The Guiding Voice

The Guiding Voice

Asia's Best Podcast Awardee 2024 in Education category!! We drive conversations that simplify and amplify your life's success. Listed in the Global TOP 2.5%, through The Guiding Voice, we enable Successful leaders to share knowledge and wisdom with the world. We are on a mission to shape the lives and careers of millions across the globe - to make the world a better place to live. The Guiding Voice is a finalist under the Education category in the HT Smartcast Podmasters Awards 2024, Hubhopper Awards 2022 & 2024 . We launch two episodes per week: Transformation Tuesdays: Personality development, Self-help, and Soft skills related topics Tactical Thursdays: Contemporary technology and entrepreneurship-related topics At times, we cover special episodes over the weekends to support the LGBTQ community, Sex education, Sanatan Culture, Psychedelics, Neuro Diversity, ADHD, Bold Topics like WOKE, Body Shaming, and infertility, and other topics that will help our audience learn amazing stuff. Rapid-fire questions will entertain the audience and the Trivia section will enlighten. Speakers from diverse domains across the globe are selected for the interviews. Age is no bar - the youngest speaker 10-year-old world's youngest storyteller and the eldest speaker is an 89-year-old Novelist, Screenwriter and Wordsmith. The Guiding Voice's journey and also nuggets of conversations from 22 speakers are compiled in the form of a coffee table book, TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 is available on Amazon https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 2: https://amzn.in/d/4yvi7TU The Guiding Voice is the world's only Quintilingual podcast available in English, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi & Hindi (with over 750+ episodes ft. 700+ speakers). Telugu: https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I Hindi: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3 Kannada: https://open.spotify.com/show/1u5NG4fWh6ONx0iwK8ASQK Marathi: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ALOHyCSlYTlyRshMFVGDS Visit https://www.theguidingvoice.net for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 6, 2025 44 mins

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Naresh Dubbudu, award-winning educator, gold medalist from NIT Warangal, IIM Bangalore alumnus, and founder of Abhyaas Edu Technologies, returns to The Guiding Voice for an eye-opening conversation on the future of engineering education. From reimagining the B.Tech curriculum to busting myths about careers in tech, Naresh brings sharp insights, bold predictions, and actionable advice for students, educators, and i...

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In this engaging conversation, Naveen Samala interviews Devorah Mallow, a positive energy expert and author of 'Six Steps to Fewer Days That Suck.' They explore the importance of positivity, resilience, and self-care, discussing practical strategies to cultivate a positive mindset and overcome negativity. Devorah shares her personal journey from a successful sales career to becoming a positivity advocate, emphasizing the sig...

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From a small town in Karimnagar to connecting top corporates with leading B-Schools worldwide – meet Shivaramakrishna Gajawada, Corporate Relations Officer with 17+ years of experience bridging industry and academia.

🔥 What You'll Learn:

  • The Journey: Rural Telangana → Hyderabad → Bangalore → Global impact
  • Success Formula: His 3 pillars – commitment, dedication, strategic hard work
  • Industry Insights: Why AI roles are domin...
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In this inspiring episode, Sharadh Kamra shares his transformative journey from overcoming severe health challenges to becoming a wellness coach. He discusses the pivotal role of yoga in his recovery, the mindset shifts that empowered him, and how he now inspires others facing similar struggles. Sharadh emphasizes the importance of preventive healthcare and busts common myths about wellness, encouraging listeners to take cha...

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In this engaging conversation, Ankush Dharkar, founder of Real Dev squad, shares his journey in mentoring developers and creating a community that fosters real-world coding experience. He discusses the importance of collaboration, practical skills, and the evolving definition of success in the tech industry. Through rapid-fire rounds and insightful discussions, Ankush emphasizes the need for ownership, risk-taking, and conti...

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In this episode, Richard Martin, founder of Colma, discusses the hidden causes of bad hires and how to avoid them. He emphasizes the importance of hiring for culture fit, the current trends in global hiring, and the unique approach Colma takes to recruitment. Richard shares valuable insights on leadership, the significance of employer branding, and the red flags to watch for during the hiring process. The conversation also i...

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In this engaging conversation, Hemant Deshpande, an ICF PCC credential coach and career transformation expert, shares his insights on breaking free from burnout and reinventing one's career at the age of 40. He discusses the importance of following one's heart, the challenges of career transitions, and the significance of financial planning. Hemant emphasizes the need for mindset shifts to thrive in a new career and busts co...

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July 14, 2025 28 mins

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In this episode, Shawn Fry, a global business strategist and leadership coach, shares insights on achieving radical change in business without sacrificing personal well-being. He discusses the importance of balance in leadership, the development of a perfect day routine, and how AI can be leveraged for business growth. Shawn emphasizes the need for leaders to redefine success, the significance of culture in organizations, an...

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In this episode, Antoinette Oglethorpe, a leadership development expert, discusses the importance of career conversations in organizations. She highlights the common pitfalls in how companies handle career development and emphasizes the need for meaningful dialogues between managers and employees. Antoinette shares practical tools and models to facilitate these conversations, especially in the post-pandemic hybrid work envir...

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In this engaging conversation, Santosh Akella, a learning and development professional, shares insights on the importance of a coaching mindset for leaders. He introduces his LEAD framework, which emphasizes listening, empathizing, asking questions, and developing others. Santosh discusses various techniques, including neuro-linguistic programming, neuroscience, sports psychology, and transactional analysis, to help individu...

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In this conversation, Jilika Trisal, co-founder and CEO of Cogniti, discusses her mission to empower 12 million children with special educational needs in India by 2027. She emphasizes the importance of understanding disability beyond mere awareness and highlights the role of technology and entrepreneurship in transforming special education. Jilika shares her personal journey, the challenges she faces as a first-time founder...

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In this enlightening conversation, Brian Curtis shares his journey as an author, teacher, and adventurer, emphasizing the importance of trusting the flow of life, overcoming limiting beliefs, and fostering creativity. He reflects on his experiences with workplace conflict, whitewater rafting, and the lessons learned from both. Brian discusses the evolving nature of purpose and success and offers practical advice for individu...

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In this engaging conversation, Shrey Sharma, a dynamic entrepreneur from Jaipur, shares his journey from being the youngest Salesforce MVP to leading a successful IT company, Syntexa. He discusses the importance of hard work, grit, and luck in achieving success, the challenges and advantages of starting a business in a tier two city, and his unique approach to bootstrapping and talent development. Shrey emphasizes the signif...

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In this enlightening conversation, Christine Schaffer shares her journey of transforming challenges into opportunities, emphasizing the importance of hope and resilience. She discusses her definition of success, the significance of personal goals, and how to maintain hope in the face of health challenges like diabetes. Christine also provides practical advice on becoming your own cheerleader and dealing with negative influences, wh...

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In this engaging conversation, Akarsh Sharma, a passionate innovator and patent holder, shares his journey from a small town in Himachal Pradesh to becoming a recognized figure in the world of innovation and intellectual property rights. He discusses the importance of curiosity, the pivotal moments that shaped his career, and the misconceptions surrounding patents. Akarsh emphasizes the need for aspiring innovators to overco...

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In this engaging conversation, Charlotte Courtois, founder of Konstelacio, shares her journey of promoting peace and intercultural dialogue through storytelling and music. She discusses her personal inspirations, the evolution of her NGO, and the transformative experiences she has had while working with children across 15 countries. Charlotte emphasizes the importance of passion, networking, and curiosity in her success, as ...

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In this engaging conversation, Kim Ritberg shares her expertise on mastering video and podcasts for business growth. She discusses her journey from a corporate career to becoming a video and speaking coach, emphasizing the importance of confidence, clarity, credibility, and connection in creating impactful content. Kim also addresses the fears that hold many back from putting themselves out there and provides actionable insi...

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In this episode of The Guiding Voice, host Naveen Samala celebrates the 625th episode with Meera Shenoy, a pioneering social entrepreneur and founder of Youth for Jobs. The conversation delves into her mission of empowering individuals with disabilities, the lessons learned in social entrepreneurship, and the transformative impact of her initiatives. Meera shares personal stories that fueled her passion for disability inclu...

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In this episode, Ral West shares her extensive experience as an entrepreneur and her insights on overcoming overwhelm in business. She discusses the importance of systems, data tracking, and customer satisfaction in achieving business success. Ral emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to transition from being operators to leaders, allowing their businesses to thrive independently. She also highlights common financial mistake...

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In this engaging conversation, Karla May Sheremata, a former police officer and author, shares her insights on connecting with youth and fostering meaningful conversations. Drawing from her extensive experience as a school resource officer, she discusses the common struggles faced by today's youth, the importance of empathy, and strategies for parents to create safe spaces for open dialogue. The conversation also touches on ...

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