life experiences by the expert on today's episode of #whyleadershipfails. Read more
Tune in to our latest episod where our host Bhavna Lalchandani and our guest Gurmit Singh, currently leading Quora's operations in India, brings a wealth of leadership experience f ... Read more
Tune in to our latest episod where our host Bhavna Lalchandani and our guest Gurmit Singh, currently leading Quora's operations in India, brings a wealth of leadership experience from his tenure at Marico Industries and his role as CEO of Rajshri Media. His journey includes significant contributions to the growth of the Sil brand, diverse experiences at Sony Music and the India Today Group, and valuable lessons in balancing business success with employee well-being. In this episode, Gurmit shares insights on overcoming setbacks, the importance of learning and adapting, and how Quora is strategically integrating AI under founder Adam D'Angelo to revolutionize knowledge sharing. Listen to understand the leadership principles and innovative strategies that drive success. Read more
Join Malini Agarwal, aka Ms. Malini, as she shares insights on the future of digital media. From her journey as a background dancer to building a media empire, she discusses how pa ... Read more
Join Malini Agarwal, aka Ms. Malini, as she shares insights on the future of digital media. From her journey as a background dancer to building a media empire, she discusses how passion drives her leadership style, blending mentorship with understanding individual dreams. Discover how AI is reshaping the influencer landscape and why adapting to technological advancements is crucial in the digital age. From her new book "Under the Influence" to upcoming projects in OTT and virtual conversations, Malini explores the intersection of technology, storytelling, and authentic influence. Whether you're curious about AI's role in media or looking to enhance your online presence, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on staying relevant and impactful in the digital world. Read more
