10X Growth Strategies

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

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

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 

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

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

Our VC panelists connect trailblazing, underrepresented and underserved founders with essential capital and access to world-class executives and industry leaders to unlock the exponential growth potential of their startup.The panel will also discuss the bestselling book "Love and Whiskey" by Fawn Weaver. This book is a vibrant exploration set in the present day, delving into the life and legacy of Nearest Green, the African American distilling genius who played a pivotal role in the creation of the whiskey that bears Jack Daniel's name. ❤️"Love & Whiskey" is an epic, true story about Jack Daniel and the distillery's first master distiller Nathan "Nearest" Green; at its center, is a story about business, friendship and history. But it's also about the extraordinary Fawn Weaver; her pursuit for truth and her rise to being the first Black woman to found and lead a company worth over a billion dollars. Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:39 Unveiling 'Love and Whiskey' 02:02 Meet the Panelists 02:53 The Story Behind Untapped Investing 04:20 Parallels Between 'Love and Whiskey' and Untapped Investing 09:57 Principles and Values in Investing 17:29 Short-term Goals vs. Long-term Legacy 21:35 The Role of Resilience 25:28 Diversifying Investments for Lasting Success 30:36 Aha Moments and Final Words of Wisdom Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Whiskey-Remarkable-Distiller-Improbable/dp/1595911340 Explore Untapped Investing: https://www.untappedinvesting.co/

The podcast features Saradha Sriram, host of 10X Growth Strategies, interviewing Jonathan Sorenson, who advises and invests in early-stage startups, with a focus on AI and also focuses on coaching engineers and leaders to cultivate 10x engineers. Together, they explore how "The Culture Map" guides communication, leadership, trust, and decision-making across different cultures. Topics: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:13 Meet Jonathan Sorenson 01:30 Defining Culture in Business 03:12 Communication Styles in Leadership 04:52 Challenges in Global Team Communication 06:41 Decision Making Across Cultures 10:04 Navigating Feedback Across Boundaries 14:31 Case Study: Automation Project Failure 18:35 Impact of Remote Work and Generational Changes 21:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

The podcast features Preethy Padmanabhan, host of *10X Growth Strategies*, in conversation with Mercedes Bankston, Program Director at Founder Institute to discuss the book "Secrets of Sand Hill Road" by Scott Kupor. The book covers how venture capital firms operate, what investors look for in startups, and how to navigate the funding process. The podcast delves into these key insights, offering practical advice for those looking to grow their businesses with venture capital support.   Topics: 00:00 Introduction to Venture Investing 01:01 Meet Our Guest: Mercedes Bankston 01:51 Mercedes' Journey in the Startup World 03:12 Insights from 'Secrets of Sand Hill Road' 05:06 Understanding Venture Capital Dynamics 07:11 Global Perspectives on Startups 11:11 Impact of Venture Investing on Employment 15:16 Current VC Landscape in 2024 17:11 Market Trends and Political Factors 18:30 The Role of Founder Institute and VC Lab 20:52 Success Stories and Unique Funds 24:01 Future Outlook for Venture Investments 27:34 Advice for Entrepreneurs 28:42 Common Pitch Deck Mistakes 31:39 Final Thoughts and Resources

In this episode of the 10x Growth Strategies podcast, host Aarti Vijayaragavan converses with Urvashi Tyagi, Former CTO of Resmed & ADP, focusing on the pivotal role of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in personal and professional growth. This conversation features the book " Emotional Intelligence" by Dr.Travis Bradberry and Dr.Jean Greaves. They explore how EQ helps in self-management and introspection, and its influence in organizational leadership. Urvashi shares personal anecdotes, illustrating the impact of EQ on her career and personal life, while highlighting vital skills like self-awareness, social awareness, and relationship management. The discussion touches upon Urvashi's learnings from the book 'Emotional Intelligence' and its companion read 'Power' by Jeffrey Pfeffer, emphasizing that empathetic leadership fosters influence and empowerment.  Topics: 00:00 Introduction to Emotional Intelligence 01:23 Meet Urvashi Tyagi: A Leader in Digital Transformation 02:21 The Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Personal and Professional Life 02:48 Understanding and Developing EQ Skills 04:55 The Role of Self-Awareness in Emotional Intelligence 15:21 Strategies for Self-Management and Introspection 19:15 The Power of Influence and Empathetic Leadership 25:30 Building and Maintaining Relationships 30:37 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the 10x Growth Strategies Podcast, host Preethy Padmanabhan discusses the book "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" by Greg McKeown with Amanda Heyman, Managing Partner at Tundra Ventures. They delve into the key ideas from the book exploring the importance of living by design rather than by default. Amanda shares her personal journey and career highlights, emphasizing the need to focus on what truly matters. They discuss the four steps to developing an essentialist mindset: explore, eliminate, and execute, and how to make effective trade-offs in life. Amanda provides practical insights on managing cognitive load, protecting personal energy, and creating intentional systems for success. 00:00 Introduction to Essentialism 01:25 Meet Amanda Heyman: Career Journey 04:03 Amanda's Venture into Startups 06:20 Founding Tundra Ventures 09:12 Discussing the Book 'Essentialism' 13:15 Applying Essentialism in Life 21:40 Personal Systems and Adaptability 24:36 Balancing Multiple Interests 25:31 The Paradox of Success 28:46 Developing Essentialism 35:24 Making Trade-Offs 40:22 Embracing Boredom and Reflection 44:06 Final Insights and Conclusion