SparX by Mukesh Bansal

In this episode of SparX, Mukesh Bansal interviews Deep Nishar, Managing Director at General Catalyst. They discuss Deep's experiences as a teacher at Stanford University, his early days as a Product Manager, the basics of a good product, the Librarian Mindset vs Poet Mindset, and the evolution of Product Management. They also explore the challenges of hiring and retaining talent, the lack of formal education in product management, the pitfalls of constantly adding features, and the influence of AI in building successful companies.

Explore the transformative philosophy of Digital Minimalism, understanding the impact of excessive screen time on attention spans and mental health. Delve into the harmful effects of continuous digital addiction and the deep attachment to mobile phones. Learn about the role of dopamine in addictive behavior and how tech companies use variable rewards to capture attention. Discover the negative consequences of digital addiction and the origins of features that contribute to increased social media consumption. Discuss the addictive nature of gaming and strategies to minimize screen time and prioritize real-life experiences.

In this Episode of SparX, Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra & Cult.Fit) is in conversation with Ajeet Singh, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman at ThoughtSpot, a multibillion dollar company specialising in Business Analytics and AI. Driven by passion for entrepreneurship, Ajeet has built two such companies from ground up as he also co-founded and served as CPO for Nutanix. Hailing from a humbled background of a typical Indian middle class family, Ajeet has had a phenomenal journey all the way up. Building the right culture for your company and a supportive ecosystem are some of the things Ajeet and Mukesh delve into as they reminisce about their experiences in new startups at Silicon Valley. Watch the episode to know more about AI disruption, building a company mantra and the upcoming trends of next decade!00:00 - 1:03 Sneak Peak of the Episode1:04 - 4:00 Introducing our Guest: Ajeet Singh! 4:01 - 5:55 Ajeet’s humble childhood 5:56 - 10:22 Ajeet’s early Entrepreneur Aspirations10:23 - 12:35 “Maximising Learning”: Spending time wisely  12:36 - 13:53 Mukesh & Ajeet’s Bay Area Experience 13:54 - 18:10 Ajeet on 3 important skills for an entrepreneur 18:11 - 22:40 “Sharing equal information with everyone”: Myntra’s Mantra 22:41 - 25:40 Ajeet’s time at Nutanix 25:41 - 28:50 “Good Ideas won’t come to you, go seek them” 28:51 - 33:14 Raising funds during a financial crisis 33:15 - 38:55 Choosing the right people for your company 38:56 - 42:15 Ajeet’s Problem Solving Attitude 42:16 - 52:46 Insight into ThoughtSpot Culture 52:47 - 58:40 Notion of an ‘Ecosystem’ 58:41 - 1:01:10 Indians and Silicon Valley 1:01:11 - 1:08:20 Nutanix & ThoughtSpot HQ at Bangalore 1:08:21 - 1:12:15 Building SaaS Companies in India 1:12:16 - 1:20:35 AI disruption in Entrepreneurship 1:20:36 - 1:26:44 Ajeet’s side quest: learning about Health 1:26:45 - 1:31:54 Big changes of the next 2-3 decades1:31:55 - 1:33:23 Thanking our Guest!About SparX by Mukesh BansalSparX is a podcast where we delve into the cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth. We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity is at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us. In a new episode every Sunday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year long career. This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you.Follow us on Instagram: @sparxbymukeshbansal  Website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.comYou can also listen to SparX on all audio platformsFasion | Outbreak | Courtesy EpidemicSound.com

In this Episode, Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra & Cult.Fit) is in conversation with Rishabh Telang, Co-Founder of Cult and one of India’s leading fitness experts.  A one stop all person for all things fitness, Rishabh opened the very first Cult Centre with little to no help. He has helped transform the fitness landscape in the country by spearheading successful training programs. He discusses about his first nerve-wracking meeting with Mukesh and how it led to one of the leading fitness spaces in the country. Recruiting trainers for centres, working with Hrithik Roshan on HRX and realising the potential of Zumba: Rishabh’s Cult journey is inspiring to say nonetheless. A TEDx Speaker too, Rishabh talks in depth about weightless, muscle building and finding the right fitness milestone for you. So tune into this conversation and be sure to get ahead on your fitness journey that starts with the smallest step: listening to this Sparx episode of course!00:00 - 1:08 Sneak Peak of the Episode! 1:09 - 4:26 About our Guest: Rishabh Telang! 4:47 - 8:55 How did Cult.Fit start? Reminiscing the first meeting 8:56 - 10:34 Rishabh’s plans after his resignation 10:35 - 15:16 Day 1 of Cult.Fit Class 15:17 - 20:46 The first crew of trainers at Cult20:47 - 34:46 Rugby players & Recruitment of Cult Trainers 34:47 - 41:44 How does working at Cult look like? 41:45 - 46:27 That one unique Cult Trainer Story 46:28 - 49:06 Growing the Fitness Ecosystem in India 49:07 - 54:37 Working with Hrithik Roshan on HRX 54:38 - 1:03:06 Creating the Dancing Routine aka Zumba for Cult 1:03:07 - 1:08:36 Origin of Cult Live during the Pandemic 1:08:37 - 1:16:17 How does one start their fitness journey? 1:16:18 - 1:19:16 Start Simple: Start with ‘Steps’ 1:19:17 - 1:22:00 Some things to remember for your first day at the gym 1:22:01 - 1:28:46 Major Reason to come to gym: Weight Loss 1:28:47 - 1:34:39 Ideal Body Weight & Muscle Building 1:34:40 - 1:40:58 Fitness Milestones for yourself 1:40:59 - 1:43:00 A Roundup of the Episode!About SparX by Mukesh BansalSparX is a podcast where we delve into the cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth. We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity is at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us. In a new episode every Sunday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year long career. This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you.Follow us on Instagram: @sparxbymukeshbansal  Website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.comYou can also listen to SparX on all audio platformsFasion | Outbreak | Courtesy EpidemicSound.com

In this episode of SparX, Mukesh (Founder Myntra and Cult.Fit) is in conversation with Dr. Marcus Ranney, Founder & CEO of Human Edge, ‘The Longeivity Science Company’ based on highly personalised bio hacks or commonly said ‘incremental biological interventions’ based on simple lifestyle changes, for each participant. A Business Professional in Healthcare and Technology, Marcus completed his Bachelors of Science and Medical degrees from University College Medical School in London. His spectacular expeditions have led him climbing the sides of Everest, skiing in the Arctic, the European Alps and serving as a medical officer in the Royal Air Force and at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. Bonding over the curiosity of the longevity phenomenon, Mukesh and Marcus discuss in length about health, bio hacks and the future of health testing. What exactly happens when we age? What is the difference between Chronological and Biological age? Do you need to take supplements? All these questions and more answered in this episode.A published author, public health commentator and keynote speaker, in 2013, the World Economic Forum appointed him as a Global Shaper, don’t miss out on this insightful discussion these two leading visionaries!00:00 - 1:03 Sneak Peak of the Episode!1:04 - 2:00 Introducing our guest: Dr. Marcus Ranney! 2:01 - 8:57 Early experiences that shaped Marcus’s career8:58 - 13:46 Cardiovascular Exercise & Mountains: Marcus’s two passions 13:47 - 18:30 Being around nature and what it does for your body18:31 - 23:04 Marcus’s stint at NASA23:05 - 32:12 The longevity phenomenon & its future 32:13 - 37:59 Fundamental aspects of living longer 38:00 - 42:05 Marcus asks Mukesh a question! 42:06 - 48:10 Ageing 101: What, How & Why?48:11 -  56:44 Testing Chronological & Biological Age56:45 - 1:03:24 Approaching Health Tests 1:03:25 - 1:06:18 Health Testing in India 1:06:19 - 1:17:02 Introducing Health Supplements in your life 1:17:03 - 1:19:18 Emergence of Ayurveda in the Supplement Range  1:19:19 - 1:22:03 Proliferation of IV Therapy 1:22:04 - 1:28:22 Marcus talks about ‘Recovery Stack’ 1:28:23 - 1:31:38 Relevance of Stem Cells 1:31:39 - 1:34:22 Blood Transfusion: Possible Option or a Haywire in making? 1:34:23 - 1:38:34 “We’re living in a golden age”…Access to mechanism of human ageing 1:38:35 - 1:40:11 Thanking our wonderful guest!About SparX by Mukesh BansalSparX is a podcast where we delve into the cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth. We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity is at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us. In a new episode every Sunday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year long career. This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you.Follow us on Instagram: @sparxbymukeshbansal  Website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.comYou can also listen to SparX on all audio platformsFasion | Outbreak | Courtesy EpidemicSound.com

Habits are formed through repetition. How many of us actually spend time to actively build our habits? In this episode of SparX, Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.Fit) gives a detailed rundown of Habits 101, tips that helped him build solid habits and the reasons behind falling out of them as well. From breaking down the concept of Keystone Habits to navigating rituals, Mukesh helps you create a roadmap for your impact journey. The episode consists of some key insights behind the science of habits and how important sleep can really be. Listen to this fascinating episode and mark your first step onto your impact journey!00:00 - 00:12 Opening Theme00:13 - 3:46 Topic of today’s episode: Habits!3:47 - 6:25 Habits determine you as a person6:26 - 7:59 Picking up habits subconsciously 8:00 - 11:49 Driving yourself to build habits on your own 11:50 -  16:48 The idea of ‘Keystone Habits’ 16:40 - 21:17 “Sleeping at 9 PM”..Mukesh’s keystone habit 21:18 - 23:32 Identifying your keystone habits 23:33 - 35:46  Understanding the Evolution of Habits 35:47 - 39:24 Habit Loop’ Building strong habits39:25 - 42:53 The concept of Habit Stacking 42:54 - 45:34 Developing a Will Power 45:35 - 50:50 Falling off your habit track & Habit Rebooting Ritual 50:51 - 55:52 The magic of Grand Gestures’  55:53 - 1:00:14 'First 10 Hours are crucial’…Science behind habits 1:00:15 - 1:04:24 Let’s make pact together! 1:04:25 - 1:11:56 10 Pages for next 10 Years of your life 1:11:57 - 1:15:27 What habits to work on? 1:15:28 - 1:22:26 Nurturing the right kind of habits 1:22:27 - 1:28:13 Habits Vs. Rituals 1:28:14 - 1:30:52 Roundup of the Episode: “We’re all just bundles of habits!”

Kunal Shah, Founder of CRED, and Mukesh Bansal, Founder of Myntra and Cult.Fit, discuss topics such as risk-taking, goal-oriented mindset, navigating crises, and the influence of culture on entrepreneurship. They also touch upon personal growth, the importance of truth seeking, and the evolving dating culture in India.

Sameer Maheshwari, Founder of HealthKart, discusses his career influenced by fitness, his time at Harvard Business School, and the genesis of MuscleBlaze whey protein powder. They also talk about the challenges and dynamics of founder relationships, the growth of 1MG, and the importance of building differentiated brands. Sameer shares insights into understanding and targeting customers, future plans for scaling and partnerships in nutrition, and the importance of strength training for health and longevity. The episode concludes with a discussion on the power of compounding and advice for starting a fitness journey.

In this episode, Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.Fit) is in conversation with Ms. Shwetambari Shetty, one of the leading pioneers of the fitness realm in India. A professional trainer and dance enthusiast, Shwetambari’s journey is a testament to pure hard work and determination. Co-founding The Tribe, one of the fastest emerging fitness clubs in India was a leap of faith, one that Ms. Shetty looks back on fondly. Hailing from a middle class family and defying the expectations of marrying in early 20’s, Ms. Shetty also talks about what it is like to be a woman in the fitness world. She also talks about experiencing childbirth at the age of 40 and her advice for all the women out there trying to learn on the way and figure out both their professional and private lives. Watch till the end to get the most out of this conversation between two believers in exponential impact and fitness lovers.00:00 - 01:00 Sneak Peak of the Episode!01:01 - 2:35 Introducing our Guest: Ms. Shwetambari Shetty2:36 - 6:10 How did Shwetambari start her fitness journey? 6:11 - 10:19 Learning on the way: Working at HSBC 10:20 - 13:55 Childbirth at the age of 40 13:56 - 23:55 Defying the expectations throughout the journey 23:56 - 30:07 Experience of Arrange Marriage in India 30:08 - 37:14 Women’s participation in the work force 37:15 - 45:12 Shwetambari’s time at Zela 45:13 - 50:00 Breaking down the Zumba exercise 50:01 - 54:22 Reminiscing on early days as a fitness trainer 54:23 - 1:00:33 Enduring an injury as a fitness trainer1:00:34 - 1:12:29 Shwetambari talks about opening The Tribe-Fitness Club 1:12:30 - 1:16:46 The Rise of Group Fitness in India 1:16:47 - 1:22:33 From The Tribe to Cult.Fit1:22:34 - 1:28:40 Growth of Zumba within Cult.Fit 1:28:41 - 1:32:21 Bringing the Dance-Fitness Experience to life 1:32:22 - 1:41:21 Winning Cross Fit in India twice in a row 1:41:22 - 1:49:16 Shwetambari’s advice to women 1:49:17 - 1:53:00 Shwetambari’s daily routine 1:53:01 - 1:56:02 Motive behind Shwetambari’s fitness journey 1:56:03 - 1:56:48 OutroAbout SparX by Mukesh Bansal SparX is a podcast where we delve into cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth.  We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity is at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us.  In a new episode every Sunday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year long career.  This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you. Follow us on Instagram:    https://www.instagram.com/sparxbymuke...Website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.comYou can also listen to SparX on Youtube. 

The science of productivity is highly relevant and widely discussed in today’s time. While the emphasis on effective time management is gaining considerable currency, a proper understanding of the concept remains lacking for unlocking its full potential. This is a belief, strongly shared by Mukesh Bansal, Founder of Myntra and Cult.Fit.This 10th Episode of SparX marks for a genuine effort in understanding a key aspect of an impact journey i.e. productivity. We have all been told to be productive at some point in our lives, but how many of us really do know how to be productive? What are some disruptors stopping us? All these questions and more answered by Mukesh in this episode for you!Fear not if hustle culture hasn’t appealed to you. We break down the importance of a sustainable and viable work life. Tune into this episode for insights on creating a better work plan: one that serves your purpose and your soul.