The Brand Called You

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Brand Called You! In this episode of the Leaders Who Care series, hosts Mark Sadovnick and Nsoroma Karmue dive deep into the story of Nsoroma, the remarkable 12-year-old founder of Melan is Beautiful—a skincare business with a powerful mission to promote self-love, confidence, and celebrate beauty in all its forms.Nsoroma shares her journey from overcoming bullying to building a meaningful business rooted in empowering others. You’ll hear the motivation behind her brand, the importance of spreading a positive mindset, and how her family and community played a crucial role in her entrepreneurial path. She also talks about her upcoming creative projects—a book and a podcast titled "Let's Speak Beauty"—aimed at further inspiring and educating people about self-worth and belonging.If you’re passionate about youth entrepreneurship, social impact, and stories of kindness, you won’t want to miss this heartfelt conversation!

In this compelling episode of The Brand Called You, leadership expert John R. Miles shares his transformative journey from naval officer to corporate executive to founder of the Mattering Revolution. Discover how emotional intelligence, intentional culture, and a sense of mattering are reshaping leadership and unlocking human potential.00:32- About John R MilesJohn is the founder of the Passion Struck.He's a leadership and workplace culture expert.He's also the founder of the Mattering Revolution. 

In this powerful episode of The Brand Called You, Marc Rowley, MD of H.I.T Leadership talks about transforming IT leadership through honesty, integrity, and transparency. Discover the 6 Ps of Productivity, how to shift from reactive to proactive leadership, and why human skills are the real driver of business growth.00:38- About Marc RowleyMarc is the Managing Director and Founder of H.I.T Leadership Ltd.

Unlock the secrets of compelling business storytelling in this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You! 🎙️ Join host Ashutosh Garg as he welcomes Ravishankar Iyer, accomplished story coach and founder of Story Rules, as they dive deep into the power of stories at work.Discover Ravi’s unique journey from Chartered Accountant to master storyteller, and learn why storytelling is an essential skill for professionals and leaders, especially amidst today's data explosion, shrinking attention spans, and the rise of AI. Ravi breaks down his ABCD framework for crafting impactful business stories and shares actionable tips, including his “one-three-nine” method for narrative clarity.From leveraging mythology and Indian traditional techniques to harnessing AI as a storytelling ally, this episode is packed with practical strategies, relatable anecdotes, and wisdom for anyone looking to elevate their communication skills and create lasting impact.If you want to stand out with authentic, memorable, and persuasive storytelling—don’t miss this conversation!

Are you a business owner struggling to implement effective systems in your company? In this episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg welcomes David Jenyns, Founder of SYSTEMology and author of the influential book "SYSTEMology." David shares his personal journey from running a digital agency to building SYSTEMology, inspired by the desire for more freedom and a stronger family life.Discover the seven-step SYSTEMology framework, actionable strategies for business owners, and how even small businesses can begin systemizing for success—without sacrificing creativity. David busts myths around systemization, shows you how to start simple, and shares concrete examples (like a business owner who took 7 weeks off!) proving the power of the right systems. Plus, learn how to leverage AI, tech tools, and delegate effectively, whether you operate locally or run remote teams.Whether you’re just starting out or ready to optimize your growing business, this episode is jam-packed with insights that can transform how you work

In this episode of The Brand Called You, Christopher Jones, a renowned Harley Street phobia expert and author of Face Your Fears. Learn how Chris overcame his own fears and now helps others conquer theirs through his unique seven-step system that rewires the subconscious mind. From flying to public speaking, discover the myths around therapy and how rapid change is possible.00:37- About Christopher JonesChris is a leading Harley Street phobia expert.He's an author of a book titled ‘Face your Fears’. 

In this episode of The Brand Called You, Karen Howard shares her remarkable journey from gem enthusiast to expert appraiser and now business coach. With over 25 years of experience, she unpacks the challenges of gemology, the ethics of appraisal, and how she’s helping the next generation of independent jewelry appraisers thrive.00:38- About Karen HowardKaren is a business coach for jewelry appraisers.She's been passionate about educating others in the gem world for over 25 years.

In this power-packed episode of The Brand Called You, Global leadership coach and author Will Linssen discovers how Will’s Triple Win Leadership methodology is changing the coaching game—by delivering tangible, measurable improvements for leaders, teams, and business performance across the globe.00:33 - About Will LinssenWill is the founder of the Global Coach Group, which is a globally recognized leadership coach.He's the creator of triple win leadership coaching methodology.He's also an author of a book titled ‘Triple Win Leadership Coaching’.

Dive into the fascinating journey of mythologist Utkarsh Patel as he unpacks the layers behind Draupadi’s story—one of power, silence, and resistance in ancient narratives. Discover how mythology shapes gender roles and why speaking up matters, even when voices are silenced.00:33- About Utkarsh PatelUtkarsh is a mythologist and an author. His latest book is Silencing Draupadi. His earlier books have been “Shakuntala – The Woman Wronged”, published by Rupa Publications, “Satyavati”, a mobile-book published by Readify, Indra – The Rise and Fall of a Hero and “Kannaki’s Anklet”, published by Indus Source.

Discover how to become bold, brave, and brilliant in your personal and professional life! In this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with author, executive coach, and speaker Nidhi Kush Shah. Nidhi shares her journey from engineering to coaching, her passion for poetry and storytelling, and the creation of her book, "Becoming Bold, Brave, and Brilliant."Learn how to overcome the fear of others’ judgments, build self-worth, embrace self-awareness, and develop an inner strength that lasts. Nidhi also reveals practical strategies for self-reflection, mindfulness, and achieving your biggest goals—plus a simple, powerful mindfulness exercise you can start using today.Whether you’re an aspiring leader, creative professional, or anyone seeking greater confidence and clarity, this conversation is packed with insights and actionable steps to transform your mindset.