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Figuring Out with Raj Shamani

Figuring Out is a podcast for people who want to learn. It connects the world’s sharpest minds to the 1.4 billion Indians who want to win.
Raj Shamani sits across from the world’s top 1%: billionaires, leaders, entrepreneurs, athletes, and experts to give you a masterclass in what it takes to reach the top of a global stage. World’s best playbooks, strategies, and stories for the generation that wants to turn their ambitious dreams into reality. Figuring Out has become a place where the world comes to talk to India. And where India comes to learn from the world. Follow to become a part of it.

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How I Became Millionaire By Teaching Maths? Ft @ABHINAYMATHS on Education, Government Jobs | FO 74 Feb 01, 2023

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In this latest episode of Figuring Out Podcast we are in conversation with Abhinay Sharma. He is founder of Abhinay Maths and teaches maths for government job exams preparation. He has his YouTube channel @ABHINAYMATHS with 2.53 Million subscribers.
He started is career as a Maths educator for competitive exams like SSC CGL, CHSL etc. in 2012 just after he completed his graduation. He got selected in SSC CGL Exams 5 times and has been offered following jobs in respective years - 2012- INCOME TAX INSPECTOR; 2013- DIVISIONAL ACCOUNTANT IN CAG; 2014 - EXCISE INSPECTOR IN GST; 2015- EXAMINER; 2016-AAO (GAZETTED OFFICER).
He joined some of them for short durations but finally left and continued his career in teaching field only. He started is coaching centre for Competitive exam preparation in 2017 'ABHINAY MATHS CLASSES'. He is also a top educator in Unacademy Learning App for the past 4 year.
In this podcast we have discussed his complete journey of becoming India’s favourite maths teacher with the help of Youtube!
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00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Life journey of Abhinay
11:30 - How did he become viral on YouTube?
14:10 - Starting Abhinay Maths
19:46 - Why should education not be on discount?
23:21 - Top Skills to Learn
32:13 - Why are Indians obsessed with government jobs?
35:13 - Education business in India
38:00 - South Indians Vs North Indians
42:09 - Vlogging in India
43:05 - Love vs Career
44:42 - How to become a good storyteller?
47:53 - bada admi kaise bante hai?
49:52 - How can we all support the growth of India?
54:50 - Why teaching is the best profession?
57:37 - Why don't people want to be teachers in India?
1:05:00 - advice for all the students
1:06:21 - Conclusion
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Raj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
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The Growing Wealth And Power of Gautam Adani decoded by R N Bhaskar | Figuring Out Episode 73 Jan 25, 2023

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In this latest episode of Figuring Out Podcast we are in conversation with Senior journalist and educator RN Bhaskar, who is known to have covered the Gujarat industrialist Gautam Adani, who happens to be the world's third richest man, since 2007 and calls him a master implementer in his book but think his decision to diversify into media is far from prudent.
In this podcast, we will talk about a lot of things with RN Bhaskar with the main one being decoding the world’s third richest man - Gautam Adani. In today’s episode we have made sure to deliver the rawest side of RN Bhaskar AND Gautam Adani to you guys, so make sure you watch the episode till the end!
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0:00 Introduction
01:51 what was the start of ‘Adani’
08:12 how did Gautam Adani and Jay Bhai meet
22:30 How to merge your incentives with national priority in a business?
44:54 How Adani manages to run so many businesses so well?
46:54 How huge is the Adani group?
49:10 What is Adani doing wrong?
56:39 is Adani the future of India?
59:58 the next big business group for India in the next 10 years
1:07:00 Is Adani's growth a bubble ready to burst?
1:10:28 the key people of Adani’s business
1:13:01 Why are people so afraid of Adani?
1:21:28 India, China & Russia together are going to change the world
1:26:12 What's stopping India from becoming a world power?
1:28:40 why is it difficult to do business in India?
1:31:26 Villain of Adani’s story
1:34:18 what would be the reason for Adani’s downfall?
1:36:36 closing remarks
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My gear for shooting this video:
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Yunteng Aluminium Tripod (Vct-690, Black): https://amzn.to/3ItEzV0
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About Raj Shamani
Raj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
To Know More,
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Figuring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India. Become an exceptional speaker and own any room you enter with your confidence: https://m.rajshamani.com/4UtT

Amit Jain on Shark Tank, Building CarDekho and Building a Startup in Tier 2 | FO 72 in Hindi Jan 18, 2023

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In this latest episode of Figuring Out Podcast we are in conversation with Amit Jain, CEO and Co-Founder of CarDekho and the newest shark on Shark Tank India Season 2!
In this podcast, we will talk about a lot of things with Amit while he shares some nuggets from his entrepreneurial journey. He is also an alumni of IIT Delhi and proved to be a jaw-dropper when he appeared in the season two trailer of Shark Tank. But there’s so much behind the face that we know nothing about. In today’s episode we have made sure to deliver the rawest side of Amit to you guys, so make sure you watch the episode till the end!
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Amit’s Social Media Handles ⤵︎
Instagram: @amitjain_cardekho
https://www.instagram.com/amitjain_cardekho/
LinkedIn: Amit Jain
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cardekhoamitjain/
0:00 Introduction
03:46 Does going to an IIT or IIM matter?
08:54 What's that one extraordinary thing that IIT taught you?
10:26 Why did you leave your job in the US and come back to India?
12:06 Why did you shift from working in a job to being an entrepreneur?
19:57 Is giving ‘gyaan’ to your parents the right thing to do?
33:26 How did you build CarDekho’s revenue stream overtime?
48:02 dealership-specific businesses in India that can be profitable
51:17 Why are you still building your business in a Tier-2 city?
55:16 3 pillars for nurturing the right talent
57:57 top 3 skills required to upskill
1:00:31 one common attitude between all the successful people
1:05:19 What do you look for in an entrepreneur before funding them?
1:08:10 Your journey on Shark Tank
1:09:15 Which was your dream car?
1:12:36 What's the most expensive thing you’ve bought?
1:13:07 Why are family businesses finding it hard to sustain?
1:16:22 top leadership practices you follow in CarDekho
1:18:48 where do you see the next unicorn building in India?
1:30:07 Closing Remarks
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About Raj Shamani
Raj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy mi

The Science of Hair Loss: Causes and Solutions ft. @TrayaHealth | Figuring Out Episode 71 Jan 11, 2023

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In this latest episode of Figuring Out Podcast we are in conversation with Saloni Anand and Altaf Saiyed, a power couple building Traya Health with the vision to help people overcome their biggest insecurity - baldness!
In this podcast, we will talk about a lot of things like Traya Startup, how did the idea come to them, Traya’s Initiative, How to Regrow Hair, Baldness, is Hair Transplant the ultimate solution for baldness and the Importance of Hair Treatment at the right time. We will also be talking about how anyone can build the right product for the Indian market and the power of consumer insights in a business. Make sure you watch this episode till the end!
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Traya’s Website and Social Media Handles ⤵︎
Website: Traya Health
https://traya.health/
YouTube: @TrayaHealth
https://www.youtube.com/@TrayaHealth
Instagram: @traya.health
https://www.instagram.com/traya.health/
0:00 - Introduction
02:59 things you did different with Traya
09:38 Do brands really do what they claim clinically?
14:22 Do you think hair transplant can be the ultimate solution?
16:27 Why are people losing their hair so much in India?
23:20 What should people do in order to build brands?
34:20 How did the idea to Build Traya come to you?
42:16 How are Indian customers different from others?
46:00 How can people build result-based businesses?
50:59 What brands do you look up to?
59:25 Where do you see the next opportunity in India?
1:03:26 Do you think India is ready for purpose-led brands?
1:05:26 Closing Remarks
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About Raj Shamani
Raj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
To Know More,
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• • •
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Bhuvan Bam on Taaza Khabar, Content Creation, Money, Fame and Relationships | FO 70 with @BBKiVines  Jan 04, 2023

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In this latest episode of Figuring Out Podcast we are in conversation with Bhuvan Bam, the man who needs no introduction and has taken Content Creation and Youtube India to another level!
The undisputed king of content shares his journey of struggles and stardom. In fact, Taaza Khabar marks Bhuvan’s entry into the OTT world. With so much that he has already achieved and so much that he is yet to explore, in today’s conversation we go a little bit deeper to know everything there is behind the name Bhuvan Bam. So, make sure you watch the episode till the end!
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Bhuvan’s Social Media Handles ⤵︎
YouTube: @BBkiVines
https://www.youtube.com/@BBKiVines
Instagram: @bhuvan.bam22
https://www.instagram.com/bhuvan.bam22/
Twitter: @bhuvan_bam
https://twitter.com/Bhuvan_Bam
0:00 Introduction
02:53 A lil about Bhuvan
08:11 Bhuvan and Johnny Sins
13:58 Bhuvan and SRK
21:26 How do you stay relevant on short form content?
25:11 Why is Bollywood failing?
26:29 How can Content Creators Stand out?
28:02 is short-form the future of content?
28:49 your take on South Indian Cinema
36:04 What’s next for you?
41:31 A feeling that scares you
43:14 Will you go Global?
45:04 One advice for any aspiring creator
47:03 one thing you love about content creation
49:12 one instance that you regret
51:46 Who are you closest to now?
54:12 one advice to maintain love-life
55:16 did you always wished to pursue bollywood
57:41 is attention disorder normal for successful people?
1:01:30 what is your driving force to do what you are doing
1:08:07 What drives you to go beyond YouTube?
1:10:15 one thing you did wrong in Dhindora
1:13:08 how have you built audience connection
1:15:07 science behind success of your YouTube
1:16:53 what do you like to do usually?
1:17:30 your vision behind your Production house
1:22:38 do we see your personal life in Taaza Khabar?
About Raj Shamani
Raj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
To Know More,
Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎
Instagram @RajShamani
https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/
Twitter @RajShamani
https://twitter.com/rajshamani
Facebook @ShamaniRaj
https://www.facebook.com/shamaniraj
LinkedIn - Raj Shamani
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/
• • •
#Podcast #FiguringOut #RajShamani
About Figuring Out
Figuring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India. Become an exceptional speaker and own any room you enter with your confidence: https://m.rajshamani.com/4UtT

Namita Thapar on Shark Tank, Family Businesses and Brand Building | Figuring Out Episode 69 Dec 28, 2022

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In this latest episode of Figuring Out Podcast we are in conversation with Namita Thapar who is the Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals and has been a judge on Shark tank India.
Namita is an epitome of women's empowerment and a vocal advocate of women's participation in the corporate sector. Namita has always been excellent in every field; whether it’s about education, where she became CA at just 21 years of age and studied at Duke University or it’s about her corporate life where she received an immense amount of success and respect, it only shows her will to dream and hard work in the pursuit of it. How did she manage to maintain the balance between her corporate life and her domestic responsibility? How did she achieve success in her occupational sector and reach the heights of success? Let’s find out together in today’s episode!
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Namita’s Social Media Handles ⤵︎
Instagram: @namitathapar
https://www.instagram.com/namitathapar/?hl=en
Twitter: @namitathapar
https://twitter.com/namitathapar
0:00 - Introduction
1:42 - Build. Don’t Talk
02:34 - how did you bounce off between so many phases in life?
04:41 - how do you choose what to do at one time?
06:06 - brand building vs sales
10:44 - top 3 countries with relevance for pharma industry
11:44 - what departments should one focus on while starting a business?
17:15 - how do you make sure that your team doesn’t leave you?
19:38 - your favourite company around the world
23:53 - your favourite chapter from your own book
25:57 - what are the mistakes people usually make in a family business
30:26 - your shark tank journey with sharks and startups
35:58 - Quick questions with Namita Thapar
37:38 - closing remarks
About Raj Shamani
Raj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
To Know More,
Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎
Instagram @RajShamani
https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/
Twitter @RajShamani
https://twitter.com/rajshamani
Facebook @ShamaniRaj
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• • •
#Podcast #FiguringOut #RajShamani
About Figuring Out
Figuring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India. Become an exceptional speaker and own any room you enter with your confidence: https://m.rajshamani.com/4UtT

Meet India’s First Crypto Billionaire Sandeep Nailwal | Polygon | Figure Out Episode 68 Dec 21, 2022

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In this latest episode of Figuring Out Podcast we are in conversation with Sandeep Nailwal who is the Co-Founder of Polygon Technology where we talk about the power of entrepreneurship and how Web3 and Blockchain systems are going to change the world.
Sandeep’s story is one literal rags to riches one since he comes from a really humble background. But today, he is a founder of a multi-billion dollar company and is setting his sights on making it one of the biggest companies in Web3. How was he able to do so? Watch the episode to find out!
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Sandeep’s Social Media Handles ⤵︎
LinkedIn: Sandeep Nailwal
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandeep-nailwal-60709a33/
Twitter: @sandeepnailwal
https://twitter.com/sandeepnailwal
0:00 - Introduction
2:18 - do you have insecurities after achieving so much?
7:30 - why startups fail in the Web3 & Crypto domains?
11:27 - why do people call web3 & crypto industries a scam?
16:41 - a little about Sandeep Nailwal’s background
25:30 - what sources of strength do people need to make it big?
32:38 - what exactly are you doing differently with Polygon?
39:01 - your top 3 important leadership lessons
54:19 - how Gangs of Wasseypur helped you?
56:28 - how do you convert from money to mission?
1:04:25 - closing remarks
About Raj Shamani
Raj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
To Know More,
Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎
Instagram @RajShamani
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Twitter @RajShamani
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Facebook @ShamaniRaj
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• • •
#Podcast #FiguringOut #RajShamani
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Figuring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India. Become an exceptional speaker and own any room you enter with your confidence: https://m.rajshamani.com/4UtT

Ajay Lakhotia on StockGro, Indian Stock Market, Networking and more! | Figuring Out Episode 67 Dec 16, 2022

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In this latest episode of Figuring Out Podcast we are in conversation with Ajay Lakhotia who is the Co-Founder of StockGro. Before joining this company he has worked with companies like Kissht.com, Gravity Capital, Vertex Venture, Yatra Online, IDG Ventures India, ICICI Bank, Capgemini & others.
On StockGro, users get 10 lakh virtual cash, trade, invest and get paid for building a winning portfolio. But how did he think of building such a business after having lost nearly 80 lakhs in the stock market before? Watch the episode to find out!
Check Out StockGro Here: https://stockgro.app.link/RajShamaniPC
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Ajay’s Social Media Handles ⤵︎
LinkedIn: Ajay Lakhotia
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaylakhotia/
Twitter: @ajlakhotia
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0:00 - Introduction
2:48 - how many hours do you sleep?
3:55 - do you believe in work-life balance?
5:50 - how do you manage your time?
7:06 - what do business schools teach you?
10:45 - how can someone start networking?
14:26 - a little about Ajay Lakhotia’s background
24:13 - your life post business school
27:20 - a little about the VC Industry in India
38:42 - difference between US, Indian and Chinese markets
43:19 - What exactly is Stockgro doing in India?
1:06:30 - how should one invest money from a macro perspective?
1:14:15 - what do you like to read and why?
1:19:32 - the next sector India should build businesses in?
1:24:22 - Closing Remarks
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Toshan Tamhane on Business, Problem Solving, Leadership and Success | Figuring Out Episode 66 Dec 09, 2022

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In this latest episode of Figuring Out Podcast we are in conversation with Toshan Tamhane, an avid adventurer who lives with 1 aim - “regret minimization - you only live once”.
He followed the conventional IIM-A to consulting path - spent 18+ years at McKinsey across 55+ countries, advising billionaires, making deals, and building businesses. Then, a bit bored and a bit reflective, I ventured into traditional corporate roles with a passion for investing, M&As, digital builds & sustainability.
Currently trying to make the full use of 24 hours every day, I also invest in start-ups (~30+ investments), teach in B-schools, serve as an active Board member, and write extensively.
Managing 2 kids (and my wife) is an adventure of a different order. To do this efficiently, he keeps himself fit by climbing mountains in Nepal & the Alps as well as practicing intense sports (kickboxing, bouldering, capoeira, running marathons).
Lastly, he tries to meet and learn from at least 1 person every week - that's 52 intense conversations.
Will you be the next?
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Twitter: @TamhaneToshan
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0:00 How Steve Redgrave became 5x Olympic Champion
4:33 Toshan’s Sports role model
8:13 How important is attention to detail
12:40 What does Toshan Tamhane do
13:45 What exactly does a CSO do?
15:30 The most important skill for a CSO
16:47 What role does Raj have in his startup
17:56 How Steve Jobs vision led to Apple’s success
19:05 Alex Ferguson’s role in Manchester United’s Success
20:40 3 books every aspiring CEO should read
28:20 Do books help in real life?
29:35 3 best books that Raj has read
31:40 What does a CFO do?
38:05 What does a COO do?
40:35 Best books for CFO and COO
42:50 difference between Startups and Corporate
48:40 Why failed startups are important
50:40 Why a startup shouldn’t chase a big market
52:00 Should you follow trends or passion in Business?
56:15 Founder vs Market in a Business
1:00:00 Peter Thiel’s Unconventional School
1:01:00 How gut feeling can turn into a business
1:04:25 Most important functions of a startup
1:06:45 How to develop problem solving skills
1:17:50 Good vs Bad problem solvers
1:23:30 Why are their 2 Mafias in India
1:28:30 How can people get CEO skills?
1:33:35 Toshan’s top 3 learnings
1:38:50 Why and When do businesses need consulting
1:45:45 The right way to scale a business
1:53:15 Closing the loop
About Raj Shamani
Raj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.
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Priyanka Khimani on making it as a Woman Entrepreneur and Building Relationships! | FO 65 Dec 02, 2022

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In this latest episode of Figuring Out Podcast we are in conversation with Priyanka Khimani, founder of Khimani & Associates, a full-service law firm that is highly recognized for its entertainment and intellectual property practice. We talk about
- Her life's journey and career
- Work life balance
- Connecting, convincing and networking with people
- Her experience of working with celebrities and more!
She has been able to coalesce her legal expertise with her sharp business sense, and in the process, has emerged as an opinion leader with a deeply nuanced understanding of an ever-changing technology and entertainment landscape.
Much of her legal career has been devoted to bridging gaps in the consumption of Indian music between the East and the West with a purpose to ultimately connect artists with its global audience.
Her counsel is highly regarded in eminent product launches, mergers and acquisitions in the technology and entertainment sector, as well as market entry by foreign multinationals.
• Listed as one of India’s “top individual lawyers” by Forbes in the first edition of its “India Legal Powerlist” in 2020.
• Recognized as one of the most “Powerful Women in IP” in India in 2021 by the World IP Forum.
• Elected as the first Chairperson of the India Chapter of “Women in Music” (“WIM”), a global not-for-profit organisation dedicated to championing the female voice across global music spaces.
• The only Indian to be invited to speak during the Grammy Week in January, 2018, and is a regular speaker at NylonConnect.
• The only Indian lawyer to be invited to the prestigious “MIDEM” conference since 2017.
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00:00 Introduction
04:40 Maximizing your Capital
06:10 Importance of Networking
08:00 A moment that shaped your life and career
11:35 Adapting a legal American show in Indian context
14:50 Lata Mangeshkar as your first client
20:30 The cancel and troll culture
23:00 Work life balance
26:20 Your Law life and 'Suits'
30:00 Consumer product vs Intellectual services
32:30 More than just lawyers
34:40 Creators needing a lawyer
40:00 Saving Digital Assets
48:30 Building relationships
53:20 Connecting people
58:20 Convincing people
1:02:00 The hardest thing you've faced
1:06:35 Less women entrepreneurs
1:13:40 How can we help build woman entrepreneurs
1:21:00 Working and learning with the top talents
1:34:54 Maintaining relationships while working
1:39:15 Interviewing Priyanka for her own Company!
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Raj Shamani is a business content creator, an entrepreneur, an investor, and a renowned keynote speaker. He is a businessman at heart.
Raj helps businesses and startups become recognized brands and influential leaders through various marketing and business tactics. He is the driving force behind several top brands’ 360-degree brand-building approach.
Besides, Raj is also an active angel investor and is particularly interested in crazy minds who are creating a se

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