Stars of Learning Podcast

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Stars of Learning, features interviews from eminent industry leaders, management experts, entrepreneurs, educator and many more who has vast experience and in-depth knowledge on the L&D topic. The host, Jyothi G discuss challenges, solutions, latest trends, tools & technology, leadership and their journey in the learning. Mission of Podcast - Engage, Enlighten & Empower, the L&D fraternity to grow and fast track the learning phase and not reinvent the wheel. Sign up @ www.prajvitaknowledge.com

Episodes

Saturday Nov 14, 2020

Ep 38: Who Wins the Race? Think, Reflect & Act (Solo)

Saturday Nov 14, 2020

Stories are universal, conveying meaning and purpose that helps us to understand ourselves better and find commonality with others and I’m sure you will agree as we still connect to the stories to think, reflect and act.

Time Stamps: 20:41m

Context till 4:40

Race 1 @4:45 - Slow and steady wins the race

Race 2 @5:37 - Fast and consistent will always beat the slow and steady.

Race 3 @7:08 - Work on your strength and build your competency to win the race

Race 4 @9:47 -Teamwork works with change of strategy and something different…. you can achieve your goal

Race 5 @11:51 - A 1- minute pre- think to Plan, Prioritize & deprioritize to reach the goal

My Learning: 17:16

Reference: The Hare & the Tortoise Story (5 different versions😊)

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Thursday Nov 05, 2020

Ep 37: Laughter Yoga – for Health & Happiness with Archana Rao from Laughter Yoga India

Thursday Nov 05, 2020

Archana Rao - the laughter ambassador in the Global Laughter Yoga forum representing India. She is with over two decades of experience in areas of Corporate Talent Search, Wellness Consulting, A life coach, a Reiki Master, Tibetan Sound bowl healer, Access bars Consciousness practitioner, laughter yoga guru. Her social cause endeavors for schools, colleges, Sr citizens, Cancer Patients have shown remarkable results & today she is the most renowned Laughter yoga Trainer in the country doing high impact sessions.

Few questions I ask Archana Rao on Laughter Yoga – for Health & Happiness is as follows: Time Stamps: 1:15m to 44:45m

Brief intro about Archana and how she got into this profession?
What is Laughter yoga? Why laughter yoga?
Why do we need to laugh more today? what are scientifically proven benefits?
Is there any process we should follow
You are also associated with cancer patients and you say it has benefited them? How Laughter Yoga Heals any illness?
You have trained laughter yoga to Corporates and NGOs? Any insights you want to share about your clients feedback on how they have gained benefit
We all know that laughing is as important as a daily chore. How can one practice laughter yoga?
Humor is good but people may not be comfortable with all comedy. Is there a difference between laughter yoga and comedy?
Is there a link between Yoga and Laughter?
What types of exercise happen when we do laughter yoga?
Do you see any challenges which people may face while practicing laughter yoga?
Who can do this laughter yoga? Any prerequisites
What are the tips & tricks you propose in context to laughter yoga?
Is there anything else you would like to add, that will be of value to my listeners?
Last question, how do you see Learning trends in 2020

"Powerful question" to my guest to unveil for my listeners. to engage, enlighten and empower (& that’s the mission of my podcast too) Timestamp at 44:50m to 59:15m

According to you, what is the “STAR” moment?
What “inspires you” to do everything that you do?
If you owned the company, what’s one thing you would do differently in learning?
What are the three most important things you would like to accomplish right now?
What are your strengths?
What’s the best book you’ve read this year? or anytime you recommend for my listeners?
What are the characteristics of the best boss role models or mentors/coach you ever had? What made that person great?
Are there any tools that you use on a daily basis to be a better you?
Is there any habit you are practicing which has made you successful in whatever you do?
Your advice to people who are new and want to accelerate their career?

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Connect with Archana Rao @

Email – archana@laughteryogaindia.org
Website - https://laughteryogaindia.org/
LinkedIn

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Music – Sound Cloud – Liven Let Me Be & Zapsplat - Warmglow

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Tuesday Oct 20, 2020

Ep 36: Ace your Career: The First 90 days (Solo)

Tuesday Oct 20, 2020

`The first 90 days’ by Michael D. Watkin's book offers proven strategies for conquering the challenges of taking on a new role — no matter where you are in your career. Watkins has very well laid out today’s increasingly demanding professional landscape, where change is constant and who has steeper expectations when anyone starts their new jobs.

This is the guide you’ll need to succeed in your first 90 days — and this is required beyond to ace your career!!

Time Stamps: 23:06m

Reference: The First 90 days by Michael D Watkins

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Friday Oct 09, 2020

Ep 35: Virtual Facilitation - Tricks and Techniques by Anand Mehta

Friday Oct 09, 2020

Anand Mehta - a Facilitative Trainer, Experiential Educator, Motivational Speaker & visiting faculty for Management institutes from Mumbai. He has a huge list of achievements in the learning field and top 2 are the young leader of the year from Lions international among 205 countries, has awarded business tycoon from Indian education society and he is associated with all trainers conclave as a practitioner and has facilitated more than 1000 training workshop and seminars.

Few questions I ask Anand Mehta on Virtual Facilitation is as follows: Time Stamps: 7:20m to 01:00:10s

Brief intro & how he got into training?
What should be the strategy in designing the content?
How should a virtual classroom facilitator or trainer be prepared for delivering the class?
While attention span is a concern, what was your experience?
Would virtual facilitation go to be here now?
What is the best practice while facilitating remote workshops?
How about technical know-how? What tools do you recommend for trainers as Technology is unpredictable and networks are not stable?
How effective would be icebreakers in virtual?
Participants “drift off” quickly & how do you engage the audience during the training?
How to build a community and read nonverbal body language with remote facilitation?
What is the replacement for paper exercises which would otherwise happen in the classroom?
How to manage distractions with multiple communications happening on the tool for the facilitator and participant?
What was your learning while doing virtual facilitation?
What are the challenges of the facilitating virtual meeting?
What are the key benefits of virtual facilitation?
What are the tips & tricks you propose in the context of virtual facilitation?
What should I do after facilitating an online workshop or virtual meeting?
Can you share any value add insight to my listeners?
How do you see Learning trends in 2020?

"Powerful question" to my guest to unveil for my listeners. to engage, enlighten and empower (& that’s the mission of my podcast too) Timestamp at 01:00:10s to 1:10:45s

According to you, what is the “STAR” moment?
What “inspires you” to do everything that you do
If you owned the company, what’s one thing you would do differently in learning?
What are the 3 most important things you would like to accomplish right now?
What are your strengths?
What’s the best book you’ve read this year or anytime you recommend for my listeners? And why?
What are the characteristics of the best boss role models or mentors/coaches you ever had? What made that person great?
Are there any tools that you use on a daily basis to be a better you?
Is there any habit you are practicing which has made you successful in whatever you do?
Your advice to people who are new and want to accelerate their career in HR.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Open to Outcome by Jacobson Micah & Ruddy Mari
Mentimeter

Connect with Anand Mehta @

LinkedIn
Website – www.anandmehta.in
Phone - 9821460344

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Saturday Sep 05, 2020

Ep 34: Impact with Experience & Outcome - Solo

Saturday Sep 05, 2020

True teachers are those who help us think for ourselves and If there were no teachers or mentors, all other professions would not exist. Take Charge now! to gain excellence & informed decisions in every aspect of your life.

Time Stamps: 15:53m

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Friday Aug 28, 2020

Ep 33: Emotional Intelligence for Happiness and Success by Dr. Pratik Surana

Friday Aug 28, 2020

Dr. Pratik Surana - Chief Mentor and Founder of Quantum Group, An EQ expert, International Behavioral trainer, A Life and Happiness Coach, Corporate Trainer and Entrepreneur with 22+ years of experience, author of 3 books, a disruptive thinker, a leader and a business enthusiast with global business experience. with Ph.D. in Emotional Intelligence and also an Accredited Certified Coach from International Coach Federation (ICF)

Few questions I ask Dr. Pratik Surana on Emotional Intelligence – Strategy for Happiness is as follows: Time Stamps: 1:45m to 55:00m

When it comes to happiness and success in life, emotional intelligence (EQ) matters just as much as intellectual ability (IQ). Can you explain Why EI is important
What Is Emotional Energy?
Is EI is an application skill? If yes how can one develop EI and apply
How can one master Re-engineering of emotions?
Is there any framework or attributes in EI? Can we use critical communication using EI
How does investing in EQ boost productivity and how useful it is for any organization?
How does EQ play in leadership?
Is there a tool to predict EI?
Can EI be used for managers for conflict resolution while giving & receiving feedback?
How can one find out enhancing EI can lead to positive change management?
Can you brief on EI application on decision making?
How to be self-aware of the emotions we are experiencing?
What is the darker side of EI? Can we misuse EI & EQ
Is there anything else you would like to add, that will be of value to my listeners?
What is Quantum Infotrainers and consultants Pvt ltd is all about?
How do you see Learning trends in 2020?

"Powerful question" to my guest to unveil for my listeners. to engage, enlighten and empower (& that’s the mission of my podcast too) Timestamp at 55:01m to 1:05 hr.

According to you, what is the “STAR” moment?
What “inspires you” to do everything that you do?
If you owned the company, what’s one thing you would do differently in learning?
What are the three most important things you would like to accomplish right now?
What are your strengths?
What’s the best book you’ve read this year? or anytime you recommend for my listeners?
What are the characteristics of the best boss role models or mentors/coach you ever had? What made that person great?
Are there any tools that you use on a daily basis to be a better you?
Is there any habit you are practicing which has made you successful in whatever you do?
Your advice to people who are new and want to accelerate their career?

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Connect with Prakit Surana @

Email – pratiks@qitpl.com
LinkedIn
Website

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Sunday Aug 09, 2020

Ep 32: You Can Win on National Book Lovers Day (Solo)

Sunday Aug 09, 2020

I want to honor all the book lovers in my life & if you are a book lover yourself, then treat yourself to some quality reading time. A day for all those who love to read, & National Book Lovers Day encourages you to find your favorite reading place, a good book (whether it be fiction or non-fiction) and I wanted to get you hooked to pick up a book (or two) and spend the day reading & get into the habit of reading book.

Time Stamps: 15:00 m

Resources mentioned in this episode:

You Can Win: A Step-by-Step Tool for Top Achievers by Shiv Khera

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Wednesday Jul 29, 2020

Ep 31: Bond with Impeccable Healers (Solo)

Wednesday Jul 29, 2020

The most simple, pure, natural things that all of us can incline to these natural healers for our health and wellbeing, and the worst part is… these are mostly ignored or not paid attention or maybe not utilized too. Hippocrates said that `The nature itself is the best healing’ and while the whole world is hit with COVID and are in fear of Corona and I want to shift your attention that the ART of healthy living is to use these natural healers which are available in abundance and they are best doctors in the world as they are the greatest gift by nature to protect ourselves.

Time Stamps: 12:18m

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Wednesday Jul 15, 2020

Ep 30: Profit with Social Media with Benita Bhatia Dua & Deepa Jayaraman (Part 2)

Wednesday Jul 15, 2020

Profit with Social Media with Benita Bhatia Dua & Deepa Jayaraman (Part 2)

Benita Bhatia Dua is the CEO of vanilla skills, a boutique Social media consulting company. Benita has helped many ventures to use social media profitably. She believes in building an online presence and reputation and brand through organic initiatives that bring more effective and sustainable competitive advantages to the business. She's also an author public speaker and has a vast experience as a trainer and coach. She had the privilege of being one of the expert panelist speakers at an event by Howard University USA and she's also a TEDx speaker

Deepa Jayaraman who is one of India's finest reputation manager and communication strategist. She holds the title of 40 under 40 best communication professionals in India. Building a reputation for companies and individuals managing corporate prices and stakeholder issues fundraising corporate social responsibility and driving behavioral change through communications are her core areas of expertise. Traveling, public speaking writing blogging adventure mentoring and parenting keeps her constantly charged up

Few questions I ask Benita & Deepa on their secret sauce, challenges, benefits, creating value thru social media is as follows: Time Stamps: 1:45m to 21:30m

Please explain how to fulfill social responsibility through social media? 5:00m
What tips can you share for our listeners from the HR & L&D fraternity? 9:06m
Is there anything else you would like to add, that will be of value to my listeners? 12:24m
How do you see talent strategy in 2020 or Learning trends in 2020? 14:19m
What Vanilla Skills is doing? 17:52m
Given the current times, is your book still relevant for the audience? 19:20m

"Powerful question" to my guest to unveil for my listeners. to engage, enlighten and empower (& that’s the mission of my podcast too) Time stamp at 21:31m to 52:38

According to you, what is the “STAR” moment? 22:10m
What “inspires you” to do everything that you do? 24:32m
If you owned the company, what’s one thing you would do differently in learning? 26:10m
What are the three most important things you would like to accomplish right now? 28:51m
What are your strengths? 32:23m
What’s the best book you’ve read this year? or anytime you recommend for my listeners? 33:46m
What are the characteristics of the best boss role models or mentors/coach you ever had? What made that person great? 35:53m
Are there any tools that you use on a daily basis to be a better you? 39:40m
Is there any habit you are practicing which has made you successful in whatever you do? 41:15m
Your advice to people who are new and want to accelerate their career? 48:02m

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Connect with Benita Bhatia Dua @

Connect with Deepa Jayaraman @

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Wednesday Jul 08, 2020

Ep 29: Profit with Social Media with Benita Bhatia Dua & Deepa Jayaraman (Part 1)

Wednesday Jul 08, 2020

Few questions I ask Benita & Deepa on Profit with Social Media is as follows: Time Stamps: 1:45s to 01:08m

A little background about yourself and how you got to where you are today. 7:10m
Can you explain to my listeners why Social Media? Who is Merlo what should one look for in this book? 15:40m
How does one have a dream and discover business ideas while using social media? 19:30m
What is your secret sauce being a topper on Social Media? 26:00m
Can organizations can hire and train staff using social media? 30:40m
You say the next ten years of the brand will smash the last ten. Why so? 33:35m
What’s the strategy for leveraging social media? 40:25m
How does social media help in delighting customers? 47:45m
We discussed about buyers and you also say we find new suppliers, how is this different and how is this possible to achieve it? 54:40m
These days everyone looks at monetization…so Money definitely matters – how can one benefit using social media? 59:15m
How do we leverage crisis using Social Media as we live in a disruptive world? 1:03:10s

This is not the end!

There is much more to our conversation on this topic on how to achieve what you dream and build a reputation and make impact thru social media as a Part 2 episode and we will deep dive with Benita Bhatia Dua & Deepa Jayaraman to reveal their secret sauce on what has made them unique and how they have transformed in their Journey.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Profit with Social Media

Connect with Benita Bhatia Dua @

Connect with Deepa Jayaraman @

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