Small Talk with RainKraft - Career-lifting Conversations
By RainKraft
Small Talk with RainKraft - Career-lifting Conversations May 23, 2022
Career Lift-Off: Best Moments from Small Talk in 2023
Hey, Smalltalkers! As we wrap up 2023 on 'Small Talk with Rainkraft- Career Lifting Conversations,' we see that we've delved into intentional conversations about careers, transitions, and the ever-evolving workplace. From discussing layoffs to embracing failure, comfort zones, and practical tips, we've covered it all.
As we step into 2024, I hope these insights on crisis management, mentorship, and job search strategies serve you well. Thank you for hanging out with us and reliving the best of Season 5.
Stay tuned for more engaging conversations and valuable insights. Keep Small Talking!
IN THIS EPISODE
00:00 | Intro
01:59 | How to face a crossroad in your career?
06:08 | Why do you need a mentor?
08:02 | The most important thing in a crisis
09:27 | Crisis communication is not saying everything
10:21 | WIIFM - what's in it for me?
11:20 | How to meet the interests of everyone in a meeting?
12:23 | Fear is a tough emotion, fear of failure is even tougher
13:23 | Having a group to give you feedback is the way to soften the blow of failures
14:32 | What’s the new trend of coffee badging?
16:27 | When is the right time to change your career?
20:31 | Wrap up
Your Host, Subha Chandrasekaran
Subha started her career as a banking professional and was with Citibank NA for 15 years in Operations and Technology functions. She worked in critical people management roles across geographies that delivered operational excellence and client delight. The workplace was a delightful learning ground for leadership skills and to experience the joy of bringing your A-game to your work and building your team and their careers.
As a coach, Subha brings expertise and genuine care to every interaction. Her personalized approach ensures that your goals and aspirations are at the forefront of the coaching process. With her guidance, you'll gain clarity, develop strategies, and take confident steps towards your professional aspirations.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
Hasita Krishna: Strategic Marketer
Hasita Krishna is a multifaceted professional who thrives on the principles of mindful marketing and strategic restraint. As the founder of Motley Crew, a prominent Indian marketing consulting entity, Hasita embodies her marketing philosophy.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
RainKraft
At RainKraft, they are driven by a shared passion for personal and professional growth. They firmly believe that transformation begins when individuals embrace their potential and commit to realizing their aspirations. Led by Subha, an empathetic and experienced coach, they provide the guidance and support needed to navigate the ever-evolving career development landscape.
https://www.rainkraft.in/about
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ABOUT Small Talk with RainKraft
Small Talk is for current and aspiring leaders who want to level up their career and their professional lives and want to do it mindfully. In a hyper-growth world, Coach Subha Chandrasekaran discusses personal leadership, professional growth, and thinking about your career as something to nurture and cultivate over time. Tune in for 20-minute episodes on conversational How-tos: how to navigate a layoff, how to handle feedback at work, how to ask for a raise, how to improve your delegating skills, and how to level up in a changing world.
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Choosing How to Shape Your Year
IN THIS EPISODE
(00:00) Introduction
(01:10) Reflecting on 2023
(02:44) Subha's Reflections on Focus and Choices
(04:22) Subha's Insights on Distractions and Productivity
(05:44) Lessons from Social Media Wisdom and Accountability
(09:23) Queen's Story and Choices in Life
(12:42) Moving Away from Traditional Structures
(15:33) Closing Thoughts and Wishes
Your Host, Subha Chandrasekaran
Subha started her career as a banking professional and was with Citibank NA for 15 years in Operations and Technology functions. She worked in critical people management roles across geographies that delivered operational excellence and client delight. The workplace was a delightful learning ground for leadership skills and to experience the joy of bringing your A-game to your work and building your team and their careers.
As a coach, Subha brings expertise and genuine care to every interaction. Her personalized approach ensures that your goals and aspirations are at the forefront of the coaching process. With her guidance, you'll gain clarity, develop strategies, and take confident steps towards your professional aspirations.
www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
Hasita Krishna: Strategic Marketer
Hasita Krishna is a multifaceted professional who thrives on the principles of mindful marketing and strategic restraint. As the founder of Motley Crew, a prominent Indian marketing consulting entity, Hasita embodies her marketing philosophy. Additionally, Hasita shares her expertise through The Damn Good Marketing Podcast, catering to small business owners navigating the intricacies of digital marketing.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
RainKraft
At RainKraft, they are driven by a shared passion for personal and professional growth. They firmly believe that transformation begins when individuals embrace their potential and commit to realizing their aspirations. Led by Subha, an empathetic and experienced coach, they provide the guidance and support needed to navigate the ever-evolving career development landscape.
www.rainkraft.in/about
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ABOUT Small Talk with RainKraft
Small Talk is for current and aspiring leaders who want to level up their career and their professional lives and want to do it mindfully. In a hyper-growth world, Coach Subha Chandrasekaran discusses personal leadership, professional growth, and thinking about your career as something to nurture and cultivate over time. Tune in for 20-minute episodes on conversational How-tos: how to navigate a layoff, how to handle feedback at work, how to ask for a raise, how to improve your delegating skills, and how to level up in a changing world.
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Job Search Strategies for Mid-Career Professionals
IN THIS EPISODE
(00:00) Introduction
(00:53) Challenges of Mid-Career Transition
(02:39) The Importance Of Clarity
(07:00) Crafting a Resume for Transition
(12:51) Navigating The Discomfort That Comes With Being In The Job Market
(14:58) The Significance Of Clearly Articulating What You Want
(16:59) The Role Of Headhunters
(18:20) The Parallels Between Job Search and B2B Selling
(19:40) Recap and Key Takeaways
Your Host, Subha Chandrasekaran
Subha started her career as a banking professional and was with Citibank NA for 15 years in Operations and Technology functions. She worked in critical people management roles across geographies that delivered operational excellence and client delight. The workplace was a delightful learning ground for leadership skills and to experience the joy of bringing your A-game to your work and building your team and their careers.
As a coach, Subha brings expertise and genuine care to every interaction. Her personalized approach ensures that your goals and aspirations are at the forefront of the coaching process. With her guidance, you'll gain clarity, develop strategies, and take confident steps towards your professional aspirations.
www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
Hasita Krishna: Strategic Marketer
Hasita Krishna is a multifaceted professional who thrives on the principles of mindful marketing and strategic restraint. As the founder of Motley Crew, a prominent Indian marketing consulting entity, Hasita embodies her marketing philosophy. Additionally, Hasita shares her expertise through "The Damn Good Marketing Podcast," catering to small business owners navigating the intricacies of digital marketing.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
RainKraft
At RainKraft, they are driven by a shared passion for personal and professional growth. They firmly believe that transformation begins when individuals embrace their potential and commit to realizing their aspirations. Led by Subha, an empathetic and experienced coach, they provide the guidance and support needed to navigate the ever-evolving career development landscape.
www.rainkraft.in/about
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ABOUT Small Talk with RainKraft
Small Talk is for current and aspiring leaders who want to level up their career and their professional lives and want to do it mindfully. In a hyper-growth world, Coach Subha Chandrasekaran discusses personal leadership, professional growth, and thinking about your career as something to nurture and cultivate over time. Tune in for 20-minute episodes on conversational How-tos: how to navigate a layoff, how to handle feedback at work, how to ask for a raise, how to improve your delegating skills, and how to level up in a changing world.
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Brewing Flexibility: Decoding Coffee Badging at the Workplace
Subha and Hasita explore the nuances of the evolving workplace dynamics amidst the return-to-office mandates. They delve into the concept of coffee badging, where employees meet in the office for a cup of coffee to signal their presence. The conversation navigates through the challenges faced by employees and companies in adapting to new work models, questioning the need for rigid return-to-office policies. As they discuss the importance of intentional communication, flexibility, and individual responsibility, they aim to uncover a path toward a positive and inclusive shift in the modern workplace.
IN THIS EPISODE
(00:00) What is coffee badging?
(02:38) If no one's happy, why are they doing this?
(05:24) If we can work from home efficiently, why are we changing it?
(07:55) What is the company's perspective on bringing back WFO?
(10:45) Forcing employees to show up physically is counterproductive - how to solve it?
(13:47) Diffuse the responsibility from the organisational level to the management level
(15:16) Small startups can really benefit by asking what the team wants
(17:39) Where does the individual responsibility come in?
(18:58) Summing it up
Your Host, Subha Chandrasekaran
Subha started her career as a banking professional and was with Citibank NA for 15 years in Operations and Technology functions. She worked in critical people management roles across geographies that delivered operational excellence and client delight. The workplace was a delightful learning ground for leadership skills and to experience the joy of bringing your A-game to your work and building your team and their careers.
As a coach, Subha brings expertise and genuine care to every interaction. Her personalized approach ensures that your goals and aspirations are at the forefront of the coaching process. With her guidance, you'll gain clarity, develop strategies, and take confident steps towards your professional aspirations.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
Hasita Krishna: Strategic Marketer
Hasita Krishna is a multifaceted professional who thrives on the principles of mindful marketing and strategic restraint. As the founder of Motley Crew, a prominent Indian marketing consulting entity, Hasita embodies her marketing philosophy. Additionally, Hasita shares her expertise through "The Damn Good Marketing Podcast," catering to small business owners navigating the intricacies of digital marketing.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
RainKraft
At RainKraft, they are driven by a shared passion for personal and professional growth. They firmly believe that transformation begins when individuals embrace their potential and commit to realizing their aspirations. Led by Subha, an empathetic and experienced coach, they provide the guidance and support needed to navigate the ever-evolving career development landscape.
https://www.rainkraft.in/about
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ABOUT Small Talk with RainKraft
Small Talk is for current and aspiring leaders who want to level up their career and their professional lives and want to do it mindfully. In a hyper-growth world, Coach Subha Chandrasekaran discusses personal leadership, professional growth, and thinking about your career as something to nurture and cultivate over time. Tune in for 20-minute episodes on conversational How-tos: how to navigate a layoff, how to handle feedback at work, how to ask for a raise, how to improve your delegating skills, and how to level up in a changing world.
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Redefining Failure and Embracing Growth
Join Subha and Hasita, as they engage in this conversation about the complexities of failure. They discuss the impact of social media on our view of success and failure and explore the three types of failures – preventable, complex, and intelligent. The duo challenges the conventional wisdom of 'fail fast,' emphasising the power of language in mitigating the impact of failures. With anecdotes from workplace dynamics to personal experiences, they delve into the layers of fear, resilience, and the importance of creating spaces for feedback in the journey towards growth and success. Tune in now!
IN THIS EPISODE
(00:00) Fail so you've stories to tell
(05:35) Words have a lot of power - call it a mistake or an accident
(08:27) The impact of social media in highlighting your success or failure
(10:20) When you don't know what to do, start a podcast
(13:11) "Fail fast & move on" - what is this fail fast?
(14:27) Giving regular feedbacks can help control failures
(17:32) We're failures because we can't think of a better word
(19:35) Fear is a tough emotion, fear of failure is even tougher
Your Host, Subha Chandrasekaran
Subha started her career as a banking professional and was with Citibank NA for 15 years in Operations and Technology functions. She worked in critical people management roles across geographies that delivered operational excellence and client delight. The workplace was a delightful learning ground for leadership skills and to experience the joy of bringing your A-game to your work and building your team and their careers.
As a coach, Subha brings expertise and genuine care to every interaction. Her personalized approach ensures that your goals and aspirations are at the forefront of the coaching process. With her guidance, you'll gain clarity, develop strategies, and take confident steps towards your professional aspirations.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
Hasita Krishna: Strategic Marketer
Hasita Krishna is a multifaceted professional who thrives on the principles of mindful marketing and strategic restraint. As the founder of Motley Crew, a prominent Indian marketing consulting entity, Hasita embodies her marketing philosophy. Additionally, Hasita shares her expertise through "The Damn Good Marketing Podcast," catering to small business owners navigating the intricacies of digital marketing.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
RainKraft
At RainKraft, they are driven by a shared passion for personal and professional growth. They firmly believe that transformation begins when individuals embrace their potential and commit to realizing their aspirations. Led by Subha, an empathetic and experienced coach, they provide the guidance and support needed to navigate the ever-evolving career development landscape.
https://www.rainkraft.in/about
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ABOUT Small Talk with RainKraft
Small Talk is for current and aspiring leaders who want to level up their career and their professional lives and want to do it mindfully. In a hyper-growth world, Coach Subha Chandrasekaran discusses personal leadership, professional growth, and thinking about your career as something to nurture and cultivate over time. Tune in for 20-minute episodes on conversational How-tos: how to navigate a layoff, how to handle feedback at work, how to ask for a raise, how to improve your delegating skills, and how to level up in a changing world.
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How to Influence with Impact - Answer the ‘So What?!’
Have you ever found yourself in a meeting wondering, "What's the point of all this?" If so, you're not alone. In today's episode, we dive deep into the world of meetings and ask a fundamental question: Are meetings wasted opportunities? We discuss the power of asking "WIIFM" (What's In It For Me), a crucial concept in understanding the motivations of meeting participants. We explore how setting clear agendas and pre-empting concerns can transform meetings into productive and engaging interactions. Tune in now!
IN THIS EPISODE
(00:00) Are meetings wasted opportunities?
(04:50) WIIFM - what's in it for me
(06:34) How to keep your attendees interested in the meeting
(10:32) Asking WIIFM is the way to tap into your attendee's motivation
(12:08) How to tap into individual concerns during a meeting
(15:26) Being selfish doesn't have to be negative
(16:46) The meetings are not serving anybody
(19:06) What's the hook of your conversation?
Your Host, Subha Chandrasekaran
Subha started her career as a banking professional and was with Citibank NA for 15 years in Operations and Technology functions. She worked in critical people management roles across geographies that delivered operational excellence and client delight. The workplace was a delightful learning ground for leadership skills and to experience the joy of bringing your A-game to your work and building your team and their careers.
As a coach, Subha brings expertise and genuine care to every interaction. Her personalized approach ensures that your goals and aspirations are at the forefront of the coaching process. With her guidance, you'll gain clarity, develop strategies, and take confident steps towards your professional aspirations.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
Hasita Krishna: Strategic Marketer
Hasita is a multifaceted professional who thrives on the principles of mindful marketing and strategic restraint. With a profound belief in the power of tailored advice, Hasita's journey is a testament to her commitment to sustainable and outcome-driven B2B marketing.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
RainKraft
At RainKraft, they are driven by a shared passion for personal and professional growth. They firmly believe that transformation begins when individuals embrace their potential and commit to realizing their aspirations. Led by Subha, an empathetic and experienced coach, they provide the guidance and support needed to navigate the ever-evolving career development landscape.
https://www.rainkraft.in/about
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ABOUT Small Talk with RainKraft
Small Talk is for current and aspiring leaders who want to level up their career and their professional lives and want to do it mindfully. In a hyper-growth world, Coach Subha Chandrasekaran discusses personal leadership, professional growth, and thinking about your career as something to nurture and cultivate over time. Tune in for 20-minute episodes on conversational How-tos: how to navigate a layoff, how to handle feedback at work, how to ask for a raise, how to improve your delegating skills, and how to level up in a changing world.
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Crisis Management: Who are you in a crisis?
IN THIS EPISODE
(00:00) Looking back at the crisis with fondness
(05:03) Self-preservation is a powerful instinct
(06:49) How are start-ups prepared to handle crises?
(09:48) Can you build for becoming a leader in a crisis?
(12:11) How to communicate to people that you're taking charge?
(14:34) Crisis communication is not just saying everything
(17:07) Make it my problem - don't escalate it
YOUR HOST, Subha Chandrasekaran
Subha started her career as a banking professional and was with Citibank NA for 15 years in Operations and Technology functions. She worked in critical people management roles across geographies that delivered operational excellence and client delight. The workplace was a delightful learning ground for leadership skills and to experience the joy of bringing your A-game to your work and building your team and their careers.
As a coach, Subha brings expertise and genuine care to every interaction. Her personalized approach ensures that your goals and aspirations are at the forefront of the coaching process. With her guidance, you'll gain clarity, develop strategies, and take confident steps towards your professional aspirations.
www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
Hasita Krishna: Strategic Marketer
Hasita Krishna is a multifaceted professional who thrives on the principles of mindful marketing and strategic restraint. As the founder of Motley Crew, a prominent Indian marketing consulting entity, Hasita embodies her marketing philosophy. Additionally, Hasita shares her expertise through "The Damn Good Marketing Podcast," catering to small business owners navigating the intricacies of digital marketing.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
RainKraft
At RainKraft, they are driven by a shared passion for personal and professional growth. They firmly believe that transformation begins when individuals embrace their potential and commit to realizing their aspirations. Led by Subha, an empathetic and experienced coach, they provide the guidance and support needed to navigate the ever-evolving career development landscape.
www.rainkraft.in/about
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ABOUT Small Talk with RainKraft
Small Talk is for current and aspiring leaders who want to level up their career and their professional lives and want to do it mindfully. In a hyper-growth world, Coach Subha Chandrasekaran discusses personal leadership, professional growth, and thinking about your career as something to nurture and cultivate over time. Tune in for 20-minute episodes on conversational How-tos: how to navigate a layoff, how to handle feedback at work, how to ask for a raise, how to improve your delegating skills, and how to level up in a changing world.
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What makes a great mentor, and how can you find one?
What makes a great mentor, and how can you find one? Join Subha Chandrasekaran and Hasita Krishna as they delve into the power of mentorship in career growth. Discover the secrets of finding the right mentors, building trust, and creating a supportive ecosystem for your professional development. From navigating confusion to becoming a mentor yourself, this show explores the transformative potential of mentorship in every phase of your career. Tune in and learn from the experts!
IN THIS EPISODE
(00:00) How to find a good mentor?
(07:18) Is there value in planning out your career?
(09:19) Is mentoring an easy relationship?
(12:55) Transitioning to the role of a mentor
(15:49) Who are the mentors learning from?
YOUR HOST, Subha Chandrasekaran
Subha started her career as a banking professional and was with Citibank NA for 15 years in Operations and Technology functions. She worked across geographies in critical people management roles that delivered operational excellence and client delight. The workplace was a delightful learning ground for leadership skills and to experience the joy of bringing your A-game to your work and building your team and their careers.
As a coach, Subha brings expertise and genuine care to every interaction. Her personalized approach ensures that your goals and aspirations are at the forefront of the coaching process. With her guidance, you'll gain clarity, develop strategies, and take confident steps towards your professional aspirations.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
Hasita Krishna: Strategic Marketer
Hasita is a multifaceted professional who thrives on the principles of mindful marketing and strategic restraint. With a profound belief in the power of tailored advice, Hasita's journey is a testament to her commitment to sustainable and outcome-driven B2B marketing.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
RainKraft
At RainKraft, they are driven by a shared passion for personal and professional growth. They firmly believe that transformation begins when individuals embrace their potential and commit to realizing their aspirations. Led by Subha, an empathetic and experienced coach, they provide the guidance and support needed to navigate the ever-evolving career development landscape.
https://www.rainkraft.in/about
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ABOUT Small Talk with RainKraft
Small Talk is for current and aspiring leaders who want to level up their career and their professional lives and want to do it mindfully. In a hyper-growth world, Coach Subha Chandrasekaran discusses personal leadership, professional growth, and thinking about your career as something to nurture and cultivate over time. Tune in for 20-minute episodes on conversational How-tos: how to navigate a layoff, how to handle feedback at work, how to ask for a raise, how to improve your delegating skills, and how to level up in a changing world.
Silo-Busting Strategies: Building a Collaborative Workplace
Have you ever wondered what happens when the pressure to innovate or succeed collides with organizational silos? Join us as we unravel the intriguing dynamics of invention, high performance and collaboration in this episode of Small Talk with RainKraft. I'm Subha Chandrasekaran, a career growth coach. Can breaking down silos lead to breakthroughs? Discover the keys to fostering collaboration, aligning priorities, and unleashing the true potential of your organization in this episode!
IN THIS EPISODE
(00:00) Everyone's under pressure to invent something
(02:41) What do silos at a workplace look like?
(07:09) How to develop a common vision amongst all?
(08:39) What creates these silos?
(09:52) Look at the bigger picture
(12:31) How do leaders make decisions
(17:05) Being in a hurry to be busy
(18:36) The kind of culture you have creates the kind of work style you enjoy
YOUR HOST, Subha Chandrasekaran
Subha started her career as a banking professional and was with Citibank for 15 years in Operations, managing large teams and critical processes that delivered operational excellence and client delight. The workplace was a delightful learning ground for leadership skills and to experience the joy of bringing your A-game to your work and building your team and their careers.
As a coach, Subha brings expertise and genuine care to every interaction. Her personalized approach ensures that your goals and aspirations are at the forefront of the coaching process. With her guidance, you'll gain clarity, develop strategies, and take confident steps towards your professional aspirations.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
Co-Host
Hasita Krishna: Strategic Marketer - Hasita is a multifaceted professional who thrives on the principles of mindful marketing and strategic restraint. With a profound belief in the power of tailored advice, Hasita's journey is a testament to her commitment to sustainable and outcome-driven B2B marketing.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita
RainKraft
At RainKraft, we are driven by a shared passion for personal and professional growth. We firmly believe that transformation begins when individuals embrace their potential and commit to realizing their aspirations. Led by Subha, an empathetic and experienced coach, we provide the guidance and support needed to navigate the ever-evolving career development landscape.
https://www.rainkraft.in/about
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ABOUT Small Talk with RainKraft
Small Talk is for current and aspiring leaders who want to level up their career and their professional lives and want to do it mindfully. In a hyper-growth world, Coach Subha Chandrasekaran discusses personal leadership, professional growth, and thinking about your career as something to nurture and cultivate over time. Tune in for 20-minute episodes on conversational How-tos: how to navigate a layoff, how to handle feedback at work, how to ask for a raise, how to improve your delegating skills, and how to level up in a changing world.
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Insights and Strategies to Navigate Career Transitions
Are you feeling like a square peg trying to fit into a round hole in your career? Join us as we delve into the Art of Career Transitions in this episode of Small Talk with RainKraft. I'm Subha Chandrasekaran, a career growth coach. Let's decode the challenges, opportunities, and strategies behind making those leaps in your professional journey. Tune in to gain insights, find courage, and embrace the possibilities!
IN THIS EPISODE
(00:00) You might feel at a crossroads
(02:42) Triggers - some obvious and some not so much
(07:51) How to find time (and courage) to learn new things
(11:39) A non-obvious trick to identify valuable, transferable skills
(16:31) Three actions to lay the groundwork
(19:14) Get ready to do this one uncomfortable thing
(21:32) Sidebar: Going from entrepreneur to employee
(22:49) Two things you can do in a week right now
YOUR HOST, Subha Chandrasekaran
Subha started her career as a banking professional and was with Citibank for 15 years in Operations, managing large teams and critical processes that delivered operational excellence and client delight. The workplace was a delightful learning ground for leadership skills and to experience the joy of bringing your A-game to your work and building your team and their careers.
As a coach, Subha brings expertise and genuine care to every interaction. Her personalized approach ensures that your goals and aspirations are at the forefront of the coaching process. With her guidance, you'll gain clarity, develop strategies, and take confident steps towards your professional aspirations.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
Co-Host
Hasita Krishna: Strategic Marketer - Hasita is a multifaceted professional who thrives on the principles of mindful marketing and strategic restraint. With a profound belief in the power of tailored advice, Hasita's journey is a testament to her commitment to sustainable and outcome-driven B2B marketing.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita
RainKraft
At RainKraft, they are driven by a shared passion for personal and professional growth. They firmly believe that transformation begins when individuals embrace their potential and commit to realizing their aspirations. Led by Subha, an empathetic and experienced coach, they provide the guidance and support needed to navigate the ever-evolving career development landscape.
https://www.rainkraft.in/about
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ABOUT Small Talk with RainKraft
Small Talk is for current and aspiring leaders who want to level up their career and their professional lives and want to do it mindfully. In a hyper-growth world, Coach Subha Chandrasekaran discusses personal leadership, professional growth, and thinking about your career as something to nurture and cultivate over time. Tune in for 20-minute episodes on conversational How-tos: how to navigate a layoff, how to handle feedback at work, how to ask for a raise, how to improve your delegating skills, and how to level up in a changing world.
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The Best Career-lifting Conversations of the Season | Highlights of Small Talk Season 4 | Career Growth Podcast
In this exciting season finale of Small Talk with Rainkraft, we've compiled the best moments from Season 4, featuring Subha and Hasita, as they share their expert tips for career growth.
From handling layoffs to managing difficult bosses, this episode covers it all. Plus, discover innovative strategies for goal setting and cultivating executive presence. With actionable advice and engaging discussions, you'll be equipped to accelerate your career growth and achieve your goals.
Join us as we dive into the highlights of Season 4, featuring a range of valuable insights to help you navigate your professional journey. Whether you're a seasoned executive or just starting out, this episode is a must-listen. So tune in now to Small Talk with Rainkraft and start taking your career to the next level!
In This Episode | Discussion Points (00:00) Introduction
(02:16) Your career doesn’t need the pressure of being your passion
(04:45) Why do I struggle to delegate?
(07:21) How not to take a layoff personally?
(09:28) Can we do goal setting differently this year?
(11:31) Damn good storytelling
(13:09) Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
(15:32) What to do when your manager needs managing?
(17:34) It’s not always about money
(19:44) Dealing with bad bosses
(22:28) How to enhance your career by cultivating executive presence
(24:56) Why startups need a people strategy
(26:57) How to elevate a pitch
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- Show notes and full transcript for the episode.
Hosts: Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership and career-growth coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Prior to this, she held senior leadership positions in Citi India. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins. You can find us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/ _____________________________ Catch all our podcast episodes at www.rainkraft.in/podcast Get links to the podcast on your favourite streaming service for podcasts. This podcast is powered by CrazyTok: We help experts become influencers by helping launch, produce and grow your custom-branded audio and video podcast channels. Find us on our Website, LinkedIn, and Instagram
S4E11 - How to ‘elevator pitch’ a good story about yourself
S4E10 - Why Startups Need a People Strategy
S4E9 - How to enhance your career by cultivating Executive Presence
You know how some people can walk into a room and behave as though they own it? Well, in this episode we discuss how you, too, could become one among them, by developing the elusive Executive Presence.
In This Episode | Discussion Points
- (03:55) What is Executive Presence and why do you need it?
- (06:43) Deconstructing executive presence.
- (13:08) How to make changes to develop executive presence.
- (15:37) How authenticity and experience can contribute
- (19:18) Dealing with critique.
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Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership and career-growth coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Prior to this, she held senior leadership positions in Citi India. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
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S4E8 - Dealing with difficult bosses, clients, and colleagues
Spending long hours with difficult people and forcing yourself to put up with them isn't healthy or sustainable. How can you better understand what is happening in such interactions? How do you know when a ‘bad’ boss isn't really just someone with a different working style - and how do you align your styles for better outcomes? And what do you do when the relationship is truly toxic?
In This Episode | Discussion Points
- (01:20) It’s quite common to have a bad boss
- (02:50) Recognise your workplace behaviour patterns
- (05:35) Is it a bad boss or an incompatible work style?
- (09:00) How to adapt without giving up your own personality
- (12:05) How to combat office politics
- (15:30) How to tell when it's a bad relationship vs a toxic one
- (18:10) There's merit in investing time to fix a relationship
Links
- Show notes and full transcript for the episode
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership and career-growth coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Prior to this, she held senior leadership positions in Citi India. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
You can find us on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
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S4E7 - It's not always about the money!
“I gave her a raise, yet she left.” Dual careers and an increased appreciation for work-life integration sparked during the pandemic have made employees think about work more broadly than just a pay packet. This makes it tougher to retain the good folks and the need of the hour is more honest conversations about what really excites the person in your team.
In This Episode | Discussion Points
- (03:10) Money is not the only motivator
- (05:54) Understanding the personal relationship we each have with money
- (10:50) Adapting to changing work-related desires
- (16:20) Charting a roadmap for the employee's career
- (19:50) Communicating needs more holistically
In this conversation we refer to The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel.
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership and career-growth coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Prior to this, she held senior leadership positions in Citi India. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
You can find us on LinkedIn here:
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
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S4E6 - What To Do When Your Manager Needs Managing
So you’ve expanded your team, and yet you find yourself having to defer important things to handle day-to-day questions? The answer might lie less in behaviour and more in process. Whether you're a new manager of managers or an experienced one looking to improve your skills, this episode will provide valuable tips and strategies to help you lead your team to success. And feel comfortable while you do so.
In This Episode | Discussion Points
- [02:37] Setting up processes.
- [04:14] Avoiding micromanagement.
- [06:43] Why modelling behaviour alone will not enable delegation.
- [08:56] The value of HR expertise.
- [10:10] How to help your managers take more ownership.
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership and career-growth coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Prior to this, she held senior leadership positions in Citi India. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
You can find us on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
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S4E5 - “Where do you see yourself in five years?”
"Where do you see yourself in five years?" is THE dreaded interview question. And you know what, it's okay not to have answers! Your career path is exactly that—a path. One that deserves exploring. In this episode, Subha and Hasita discuss the evolution of career paths and how they’re not all that linear these days.
In This Episode | Discussion Points
- [00:30] Adapting your career to a rapidly changing world
- [03:37] Upskilling for an ‘unknown’ future
- [05:53] Building a complementary (but interesting) skillset on your own terms
- [09:55] Opening yourself up to a wide range of career experiences
- [17:42] Reflecting on your career so far to navigate the future
What we listened to:
| Shankar Vedantam | TED
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership and career-growth coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Prior to this, she held senior leadership positions in Citi India. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
You can find us on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
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Holiday Crossover: Damn Good Storytelling
It’s the holiday season! And that means it’s time for something special! This week, we’re excited to bring you the first-ever crossover episode with our sister podcast The Damn Good Marketing Podcast. In this episode, Subha and Hasita discuss a topic dear to both their hearts: the power of storytelling and its ability to make life, career, and media all the more enriching.
We talk about
- How celebrities use storytelling to shape their narratives
- Branding as a way to position yourself in the professional world
- Finding a point of view to anchor your story
- Stepping out of your comfort zone to share your story
- Finding inspiration for stories in the little moments of life
Tune in and let us know what else you'd like to hear us talk about in the space of career growth and workplace excellence.
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership and career-growth coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Prior to this, she held senior leadership positions in Citi India. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
#careerchange #careerswitch #careerpodcast #careers #careercoach #goalsetting
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S4E4 - Can we do goal setting differently this year?
Every year around this time, we take stock of our achievements versus the goals we had set. But are we going about it the right way? Are we disappointing ourselves by being too narrowly focused on specific aspects of life, ignoring other achievements? Are we reaching for the unattainable? Should we do things differently this time around?
We talk about
- The downsides of being too narrowly focused and how to expand our goal set
- How to set goals
- Rewarding ourselves for achieving goals
- Setting SMARTER goals
- Foreshadowing failure is as important as visualising success
- Don’t try too many things
Tune in and let us know what else you'd like to hear us talk about in the space of career growth and workplace excellence.
The show we referred to: Huberman Lab
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership and career-growth coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Prior to this, she held senior leadership positions in Citi India. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
#careerchange #careerswitch #careerpodcast #careers #careercoach #goalsetting
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S4E3 - How not to take a layoff personally
Winter is coming (sorry, we know this is so passé), and this season it seems to come with a wave of mass layoffs. It’s quite terrifying because of how untimely and arbitrary they are. Layoffs are just business, not personal. We all know this. But when you get laid off unexpectedly, and it throws a curveball in your career, how can you help but not take it personally? In this episode, Subha and Hasita share their thoughts on how not to take layoffs personally.
In This Episode | Discussion Points
- [02:32] Why layoffs are so jarring despite being a business necessity
- [06:24] Coping with a layoff emotionally, in small and big steps
- [10:03] Post-layoff support and maintaining an amicable relationship with former employers
- [14:29] How to stay a step ahead if you’re anticipating a layoff
- [17:50] What companies can do to handle a layoff with sensitivity
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership and career-growth coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Prior to this, she held senior leadership positions in Citi India. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
You can find us on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
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S4E2 - Why do I struggle to delegate? Here's a mindful approach for every busy professional
Do you find yourself doing a lot yet feeling like the work never ends? Are you still doing things that you mastered a few years ago or in your previous role? On most days, we’re rushing to tasks that need immediate attention rather than thinking about the bigger picture. And this often affects the way founders, senior professionals and leaders delegate to teammates.
Every performance coach and professional probably has a piece of content on delegation, and yet the to struggle to climb the mountain when it comes to delegating work is real. Why does it feel like a mountain in the first place? What should and shouldn’t we delegate? How can we hold others accountable for their tasks while also not stepping on their toes?
We talk about
- Why delegation doesn’t come naturally to most
- Deciding what tasks can and should be delegated
- The Skill-Will matrix: a framework for delegation
- Providing adequate time and support for each team member
Tune in and let us know what else you'd like to hear us talk about in the space of career growth and workplace excellence.
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership and career-growth coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Prior to this, she held senior leadership positions in Citi India. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
#careerchange #careerswitch #careerpodcast #careers #careercoach #delegating
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S4E1 - Your career doesn't need the pressure of being your passion!
Your career and your passion can be two very different things!
Welcome back to Season 4! We're starting with one piece of career advice that can derail the best of us! We've often heard that if you make a career out of your passion, you'd never have to work a day in your life.
But then again, we've also heard it said- find your passion, and let it slowly kill you! If those two in tandem sound ominous, that's because they are.
We talk about
- being in it for the long haul
- how not to take our professional life too personally
- where to put your energy and effort
- what to do in the unlikely circumstance that you do end up turning a passion into a career
What we listened to
- Mark Cuban with Adam Grant on Re:Thinking
- Cal Newport's Top Advice For Young People Starting Their Careers
Tune in and let us know what else you'd like to hear us talk about in the space of career growth and workplace excellence.
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership and career-growth coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
#careerchange #careerswitch #careerpodcast #careers #careercoach
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
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Bonus - Serena and Sebastian and Identity Clarity
Some events just have us making a mad dash to the podcast studio! Not just because we want to talk about them but because we have already been talking about them! Our first bonus episode this season was on the infamous Adam Neumann and his story, seen through WeCrashed on Apple TV. Well, he's back, asking for more money and getting it too! We also ended the season talking about quitting and why it shouldn't get such a bad rep. Serena Williams and Sebastian Vettel seem to think so too. They lead the way in identity-based growth, a must for each of us as we look at longer careers and longer working years.
#careers #careerpodcast #identitygrowth #serenafarewell #sebastianvettelretirement #jamesclear
Don't miss these links!
1. Serena's article in Vogue magazine - Serena Williams Says Farewell to Tennis On Her Own Terms—And In Her Own Words
2. Sebastian Vettel Announces F1 Retirement - video
3. Adam Neumann and how he gets to 'fail up' with more funding
4. James Clear on Identity-based habits
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
You can find us on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
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S3E21 - It's OK to Quit, Right?
For far too long, in the corporate world, we’ve glorified what now seems like the wrong ideals. “Keep at it”, “do or die”, “there is no trying”,… and the list goes on.
But what about the virtues of stepping away, taking a break, or just knowing when we’ve outgrown something. One of the worst things we can do to our careers is to keep at things which don’t agree with us anymore. Using the post-pandemic world as a reference point, we’re using the last episode of season 3 to discuss what it means to know when to stop.
We’re excited to see you in season 4 (we just cannot believe we got here!), with a recharged mind, fresh ideas, and more ways to make your career work for you.
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
#careerchange #careerswitch #careerpodcast #careers
You can find us on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
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S3E20- Small Talk with Neeraj Kakkar- Drinks, memories, and selling a story at scale
As the CEO of Hector Beverages, Neeraj Kakkar has created one of the most iconic beverage brands to come out of India in recent times- Paper Boat.
If you’ve substituted the making of aamras and panakam this past summer with Paper Boat’s beverages, this episode tells us the story behind building and scaling a business.
What does the true journey of an entrepreneur look like? It isn't always gold and glitter. The courage to follow an idea, be willing to learn from the consumer and deliver what the market wants while staying true to your core. Neeraj very candidly shares his journey, from ideas that didn't work to how a pandemic surprisingly brought them closer to their core.
Host:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. As always, you can find Subha here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
#paperboat #entrepreneurs #careerpodcast #buildingabusiness #resilience #careers
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S3E19 - The Challenge of Building and Changing Careers
For many of us, there’s a fundamental challenge in identifying the difference between a job and a career. Should we commit to one field and become the best in it? Should we go wide and learn as much as possible? When is a good time to switch careers? And most importantly, when we’re ready to switch, just what do we do?
In this episode, we address all of these questions about planning how to live out your work-life for the next few decades. Give it a listen!
Things we mention:
1. Cal Newport - So Good They Can't Ignore You
2. Want to Advance in Your Career? Build Your Own Board of Directors - Susan Stelter
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
#careerchange #careerswitch #careerpodcast #careers #calnewport
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S3E18 - Being a multipotentialite and curating your digital presence - with Nandita Iyer
When you don't define yourself just by your professional qualifications or limit yourself to one job/one hobby, the possibilities are endless. Author, much-loved food blogger, columnist, and a medical doctor by training - these are just some of the many hats Nandita Iyer wears in the digital realm. Known by many as Saffrontrail, Nandita follows every passion with just the right amount of love and intensity so that it stays a passion and doesn't turn into a chore. How does she keep up with herself? What makes her tick? How does she decide what to share and what to keep to herself? In this episode, she answers all of these questions and gets us thinking about how we want to show up.
(Multipotentialite is someone with many interests and creative pursuits.)
Where you can find her and all that she does:
1. Saffron Trail - A Vegetarian Blog
2. Newsletter Sattva
3. Books
- This Handmade Life: 7 Skills to Enhance and Transform Your Everyday Life
- The Everyday Healthy Vegetarian: Delicious Meals from the Indian Kitchen
4. Also @saffrontrail on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter
Host:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. As always, you can find Subha here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
#digitalpresence #freelancelife #careerpodcast #foodblogger #author #careers
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Bonus Episode - WeCrashed, Work Cultures, and where the best-laid plans go awry
Have you had a chance to watch WeCrashed on Apple TV+ yet? If not, we’d strongly recommend that you do, definitely for Jared Leto and Anne Hathaway (and Apple’s insane production quality). Also because the story of the rise and fall and eventual consolidation of WeWork has a lot of lessons for us in culture, vision, founder personas, and when a dream begins to turn into a nightmare.
This bonus episode of Small Talk with RainKraft is inspired by our weekend binge sessions. Would you like to see more like this? Do tell us!
Things we talk about:
1. WeCrashed on Apple TV
2. The 4 Deadly Sins of Work Culture: WorkLife with Adam Grant
3. The Shrink Next Door podcast and miniseries on Spotify and Apple TV
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
#wework #workculture #careerpodcast #founders #wecrashed #toxicworkculture
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S3E16 - Do you know how to say No?
The ability to turn down things we’ve outgrown, things we don’t want to be doing, and things we never wanted to do but got cajoled into, is one of the most underrated skills of our century. We are, after all, saddled with information at every turn, and saying ‘no’ feels like a lost opportunity with many ramifications.
In this episode, we discuss healthy ways to say no without sabotaging our careers and work-life and talk about the many stunts we pulled because we just couldn’t utter the magic word.
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
#sayingno #howtosaynotomorework #careerpodcast #worklifebalance
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S3E15 - Creating Organisational Resilience by Being a Perpetual Learner - with Srideep Kesavan
To turn around one business is a big deal in itself, but what do you do when you find yourself in situations where you need to turn several businesses around throughout your career?
Srideep Kesavan, CEO of Heritage Foods with career-defining stints at Coca-Cola and Olam International, is no stranger to growing a business in the face of adversity, and his secret superpower is learning- from every opportunity, every situation, and every person he meets.
In this episode, we talk about the core of what marketing really is, the not-so-unique consumer/employee/human, what business turnaround looks and feels like, how to build a team that works, and consuming content in a way that works for you and enables you to be a leader who learns and delivers.
Give it a listen!
Things we talk about:
1. Ikigai: The Japanese secret to a long and happy life
3. Ted Lasso
Host:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF-certified leadership coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. As always, you can find Subha here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
#first90days #businessturnarounds #careerpodcast #buildingteams #marketingcareers
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S3E14 - Are you a new face at the old workplace?
You know the saying, one person's Google Meet is another person's poison. Some of us have started working with new companies during the pandemic and are only now beginning to see our colleagues in a real-world environment. Maybe we enjoy the luncheons and drinks; maybe we don't. Perhaps, it is hard to keep the luncheons going as a new Zoom meeting beckons. So much for the hybrid life.
What should you do as a new face in these situations? Whether you're a manager, a director, or an executive, there are some ways to make the first few days at your new workplace or your new physical environment worthwhile. So tune in and find out!
Hosts:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
#backtooffice #first90days #hybridwork #careerpodcast #first30days
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S3E13 - Why does a voice inside my head keep telling me I'm not good enough?
We all have fears and many times these fears save us from doing something dangerous. Some fears turn into limiting beliefs - negative judgments about ourselves that we hold to be true. Hold so strongly that we say no to good opportunities because we believe that we aren't capable and hence decide not to give something a try. Are you saying yes to a new role at work? Are you saying yes to trying something that tests your abilities? Or is something holding you back? As a people manager, are you able to spot the signs and get your team member to explore limiting beliefs that are holding them back? Listen in and take a stab at conquering limiting beliefs.
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
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S3E12 - Getting Smart About Artificial Intelligence - with Kashyap Kompella
Everywhere you look there is talk of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it will change all our lives. For the better or is there danger lurking behind the hype? And do we really understand what AI means in the many apps and tools we use? Are science-fiction movies defining our expectations or will the Metaverse really be our next holiday destination? All this and more, from the basics and made as simple and relatable as you will ever hear, from AI Industry Analyst Kashyap Kompella! As CEO of RPA2AI Research and through various books and columns and teaching assignments, Kashyap is an established global thought leader in AI and Digital Transformation who generously helped me understand AI and its implications for each of us today and in the future. If you are thinking about a career in AI, as a fresher or as a mid-career boost, you don't want to miss this conversation.
Host:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 22 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. As always, you can find Subha here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
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S3E11 - Going from Zoom to the Room
Hybrid work has a particular penchant for being trickier than it sounds. Do we over-communicate when we aren’t all around each other? Can we leave a notification be and let it do its job? How do we talk to each other when one person is virtually available and the other wants to be in an actual room? These are some questions we try and answer in this episode.
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
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S3E10 - Building a Sustainable Business, One Toy At a Time - with Meeta Sharma Gupta
When Meeta Sharma Gupta returned to India with her two young boys and struggled to find sustainable playthings, shumee toys was born. One toy at a time, Meeta works closely with artisans across India and her young team of product designers to create new and innovative wooden toys and kids products that align with her vision of making playtime 90% child and 10% toy.
Today her venture is a brand that moms and kids love, largely because of how Meeta has grown the business. Her leadership style and entrepreneurial journey is insightful for every budding business owner and people manager.
Prior to shumee, Meeta was a researcher with IBM TJ Watson, US and her research primarily focussed on computer architecture and systems design. She has a PhD from Harvard University, MS from Univ of Southern California and is a IIT-D BTech in EE.
Host:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. As always, you can find Subha here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
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S3E9 - Why is giving and receiving feedback so difficult?
We don’t always know what does or doesn’t maketh a person, but feedback certainly breaketh us. Why do we hate giving and receiving feedback so much? Why do we take it so personally each and every time? In this episode, we pick up everyone’s least favourite F word, and see how we can make it a little bit less painful and a little more productive for everyone.
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
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S3E8 - How to slow down and still grow your business with Shailaja Vishwanath
Whether you are building a professional brand or your personal brand, it can feel quite overwhelming to be on multiple platforms and create content and generate visibility. Yet, more and more people are discovering that you don't have to be everywhere all the time and business happens in the deep pauses too. Can you stay true to doing more of the work you enjoy while also staying away from the daily hustle? Shailaja Vishwanath, Content Strategist & Business Coach for Solopreneurs, has been doing just that. At last count she even exited platforms like Instagram and Pinterest where she had built a strong and engaging audience. And her calendar is just as full with new work. A must listen for anyone building a business or trying to find their headspace in the constant hustle of the corporate world. Let's hear what her secret sauce is.
Things referred to in the episode:
1. enough by Patrick Rhone
2. Social Media Sharing: The Psychology of Why We Share
Host:
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. As always, you can find Subha here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
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S3E7 - How to recognise and deal with burnout
A conversation on burnout is both relevant and necessary today. Where does the individual locus of control on burnout end, and what aspect of burnout becomes an organisation’s responsibility?
More importantly, what is and isn’t burnout? How can you tell if this is just a tough couple of weeks, or if there might be something more significant going on? And assuming that what you’re experiencing is indeed burnout, how can you ask for and find help from your organisation?
Things referred to in the episode:
1. WHO's take on burnout
2. Dealing With Burnout In Normal Times And Unprecedented Ones - RainKraft
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Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
You can find us on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
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S3E6 - How to hit your goals out of the park - with Yash Mishra
Across generations, across diverse contexts, we’re all human. We need support, and help, and a nudge in the right direction to help us achieve our full potential. In this episode, Yash, Founder, SuperBeings, talks about his two-year journey discovering powerful concepts in positive psychology, neuroscience and best practices in motivation. We talk about how behavioural nudges can help us become better, and lead the way for organisational learning and touch upon growth, hybrid work, Buddhism, positive psychology and how HERO skills can create superbeings!
Books and things that come up in the podcast:
1. Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink
2. Flow: The Classic Work On How To Achieve Happiness: The Psychology of Happiness by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
3. Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life by Martin E.P. Seligman
SuperBeings is building the next-gen OKR, Performance management, and employee engagement platform for hyper-growth start-ups.
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. As always, you can find Subha here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
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S3E5 - How many thoughts does it take to become a Thought Leader?
Who am I? That’s a question that can be answered on the spiritual, philosophical, metaphysical, and practical levels. We are the product of what we do over and over again. We are also the sum total of our choices, the products of our pasts, and so much more.
In this episode, Subha and Hasita talk about deciphering your interests, your identity, and the ultimate digital-age goal of becoming a thought-leader! Today, with the opportunity to be creators and change-makers in our own right, how we define our identity and how we differentiate this from passing interests is the only way to truly get to know ourselves better. The Followers shall, perhaps, then follow. Tune in!
Links to books and things referred to on the show:
1. Atomic Habits by James Clear
2. BeastofTraal - Karthik Srinivasan on LinkedIn
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Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
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S3E4 - Law in the times of Social Justice - with Jayna Kothari
What is it like to WFH when you are a skilled courtroom litigator? Is the profession what it’s made out to be in John Grisham novels and Good Wife episodes? Jayna Kothari is a senior advocate in the Karnataka High Court and the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India. Jayna’s research and practice interests include constitutional law, gender and sexuality law, disability rights and discrimination law. She had argued in the Supreme Court in the constitutional challenges to Section 377 and adultery which were both decriminalized. She also argued the Independent Thought case in which the Supreme Court recognized child marital rape as a criminal offence. Her book, “The Future of Disability Law in India” was published in 2012 by Oxford University Press.
Jayna joins us on Small Talk With Rainkraft to answer common and uncommon questions we have about the law, and tells us what it means to work for social justice - as a young law student or a seasoned litigator, making space for other interests too.
To connect with Jayna, please find her here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaynakothari/. The amazing work she does is captured at https://clpr.org.in
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. As always, you can find Subha here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
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S3E3 - How to focus when you’re chronically distracted
When was the last time one Insta reel led to another and 20min later you are wondering why you are watching kitchen remodelling videos? When was the last time just a glance at the latest ping on your phone didn't lead to checking messages on four other Whatsapp groups? When was the last time you had a video conversation where you did nothing but watch the speaker and listen, without a silent toggle to another tab?
In this episode, Subha and Hasita talk about why focus tools and techniques fail so often and think about guilt-free ways to focus, while also having fun. Can focus be just about doing something deeply for a significant period of time? Does focus have to lead to productivity? And why the 'put-your-phone-away' line of advice is near impossible for most of us. Tune in!
Links to books and things referred to on the show:
1. Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman
2. Dr Rangan Chatterjee in conversation with Johann Hari on How to Reclaim your Attention
3. Deep Work by Cal Newport
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Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
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S3E2 - How Positivity can be your Superpower - with Sonia Saini
Intentionality is everything. Do you believe this to be true? We certainly do, after meeting Sonia. In this episode, Subha sits down with fellow coach Sonia Saini to understand how to drive change in individuals, with a clear focus on empathy and positivity. Sonia generously shares her views and personal stories about the power of positivity (her superpower!) and how each of us can refocus our minds to give us joy and satisfaction in whatever we choose to do.
To connect with Sonia, please find her here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sosaini/. The amazing work she does is captured at www.tickleyourmind.com
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. As always, you can find Subha here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
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S3E1 - How to be Curious and not Judgemental
Small Talk with RainKraft is a pandemic project that outgrew its pandemic status early this year. Let's now look ahead to learning and growing with optimism. Subha and Hasita invite guests for conversations that will inspire you to know more about a person or an idea or the work people do. Challenge yourself to listen with an open mind and take away a whole lot (or just a little bit) that will get you thinking about your life, the work you do and what you can do to be better every day.
Subha Chandrasekaran is an ICF certified leadership coach with over 21 years of experience (corporate & entrepreneurial) leading people and businesses to explore their potential. Hasita is a marketing strategist who dives deep to create sustainable, results-oriented B2B marketing wins.
You can find us on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhachandrasekaran/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasita/
In this episode, we discuss how the award-winning Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso inspires us to think about how a big word like curiosity starts with small steps. And whether being judgemental is really a bad thing.
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S2E10 - With The Best of Intentions
Ending the year and a season, on a high! For the last episode of season 2, we talk about the things that were and the year that will be. Give it a listen for hope, good vibes, and a ton of recommendations, approved by the team at RainKraft.
Links of the recommendations we threw at you!
1. Escape to DeviVilla Estate in Coorg this holiday season or any season! Vishal and Aparna will make you feel so at home in the jungle.
2. The Dutch House on Audible, written by Ann Patchett and narrated by Tom Hanks.
3. 'In Treatment' on Disney HotStar for folks in India and HBO in other places.
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S2E9 - Building A Team Without Hunting for Mini Versions of You!
What do our teams look like today? How are they different from before the pandemic? In this episode, Subha and Hasita cover the nuances of growth, building a team, and learning to let go too. Hiring better also means knowing the difference between getting someone onboard for the long term vs dipping into the gig economy to get work done.
Subha is an executive/leadership/career coach at RainKraft, and works with individuals to tap into their full potential, form mindful work patterns, and help them thrive at the workplace. Hasita is That Content Girl, a B2B marketing consultant and copywriter.
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S2 E8 - Where do you draw the line? Drawing boundaries in a virtual world.
Welcome to Small Talk with RainKraft, where Subha and Hasita discuss the workplace's most pressing challenges, and how to resolve them. Have you ever juggled conflicting expectations in a new environment? Do you struggle with boundaries in the hybrid work world? How do you stay professional when the workplace is also the dining table or bedroom corner?
We face the exact same challenges and work towards finding a solution every day, and this podcast is a way for us to give back to India's diverse workforce, of which we are a part.
Subha is an executive/leadership/career coach at RainKraft, and works with individuals to tap into their full potential, form mindful work patterns, and help them thrive at the workplace. Hasita is That Content Girl, a B2B marketing consultant and copywriter.
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S2 E7 - Connecting the Dots with Kartik Hosanagar
A truly inspiring and insightful conversation with Kartik Hosanagar, a multipotentialite with careers in academia, entrepreneurship, angel-investing and now jumpstarting a new venture in movie-making. We talk about numerous things that hold true for professionals in any sphere of work. Kartik generously shares the guiding principles that have shaped his work and life - from the stereotypical career choices we make as young adults to breaking free of our own beliefs to using the Ikigai circles to life in academia and how his passion for film-making enhances his teaching to what every professional today needs to hear and practice today. Listen in and discover how to connect the dots and enjoy what you do every day.
References from the episode:
1. A Human’s Guide to Machine Intelligence: How Algorithms Are Shaping Our Lives and How We Can Stay in Control by Kartik Hosanagar (Available at https://amzn.to/36RsGUC)
2. Ikigai: The Japanese secret to a long and happy life (Available at: https://amzn.to/3eLPeuB)
3. Podcasts we listen to: Cal Newport and Adam Grant
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Notes to Self - Ep 3 - It's ok to not be ok
An honest and brave Notes to Self, where Hasita shares her personal mental health journey. A journey that takes courage, compassion, and commitment, to know and understand that it's ok to not be ok. And in knowing that, you will be ok.
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