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The next 10 years is going to be The Golden Age for India filled with infinite once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, but if you don’t prepare and grow yourself to win these opportunities then you won’t be able to achieve your ‘Indian Dream’.
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India's Broken Medical System: NEET, Doctor Violence & Salaries | Dr. Nachiket | FO513 Raj Shamani
4d ago01:31:33Tap to summarizeGet your hand-picked playbook here: https://www.figuringout.co/pdf/fo-513Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:32) - How Difficult Is It to Become a Doctor in India?(07:41) - Seat Blocking Through Donations(10:54) - Top & Respected Private Colleges(14:01) - How Many Seats Does a Private Medical College Have?(16:39) - The Most & Least Expensive Medical Branches(20:51) - Is Medicine an Elite Profession?(23:13) - Healthcare Scams in India(33:45) - Why Do Doctors Leave India?(36:45) - The Process of Becoming a Doctor Abroad(41:28) - Doctors in India vs. Abroad(42:27) - Why Are People Studying Medicine in Russia?(48:22) - How to Identify a Good Medical College(52:33) - Doctors Are the Worst-Treated Community in India(55:07) - Is Overworking Doctors Bad for Patients?(1:01:24) - How Can Corrupt Doctors Earn Money?(1:01:58) - Is There an Organ Black Market?(1:05:22) - Which Medical Specialty Will Be in Demand?(1:07:13) - Will AI Replace Doctors?(1:08:26) - The Story Behind His First Watch(1:10:44) - His Entrepreneurial Journey(1:21:06) - How Was His Company Acquired by a Japanese Company?(1:28:27) - What's Next for Him?(1:30:10) - BTS(1:30:42) - OutroIn today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Nachiket Bhatia, Ex-CEO of DBMCI, Entrepreneur & Angel Investor, to understand the reality of medical education and healthcare in India.We discuss how difficult it really is to become a doctor in India, the pressure students face, and the truth about buying medical seats in private and government colleges. Dr. Bhatia explains the biggest problems inside the medical system, why many doctors still don’t feel safe despite years of training, and why so many Indian doctors are leaving the country.The conversation also covers the treatment doctors receive in hospitals, patient safety concerns, the business side of medical education, and the disturbing reality of illegal organ trade in India. This episode gives a practical look at the healthcare system from someone who has seen it closely for years.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Nachiket Bhatia here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.nachiketbhatiaLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nachiket-bhatia/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
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Chris Williamson On Champion Mindset, Greatness, Loneliness, Ambition & Burnout | FO512 Raj Shamani
6d ago02:23:48Tap to summarizeCheckout Goibibo: https://app.goibibo.com/mnXF/ol62526nGet your hand-picked playbook here: https://www.figuringout.co/pdf/fo-512Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.Order 'Build, Don't Talk' (in English) here: https://amzn.eu/d/eCfijRuOrder 'Build Don't Talk' (in Hindi) here: https://amzn.eu/d/4wZISO0Follow Our Whatsapp Channel: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaokF5x0bIdi3Qn9ef2JSubscribe To Our Other YouTube Channels:-https://www.youtube.com/@rajshamaniclipshttps://www.youtube.com/@RajShamani.Shorts📺 Watch Figuring Out episodes on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLE0Jo6NF_JYO5-phess8GKafKMtPv3tfZ(00:00) - Intro(02:19) - Who Is Chris Williamson?(03:34) - Copying Others Isn't Bad if It Doesn't Consume You(06:51) - Why Do High Achievers Always Want More?(11:33) - Does He Care About Rankings?(16:29) - The "Grass Is Greener" Phenomenon(24:14) - Chris Williamson: "I Don't Want to Be a Billionaire"(30:23) - Discipline, Motivation & Obsession(36:57) - Is Arrogance Important to Become the G.O.A.T.?(46:55) - What Is "Suffering Strategically Managed"?(49:36) - Why Do Outsiders Win More?(59:46) - What's the Mechanism of Change?(1:04:50) - Friendships Shouldn't Feel Transactional(1:09:53) - Learn the Rules Before Breaking Them(1:13:00) - What Happens When Men Are Told Not to Be Something?(1:15:30) - Is Showing Vulnerability Good?(1:24:46) - Structure vs. Free Will in Becoming a Man(1:29:19) - Do British People Feel Superior Because They Colonized the World?(1:32:44) - Why Is Colonization Hidden From British Children?(1:36:48) - Did He or His Friends Ever Feel Privileged?(1:38:26) - Why Are People Obsessed With Class?(1:40:45) - Why Is the UK in Shambles Right Now?(1:49:40) - Trying & Failing Is Better Than Not Trying(1:55:53) - When Should People Feel Shame?(2:04:37) - Which Lasts Longer: Arranged or Love Marriages?(2:06:55) - One Thing People Need to Hear About Failed Relationships(2:10:44) - Do People Choose Partners Based on Looks or Power?(2:17:58) - What Would He Tell an 18-Year-Old About Power?(2:20:09) - What's the Definition of Power?(2:21:07) - BTS(2:22:59) - OutroIn today’s episode, we sit down with Chris Williamson, Host of Modern Wisdom and Co-Founder of Neutonic, to talk about ambition, masculinity, success, and the hidden psychology behind high performers.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Chris Williamson here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillxAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamani https://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRaj https://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamani https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
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Why Doctors Leave India: Brain Drain, Low Pay & Healthcare Crisis | Dr. Bhaskar | FO511 Raj Shamani
1w ago01:20:45Tap to summarizeCheck out KIMS Hospitals: https://www.kimshospitals.com/Get your hand-picked playbook here: https://www.figuringout.co/pdf/fo-511Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(03:08) - Who Is Dr. B. Bhaskar Rao & What Does He Do?(19:16) - What Is Loss Funding?(23:32) - Healthcare Saw a Massive Boom Post-COVID(34:12) - What Do Village Doctors Have That Big Hospitals Don't?(38:25) - Indian Healthcare vs. Australian Healthcare(40:08) - Which Country Leads in Healthcare Technology?(42:43) - Why Are Prostate Cysts Increasing in Young Men?(43:50) - Why Don't Young Doctors Want to Stay in India?(47:50) - Who Saves More Money: Indian or American Doctors?(48:23) - What Convinced Him to Take a Loan to Start a Business?(51:41) - 5 Things He Looks for Before Acquiring a Hospital(56:28) - What Do 30,000 Surgeries Teach You?(1:01:10) - Why Do Indians Find Healthcare Expensive?(1:07:12) - How Has He Retained 98% of His Doctors?(1:09:11) - Does He Invest Heavily in R&D?(1:12:07) - Why Did He Start a Hospital in Afghanistan?(1:15:42) - What Can the World Learn From Indian Healthcare?(1:19:29) - India Will Only Grow When...(1:19:57) - OutroIn today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. B. Bhaskar Rao, Founder of KIMS Hospitals, for an honest conversation about India’s healthcare system, rising treatment costs, hospital economics, and the future of healthcare in India.He talks about his journey from becoming a doctor to building one of India’s leading hospital networks, the lessons he learned from healthcare systems in India and Australia, and what it really takes to run and scale hospitals in a country where affordability remains one of the biggest challenges. Dr. Rao also shares why treatment costs often run into crores and the harsh financial reality many Indian families face because of medical expenses.The conversation also covers doctor brain drain, why thousands of Indian doctors move abroad, what India must do to retain top medical talent, and how technology and management are reshaping modern healthcare. He also breaks down the exact framework he follows before building or acquiring a hospital.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow KIMS Hospitals here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimshospitalsAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
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India’s Real Crisis, Gold, Middle Class & Falling Rupee | Jayant | FO510 Raj Shamani
2w ago02:01:34Tap to summarizeGet your hand-picked playbook here: https://www.figuringout.co/pdf/fo-510Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:40) - Who Is Jayant Mundhra?(03:44) - Why Is Our Prime Minister Asking Us Not to Buy Gold?(08:52) - Why Do People Prefer Yuan Loans Over Dollars?(16:19) - Where Do the Indian Government's Priorities Lie?(22:41) - The Three Predictions: Prediction 1(27:45) - What Should India Do to Grow?(40:36) - Why Are Indians Struggling Financially Despite Economic Growth?(55:49) - Prediction 2(1:03:42) - Does Real Estate Depend on Supply & Demand?(1:14:03) - Why Is the Cost of Doing Business in India High?(1:18:51) - Why High Costs Make Manufacturing in India Difficult(1:35:54) - What's the Microfinance Crisis?(1:41:22) - Prediction 3(1:54:06) - 3 key insights from this podcast(1:58:45) - Closing thoughts(2:00:11) - BTS(2:00:46) - OutroIn today’s episode, we sit down with Jayant Mundhra, Founder - Biz News+ and Creator - Decoding the Dragon & BharatNama Newsletters, to understand the deeper problems behind India’s economy.We discuss why PM Modi asked Indians to buy less gold, how gold imports weaken the rupee, and why India remains heavily dependent on imports despite calling itself self-reliant. Jayant explains China’s long-term strategy, why the yuan is slowly gaining power, and why India still struggles to compete with China in manufacturing.The conversation also covers weak currency, energy dependency, AI outflow, freebies vs long-term growth, and why India risks becoming only a consumer economy. He explains why solving supply chains, production, and industrial depth matters more than short-term narratives.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Jayant Mundhra here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketswithjayant/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jshilanjanm/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
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Sourav Ganguly on Leadership, Team Building, BCCI, Match-Fixing Era & Aggression | FO509 Raj Shamani
2w ago01:31:31Tap to summarizeGet your hand-picked playbook here: https://www.figuringout.co/pdf/fo-509Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:42) - Who Is Sourav Ganguly?(03:41) - Why Does He Bat Left-Handed?(06:22) - What Has Changed About India?(08:15) - His Experience When He First Became Captain(19:15) - What Was His First Hard Conversation as a Captain?(20:43) - Why Did He Bring Aggression to the Indian Team?(27:52) - What's the Difference Between Aggression & Anger?(29:18) - How to Turn a Docile Person Into an Aggressive One?(35:15) - Why Did He Scout Talent From Smaller States?(38:09) - Allotting Players Their Batting Order Based on Their Techniques(41:01) - How Did He Help Players Become Fearless?(46:05) - The Time When MS Dhoni Asked Him to Captain the Team(47:16) - Playing as a Captain vs. as a Normal Player(49:22) - How Did He Talk About Replacements With Players?(52:15) - Is There a Decision He Regrets?(53:41) - The Time When He Measured a Ground in Australia(56:24) - The Wasim Akram Reverse Swing Incident(58:49) - Why Did He Want Solitude Before Matches?(1:03:46) - Why He Believes in Defending in Public & Criticising in Private(1:06:37) - Sourav Ganguly: "I Never Wanted to Be Out of Place"(1:10:02) - What Do You Need to Fix in a Losing Team?(1:12:44) - The Power of Visualization(1:17:25) - His Next Venture(1:19:22) - Has He Stopped Working as Much After His Blackout Incident?(1:21:13) - Why Does Crying Not Come to Him Easily?(1:23:35) - What Does He Miss the Most About His Father?(1:26:57) - What's His Biggest Insecurity?(1:29:49) - BTS(1:30:43) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Sourav Ganguly, Former Captain of the Indian Cricket Team, Former President of BCCI, and President of the Cricket Association of Bengal, to understand leadership, team building, and what it truly takes to rebuild from the ground up.We discuss how Ganguly took a broken, match-fixing-scarred Indian cricket team and turned them into a side that won in Australia, England, and Pakistan. He breaks down the aggression he brought to Indian cricket, the difference between a selector and a rejector, and why fearlessness is built daily not in a single speech. He also opens up about his father, his relationship with the game after captaincy, and what drives him even today.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Sourav Ganguly here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souravgangulyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sourav-ganguly/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
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Inside The IIT Race: JEE, Placements & Future Of Engineering | Vishwa Mohan | FO508 Raj Shamani
2w ago01:40:38Tap to summarizeCheck out upGrad School of Technology & their scholarship test: https://sot.upgrad.com/s/64f64862Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(03:22) - 3 Phases of Life, Phase 1: Crack(15:57) - Phase 2: Switch(18:47) - Phase 3: EMI(19:37) - The World Is Undergoing an AI Revolution(28:17) - What Is Quantum Computing?(30:25) - Do Stanford University & MIT Graduates Get an Upper Hand?(38:00) - Top 3 Skills Companies Assume You Know While Joining(42:20) - LinkedIn's Hiring Process(44:57) - Amazon's Hiring Process(49:31) - Why Are They Offering Degree Courses if They Think Degrees Are Worthless?(59:09) - Which Are the 3 Jobs That Would Not Exist in the Next 3 Years?(1:01:14) - 3 Jobs That Don't Exist Now but Will Be High-Paying in a Few Years(1:05:24) - Which Engineers Survive Automation and Which Don't?(1:13:52) - AI-World-Ready or Not, How to Self-Audit?(1:19:03) - How Can Someone Make Their Career Bulletproof?(1:34:23) - What's One Indian Mindset Framework the World Is Copying?(1:38:40) - India Will Grow When...(1:39:49) - OutroIn today’s episode, we sit down with Vishwa Mohan, Founder & CEO of upGrad School Of Tech, for an honest conversation about engineering, placements, AI, and the future of work.He talks about the reality behind the IIT dream, what students are rarely told about placement packages, and why chasing salary numbers often creates the wrong expectations. The conversation also covers AI, layoffs, hiring trends, and the skills needed to stay relevant in a fast-changing world. He explains the warning signs that show your job could be at risk, the litmus test to know if you are truly AI-ready, and why learning to build real-world applications matters more than simply collecting certificates. Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Vishwa Mohan here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vishwa.mohan.singh/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishwa-mohan/ Follow upGrad School Of Tech here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upgrad_schooloftech/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upgrad-school-of-technology/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@upGradSchoolofTechnology Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upGradSOT/ Follow upGrad here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upgrad_edu/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@upGrad_eduAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
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Kiara Advani On Marriage, Motherhood, Relationships, Bollywood & Heartbreak | FO507 Raj Shamani
3w ago01:36:52Tap to summarizeThis episode is brought to you by Urban Platter. To know more, checkout: https://bit.ly/urban-platter-figuring-outGuest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are her personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(04:07) - What changes after motherhood?(10:40) - Why does her mother leave notes for her?(13:46) - Did she absorb a character's personality?(20:16) - What kind of actor does she think she is?(22:55) - What's mom brain?(30:10) - Why don't men understand pregnancy?(35:18) - Validation should come from within(40:40) - Kiara: "I was a people pleaser when I was young"(45:51) - Has she ever felt inferior in a room?(47:44) - Every experience is a lesson(56:34) - Was she a good daughter?(1:06:59) - What she doesn't want her baby to learn from her(1:09:51) - Is there a cost to hiding a relationship?(1:13:45) - What's one thing about her that bothers Sid?(1:16:30) - Did she want a relationship like her parents'?(1:19:22) - How does she deal with heartbreak?(1:22:00) - How will she teach her daughter to deal with today’s men?(1:27:32) - What scares her today?(1:30:35) - Story behind her Met Gala 2025 outfit(1:35:05) - BTS(1:36:04) - OutroIn today’s episode, we sit down with Kiara Advani for a personal conversation about motherhood, emotions, relationships, and life beyond films.She talks about what changed after becoming a mother, the emotions first-time moms rarely express, and how motherhood changes the way women think and feel. Kiara shares the toughest part of becoming a parent, why a supportive partner matters, and how constantly switching between different roles can emotionally exhaust a person.The conversation also covers heartbreak, insecurity, emotional healing, and the lessons relationships teach over time. She reflects on Shershaah, the most emotional scenes she has done, why she and Sidharth Malhotra kept their relationship private, and what she would teach her daughter about men. This episode is emotional, honest, and deeply human.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Kiara Advani here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiaraaliaadvaniAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
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China’s Rise Explained: Debt Traps, AI, Rare Earths & India’s Future | Dr Samir | FO506 Raj Shamani
3w ago01:50:03Tap to summarizeGet your hand-picked playbook here: https://www.figuringout.co/pdf/fo-506Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(03:21) - How China Conquered the World(08:55) - The SMILE Framework(11:10) - Can India Use Manufacturing to Grow?(17:12) - China's Raw Material Dominance(25:00) - What Is Debt-Trap Diplomacy & How Is It Done?(35:19) - Will India's Growth Get Delayed Because of China's Sea Route Domination?(41:18) - How Will India Escape This Sea Route Domination?(44:05) - What Chokepoint Can India Create to Become a Superpower?(52:13) - Gen Z: A Positive Generation(56:36) - China's Data & Surveillance Domination(1:14:10) - Is China Technologically Dominating the World?(1:20:29) - Countries Grow When They Steal Intellectual Property(1:25:15) - The Chinese Hustle Scam(1:36:24) - China's Currency Domination(1:40:43) - Is the Change in World Order Coming?(1:46:14) - When Will India Be in a Powerful Position?(1:49:13) - OutroIn today’s episode, we sit down with Dr Samir Saran, President of Observer Research Foundation and Curator of the Raisina Dialogue, to understand global power and strategy.We discuss how China expanded influence without direct conflict, the “smile strategy,” and how it builds control while United States builds markets. Dr. Saran explains demographic power, the philosophy behind China’s rise, and the smartest moves that shaped its position.The conversation focuses on India, what it must do to negotiate equally with China, how to become a manufacturing giant, and how rare earth capabilities can change the balance. This episode breaks down geopolitics into clear, practical insights for India’s next decade.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Dr Samir Saran Here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samir_saranFollow ORF here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orfonlineAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamani https://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRaj https://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamani https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
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How America Is Changing India: Globalization, Culture, Jobs & Identity | Shekhar | FO505 Raj Shamani
3w ago02:03:33Tap to summarizeThis episode is brought to you by Urban Platter. To know more, checkout: https://bit.ly/urban-platter-figuring-outGuest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:44) - What decides the culture of an office?(05:40) - Is ragebait content sustainable?(10:58) - Are there no major success stories from Nepal?(12:38) - What is social engineering?(19:27) - How do Afghans end up in UK?(22:18) - Does he think Russia is doing the right thing?(26:43) - Elon Musk: A grand thinker(35:42) - VIP culture: For safety or to show off?(39:54) - Will money solve a country’s problems?(52:54) - What he meant by "India lacks direction"(56:48) - Importance of networking and action(1:04:47) - Politicians & security threats(1:07:32) - Why people should have anchor points in life(1:14:04) - Loneliness epidemic & how things are changing(1:22:09) - Moving from identity-based to interest-based relationships(1:25:33) - Civilizational values: India’s power(1:34:09) - India’s national character(1:37:12) - Donald Trump’s three principles(1:42:40) - Americans & entitlement(1:49:09) - Is it really globalization or just Americanization?(1:52:30) - Marketing equals globalization(1:56:21) - Why does secularism stop us from asking difficult questions?(1:59:39) - When will India become a prosperous nation?(2:02:44) - OutroIn this episode, we sit down with Shekhar Dutt, Co-founder of Sleepy Classes IAS. We discuss how culture, trust, and social systems shape the way people think, behave, and make decisions in modern India.The conversation explores Gen Z’s search for identity, the rise of loneliness despite digital connectivity, and why communities are evolving in unexpected ways. We also dive into global politics, India’s bureaucratic evolution, why many Indians seek opportunities abroad, and what it will take for India to become a prosperous nation.This episode offers an honest insight into power, society, human behavior, and the structural shifts shaping India’s future.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Shekhar Dutt here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedsdFollow Sleepy Classes IAS here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleepyclassesAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
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Lakshya Sen on Champion Mindset, Olympic Heartbreak, Injuries & Comebacks | FO504 Raj Shamani
4w ago02:08:37Tap to summarizeDownload Porter Here: https://app.adjust.com/20z60k2gGuest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:48) - The story behind the handwritten letter(04:49) - When did he first realize he’s better than his competitors?(09:38) - What’s scary about international players?(11:47) - Does he feel arrogant?(19:36) - Istora fever in Indonesia(26:08) - The toughest crowd he played against(32:31) - The art of the start: pre-match routine(41:36) - Drift explained(47:57) - What does he notice about his opponents?(51:18) - Does visualization help?(1:01:13) - Does he feel bad when people talk more about the Indian cricket team?(1:05:36) - How does one feel after losing at the Olympics?(1:16:39) - Does ranking matter?(1:22:52) - What does World No. 1 have that he lacks?(1:25:05) - What was he thinking at each point in the Paris Olympics?(1:27:36) - At what point does he give up mentally?(1:31:25) - What does he eat during tournaments?(1:38:48) - The reason behind his risky serve at the All England(1:44:26) - What’s the difference between him and Shi Yuqi?(1:46:56) - What’s the difference between 3U and 4U rackets?(1:49:52) - What’s the role of grip in badminton?(1:51:17) - Why are Indians known for deceptive wrist work?(1:52:55) - What were his inner demons and how did he fight them?(1:57:12) - How did he feel after the forged birth certificate allegation?(2:01:18) - Lakshya Sen: "Are you enjoying the journey, Dad?"(2:04:25) - How does it feel to have family at games?(2:06:49) - BTS(2:07:45) - OutroIn this episode, we sit down with Lakshya Sen, one of India’s top badminton players. We discuss the mindset required to compete at the highest level, the pressure of representing India on the global stage, and how setbacks shape an athlete’s journey.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Lakshya Sen Here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senlakshya/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamani https://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRaj https://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamani https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
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