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iFlourish - from Languishing to Flourishing! iFlourish is a Podcast (~10-15 min duration for each episode), brought to you by Beena Joshi and Bhaskar Natarajan; where they discuss various topics and share knowledge, increase awareness, and engage professionals from all walks of life about the benefits of ‘Flourishing’ and importance of Mental Health - for self and people around. Please send in your feedback, comments, queries, or interesting stories/inputs to iflourishpodcast@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhaskarnatarajan/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/beenajoshi/

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Episode thumbnail for Season 2 | Episode 6 - Nurturing Relationships

April 1, 2024

Season 2 | Episode 6 - Nurturing Relationships

<p><strong>Summary</strong></p> <p>In this episode, Beena and Bhaskar discuss the importance of nurturing relationships with friends and family. They emphasize that nurturing relationships goes beyond socializing and requires a sense of closeness and belongingness. They also highlight the impact of social connections on physical and mental well-being. The concept of the emotional bank account is introduced, where positive actions are deposits and negative actions are withdrawals in a relationship. Stephen Covey&#39;s six major deposits for nurturing relationships are empathy, attending to small gestures, keeping commitments, clarifying expectations, showing personal integrity, and apologizing and taking responsibility for mistakes. They also discuss the importance of setting boundaries and open communication in nurturing relationships.</p> <p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p> <ul> <li>Nurturing relationships goes beyond socializing and requires a sense of closeness and belongingness.</li> <li>Social connections improve physical and mental well-being.</li> <li>The emotional bank account concept involves making positive deposits and avoiding negative withdrawals in relationships.</li> <li>Stephen Covey&#39;s six major deposits for nurturing relationships are empathy, attending to small gestures, keeping commitments, clarifying expectations, showing personal integrity, and apologizing and taking responsibility for mistakes.</li> <li>Setting boundaries and open communication are important in nurturing relationships.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Chapters</strong></p> <p>00:00 Introduction</p> <p>01:08 Nurturing Relationships</p> <p>04:34 The Concept of Emotional Bank Account</p> <p>05:54 Deposits and Withdrawals in Relationships</p> <p>09:20 Types of Deposits in the Emotional Bank Account</p> <p>13:44 Empathy and Attending to Small Things</p> <p>15:37 Keeping Commitments and Clarifying Expectations</p> <p>20:54 Barriers to Nurturing Relationships</p> <p>23:15 Setting Boundaries and Open Communication</p> <p>25:09 Conclusion and Call for Feedback</p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iflourish/message

Episode thumbnail for Season 2 | Episode 5 - Wealth-Wise with Mr. Nimesh Rathod

March 16, 2024

Season 2 | Episode 5 - Wealth-Wise with Mr. Nimesh Rathod

<p>Summary: In this episode, Bhaskar Natarajan and Beena Joshi interview Nimesh Rathod, who is known as the &#39;Thinking Catalyst&#39; and the Inventor of &#39;Econowise&#39;. The discussion revolves around the importance of simplifying complex financial topics and the need for individuals to make their money work harder. They explore the concepts of wealth creation and retiring early, emphasizing the importance of taking risks with money rather than with oneself. They also explore the role of gender differences in financial decision-making and provide insights on balancing the aspects of safety and growth in investments. The episode concludes with advice for salaried individuals on creating a well-rounded wheel of life.</p> <p> </p> <p>Key Take Away :</p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Simplified complex financial topics for better understanding.</li> <li>How to create wealth and achieve financial independence.</li> <li>Take calculated risks with your money, to achieve financial growth.</li> <li>Balance the aspects of safety and growth in investments by exploring yield instruments.</li> <li>Creating a well-rounded Wheel of Life by focusing on financial independence and retirement planning.</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Chapters:</strong></p> <ul> <li>00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction</li> <li>01:08 The Role of a Thinking Catalyst</li> <li>05:26 Simplifying Macroeconomics and Finance</li> <li>06:28 Inspiration for Bringing Finance, Business, and Coaching Together</li> <li>09:00 Understanding Economize from a Day-to-Day Perspective</li> <li>10:30 Creating Wealth and Retiring Early</li> <li>12:00 The Importance of Risk-Taking in Wealth Creation</li> <li>14:25 Gender and Wealth Creation</li> <li>15:47 Key Milestones in Wealth Creation</li> <li>21:39 Retirement and the Power of Compounding</li> <li>23:35 The Influence of Scarcity and Cultural Factors on Financial Habits</li> <li>27:29 Taking Risks with Money and Not on Yourself</li> <li>30:19 Creating a Well-Rounded Wheel of Life</li> <li>32:17 The Concept of Financial Independence and Retiring Early (FIRE)</li> <li>36:15 Managing the Predicament of Keeping Money Safe and Growing It</li> <li>39:40 Exploring Yield Instruments for Investment</li> <li>45:01 Government Bonds and their Yield</li> <li>47:27 Advice for Salaried Individuals to Create a Well-Rounded Wheel of Life</li> <li>50:25 Wrap-up and Call to Action</li> </ul> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iflourish/message

Episode thumbnail for Season 2 - Episode 4 - Future-Proof Your Career: AI, Branding, and Networking - with Ms. Natasha Parikh

February 28, 2024

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Future-Proof Your Career: AI, Branding, and Networking - with Ms. Natasha Parikh

<p>In this episode, Bhaskar and Beena are joined by Natasha Parikh, a highly respected career coach. They discuss various topics related to career choices and transitions. Natasha shares her journey as a career coach and the importance of career counseling. They also explore the challenges different age groups face in making career choices, especially in the post-pandemic era. The conversation highlights the need to adapt to remote work and embrace technology, including AI, in order to thrive in the evolving job market. In this conversation, Natasha Parikh discusses the fear of job loss due to AI and the importance of adopting AI to stay relevant. She emphasizes the role of organizations in addressing job insecurity and supporting employees in upskilling. Natasha also explains how AI complements her role as a career coach, highlighting the importance of the human touch and critical thinking. The conversation delves into the significance of personal branding, particularly on platforms like LinkedIn, and the impact it has on career progression. Networking and building connections are identified as crucial factors in career success. The conversation concludes with stories of successful career transitions and the key strategies for career progression: developing soft skills, nurturing networks, and building a personal brand. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Takeaways</p> <ul> <li>Career counseling is crucial for making informed career choices at any age.</li> <li>The traditional approach of choosing a career based solely on skills or interests is not sufficient. A holistic approach that considers interests, personality, skills, and motivations is necessary.</li> <li>The abundance of information and the fear of missing out (FOMO) can make career decision-making overwhelming for young adults.</li> <li>Adapting to remote work and embracing technology, including AI, is essential for career success in the post-pandemic era. Adopting AI is crucial to staying relevant in the changing job market and addressing job insecurity.</li> <li>Personal branding, especially on platforms like LinkedIn, is essential for career progression.</li> <li>Networking and building connections play a significant role in career success.</li> <li>Soft skills, such as critical thinking and adaptability, are invaluable in navigating career transitions and progressing in one&#39;s career.</li> </ul> <p>Chapters</p> <ul> <li>Introduction and Welcome</li> <li>Natasha&#39;s Background and Expertise</li> <li>Challenges Faced by Different Age Groups in Career Choices</li> <li>The Importance of Career Counseling</li> <li>Adapting to Work from Home and Embracing AI</li> <li>The Future of AI in Careers</li> <li>The Fear of Job Loss and the Importance of Adopting AI</li> <li>Digital Transformation and Addressing Job Insecurity</li> <li>The Role of a Career Coach in the Age of AI</li> <li>The Importance of Personal Branding in Career Progression</li> <li>The Impact of LinkedIn and Personal Branding on Career Success</li> <li>The Power of Networking and Building Connections</li> <li>Navigating Midlife Career Transitions and Crisis</li> <li>Successful Career Transitions: From Commerce to Fashion and Dentistry to HR</li> <li>Key Strategies for Career Progression: Soft Skills, Networking, and Personal Branding</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iflourish/message

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What is iFlourish?

iFlourish - from Languishing to Flourishing!

iFlourish is a Podcast (~10-15 min duration for each episode), brought to you by Beena Joshi and Bhaskar Natarajan; where they discuss various topics and share knowledge, increase awareness, and engage professionals from all walks of life about the benefits of ‘Flourishing’ and importance of Mental Health - for self and people around.

Please send in your feedback, comments, queries, or interesting stories/inputs to

iflourishpodcast@gmail.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhaskarnatarajan/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/beenajoshi/

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