10X Growth Strategies

Preethy Padmanabhan
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Apr 30, 2025 • 42min

E98 - Unleashing AI startups in Climate

We are excited to present this live panel moderated by our host Preethy Padmanabhan. "Unleashing AI startups in Climate", features the following successful entrepreneurs with a climate tech background. ​Aimee Gotway Bailey, CEO, Rock Rabbit ​Divya Demato, CEO, GoodOps ​Reetu Gupta, Founder, Pistachio Advisory & Co-Founder Clean Table ​Karan Chopra, Co-Founder, Earthena AI AI startups are uniquely positioned to accelerate climate action, offering scalable, data-driven solutions that can reshape industries and help achieve net-zero goals. By harnessing the power of AI, these startups are not only mitigating climate risks but also unlocking new opportunities for a sustainable future     00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:14 Panelist Introductions 01:03 Panelist Backgrounds and Climate Journeys 04:38 Challenges and Opportunities in Climate Work 13:58 Measuring Impact in Climate Tech 22:06 Energy Efficiency and Modernization 22:42 Climate Tech and AI Integration 23:43 Superpowers in Sustainability 26:34 Entrepreneurial Journeys in Climate Tech 29:54 Fundraising Strategies and Challenges 33:43 Impact of Policy and Economic Conditions on Climate
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Apr 16, 2025 • 23min

E97: Insights From Leading VCs on the Next Era of Startup Investment with Schwark & Bhargavi

We are excited to present this live panel moderated by our host Preethy Padmanabhan. In  this live panel "Navigating the Fintech Frontier: VC Insights for 2025 and Beyond", an insightful panel featuring prominent venture capitalists and successful entrepreneurs with a fintech background. ​The fintech landscape is poised for significant transformation in 2025, presenting both challenges and opportunities for venture capitalists. This panel will explore the latest trends, investment strategies, and emerging technologies shaping the future of financial technology. This panel offers a unique opportunity for founders and startup teams to gain insider knowledge from industry leaders guiding the next generation of high-growth fintech ventures. 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:22 Panelist Introductions 03:57 Journey into Venture Capital 04:58 FinTech Investment Trends and Outlook 12:27 Advice for Entrepreneurs 15:21 Identifying and Supporting Unicorns 20:33 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks
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Mar 26, 2025 • 26min

E96: Billion-Dollar Lessons: Avoiding Costly Corporate Mistakes with Paul Singh Oberoi

The podcast features Saradha Sriram, host of 10X Growth Strategies, interviewing Paul Singh, who is one of the researchers for the book Billions Dollar Lessons, and is the CEO of 1Gen, a social innovation organization with a diverse portfolio. Paul shares his journey into studying business failures and the valuable insights gained from researching colossal business mishaps. Paul emphasizes the relevance of learning from failures and how modern businesses can avoid similar pitfalls. Tune in to discover how the Devil's Advocate approach can stress-test strategies and ensure sustainable business success. Topics: 00:00 Introduction  00:28 Discussing 'Billion Dollar Lessons' 03:22 The Synergy Myth 04:23 Importance of People and Culture in Mergers 06:03 Learning from Market Disruptions 09:24 The Devil's Advocate Approach 14:02 Practical Applications and Modern Context 20:02 Final Thoughts and Future Implications 25:34 Conclusion and Gratitude
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Mar 12, 2025 • 29min

E95: Teenage Chronicles - The Emotional Rollercoaster of Teenage Life—And How to Handle It

In this episode of the 10X Growth Strategies Podcast, host Arthi Vijayaraghavan introduces Saania Saxena, the young author of 'Teenage Chronicles'. Saania delves into the emotional rollercoaster experienced by teenagers, touching on themes like insecurities, love, and anxiety. 'Teenage Chronicles' has gained significant acclaim, ranking among the top 15 bestsellers in Indian airports. Saania, who has traveled to over 50 countries and is pursuing marketing at the University of Washington, Seattle, shares her journey of writing the book and learning about self-acceptance. She also discusses how interviews with friends from various cultural backgrounds contributed to the book. Arthi and Saania explore the impact of heartfelt quotes and the importance of friendships. Saania recommends two influential books, 'The Forty Rules of Love' and 'The Midnight Library,' which have shaped her philosophical outlook. The episode is a deep dive into the emotional growth and wisdom gained through writing and friendships.   00:00 Introduction 00:37 Saania's Background and Achievements 01:33 The Inspiration Behind Teenage Chronicles 02:53 Exploring Themes in Teenage Chronicles 05:31 Interviewing Friends and Cultural Insights 09:19 Boys vs. Girls: Emotional Expression 16:04 The Importance of Friendships 23:32 Tools for Managing Emotions 24:47 Recommended Books and Closing Remarks
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Feb 26, 2025 • 34min

E94: Creativity Inc.: The Book That Shaped Pixar with Anoop Bhaskaran

Join host Madhavi Ravanan in the latest episode of the 10x Growth Strategies podcast featuring Anoop Bhaskaran. Anoop shares his fascinating professional journey, his passion for reading, and delves deep into Ed Catmull's 'Creativity Inc.' Discover the intriguing backstories of Pixar’s creation, the visionary leadership of Steve Jobs, and the impactful concept of the 'Brain Trust'. A conversation filled with inspiring quotes, personal anecdotes, and actionable insights for both professional and personal growth. Don't miss this engaging episode packed with the secrets behind Pixar's stupendous success! Topics 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:44 Anoop's Background and Career Journey 01:42 Anoop's Reading Habits 05:20 Discussion on 'Creativity Inc.' 07:04 The Pixar Story and Key Figures 21:25 The Brain Trust Concept 26:07 Favorite Quotes and Closing Thoughts
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Feb 12, 2025 • 51min

E93: Take Back Your Power by Deborah Liu with Laura Dansbury

The podcast features Arthi Vijayaraghavan, host of 10X Growth Strategies, interviewing Ms.Laura Dansbury the VP Product & UX at Study.com. They discuss the book “Take back your power” by Ms.Deborah Liu with. The book lays down ten rules for women to take back their power at work. It showcases how women knowingly or unknowingly let got of their power at work and suggests ways to take it back.  Topics: 00:00 Introduction  01:07 Impact of 'Take Back Your Power' 03:03 Defining Power and Personal Reflections 05:45 Revoking Free Passes: Personal Stories 13:34 Building and Acknowledging Support Networks 25:18 Reflecting on Lifelong Friendships 25:40 Building and Defining Your Legacy 28:14 Coaching and Mentoring Aspirations 30:16 Finding and Using Your Voice 41:37 Navigating Career Setbacks 47:48 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
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Jan 29, 2025 • 36min

E92: Transplant Tales: Hope, Healing, and New Beginnings with Jaspreet Khokhar

The podcast features Saradha Sriram, host of *10X Health*, interviewing Jaspreet Khokhar an IT Professional in Philadelphia. Join Jaspreet as he shares his transformative journey through organ donation – from confronting life's biggest challenges to embracing a second chance at life. It is a story of courage, hope, and new beginnings. Topic: 00:00 Introduction  01:05 Jaspreet's Initial Diagnosis 02:33 Emotional Journey to Acceptance 06:00 Preparing for Transplant 06:12 Living with Dialysis 18:22 Family and Support System 22:13 Clearing Misconceptions about Organ Donation 27:08 Proactive Steps for Organ Donation 31:33 Life After Transplant 35:24 Conclusion and Gratitude
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Jan 15, 2025 • 43min

E91 - Leadership Wisdom from the Mahabharata with Tatyana Mamut

Our first episode of 2025 will feature the Indian epic "Mahabharata" which is authored by Sage Vedavyasa. Our host, Preethy Padmanabhan guides an inspiring conversation with Tatyana Mamut, Co-founder and CEO of Wayfound. They discuss the concept of Dharma (duty, moral law) that plays a central role in the Mahabharata.  Tatyana was the Board Director and Chair of Comp Committee for UserTesting's IPO on NYSE. She is a leader and builder of successful new products & businesses at Nextdoor, Amazon, Salesforce, IDEO, and Pendo. She has 15 patents & patents pending for technology inventions, including 5 for GenerativeAI innovations. Topics: 00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Time 00:48 Welcome to 10x Growth Strategies Podcast 01:15 Guest Introduction: Tatyana Mamut 01:54 Tatyana's Personal Journey 04:09 Exploring the Mahabharata 07:29 Leadership Lessons from the Mahabharata 10:58 Key Takeaways on Leadership 15:40 Understanding Dharma and Duty 25:07 Lessons from Arjuna 34:11 Self-Awareness and Overcoming Failures 38:40 Final Words of Wisdom Read the book: Amazon - https://a.co/d/gyKPLHi  Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahabharata 
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Dec 19, 2024 • 26min

E90 - Surrounded by Idiots(Thomas Erikson) with Sujatha Jayagopal

The podcast features Saradha Sriram, host of *10X Growth Strategies*, interviewing Sujatha Jayagopal, MD Strategic Sales, Accenture. They discuss Behavioral personality types, communication strategies, leadership and management, and personal growth. Topics: 00:00 Introduction  00:23 First Impressions of 'Surrounded by Idiots' 01:07 Sujata's Journey and Career Background 03:37 Personality Types and Workplace Dynamics 07:59 Humor and Misunderstandings in Professional Settings 17:14 Women in Sales and Stand-Up Comedy 22:40 Empathy and Listening in Human Behavior 25:08 Conclusion and Gratitude
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Dec 5, 2024 • 23min

E89 - The Psychology of Money (Morgan Housel) with Kush Kochgaway

This episode features Madhavi Ravanan, a guest host of “10X Growth Strategies” in conversation with Kush Kochgaway - R&D Head for Enterprise Products at Nokia about the book The Psychology of Money. “The Psychology of Money” explores the psychological factors influencing our financial decisions. The podcast delves into Kush’s insights, experiences and lessons on personal finance around the themes shared in the book.  Topics: 00:00 Introduction  00:49 Discussing 'The Psychology of Money' 02:39 The Power of Compounding 03:32 Personal Financial Journey 11:07 Key Takeaways from the Book 14:33 Impact of Market Crashes 19:07 Advice for the Younger Generation 21:11 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts

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