As a kid, he always prayed to god to make him famous. At 18, he launched his first album. 22 years later today, he has become Indiaâs music sensation, one of the most loved singers and still believes that he has a long bucket list to complete.
Our guest today is none other than Diljit Dosanjh!
I was personally super excited for our conversation.
As you listen to it, you will see the candid side of Diljit which will make you admire him.
Here are my takeaways from our conversation:
-> As a kid, he always wanted to be a singer and wanted to be so famous that everyone knew him.
-> When asked about love, he said, "The one who doesnât love himself, canât love or respect anyone else."
-> He said that to become a successful artist, one doesn't have to go through pain but has to deeply focus on their work.
-> When I asked him the secret to his consistent success, he said he has consistently worked day and night for 22 years and it paid off.
-> One piece of advice he shared,â Always work with someone who wants to work with you, not with the one you want to work with. Because the results will be unmatched.â
Thatâs all I had for you today!
We also talked about:
â© Why does he always mention he is a Punjabi and not an Indian
â© Backstory of how he came into singing
â© His take on love and his first love
â© Why he works with new artists
â© The turning point of his life
Watch the entire podcast here:
https://youtu.be/k7EJ_9gaWPA?si=wySMQ...
P.S. What is the one thing that you admire about Diljit? Share with me in the comments.
An average mindset often settles for mediocrity, avoiding challenges and choosing to give up.
Whereas, a champion's mindset welcomes adversity and views setbacks as learning opportunities.
If we focus on the good instead of the bad we would be able to push ourselves beyond limits and can ultimately achieve excellence.
How do you think one can achieve a champion's mindset? Tell me in the comments!
â80% of unemployed people are the ones who are preparing for government examsâ, said Saloni Khanna on our podcast.
She is a UPSC Interviewer, an educationist, an economist and also the founder of âSkill Up Foundationâ.
Our conversation revolved around UPSC, corruption, the reality of civil servants, and much more.
Here are my top 5 takeaways from our conversation:
-> One of the reasons for unemployment is peopleâs skills are not matching with the job that they desire.
-> While talking about the coaching mafia, she said that after school, some coaching institutes approach students for UPSC preparation, to enroll them in their coaching.
-> Three habits that most civil servants develop while preparing for their exams- Newspaper reading, book reading, and dealing with people.
-> One common thing between most successful people- They have clarity of what they want to do or what they donât want to do.
-> Three myths around government jobs- It's a 9-5 job, a government job is better than a private job and there is a work-life balance in government jobs.
Thatâs all I had for you today!
We also talked about:
â© Why some amount of corruption is important for the economy
â© Three tips to win any debate
â© Why many people love Vikas Divyakirti
â© What is the starting salary of IAS officers
â© How to introduce yourself in an IAS interview
Watch the entire podcast here:
https://youtu.be/cvddvAqZLMg?si=n4o__...
P.S. What is the one myth you have heard about IAS officers? Share with me in the comments.
Which of the following lifestyle factors is commonly associated with Blue Zones?
He came to Mumbai to study B-tech, but deep down he wanted to do acting. He auditioned for months without telling his family. Soon he got Pyaar Ka Punchnama for âč70 thousand. Over the years, he kept working on his craft and followed his instinct. Today he charges more than âč40 crores for his movies.
Meet our guest, Kartik Aaryan.
He is loved for his performance in movies like âLuka Chuppiâ and âSonu Ke Titu Ki Sweetyâ.
In this conversation, you will see the most candid side of Kartik Aaryan where he talks about his bitter relationship experiences, his thoughts on love, the low phases of his life, and much more.
Here are my favourite takeaways from our conversation:
â When asked about love, he said,â Sometimes imperfections are good and they make a person all the more beautiful.â
â One piece of advice he shared for succeeding in life is,â The voice that comes within you that says you have already lost, you need to know how to shut that voiceâ.
â His perspective on Championâs mentality,â What differentiates a champion from an average person is that he refuses to give up in difficult times.â
Thatâs all I had for you today!
We also discussed:
â© His bitter experiences in relationships
â© His journey from 70k to 40cr
â© How Chandu Champion changed his life
â© Stories from his journey of becoming an actor
â© Low phases of his life
Watch the entire podcast here:
https://youtu.be/oxhs_C9yPhs?si=BGyKp...
P.S. Which is your favourite movie and what do you like about it the most? Share with me in the comments :)
We can't deny the fact that money holds a lot of power. And the one who has money has the power over a lot of decisions.
If you never take responsibility for your personal finances, then you will never be in control of them, and the major life decisions of your life will be taken by the person who controls your money.
I feel no matter whether you are a man or a woman, it is important to be financially independent because with money comes the freedom to make decisions and live our lives on our terms.
âWhichever country has inequality has better foodâ, said Krish Ashok on our podcast.
He is the author of Masala Lab: The Science of Indian Cooking Science Communicator.
This was one of those conversations that will make you aware of so many myths and facts about the science behind food.
Here are my top 5 takeaways from our conversation:
â US tiffins have a lot of processed food whereas Indian tiffins are filled with nutrition. But we lack protein in our tiffins, so adding that will enhance the overall nutrition of our meals.
â There are studies that show that single women live longer as pregnancy reduces the life expectancy of a woman.
â Refrigerated food is safe for a week, it doesnât lose its important nutrients like proteins and vitamins.
â Microwaved food doesnât lead to cancer but rather it helps in keeping the nutrients in the food while reheating.
â Detox drinks donât do much good. Your body gets clean not by what you eat but by what you don't eat.
Thatâs all I had for you today!
We also talked about:
â© Why people in Blue Zones live 100years even after smoking?
â© Why are Indians turning lactose intolerant?
â© Are non-stick utensils safe to use?
â© Is insect eating healthy?
â© Are superfoods a myth?
Watch the entire podcast here:
https://youtu.be/Zf0idCv5BGU?si=VEgOg...
P.S. What is the weirdest myth that you have heard about food? Share with me in the comments :)
We recently had The Chainsmokers on our podcast.
They have created magical songs like âCloserâ and âDonât Let Me Downâ.
They are one of the most loved musical bands globally.
But most people donât know that they are also the founders of Mantis Venture Capital.
While listening to our conversation, you will see a candid side of The Chainsmokers.
Here are my favorite takeaways from our conversation:
-> Initially Drew wasnât a part of The Chainsmokers, Alex was working with Rhett Bixler and later Drew joined him.
-> In their first song, they worked with Priyanka Chopra. Alex said that they totally enjoyed working with her and she had a âStar Auraâ around her.
-> They said they enjoy Indian weddings and one of the Indian weddings where they performed was of the Ambanis.
-> After their songs went viral, they met a lot of entrepreneurs in 2016-2017 and got introduced to different businesses and eventually they became venture capitalists.
-> One of the Indian actors that Alex wants to work with is Ram Charan, he saw the âRRRâ movie and got mesmerized by his acting.
Thatâs all I had for you today!
We also talked about:
â© Why they named their brand Chainsmokers
â© How their life changed after their songs went viral
â© Backstory of collaborating with Coldplay
Watch the entire podcast here:
https://youtu.be/X5Re2M9Lcq8?si=1hd3F...
P.S. Which is your favorite international music band? Share with me in the comments.
Every long-standing relationship should incorporate these 4 Cs:
Connection: You should instantly feel that spark of connection, as if you both align with each other.
Chemistry: There should be a bit of chemistry. When you look at that person, there should be a spark, a tease, that chemistry.
Compatibility: Testing compatibility is necessary to see if you both are ready to adjust to each other.
Celebration: Celebration is one of the most important 'Cs' that many couples overlook. If you ensure that the little celebrations keep happening, then only the other 3 Cs will work out.
When was the last time you celebrated with your partner ? Tell me in the comments below.
He graduated from IIT, worked as a freelancer for a few months and today he ended up building Newton School, an ed-tech platform that helps people become better software engineers.
His goal is to empower young Indians and help them get their dream job and income.
Meet our guest, Siddharth Maheshwari who is the co-founder of Newton School.
This was one of those conversations that was packed with insights into the education industry.
Here are my top 5 key takeaways:
-> When you get into a good college or university, it helps you build your character and develop values. It gives you space to try without feeling the fear of failure.
-> Three high-paying skills to develop if you miss out on going to a good college- Coding, designing, and marketing. Being a problem solver is a bonus!
-> The upper-middle-class population is increasing. You can make a profitable business if you target this segment. For every 20% value-added, you can charge 50% extra.
-> Three things everyone should work on- Be great at your skill, have the right attitude, which means being humble and curious, and build your personal brand.
-> Two basic parameters to know if you are in a good job- You enjoy your everyday tasks and you are able to get good output.
Thatâs all I had for you today!
We also talked about:
â© 5 high-value skills that will be valuable after 5 years
â© How can you secure yourself from being replaced by AI
â© How companies like Apple and Google hire people
â© How can you earn 6-figures as a beginner coder
â© How can you earn in coding without a degree?
Watch the entire podcast here:
https://youtu.be/wDZpMtkrdrQ?si=uSIVJ...
P.S. What is one high-paying skill according to you? Share with me in the comments.
The next 10 years is going to be The Golden Age for India filled with infinite once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, but if you donât prepare and grow yourself to win these opportunities then you wonât be able to achieve your âIndian Dreamâ.
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