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The Thriving in the Age of Disruption Podcast is dedicated to helping you get more of what you want out of your personal and professional life. Every 2 weeks, host Dr. Ramesh will share her experience from over 30 years in business and thousands of hours coaching entrepreneurs.
Join Dr. Ramesh and her network of Changemakers as they discuss the essential mindset and skills needed to survive and thrive in today’s age of disruption through a series of Asia-centric interviews, compelling stories, tips, and ideas focused on key themes including entrepreneurial mindset, communication, collaborative management, crisis resilience, family businesses, women in leadership and decision making, and on a more personal level, spirituality and living the simple life.
From Vision to Impact – A Design-Driven Entrepreneurial Journey: Joshua Breidenbach (Vietnam)
Season – 2 Episode – 4 Date – September 13, 2023
In this conversation, Dr. Ramesh is joined by a branding and creative design expert, Joshua Breidenbach, who is the co-founder and executive creative director of Rice, a Vietnam-based company for branding strategy and design.
Enjoy their deep dive into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship that explores the power of good storytelling, navigating crises and striving for sustainability as a system.
Prepare to be inspired, as we journey through entrepreneurship, creativity, family, and the interconnectedness of life. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, looking to build resilience to overcome crises, or simply curious about the stories that shape the changemakers of our world, this episode is your gateway to a world of insight and inspiration.
Top 5 Takeaways from this Podcast:
1. Problem-Solving: Gain insights into how Joshua applies creative problem-solving to find solutions, in building success for his clients’ brands and his own business during crisis.
2. The Power of Storytelling: Discover how Joshua, a branding maven, crafts compelling brand narratives that creates positive impact for businesses.
3. Navigating Crisis with Focus: Hear about how Joshua’s company weathered the storm of a global pandemic, and how unwavering commitment and adaptability saved the day.
4. Sustainability as a System: Explore sustainability beyond just eco-consciousness, as Dr. Ramesh and Joshua discuss the concept of sustainability as interconnected systems.
5. Living Simply, Living Fully: Learn the art of being present in the moment, focusing on what truly matters, and finding joy in the everyday.
Beyond Profits – Inspiring Change with Social Entrepreneurship: Pham Kieu Oanh (Vietnam)
Season – 2 Episode – 3 Date – August 30, 2023
Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra dives into the heart of Vietnam’s social enterprise movement with Ms. Pham Kieu Oanh, the visionary Founder and CEO of the Center for Social Initiatives Promotion (CSIP). We explore Ms. Oanh’s journey as the “midwife of social enterprise”, from empowering a new wave of social entrepreneurs, fostering innovation to address pressing societal and environmental challenges, to igniting change through sustainable business initiatives.
The conversation underscores the vital role of entrepreneurship within social enterprises to drive meaningful impact. We also explore the transformative influence of women leaders in this sector and navigate the delicate balance between profitability and purpose, spanning community-driven initiatives to scalable tech ventures.
In embracing crises as catalysts for growth, Ms. Oanh and Dr. Ramesh share their personal journeys in overcoming challenges. Innovation, entrepreneurship and impactful leadership can empower us to shape a sustainable future. Let’s step “Beyond Profits” together, into a world where impact transcends the bottom line.
Top 5 Takeaways from this Podcast:
1. Social Enterprise Movement in Vietnam: Discover how Vietnam’s social enterprise movement is creating tangible and sustainable solutions for pressing social and environmental issues, redefining business success beyond profits.
2. Empowering Social Entrepreneurs: See how visionaries like Ms. Oanh are nurturing a new generation of social entrepreneurs. Learn how their innovative approaches are inspiring, connecting, and empowering people to address challenges head-on, clarifying the pivotal role of entrepreneurship in these endeavors.
3. Championing Women in Leadership: Explore Ms. Oanh’s journey to becoming a driving force in the field. Learn how women leaders are breaking stereotypes and making a meaningful impact.
4. Balancing Profit and Purpose: Uncover the dual role of social entrepreneurs, from community-based projects driven by social mission to tech-based ventures with scalability. Gain insights into how these entrepreneurs navigate the intersection of financial sustainability, entrepreneurship, and social impact.
5. Crisis-Ready Mindset for Success: Understand the importance of embracing crises as opportunities for growth and innovation. Discover how both Dr. Ramesh and Ms. Oanh have harnessed their inner strength to overcome challenges and create lasting change through their work
From Setbacks to Success – Building a Crisis-Ready Entrepreneurial Mindset
Season – 2 Episode – 2 Date – August 25, 2023
Csaba Bundik is a seasoned entrepreneur and business advisor with more than 20 years of experience in management, entrepreneurship, and innovation. His journey is a testament to the power of resilience and strategic thinking. He shares gripping anecdotes from his own experiences, which reveal how he not only overcame setbacks, but transformed them into launching pads for achievement.
Dr. Ramesh and Csaba discuss the pivotal moments that defined his entrepreneurial path, unveiling the thought processes that empowered him to navigate uncertainties, envision the bigger picture and hatch business opportunities, all while leading teams with confidence.
Their insights act as guiding posts for you to cultivate resilience and embrace an entrepreneurial mindset. Get ready to be inspired as you gain practical strategies to conquer challenges, fuel innovation, and stay on course towards your goals. Remember, setbacks are just detours on the road to success!
Top 5 Takeaways from this Podcast:
1. Embracing Setbacks as Stepping Stones: Csaba Bundik exemplifies how setbacks are not roadblocks, but rather essential stepping stones on the entrepreneurial journey. By reframing challenges as opportunities for growth, listeners can develop a resilient mindset that propels them forward.
2. Transforming Adversity into Innovation: The podcast highlights how Csaba looked for opportunities in crises. Listeners will learn how to channel their energy into creative problem-solving, turning adversity into a catalyst for groundbreaking ideas.
3. Leading with Confidence Through Uncertainty: Csaba provides insights into effective leadership during times of uncertainty. Whether it’s guiding a team through rough patches or making tough decisions, listeners can glean strategies for leading with confidence amidst chaos.
4. Believing in the Bigger Picture: Through Csaba’s experiences, listeners discover the importance of envisioning the bigger picture. By maintaining focus on delivering value by identifying problems to solve, entrepreneurs can stay motivated and keep their ventures on track.
5. Resilience as a Secret Weapon: Csaba’s resilience is a secret weapon for success. Listeners will gain actionable tips for cultivating their own resilience, bolstering their ability to bounce back from setbacks and thrive, no matter the circumstances.
Building a Sustainable Future: Transformative Education and Entrepreneurship
Season – 2 Episode – 1 Date – August 16, 2023
Welcome back for Season 2 of “Thriving in the Age of Disruption,” Asia’s premier podcast dedicated to empowering you to navigate and thrive in the ever-changing landscape of today’s dynamic world. Your host, Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, is absolutely thrilled to embark on yet another enriching journey with you.
In this episode, we have the privilege of delving into the transformative power of education, entrepreneurship and resilience, guided by Dr. Ramesh and none other than the esteemed Associate Professor Hoang Thi Bich Thuy, an innovative educator in the field of electrochemical engineering at the Hanoi University of Science and Technology, and a mentor for start-ups and social impact businesses.
Join us as we uncover a trove of invaluable insights and experiences, unveiling the secrets to cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset, conquering crises with unwavering resilience, and uplifting women in leadership roles across diverse industries.
Prof. Thuy’s journey is a beacon of inspiration for anyone seeking to carve a meaningful path amidst disruption. Tune in as we explore the fascinating nexus between academia, entrepreneurship and personal growth, and learn how to forge ahead with purpose, passion, and an unshakable commitment to sustainable success.
Top 5 Takeaways from this Podcast:
1. Unleashing the Entrepreneurial Mindset: Dr. Ramesh and Prof. Thuy explores the nexus of academia, innovation and entrepreneurship, emphasising the importance of cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset. They highlight how researchers, academics and entrepreneurs all share a passion for problem-solving, and encourages young graduates to develop resourcefulness, risk-taking abilities and a focus on creating value for others.
2. Resilience in Crisis: The discussion delves into the concept of crisis-ready mindset. Dr. Ramesh and Prof. Thuy discuss the value of being prepared to navigate setbacks and failures, highlighting the need for proactive decision-making to prevent situations from spiralling out of control, and also emphasising the significance of gratitude and adopting an adaptable attitude to maintain inner peace.
3. Empowering Women in Leadership: Prof. Thuy’s work with women-led businesses is a notable highlight. She addresses the unique challenges women entrepreneurs face, such as balancing leadership roles with familial responsibilities. Through mentorship and coaching, she helps these women build strong teams and effective communication, facilitating their growth and success.
4. Sustainable Impact: The concept of sustainability extends beyond environmental concerns. Prof. Thuy underscores the importance of building people’s capabilities for long-term sustainability. Her commitment to education and empowerment resonates, as she discusses her efforts to bring quality education to children in Vietnam’s mountainous regions, creating a positive societal impact.
5. Spiritual Growth: The conversation takes an introspective turn, exploring spirituality and personal growth. Prof. Thuy reveals her journey toward tranquillity through practices like gratitude meditation. She emphasises the significance of nurturing one’s spirit, achieving a sense of balance and living authentically, offering a poignant perspective on leading a meaningful life.
Finding Purpose with Servant Leadership: Samuel Tan (Singapore)
Season – 1 Episode – 40 Date – May 18, 2023
How do we want to live our lives? How do we end life well? This is the message Samuel Tan, CEO of All Saints Home has for those who want a happy and meaningful life.
As he entered his fifties, Samuel realised it was time for him to plan how he was going to end his career. After some soul searching, the high flyer in the financial insurance sector made the shift from corporate work to servant leadership in a social enterprise.
Join Dr. Ramesh to explore Samuel’s journey to heed this inner calling to lead with purpose and meaning.
We all have a calling. How can we do work that we’re meant to do?
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
If you’re interested in building crisis resilience, Dr. Ramesh will be launching her new book on the crisis ready mindset in the second half of 2023. Make sure you follow Dr. Ramesh on LinkedIn so that you’ll get her new book alert!
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host, Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible & Founder of Impact Velocity
Guest Speaker: Mr. Samuel Tan, CEO of All Saints Home
Bringing Hope for Those Struggling to Find Health and Happiness: Hope Zvara (USA)
Date – May 05, 2023 Season – 1 Episode – 39
“We all struggle. The key is – Can we learn from those struggles and then turn around and help another?”
Dr. Ramesh meets with Ms. Hope Zvara, who has struggled with multiple addictions and mental demons, yet turned her life around and is now living her dream and passion of helping others live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
CEO of Mother Trucker Yoga, Hope is a movement and lifestyle expert and entrepreneur. She has been working with people in pain, showing them how small, simple changes add up to big results.
Hope’s mission is to share her story and everything she has learned to help people thrive. Join Dr. Ramesh as Hope shares with us candidly her personal journey and tips to a healthy, happy and useful life.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
If you’re interested in building crisis resilience, Dr. Ramesh will be launching her new book on the crisis ready mindset in the second half of 2023. Make sure you follow Dr. Ramesh on LinkedIn so that you’ll get her new book alert!
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host, Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible & Founder of Impact Velocity
Guest Speaker: Ms. Hope Zvara, Co-Founder & CEO of Mother Trucker Yoga, Creator of STIFF Mother Trucker Pain Relief Cream, Author, Speaker, Board Member of Holistic Health Educators, Owner of Copper Tree Wellness Studio
From Engineer to Incubation and Startup Ecosystem Builder: Jen VuHuong (Vietnam)
Date – April 05, 2023 Seaeon – 1 Episode – 37
Opening the heart and clearing the mind can open one up to experiencing life and self differently.
This is the story of a tenacious Vietnamese woman who rose above her internal stories as ‘that weird kid’ to embark on a journey to pursue her passions, creating in the process, her personal brand and success story.
Today, Ms. Jen VuHuong is an innovation and startup ecosystem builder, coach, trainer and author. She shares with Dr. Ramesh her journey as just a kid from the countryside to becoming an engineer in global tech companies, teaching, studying, and traveling to multiple countries; and living her mission of empowering people to create joy and impact in life.
Join us to hear these stories in Jen’s own words as she inspires us to become keen observers in our own life journey.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
If you’re interested in building crisis resilience, Dr. Ramesh will be launching her new book on the crisis ready mindset in the first half of 2023. Make sure you follow Dr. Ramesh on LinkedIn so that you’ll get her new book alert!
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host, Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible & Founder of Impact Velocity
Guest Speaker: Ms. Jen VuHuong, Innovation and Startup Ecosystem Builder, Coach, Trainer and Author.
Breaking Free of Workaholism to Take On The Most Important Job of All: Max-F. Scheichenost (Vietnam)
Date – March 22, 2023 Season – 1 Episode – 36
Description – Hard-driving yet reflective, Max-F. Scheichenost is a successful serial entrepreneur, investor and venture capitalist. In today’s episode, he has a heart-to-heart conversation with Dr. Ramesh, retracing his journey from his childhood in Austria, riding Europe’s Internet boom to landing in Asia, where life surprises him.
He was handed the the most important job in the world – as father to his young son, and underwent a personal transformation to break free of a self-built prison of workaholism.
Being obsessed with chasing achievements had deeply hurt Max’s health and relationships. Join Dr. Ramesh as Max shares his ongoing journey to redefine success, balance and meaning in life.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
If you’re interested in building crisis resilience, Dr. Ramesh will be launching her new book on the crisis ready mindset in the first half of 2023. Make sure you follow Dr. Ramesh on LinkedIn so that you’ll get her new book alert!
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Mr. Max-F. Scheichenost, Partner, Mekong Capital
International Women’s Day Special – Unleashing the Power of Women: Marina Mahathir (Malaysia)
Date – March 08, 2023 Seadon – 1 Episode – 35
Description – Welcome to our International Women’s Day 2023 special episode of Thriving in the Age of Disruption podcast. This year’s IWD theme is #EmbraceEquity and we’re excited to celebrate by sharing inspiring ideas of how we can all work to create a world where women are valued, respected, and empowered.
Dr. Ramesh has a very special guest, Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir, a renowned Malaysian socio-political activist and writer. Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir is also a fearless voice for women’s rights, gender equality, religious freedom and justice. The eldest child of Malaysia’s longest-serving Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, she has worked tirelessly to break down barriers and pave the way for women to rise and thrive.
In this episode, Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir shares her journey, her struggles, and triumphs as a woman in the public eye, in a patriarchal society. We’ll also discuss the critical issues that women face today and how we can all work together and #embraceequity to empower women and amplify their voices.
So sit back, grab a cup of tea and join Dr. Ramesh for this personal conversation on overcoming struggles, finding growth and building more inclusive societies where every woman has the opportunity to thrive.
Share this podcast with your family, friends and colleagues – Let’s all come together to #EmbraceEquity.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
If you’re interested in Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir’s latest book The Apple and the Tree – Life as Dr Mahathir’s Daughter, go to Amazon.com.
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir, Writer, Activist, Founder of Zafigo
Can Big Hairy Audacious Goals Make Good Products and Life Go Bad? Ms. Radhika Dutt (USA)
Date – March 02, 2023 Seadon – 1 Episode – 34
The author of Radical Product Thinking, Radhika Dutt poses some thought-provoking ideas that challenge conventional wisdom on broad vision statements and Big Hairy Audacious Goals (or BHAGs).
We’ve all heard about BHAGs. But does focusing on them (like Steve Jobs did) actually make for better products and a better life? The obsession with just being big and ‘go big or go home’ can sometimes mean that we forget what’s the problem we’re solving for.
Join Dr. Ramesh and Radhika as they discuss radical product thinking and see if you can apply these insights beyond just building great products, to creating a happy and meaningful personal life.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
If you’re interested in building crisis resilience, Dr. Ramesh will be launching her new book on the crisis ready mindset in the first half of 2023. Make sure you follow Dr. Ramesh on LinkedIn so that you’ll get her new book alert!
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Ms. Radika Dutt, Author of Radical Product Thinking
The Future of Work – Finding Alignment Of Values, Interests And Purpose: Daan van Rossum (Vietnam)
February 16, 2023 Sesaon – 1 Episode – 32
Have you ever met someone who just looks like they are having the time of their life, every day? Someone who bubbles with a contagious energy and yet contains a quiet conviction within? That person has something that most don’t – They’ve found a direction and purpose that are aligned in their work and personal life.
Daan van Rossum shares his journey of how he first jumped into entrepreneurship young, subsequently worked hard to achieve corporate career success and came a full circle to creating his own dream job and companies in order to pursue his “ikigai” (life purpose) of helping people find their purpose and design their everyday work life towards it.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
If you’re interested in building crisis resilience, Dr. Ramesh will be launching her new book on the crisis ready mindset in the first half of 2023. Make sure you follow Dr. Ramesh on LinkedIn so that you’ll get her new book alert!
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Mr. Daan van Rossum, CEO – FlexOS and Dreamplex
Is Your Business Harnessing the Six Capitals for Sustainable Value Creation? Dr. Nisha Kohli (Singapore/Thailand)
February 1, 2023 Season – 1 Episode – 31
NOW is the time to shift gears and engage individuals and organisations in moving towards Sustainability. Dr. Ramesh has just co-founded Impact Velocity to build an ecosystem of resources and network to fulfil the vision of a sustainable, thriving, living system. So she was really excited to meet with Dr. Nisha Kohli, an impact leader in Sustainability and ESG consulting.
Dr. Nisha is at the forefront of shaping practical Sustainability solutions. Her conversation with Dr. Ramesh covers a breath and depth of issues ranging from personal, to thriving by all species beyond humanity and the kind of approach forward-looking businesses can take. Only by harnessing the six reservoirs of capital can organisations continuously strive to create enduring value for their brand, business, stakeholders and Earth’s entire living system.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com
If you’re interested in building crisis resilience, Dr. Ramesh will be launching her new book on the crisis-ready mindset in the first half of 2023. Make sure you follow Dr. Ramesh on LinkedIn so that you’ll get her new book alert!
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
How Fulfilling a Greater Purpose in Life Can Make You Happier: Dr. Ton van der Velden (Vietnam)
January 20, 2023 Season – 1 Episode – 30
Dr. Ramesh has on her show today a man who’s not just his words. A man of true actions, of rigour and sincerity. Dr. Ton van der Velden is a medical doctor from Holland, with over 30 years’ experience working on health care systems across Asia. Today, he calls Hanoi (Vietnam) home, where he has founded and runs home nursing care companies.
Those who know Ton will find him unflappable. Join Dr. Ramesh to hear Ton’s story in his own steadfast voice, which positively affirms the value and potential of being human.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com
If you’re interested in building crisis resilience, Dr. Ramesh will be launching her new book on the crisis-ready mindset in the first half of 2023. Make sure you follow Dr. Ramesh on LinkedIn so that you’ll get her new book alert!
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
How I Became a Successful Entrepreneur with Zero Network, Qualifications, Experience or Support: Ms. Snehal Singh (India)
January 06, 2023 Season – 1 Episode – 29
Today, Ms. Snehal Singh is a successful publisher and coach with repeat clients from all over the world. She didn’t have any standard tertiary qualifications, business experience, network or resources to boast about. Her family is far from wealthy, nor are they in any position to encourage or support her independent entrepreneurial aspirations.
Yet, Ms. Snehal has become a successful entrepreneur, who in her first year set the audacious goal helping 100 people achieve their publishing dreams and nailed it. How?
Join Dr. Ramesh and Snehal as they journey through Snehal’s personal and business ups and downs, explore how Snehal builds a formidable abundance and growth mindset and pick up some gems for yourself, that we hope will spark and guide you toward consistently showing up and stepping into your own power!
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
If you’re interested in building crisis resilience, Dr. Ramesh will be launching her new book on the crisis ready mindset in the first half of 2023. Make sure you follow Dr. Ramesh on LinkedIn so that you’ll get her new book alert!
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Ms. Snehal Singh, Publisher & Founder of Mind Spirit Works Publishing
Pushing Past the Struggles, Uncertainties & Loneliness of Being an Entrepreneur Boss: Daron Hongsananda (Thailand)
DECEMBER 20, 2022 SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 28
o many, Daron Hongsananda is the scion of a successful real estate business family in Thailand, and the Founder of Koze, a comfort-centric furniture business. Dr. Ramesh digs in deeper to hear Daron’s story, beyond the gilded surface of wealth and privilege, to answer the question, “What is it really like to be an entrepreneur?”
Moving beyond the usual hype you hear about excitement, prestige and profitability that comes with starting your own businesses, Daron shares his own story about the struggles, loneliness and tough personal decisions he has to make as an entrepreneur.
It certainly is not easy – Starting from scratch, planning and executing an idea, worrying about money and deadlines, the pressure to deliver, and working with a myriad of people … Founding his own business has opened Daron’s eyes to the fact that ultimately, you are responsible for your own success in life.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Daron Hongsananda Founder, Koze Furniture
How I Persisted In Starting My Own Business Despite Tons Of Naysayers: Mr. Anil Dagia (India)
23 November 2022 Season: 01 Episode: 26
For Mr. Anil Dagia, starting his own business was the opportunity to contribute to others and live life on his own terms.
Many around Anil did not mince their words when he told them he was quitting his cushy and high-paying successful IT career to start his own business in training and coaching.
Yet Anil persisted, driven by the clarity that he simply needed to deliver value on what his clients truly wanted and needed. He soon found that not only is it fulfilling to succeed as an entrepreneur, it’s also possible to earn a good living whilst deeply connecting with and touching the lives of tens of thousands of people.
Anil has since become a leading Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) trainer. In his conversation with Dr. Ramesh, he generously shares his insights, wrapped in interesting analogies, around what it takes to make that big jump into entrepreneurship. He also talks about how to to lead, manage crisis and leverage the structure of thinking, creating real shifts to become more effective in life.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Mr. Anil Dagia, NLP Trainer, ICF Accredited Course Master Trainer, CxO Coach, Life & Business Coach, 5th Element
Quitting My Corporate Job to Pursue My Entrepreneurial Dream: Ms. Nguyen Thi Minh Giang (Vietnam)
NOVEMBER 08, 2022 SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 25
Ms. Nguyen Thi Minh Giang left her high-flying corporate job in Human Resources to pursue her life’s purpose and embark upon her entrepreneurial journey.
Join Dr. Ramesh as she explores with Minh Giang her entrepreneurial passion, personal growth experiences and how she’s left her thriving corporate career and taken that leap of faith to create her own business. To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship (back link to Amazon book link)
Guest Speaker: Ms. Nguyen Thi Minh Giang (back link to her LinkedIn profile – https://www.linkedin.com/in/nguyen-thi-minh-giang-902ab18/?originalSubdomain=vn), Co-Founder & Partner of Leaders and Culture, Newing; Executive Board Member of Strategy and Membership Committee, Ho Chi Minh City Association for Women Executives & Entrepreneurs (HAWEE)
Mindset for Success – There is No Problem in the World that Cannot Be Solved: Prof. Inderjit Singh
CTOBER 26, 2022 SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 24
Dr. Ramesh meets with Prof. Inderjit Singh Dhaliwal, who brings his varied experience as a multinational company leader, a serial entrepreneur, a policymaker, an educator, and an author to this conversation.
An avid champion for entrepreneurship, Prof. Inderjit certainly walks the talk, having started multiple companies and being involved in social, political and educational initiatives to support entrepreneurship.
In this episode, Dr. Ramesh dives into Prof. Inderjit’s mindset for success, especially his belief that there’s no problem in the world that cannot be solved. Prof. Inderjit also shares about his book The Art and Science of Entrepreneurship, which details his entrepreneurial journey and translates his practical experience and insights into theory, to provide useful lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset, get your copy of The Art and Science of Entrepreneurship by Prof. Inderjit Singh on Amazon.com, and The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 by Dr. Ramesh at www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Prof. Inderjit Singh Dhaliwal, President at WBAF Global Startup Committee, Founder & CEO of Solstar International Pte Ltd
Dynamic Mother Daughter Duo Share Entrepreneurial Mindset & Infinite Possibilities: Ms. Susan Lay & Ms. Cartin Ong (Australia)
October 10, 2022 | Season: 1 Episode: 23
Join Dr. Ramesh as she chats with dynamic mother and daughter duo, Ms. Susan Lay and Ms. Cartin Ong, who make for really interesting listening due to their diverse viewpoints from seasoned business executive to ambitious young Changemaker.
Susan and Cartin demonstrate the type of easy mother-daughter relationship where you can just sense the deep mutual respect and support underlying their friendly banter.
They talk about the entrepreneurial mindset, overcoming challenges and having the courage to take action, and give you an intimate glimpse into their lives and their drive to thrive, living a life of infinite possibilities.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speakers:
Ms. Susan Lay, Chair and Non-Executive Director of QTG Limited; Board Advisor to Arvensys Group (AGL)
Ms. Cartin Ong, Founder of TeenMeets; Delegate at UN Youth Australia; High School Student
Venturing Out – Lessons From My Entrepreneurial Journey: Mr. Rajiv Dalmia (United Arab Emirates)
September 26, 2022 | Season: 1 Episode: 22
Description – Starting a business from scratch is one of the hardest things a person can do. It’s also one of the most rewarding. The ability to take calculated risks is surely one of the defining characteristics that separates successful entrepreneurs like Mr. Rajiv Dalmia, Founder and Chairman of Data Direct Group, from those who just dream about it.
Rajiv shares with Dr. Ramesh how he left the safety of the family business, to strike out on his own to build a successful life and business, in a new country and a new industry.
Don’t miss Dr. Ramesh’s conversation with Rajiv as he shares practical advice and insights from his tech entrepreneurship journey.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Mr. Rajiv Dalmia, Founder & Chairman, Data Direct Group
Winning One of the World’s Toughest Triathlons, Swiss Ultra Deca Ultratriathlon World Championship 2022: Ms Thanh Vu (Vietnam)
September 13, 2022 | Season: 1 Episode: 21
First she crosses four of the world’s harshest deserts. Then she wins one of the world’s toughest sports tournaments.
Meet Ms. Thanh Vu, Vietnam’s first woman ultra-marathoner. And newly-crowned World Champion of the Swiss Ultra Deca Ultratriathlon 2022 in Switzerland.
Join Dr. Ramesh as she chats with Thanh to understand what motivates her to overcome incredible athletic challenges, set impossible goals, and experience the thrill of reaching her dreams.
Share Thanh’s journey with Dr. Ramesh and gain inspiration too – To strive, to thrive and to become the best version of ourselves.
To learn more about the entrepreneurial mindset with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Ms. Thanh Vu, Ultra Triathlete; Number 1 Brand Ambassador, Tan Hiep Phat (THP)
Beyond Millionaire Dreams – Finding Peace and Purpose: Mrs. Tassinee Vajarasthira
August 18, 2022 | Season: 1 Episode: 19
Mrs. Tassinee Vajarasthira (informally known as Khun Waew) is the founder of one of Thailand’s leading food ingredients company. She shares her story with Dr. Ramesh about going beyond business success to finding her purpose in life.
Inspired by her mother’s spiritual transformation, Khun Waew found a strong calling to learn to live with wisdom, compassion and inner peace every day. Come listen to her personal story where she journeys from ‘zero’ to exceeding her millionaire dream, and now towards spiritual fulfilment by embarking on a trans-generational project to build a ‘Wonder of the World’ in Thailand. This life mission, in turn, spurs her on to achieve ever greater and sustainable success for her business and her people.
Click through if you’re interested to find out more about the Sihanakhon temple complex under construction at Wat Phu Man Fah in Thailand.
To learn more about Entrepreneurship with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Mrs. Tassinee Vajarasthira, Founder & Chairman, Abbra Group
Creating Circles of Life with The Gentle Warrior: Mrs. Ivy Singh
August 08, 2022 | Season: 1 Episode: 18
Mrs. Ivy Singh-Lim is possibly one of the best-known larger-than-life personalities in Singapore. She champions various causes and walks the talk in living a purposeful life. Join Dr. Ramesh as she catches up with Singapore’s infamous firebrand and Gentle Warrior in the lush, green paradise of BollyWood Farms, an organic farm Ivy co-founded with her husband Lim Ho Seng.
While there are many who do not agree with Ivy’s views, which she expresses in straight and colourful terms, we hope you’ll be able to hear the deeper message that lies beneath her tough talk and provocative views.
You’re guaranteed a spirited, no holds barred discussion on entrepreneurship, women and leadership, spirituality, and creating a Circle of Life. With characteristic authenticity and raw honesty, hear how Ivy cares deeply and fights for Singapore her country, her people, and for humanity.
To rejuvenate your senses and enjoy some amazing farm-to-table really fresh food, you’re welcome to visit BollyWood Farms and the surrounding Kranji Countryside.
To learn more about Entrepreneurship with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
The Power of Vision and Intention: Mr. Chris Freund
July 22, 2022 | Season: 1 Episode: 17
Listen to Dr. Ramesh’s conversation with groundbreaking entrepreneur, Mr. Chris Freund, Founder of Mekong Capital, the first hands-on Private Equity firm in Vietnam. Chris grew up in Chicago (US) but was inexorably drawn to Asia, finally settling down in Vietnam at age 29.
Find out how Chris expresses his love for Vietnam in his pioneering role in the development of the country’s nascent private sector, whilst adding value to the company’s investment portfolios, investee companies and employees.
You’ll learn from this seasoned entrepreneur how his commitment to transformation led to him turning around his business, as well as fulfilling his life’s purpose, living in balance and thriving.
To learn more about Entrepreneurship with Dr. Ramesh, get your copy of The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0 on Amazon.com or www.Dr-Ramesh.com.
Also read Chris’ book Crab Hotpot, a story about a bunch of crabs who found themselves stuck in a boiling pot, and how they chose to transform themselves to be able to achieve their shared objectives, cllck here to buy on Amazon (English) and Tiki (Vietnamese).
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Mr. Chris Freund, Founder & Partner, Mekong Capital
Finding the Right Mentor for Personal Success: Dr. Jessica Leong
June 24, 2022 | 1 EPISODE: 15
Having the right mentor can change lives and set one on the path to accomplishing something beyond what we can imagine is possible.
Dr. Jessica Leong is a pioneer and leader in the field of Transactional Analysis in Singapore. Besides her thriving private practice in psychotherapy, she is also a founding director and CEO of a leading academy for executive counselling and training in Singapore called ECTA.
In this podcast, Dr. Leong shares how, with the support of her former boss and mentor, she overcame self-doubt to realise her lifelong dream of entrepreneurship and helping those less fortunate than herself.
Dr. Ramesh was a student leader when she first met Dr. Leong, who was then a student counsellor staff at a tertiary institute. Subsequently, Dr. Leong became one of Dr.Ramesh’s earliest mentors.
Join us in this episode where Dr. Ramesh and Dr. Leong share how to create a powerful mentor-mentee relationship and practical insights on how to thrive in life.
Guest Speaker: Dr. Jessica Leong, Founding Director, CEO/Clinical & Academic Director, Executive Counselling and Training Academy (ECTA)
PhD, Counselling Psychology, MA in Counselling and Msc in TA Psychotherapy
Taking Technology Solutions from Lab to Market: Dr. Krishna Kumar Nallur
JUNE 10, 2022 | 1 EPISODE: 14
“I’ve got an idea. It’s going to change everything.”
Enter Krish’s world of technopreneurship, where it’s all about taking an idea in the Lab and having the business, technical and operational focus and savvy to develop and launch technology solutions into the market successfully. The key is to deliver value to users and in the process, one might just transform industries and the way we work.
Dr. Ramesh also explores with Krish his personal challenges to find that elusive balance in work, play and life. As Krish’s favourite quote goes, “The wisdom of life lies in the elimination of the non-essentials”, he shares the key question we must ask ourselves, in pursuit of a simple life and realising our true potential in order to truly thrive.
Join us so you don’t miss the diverse views on #entrepreneurship discussed in this episode.
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible
Guest Speaker: Dr. Krishna Kumar Nallur, CEO, SPEEDCARGO Technologies
Meet the Woman Who Taught Me About Life and Empowerment – My Mother Jaya Ramachandra
May 26, 2022 Thursday | SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 13
I’m so proud of my mother, Jaya Baleswari Ramachandra and her new book Homeland Memories Newland Adventures. My mother, Jaya is my inspiration and role model. She’s the reason why I’m fiercely independent and fully engaged as an entrepreneur focused on empowering others to find their growth pathways.
This book records Jaya’s memories of her family in Jaffna to growing up in Colombo, and her thoughts on the ethnic tensions in Ceylon from the 1950s to the end of civil war in 2009. Having lived in Singapore since the 1970s, Jaya reflects on life in the Lion City, her challenges and joys as a woman, daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, friend and a lifelong learner. An energetic, creative and curious individual, Jaya also shares her journey into entrepreneurship, volunteerism and inspires with her passion for adventure and life.
My mom’s raw honesty makes me proud to share her book with everyone. Do pick up your copy at Amazon. Enjoy!
Applying Psychology to Astrology for Personal Fulfilment in Life: Ms. May Sim
May 11, 2022 | SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 12
Join Dr. Ramesh as she brings you a fresh and alternative perspective with Ms. May Sim, Asia’s premier psychological astrologer and founder of her own unique business, Selfstrology Academy. May is known for her practical, no-nonsense and structured approach to applying astrology towards achieving one’s personal purpose and fulfilment.
In this episode, May shares her personal entrepreneurship journey on how she moved away from the straight and narrow career path as a financially successful general manager at the age of only 24, to take the courageous dive into her passion to build an unusual profession in Astrology.
Engaging Businesses To Go Beyond Profitability To Greater Value Creation: Mr. Paul Tan
April 27, 2022 | SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 11
We believe in the power of business to make a positive impact on environment, society and governance, at all levels of scale.
Are you pushing beyond profitability, to be ahead of the sustainability curve in your mindset and business practices, to create greater value? Join Dr. Ramesh and Mr. Paul Tan, a professional services expert, as they explore Paul’s personal story on how being people-oriented and god-fearing have empowered him to build loyal teams, serve long term clients and profitable businesses sustainably.
Unleashing Entrepreneurial Talent into Social Enterprises to Help Marginalised Women: Ms. Shelley Siu
APRIL 13, 2022 | SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 10
Social enterprises, or businesses that are looking to solve social problems, are usually started by someone who has a personal motivation, passion, or connection to the issue.
Come join Dr. Ramesh and Ms. Shelley Siu, who is a woman on a mission – The mission to help marginalised women and give them the skills and support needed to start a small business. Despite being the privileged daughter of the President of a bank, Shelley has an unquenchable fire to give back. Follow the colourful life story of the maven behind the iconic Singapore Shawl, as she unleashes her entrepreneurial talent into social enterprises that give hope and empower women to build a livelihood.
Keys to Building a Successful Network – Social Capital and Relationship Planning: Dr. Nisha Abu Bakar
APRIL 01, 2022 | SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 9
Making the right connections can open doors to new opportunities, wider perspectives and a better life. How do you find your way to success and happiness? Who are the people you need in your network to make it happen?
Come join uber-networker and one of LinkedIn Singapore’s 2022 Top 10 Voices in Gender Equity, Dr. Nisha Abu Bakar as she shares with Dr. Ramesh her insights on strategic relationship planning and social capital as key elements for career advancement and life fulfilment
If you are interested to unlock your potential and nurture your growth and development towards the next level of effective leadership in your business, community, and society, check out the Asian Women Leadership Program designed by Dr. Ramesh, Dr. Nisha and Poorani Thanusha.
Vietnam’s Leading Beverage Maker, Deputy CEO Phuong Uyen Tran of THP Shares Her Personal Success Factors
March 22, 2022 | SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 8
When you are trying to start your own journey of success, it can be very difficult to know where to start. What do successful leaders do differently? How do they overcome challenges?
We had the chance to explore these issues with Ms. Phuong Uyen Tran, Deputy CEO of Vietnam’s leading beverage manufacturer Tan Hiep Phat Group, and we’re excited to share her riveting stories and personal success factors with you.
Champion for Women and the Underprivileged: Dr. Anamah Tan
MARCH 11, 2022 | SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 7
Dr. Anamah Tan shares a fascinating view into her growing up years in patriarchal postwar Singapore from the 1940s, where “men were making all the arrangements” for her life, to becoming truly a pioneering woman leader of her time – A dedicated family lawyer and champion for the rights of women and the underprivileged.
Celebrating International Women’s Day? Let’s Listen to An Uplifting Podcast
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 6
It’s surprising how many people have no idea what International Women’s Day is, let alone what the day stands for. In this special podcast series of Asian Women Changemakers, we’ll get inspired, uplifted and motivated to find our tribe, dream big and go on a journey to make positive changes in the world together.
New Book Launch! The Big Jump into Entrepreneurship 2.0: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra
FEBRUARY 21, 2022 | SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 5
Come join Dr. Ramesh as she personally gives you the insider’s view on what her new book is all about and how nurturing an entrepreneurial mindset can give us valuable life skills that will help us solve everyday problems, adapt to changes, manage risks, and create value in our work and our lives.
If you’re interested in becoming a successful entrepreneur or tapping into the value of developing an entrepreneurial mindset, this practical how-to book is a must-read.
The 3Cs to Overcome Crises in Our Lives: Mr. Subba Vaidyanathan
FEBRUARY 07, 2022 | SEASON 1 EPISODE 4
Learn to develop a crisis-ready mindset with Dr. Ramesh and mindfulness expert Subba, also known to friends as ‘wise teacher’. Subba has weathered multiple crises in life, from losing his father and sole breadwinner at the tender age of thirteen, to surviving meltdown as a high-profile banker in the global financial crisis. He is now a changemaker who helps others unlock new ways of thinking and escape from being trapped in a state of stress, insecurity and fear.
An Entrepreneurial Mindset for Success: Dr. Kevin Cheong (Part 1)
DECEMBER 24, 2021 | SEASON 1 EPISODE 1
Facing mortality as a teenager needing life-saving brain surgeries after a biking accident and surviving cancer in his beloved wife, Kevin shares his journey to becoming an industry leader in tourism and destination development across Asia, in addition to mentoring the third generation in the family business, founding a successful tourism and destination consultancy and shaping tourism education and Covid-19 recovery in Singapore. Be it succeeding at a corporate career, engaging teams or starting businesses, Kevin shows you how an entrepreneurial mindset coupled with crisis resilience empowers him to adapt and thrive in his many roles, despite the surprises that life throws his way.
Introduction – Thriving with Dr. Ramesh
DECEMBER 20, 2021 | SEASON 1 CURTAINRAISER
The Thriving in the Age of Disruption Podcast is dedicated to helping you get more of what you want out of your personal and professional life. Every 2 weeks, host Dr. Ramesh will share her experience from over 30 years in business and thousands of hours coaching entrepreneurs.
Growing the Family Business Pie: Dr. Kevin Cheong (Part 2)
JANUARY 07, 2022 | SEASON 1 EPISODE 2
Kevin shares tension points in trans-generational legacy in the succession planning for the third generation to grow the family business. “How do you ensure the new emperors and kings of their own little kingdoms are not complacent” but hungry to sharpen their entrepreneurial skills and mindset to “develop trophies for themselves”? We’ll also get personal with Kevin in our conversation about what spirituality means to him.
The Big Reset – Moving Home to the US amidst the Covid Pandemic: Ms. Christy Davis
JANUARY 21, 2022 | DAVIS SEASON 1 EPISODE 3
Christy has just made the big reset of uprooting her whole life after living the last 30 years in Asia, to return to the US, in the chaos of the Covid pandemic, to look after her elderly mother. Join us to hear Christy’s story and to explore how entrepreneurship in a corporate setting, or intrapreneurship, works with the launch of a social enterprise supported by the organisation that Christy was working for, and the challenges and struggles of managing a social enterprise, especially in terms of funding and long-term viability. We’ll also learn how Christy has built resilience early in life, which has supported her in transitioning from being a successful woman leader in corporate, to humanitarian work and to founding a social enterprise.
Join the extensive network of fellow entrepreneurs, thought leaders, academics and inspiring women leaders in Asia to take deliberate steps towards meaningful and powerful living.