Passion To Profession

As part of special series called 'Women Of Substance'  on Passion To Profession Podcast where we showcase woman-centred stories - stories of success , resilience , courage , breaking sterotypes , building strong identity, overcoming adversities and many more !

In this episode, host Ash chats with Rachel Beck - Author of the book -“Finding Your Way When Life Changes Your Plans: A Memoir of Adoption, Loss of Motherhood and Remembering Home.”

Rachel shares her incredible story which starts from being born in India where her biological mother died 2 days after she was born and being bought up in an orphanage . She was adopted by Jewish American family when she was 11 months old!

Rachel shares -

• Her experience of growing up as an adopted kid , raised by a Jewish family where she found love and support of her adopted family 
• Facing racism during the initial years and how she decided to step up and use her voice to share her thoughts and empower others 
• Her 20 year old battle with endometriosis, infertility, failed adoption, and the decision to embrace hysterectomy as way of creating new life for herself .

Today , she has transformed into a strong , radiant person who is always shedding light on her network, helping others become best version of themselves and spreading joy to those aorund her through her positivity !

🎯Key Takeaways from the episode-

• Only way to end ignorance is to have a conversation about it , no matter how difficult it is
• Choose to be a part of solution not the problem 
• Dont apologize for the color of your skin

Connect with Rachel Beck here !

If you liked this episode , Please do leave a 5 star review and rating here! Thanks in advance for the support!
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As part of special series called 'Women Of Substance'  on Passion To Profession Podcast where we showcase woman-centred stories - stories of success , resilience , courage , breaking sterotypes , building strong identity, overcoming adversities and many more !

In this episode, host Ash chats with Rachel Beck - Author of the book -“Finding Your Way When Life Changes Your Plans: A Memoir of Adoption, Loss of Motherhood and Remembering Home.”

Rachel shares her incredible story which starts from being born in India where her biological mother died 2 days after she was born and being bought up in an orphanage . She was adopted by Jewish American family when she was 11 months old!

Rachel shares -

• Her experience of growing up as an adopted kid , raised by a Jewish family where she found love and support of her adopted family 
• Facing racism during the initial years and how she decided to step up and use her voice to share her thoughts and empower others 
• Her 20 year old battle with endometriosis, infertility, failed adoption, and the decision to embrace hysterectomy as way of creating new life for herself .

Today , she has transformed into a strong , radiant person who is always shedding light on her network, helping others become best version of themselves and spreading joy to those aorund her through her positivity !

🎯Key Takeaways from the episode-

• Only way to end ignorance is to have a conversation about it , no matter how difficult it is
• Choose to be a part of solution not the problem 
• Dont apologize for the color of your skin

Connect with Rachel Beck here !

If you liked this episode , Please do leave a 5 star review and rating here! Thanks in advance for the support!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1500963344?mt=2&ls=1

Want to catch up on previous episodes ? You can find them all here -

Ask a question/Like/Support 👇👇
https://www.passiontoprofessionpodcast.com/

Lets get social !
https://linktr.ee/PassionToProfessionPodcast

Launching a special series called 'Women Of Substance'  on Passion To Profession Podcast by showcasing woman-centred stories - stories of success , resilience , courage , breaking sterotypes , building strong identity, overcoming adversities and many more !

In this first episode of Special Edition series, host Ash chats with Gauri Devidayal - 
Founder & CEO of The Table - Food Matters India Pvt. Ltd which is rated as #4 restaurant in India by Condenast Traveller!

She was listed in Forbes India’s 120 Leaders of Change, GQ’s list of the 50 Most Influential Young Indians and she has been on the jury for India Wine Awards from past 2 years!

She recently launched her podcast ' This round is on me' where she hosts visionaries and thought leaders from various industries.

In conversation with Ash, Gauri shares -

• Her initial years of growing up in Mumbai, pursuing Law in London , working for Big 4 firm and having a successful career as a Lawyer & Tax Consultant 
• Her move back to Mumbai , meeting her husband Jay Yousuf and then planning a year long sabbatical to try out restaurant business
• How the sabbatical which was supposed to be 1 year became 10 years as she along with her husband  built a thriving restuarant business , branched out into other ventures while continuing to adapt , learn and innovate !

As Ash digs deeper into challenges , failures , lessons learnt during the journey , Gauri shares invaluable insights on how she overcame hurdles , how she  adapted during the pandemic and switched to delivery based model which proved profitable.

Takeaways -

1. Failure is natural and normal - it is a good thing as it forces you to progress
2. Whenever you are trying to solve a problem , thinking long term is important 
3. As long as you have an idea , stop overthinking and Just Do it!

Not to miss fun question round of podcast- where Gauri shares chilling  story when she accidentally got hit by a bullet and narrowly escaped !

To Know more about Gauri and her work - check out
http://www.foodmatters.in/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gauridevidayal/

Ask a Question/ Support/ Subscribe to Passion To Profession Podcast!
https://www.passiontoprofessionpodcast.com/

Launching a special series called 'Women Of Substance'  on Passion To Profession Podcast by showcasing woman-centred stories - stories of success , resilience , courage , breaking sterotypes , building strong identity, overcoming adversities and many more !

In this first episode of Special Edition series, host Ash chats with Gauri Devidayal - 
Founder & CEO of The Table - Food Matters India Pvt. Ltd which is rated as #4 restaurant in India by Condenast Traveller!

She was listed in Forbes India’s 120 Leaders of Change, GQ’s list of the 50 Most Influential Young Indians and she has been on the jury for India Wine Awards from past 2 years!

She recently launched her podcast ' This round is on me' where she hosts visionaries and thought leaders from various industries.

In conversation with Ash, Gauri shares -

• Her initial years of growing up in Mumbai, pursuing Law in London , working for Big 4 firm and having a successful career as a Lawyer & Tax Consultant 
• Her move back to Mumbai , meeting her husband Jay Yousuf and then planning a year long sabbatical to try out restaurant business
• How the sabbatical which was supposed to be 1 year became 10 years as she along with her husband  built a thriving restuarant business , branched out into other ventures while continuing to adapt , learn and innovate !

As Ash digs deeper into challenges , failures , lessons learnt during the journey , Gauri shares invaluable insights on how she overcame hurdles , how she  adapted during the pandemic and switched to delivery based model which proved profitable.

Takeaways -

1. Failure is natural and normal - it is a good thing as it forces you to progress
2. Whenever you are trying to solve a problem , thinking long term is important 
3. As long as you have an idea , stop overthinking and Just Do it!

Not to miss fun question round of podcast- where Gauri shares chilling  story when she accidentally got hit by a bullet and narrowly escaped !

To Know more about Gauri and her work - check out
http://www.foodmatters.in/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gauridevidayal/

Ask a Question/ Support/ Subscribe to Passion To Profession Podcast!
https://www.passiontoprofessionpodcast.com/

This is a New Year special solo episode where Ash shares some personal and professional updates. 

First part of the episode covers some personal updates-
Reflecting back on the most challenging year yet , Ash tries to seek out the positives and shares 3 important things that helped change her perspective on life

1. Minimalism - How clearing out clutter and unwanted things in physical space can help clear your mind and provide the space for taking slighter bigger risks in life.
2. Gift of Time - How this pandemic reminded us that life is fleeting and our time is limited . So make the best of it !
3. Empathy and Kindness - Matters more than anything else ! Even a small act of kindness can go a long way and brighten up someone else's day!

Second part of the episode covers some of the professional updates-

1. Launch of Podcast website - www.passiontoprofessionpodcast.com
2. Details on how to support the show and subscribe to stay in touch with the host
3. Ask any question to Ash using 'Ask a Question' button on website and selected questions will be answered publicly in podcast episode with credits.
4. If interested to be a part of small private group for more direct interactions, reach out to Ash directly via the website /social media 

Support / subscribe / ask a question !
Check out - www.passiontoprofessionpodcast.com

This is a New Year special solo episode where Ash shares some personal and professional updates. 

First part of the episode covers some personal updates-
Reflecting back on the most challenging year yet , Ash tries to seek out the positives and shares 3 important things that helped change her perspective on life

1. Minimalism - How clearing out clutter and unwanted things in physical space can help clear your mind and provide the space for taking slighter bigger risks in life.
2. Gift of Time - How this pandemic reminded us that life is fleeting and our time is limited . So make the best of it !
3. Empathy and Kindness - Matters more than anything else ! Even a small act of kindness can go a long way and brighten up someone else's day!

Second part of the episode covers some of the professional updates-

1. Launch of Podcast website - www.passiontoprofessionpodcast.com
2. Details on how to support the show and subscribe to stay in touch with the host
3. Ask any question to Ash using 'Ask a Question' button on website and selected questions will be answered publicly in podcast episode with credits.
4. If interested to be a part of small private group for more direct interactions, reach out to Ash directly via the website /social media 

Support / subscribe / ask a question !
Check out - www.passiontoprofessionpodcast.com

How did a literature major from Oxford University become a Top Podcaster and new media entrepreneur? 

This episode features the incredible story of Jeremy Slate - Founder of ‘Create Your Own Life’ Podcast and ‘Command Your Brand’ media company .

Jeremy initially started out wanting to be a professor, but life took him on a different path when he had a near death experience at the age of 19 and his mom suffered a stroke – that made him question a lot of his life choices and he started experimenting with different ideas .

Jeremy describes his podcasting journey as truly life-changing!!!

In this conversation with Ash, he shares-

• What made him start Podcasting 
• Why you should or more importantly why should NOT start a podcast 
•  Why Podcasters have to niche down their audience 
•  How Podcasting can be a truly life changing medium 
• His media Company – ‘Command Your Brand’ and how his company helps entrepreneurs leverage podcasts to increase their brand presence 

Plus 

• Basics of PR and some tips/tricks that anyone can use to gain exposure /increase visibility 

Jeremy Slate has been featured in Forbes (3x), INC (3x), Top Influencer by Influencive.com, Top Millennial Influencer by BuzzFeed, INC Top Podcast for 2019 and Top Podcast to Follow by CIO Magazine (2x; 2017 + 2018)!!

Learn more about Jeremy and do check his work!
https://www.jeremyryanslate.com/
https://commandyourbrand.com/

Love this episode? Do drop a 5- star rating and review here !
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-to-profession/id1500963344

Love it still? Now You can buy me a coffee and show your support!
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AshRao

Lets stay connected !
https://linktr.ee/PassionToProfessionPodcast

How did a literature major from Oxford University become a Top Podcaster and new media entrepreneur? 

This episode features the incredible story of Jeremy Slate - Founder of ‘Create Your Own Life’ Podcast and ‘Command Your Brand’ media company .

Jeremy initially started out wanting to be a professor, but life took him on a different path when he had a near death experience at the age of 19 and his mom suffered a stroke – that made him question a lot of his life choices and he started experimenting with different ideas .

Jeremy describes his podcasting journey as truly life-changing!!!

In this conversation with Ash, he shares-

• What made him start Podcasting 
• Why you should or more importantly why should NOT start a podcast 
•  Why Podcasters have to niche down their audience 
•  How Podcasting can be a truly life changing medium 
• His media Company – ‘Command Your Brand’ and how his company helps entrepreneurs leverage podcasts to increase their brand presence 

Plus 

• Basics of PR and some tips/tricks that anyone can use to gain exposure /increase visibility 

Jeremy Slate has been featured in Forbes (3x), INC (3x), Top Influencer by Influencive.com, Top Millennial Influencer by BuzzFeed, INC Top Podcast for 2019 and Top Podcast to Follow by CIO Magazine (2x; 2017 + 2018)!!

Learn more about Jeremy and do check his work!
https://www.jeremyryanslate.com/
https://commandyourbrand.com/

Love this episode? Do drop a 5- star rating and review here !
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-to-profession/id1500963344

Love it still? Now You can buy me a coffee and show your support!
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AshRao

Lets stay connected !
https://linktr.ee/PassionToProfessionPodcast

In this episode ,  Ash talks to International Brain change expert/Neurotherapist Dr. Lynette Louise on her passion to help special needs children and their families lead better lives!

Lynette shares about her journey which started with adopting not one but 6 kids out of which 4 of them were on autism spectrum and were multiple handicapped.

She shares

·       Her experience adopting and raising autistic kids and giving them better future 

·       Her desire to help special needs kids which ultimately led her to becoming board certified international brain change expert

·       Creating and hosting documentary series called ‘Fix It in 5’ – where she travels to 5 different countries to help 5 families -now streaming on Autism channel

Takeaways –

·       What can we learn from all the research on brain development so far

·       What has autism taught us about the brain 

·       How to make this pandemic time a stress relieving experience 

 
Connect with Dr Lynette
http://www.lynettelouise.com/

Watch docu series - Fix it in 5 !
http://www.lynettelouise.com/fixitinfive/

Like this episode ? leave a rating/review of podcast on itunes -
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-to-profession/id1500963344

Lets get connected -
https://linktr.ee/PassionToProfessionPodcast

In this episode ,  Ash talks to International Brain change expert/Neurotherapist Dr. Lynette Louise on her passion to help special needs children and their families lead better lives!

Lynette shares about her journey which started with adopting not one but 6 kids out of which 4 of them were on autism spectrum and were multiple handicapped.

She shares

·       Her experience adopting and raising autistic kids and giving them better future 

·       Her desire to help special needs kids which ultimately led her to becoming board certified international brain change expert

·       Creating and hosting documentary series called ‘Fix It in 5’ – where she travels to 5 different countries to help 5 families -now streaming on Autism channel

Takeaways –

·       What can we learn from all the research on brain development so far

·       What has autism taught us about the brain 

·       How to make this pandemic time a stress relieving experience 

 
Connect with Dr Lynette
http://www.lynettelouise.com/

Watch docu series - Fix it in 5 !
http://www.lynettelouise.com/fixitinfive/

Like this episode ? leave a rating/review of podcast on itunes -
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-to-profession/id1500963344

Lets get connected -
https://linktr.ee/PassionToProfessionPodcast