The Guiding Voice
Naveen Samala & Friends
The Guiding Voice – Empowering Millions, One Conversation at a TimeAsia’s Best Podcast Awardee 2024 (Education Category) & Winner of the CSI Corporate Excellence Award in 2025. Ranked in the Global Top 2.5%.The Guiding Voice (TGV) sparks conversations that simplify success and amplify human potential. We bring the world’s most inspiring leaders, innovators, creators, and changemakers together to share practical wisdom that transforms lives and careers.Our mission is bold and clear: to impact millions globally and help create a world driven by knowledge, empathy, and purpose.TGV has been a proud finalist in• HT Smartcast Podmasters Awards 2024• Hubhopper Awards 2022 & 2024Weekly Episodes That Inspire ActionWe publish 1 high‑impact episode every week(Starting March 2026):Transformation ThursdaysPersonality development • Self-help • Leadership • Soft skills • Well-being • Technology trends • Digital transformation • Entrepreneurship • Future of workAt times, we also release powerful weekend specials exploring themes such as:LGBTQ+ support • Sex education • Sanatan culture • Psychedelics • Neurodiversity • ADHD • Body shaming • Infertility • Bold social conversationsEach episode blends entertainment and enlightenment—with rapid-fire questions that delight and a trivia segment that enriches.Global Voices. Timeless Wisdom.Our guests come from every corner of the world, spanning diverse domains and generations.From a 9-year-old world’s youngest storyteller to a 91-year-old novelist, screenwriter, and wordsmith, every voice brings a unique life journey and powerful insights.Grab a copy of our founder and Chief Host Naveen Samala’s latest book, “69 Naked Truths.”Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/69NTAMZNFlipkart: https://tinyurl.com/69NTFPKTThe Guiding Voice – In PrintOur remarkable journey and insights from 22 thought leaders are captured in our coffee table book:TGV Inspiring Lives – Volume 1https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXjTGV Inspiring Lives – Volume 2https://amzn.in/d/4yvi7TUThe World’s Only Hexalingual PodcastAvailable in English, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati & HindiOver 1150+ episodes featuring 1000+ global speakers.Listen in your language:Telugu: https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4IHindi: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3Kannada: https://open.spotify.com/show/1u5NG4fWh6ONx0iwK8ASQKMarathi: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ALOHyCSlYTlyRshMFVGDSGujarati: https://open.spotify.com/show/64xdL9hR9Ncq4C03covw0xAlso Tune into Naveen’s TEDx talk “Persistence of 1,610 Days and Beyond” highlights his journey of unwavering consistency and the life-changing power of small, persistent steps. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KOVImd72HRQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 16, 2020 • 24min
Journey to become an Enterprise AGILE COACH | Shailaja Sharma | TGV Episode #14
In this episode #14, the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla have interacted with another guest Shailaja.Shailaja Sharma is Currently working with a reputed BFSI organization as a Vice President and her role is Enterprise Agile Coach.She has over 25 years of RICH professional experience IN IT industry having worked with reputed banks, GE, CA Technologies, Keane Inc in various capacities and catering to domains like Manufacturing, Post Sales Service, Banking and InsuranceShailaja has set up the Agile Scrum teams from scratch, Achieved Continuous improvement & productivity benefits with Kaizens. Kaizen is a Japanese word (which stands for small improvements or incremental change)Coming to the certifications, Shailaja is a Certified SAFe Program Consultant (SPC4), For those of you who don’t know SAFe, SAFe stands for Scalable Agile FrameworkShe is also a Certified Lean Six Sigma Black belt with extensive experience of enterprise coaching and training Agile & LSS. Shailaja graduated in Computer science engineering from Shivaji UniversityListen to Shailaja’s thoughts on following topics:Day in a life of Enterprise Agile CoachRole of Agile Coach in Organizational Change or TransformationHow to become an Agile Coach?Is coding a required skill for an Agile coach?Day to day Challenges for an Agile coachCertification, Skillset & Mindset requiredBook recommendations on Agile & Lean conceptsBooks/Titles/Authors every aspiring agile coach must read/follow:“Agile Estimating and Planning” by Mike CohanAny book by Jeff Sutherland and Ken Schwaber“Lean & Kanban for knowledge work” by David J. Anderson“The Toyota Way” by Jeffrey Liker“The Lean Startup” by Eric Ries Enjoy the episode!Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGuidingVoiceAlso, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theguidingvoiceFacebook: http://facebook.com/theguidingvoice4uTwitter: http://twitter.com/guidingvoiceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguidingvoice4u/Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/theguidingvoice4u/pins/ #lean #scrum #agile #transformation #organizationalchange #change #management #leanstartup #kanban #communication #careerguidance #coaching #mentoring #interviewtips #careerplanningExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 14, 2020 • 35min
Mistakes that First time entrepreneurs MAKE | Iniyan G | TGV Episode #13
In this episode #13, the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla have interacted with another guest Iniyan.Iniyan G (Common Sense Entrepreneur) is a HR professional turned entrepreneur.With rich corporate experience of over 20 years, he worked with some of the largest MNCs in the technology industry, handling teams across the globe. Three of the organisations that he has been part of have been ranked among the Top 10 “Best Places to Work”, and one of them ranked #1 during his tenure with them.Iniyan was designated as the Global HR Director for an organisation that was ranked among the Top 5 “Fastest growing organisations in India”, when he decided to step out of the corporate world and enter the world of Entrepreneurship. Iniyan did this to follow his primary passion, to help youngsters to reach their fullest potential.Iniyan has a very practical approach to business situations and shares his perspectives on multiple social platforms as Common Sense Entrepreneur.He earned MBA in HR from Bharathiar University and graduated in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from Coimbatore Institute of TechnologyListen to Iniyan's insights on following topics:- Motivation to take plunge into Entrepreneurship- What should be the thought process of First time Entrepreneurs?- Biggest mistake that startup founders make- Stability vs Glamour, Profitability vs Growth & Growth vs Scalability- How to analyze Industries and domain?- Advise to startup community- Role of a mentorEnjoy the episode!Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGuidingVoiceAlso, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theguidingvoiceFacebook: http://facebook.com/theguidingvoice4uTwitter: http://twitter.com/guidingvoiceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguidingvoice4u/Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/theguidingvoice4u/pins/ #entrepreneur #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #startups #startup #founderExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 9, 2020 • 41min
WEB Technologies 101 (ROLE Of a FULL STACK DEVELOPER) | Vara Srinivas | TGV Episode #12
In this episode #12, the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla have interacted with another guest Vara.Vara Srinivas who is a Solution Architect responsible for design, availability and performance of a Product based company's global e-commerce/web presence ecosystem.Vara also has a solid background in ITO domain, Programming, System Design & Administration…Enterprise Integrations, Application revamps & Upgrades. Currently venturing into Cloud Solutions Architecture space.Vara loves to code and you will always see him experimenting with new technologies.Let’s learn from his experience on how web technologies have evolved in the last two decades and how the current generation can be future ready:-Web Designers vs Web Developers-Web development technical path-Evolution of web technologies-Future of web technologies-Resources can someone leverage to learn Web Technologies-Real time programming experience-Gadgets & AppsEnjoy the episode!Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGuidingVoiceAlso, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theguidingvoiceFacebook: http://facebook.com/theguidingvoice4uTwitter: http://twitter.com/guidingvoiceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguidingvoice4u/Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/theguidingvoice4u/pins/ Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 7, 2020 • 20min
STRESS Management - Part 2 - TIPS for PROFESSIONAL Students | Disha Ghosal | TGV Episode #11 (Special)
In this episode #11 (Special edition), the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla have interacted with another guest Disha.This is part 2 of the 4 episode series on Stress Management, covering Stress management tips for Professional studentsDr. Disha Ghosal (Alternate Medicines) holds dual PhD in Holistic Sciences from IBAM and University of Colombo. She is a practicing Reiki Grandmaster and an expert in Advanced Meditation, Tarot reading, Crystal Healing, Chakra Activation and Ho’oponopono.She has been an exponent of Wellness Restoration and Holistic Healing for over 2 decades.Founder of ‘Beyond Illusion’ – an one-stop Alternate Therapy shop (www.beyondillusion.in)Dr. Disha is a winner of International Holistic Star 2019 (UN affiliated SUNFO Global Federation, Sri Lanka), Arogya Ratna 2018 (Holistic Medicine Research Foundation), Reiki Gold Medal 2016 (Reiki Council of India). She has conducted workshops in the USA, Australia, Japan and APAC countries.Get to know from Disha on following:- Exams are postponed/cancelled, classes on conducted online – How students should deal with this sudden change- Stress Management tips for Technical & Management students given that internships are cancelled by a few companies- COVID impact on Students aspiring higher education abroad- Financial crisis force students to get into jobs instead of higher education- Tools that students can leverage to be more employableEnjoy the episode!Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGuidingVoiceAlso, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theguidingvoiceFacebook: http://facebook.com/theguidingvoice4uTwitter: http://twitter.com/guidingvoiceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguidingvoice4u/Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/theguidingvoice4u/pins/Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 2, 2020 • 37min
DIGITAL Transformation - The WAY Forward | Jyothsna Kuchimanchi | TGV Episode #10
In this episode #10, the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla have interacted with another guest Jyothsna.Jyothsna Kuchimanchi has over 20 years of IT industry experience. She started her career as a Product Manager at Value labs, headed mobility and scaled up till the rank of Vice President, Digital. After her long stint there, she joined a major IT Services organization where she is currently serving as #Digital #Transformation LeaderGet to know from Jyothsna on following:- Role of a Digital Transformation Leader- How Digital Transformation(DT) is supporting various businesses- DT in COVID times- Roles & Career Path in DT- How DT helps Businesses and Customers- How to manage work life balance & How to be happy?- Quote that stuck foreverEnjoy the episode!Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187#rpa #digitaltransformation #dt #dx #digital #digitalizationFollow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theguidingvoiceFacebook: http://facebook.com/theguidingvoice4uTwitter: http://twitter.com/guidingvoiceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguidingvoice4u/Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/theguidingvoice4u/pins/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGuidingVoiceExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 25, 2020 • 27min
CRACKING RPA(Robotic Process Automation) Interview | Sharath Raju (RPA EVANGELIST) | TGV Episode #9
In this episode #9, the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla have interacted with another guest Sharath.Sharath Raju is an RPA evangelist, his courses are available on udemy.Within 5 years in the professional world, Sharath has achieved many milestones. Starting as Intern with BSNL, Sharath went on to work for Wipro & TAO (The Automation Office). In addition, he also served as Editor in Chief of ExcelCult. Currently Sharath is with an IT Services consulting firm based out of Hyderabad.Get to know from Sharath on following:- Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in layman terms, where it fits in overall business cycle & how it helps in Digital Transformation- RPA Tools available in the market, how to get started- Domains where RPA can be applied- Certification options in RPA world- Role of an evangelist- RPA Technical Interview tips- RPA behavioral/soft skill tips- Career Path in RPA domain- Importance of networking (How he & his LinkedIN connections are working together)Also, hear from hosts Naveen & Sudhakar on Personal Branding & Career planning tipsEnjoy the episode!Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Podcast version:#rpa #uipath #automationanywhere #excelcult #automation #rpadeveloper #processautomationFollow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theguidingvoiceFacebook: http://facebook.com/theguidingvoice4uTwitter: http://twitter.com/guidingvoiceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguidingvoice4u/Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/theguidingvoice4u/pins/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOTdniz-XB0XRWaBz5-yrqA?view_as=subscriberExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 23, 2020 • 25min
Stress Management - Part 1 - BASICS | Disha Ghosal | TGV Episode #8 (Special)
In this episode #8(Special edition), the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla have interacted with another guest Disha. This is part 1 of the 4 episode series on Stress ManagementDr. Disha Ghosal (Alternate Medicines) holds dual PhD in Holistic Sciences from IBAM and University of Colombo. She is a practicing Reiki Grandmaster and an expert in Advanced Meditation, Tarot reading, Crystal Healing, Chakra Activation and Ho’oponopono.She has been an exponent of Wellness Restoration and Holistic Healing for over 2 decades.Founder of ‘Beyond Illusion’ – an one-stop Alternate Therapy shop (http://www.beyondillusion.in)Dr. Disha is a winner of International Holistic Star 2019 (UN affiliated SUNFO Global Federation, Sri Lanka), Arogya Ratna 2018 (Holistic Medicine Research Foundation), Reiki Gold Medal 2016 (Reiki Council of India). She has conducted workshops in the USA, Australia, Japan and APAC countries.Get to know from Disha on following:- Spiritual, Emotional, Physical Well being - Where to start from?- How to effectively manage time? (Each one of us has only 24 hours in a day)- How to organize oneself?- How can someone become better each day?- How do we cope up with stress from COVID-19... as a new world has arrived?- How to get rid of anxiety especially when there is a major life event or crisis situation?Enjoy the episode!Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187YouTube version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/Z3VRtv77rgAFollow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theguidingvoiceFacebook: http://facebook.com/theguidingvoice4uTwitter: http://twitter.com/guidingvoiceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguidingvoice4u/Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/theguidingvoice4u/pins/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOTdniz-XB0XRWaBz5-yrqA?view_as=subscriberExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 18, 2020 • 13min
HOW TO Become a Product Manager | Anshita Sheelay(Seasoned Product Manager) | TGV Episode #7
In this episode #7, the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla have interacted with another guest Anshita Sheelay, Seasoned Product Manager working for a US based product organization from Hyderabad, India.Get to know from Anshita on following:- What is a Product? - Role of a Product Manager?- What makes a Product Manager role so appealing?- Product Management Function in overall Business Life Cycle- How to be a successful Product Manager?- What it takes to become a Product Manager?- Tips on Work Life Balance for Diverse employeesEnjoy the episode!Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187YouTube version of this podcast:https://youtu.be/Pq4snXOP51M Follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theguidingvoiceFacebook: http://facebook.com/theguidingvoice4uTwitter: http://twitter.com/guidingvoiceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguidingvoice4u/Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/theguidingvoice4u/pins/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOTdniz-XB0XRWaBz5-yrqA?view_as=subscriber Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 11, 2020 • 24min
General Data Protection Regulation(GDPR) | John J | TGV Episode #6
In this episode #6, the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla have interacted with another guest John J, Information Security Leader based out of Hyderabad, India.Get to know from John on following:- What is the importance of GDPR(General Data Protection Regulation)?- Do we have anything like GDPR applicable for India?- How GDPR is implemented in IT Systems?- How can data regulation and other interdependencies be pursued as a career?- Impact of GDPR on businesses? Is GDPR good for customers?- Data Regulation vs Audit; Roles in Security Space- Data Protection in OrganizationsEnjoy the episode!YouTube Version of the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tt56QEcFFwDo not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theguidingvoiceFacebook: http://facebook.com/theguidingvoice4uTwitter: http://twitter.com/guidingvoiceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguidingvoice4u/Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/theguidingvoice4u/pins/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOTdniz-XB0XRWaBz5-yrqA?view_as=subscriber Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 9, 2020 • 41min
CRACKING CAMPUS interviews, TRICKY HR questions, TIPS for students & young professionals | Shikha Gupta(HR Director) | TGV Episode #5 (Speciall)
In this episode #5, (Special edition) the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla have interacted with another guest Shikha Gupta, Director - Recruitment (WinWire Technologies), Bengaluru.Get to know from Shikha on following:-Future of students post campus placement-On Campus V/s Off Campus Recruitment-How should students prepare for Campus placements?-Key questions you should ask the interviewer in the campus interview? -How to dress up for the interview?-How to answer tricky HR questions like how many balloons do you fit in a room? How many saloons are there in a locality etc..-Important interview questions students should prepare for Campus Placements-Tips for technical & management students to get hired through campus placements?Enjoy the episode!Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187 Follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theguidingvoiceFacebook: http://facebook.com/theguidingvoice4uTwitter: http://twitter.com/guidingvoiceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguidingvoice4u/Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/theguidingvoice4u/pins/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOTdniz-XB0XRWaBz5-yrqA?view_as=subscriberExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
