Innovation and Insights

Hemang Shah

Innovation and Insights brings different startups, entrepreneurs, athletes, and authors to help us innovate. We will learn how to develop a strategy for our goals. One section of our playlist will focus on engineering careers and what students and early career tech professionals must do to advance in their roles.


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Paul Ruppert - Business and High Performance Strategy from Skiing Coach and Executive
Dec 10 2023
Paul Ruppert - Business and High Performance Strategy from Skiing Coach and Executive
Paul is a season executive in the cpass and mobile services. He has worked as a lobbyist and has a comprehensive strategic consulting background. He’s also a skiing coach for more than 25 years. I truly had a fun discussion with him ranging from sports to business strategy to books and how emerging economies are spurring new innovations. This is an extended conversation with him on the following topics:·       Journey into skiing·       Hemang’s experience with Downhill Mountain Biking in Colorado – Girl Scouts Trail·       Negotiating tricky slopes when skiing·       Skiing Coaching levels·       Crafting your strategy for complex situations·       Difference between German and American armies during World War II·       Bringing audacious goals to reality·       Books·       Reverse Innovation·       Working with an open mind for projects spanning geographies Books Paul RecommendsThe Art of War by Sun Tzu: Ancient Chinese text provides profound insights into strategy, tactics, intelligence gathering and leadership. Relevant not just in war fighting but all aspects of decision making and conflict. The “OG” of strategists. The Mind of the Strategist by Kenichi Ohmae: Pivotal work by Japanese management consultant, book illuminates art of business strategy from Eastern perspective. Emphasizes a comprehensive, integrated and holistic approach to problem solving. Competitive Advantage by Michael Porter. Seminal text on business strategy, introduces the concept and structural rubric of the “value chain” framework for analyzing and optimizing the various elements of a business. Key to HBS (Harvard Business School) case study methodology. Innovator’s Dilemma, plus Innovator’s DNA, by Clayton Christensen. Ground breaking works exploring how even when successful companies do everything right, they can still loose market leadership to smaller, innovative companies with disruptive technologies, usually by targeting segments or adjacencies the larger “incumbents” overlook. Innovator’s DNA is a map as to how anyone can become the disruptive market innovator. Every entrepreneur should read both. The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli. Thought as exclusive to political strategy, it offers great insights into the dynamics of power, leadership and psychology, with insights of morally complex, strategic decision making. Playing to Win: How Strategy Really Works by A.G. Lafley. Penned by former CEO of Procter & Gamble, provides an “in  the trenches,” insider perspective on what it takes to create and execute a winning turnaround strategy in a complex corporate environment. Sea Power: The History and Geopolitics of the World’s Oceans, by Admiral James G. Stavridis, US Navy. (Stavridis was four star Admiral who became Commander of NATO, later Dean of Tuft’s Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy.). Provides an extensive exploration of the strategic significance—economically, politically, and geo-security—of the world’s oceans.  Examines how naval power, and global logistics, has shaped the history of nations and international relations.  Delves into current strategic issues such as the rise of China’s naval power, piracy, importance of maritime trade routes and the environmental challenges from cFollow Hemang Shah at https://www.linkedin.com/in/hemangJoin his FREE newsletter at https://www.innovationsportslife.com/
The Financial Independence Marathon. Podcast interview with Vinod Bhat, CFA author and strategist
Aug 17 2023
The Financial Independence Marathon. Podcast interview with Vinod Bhat, CFA author and strategist
Podcast Interview with Vinod Bhat, CFA the author of The Financial Independence Marathon https://amzn.to/3E1VRF6In this podcast, Vinod Bhat takes us on a journey towards achieving financial independence and building a prosperous future.Chapter 1: 0:00 Speaker IntroductionGet acquainted with Vinod Bhat, a Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) and a highly experienced professional in the field. Discover his extensive knowledge and passion for helping individuals achieve financial stability.Chapter 2: 01:07 Financial Mindset: Sprint vs MarathonLearn how having the right financial mindset can make a significant difference in your wealth-building journey. Vinod delves into the differences between a sprint mindset (short-term focus) and a marathon mindset (long-term strategic thinking) and how they affect your financial success.Chapter 3: 07:15 Investment RhythmUnearth the secrets of maintaining a consistent and disciplined investment strategy. Vinod shares valuable insights on establishing an investment rhythm that aligns with your financial goals, allowing you to navigate market fluctuations and achieve long-term growth.Chapter 4: 11:20 Target CorpusDiscover the importance of setting a target corpus for your financial aspirations. How to create effective investment plans, ensuring you stay on track to achieve your goals.Chapter 5: 18:45 How to use The Financial Independence MarathonLearn the tool kit approach towards your financial goalsChapter 6: 22:00 Comparing Scorecards and ScreenshotsShould you look at others' screenshots? How to avoid FOMO? How to take care of your mental health for your financial goals. Chapter 7: 28:15 Financial Mindset of Young IndiaGain valuable insights into the financial mindset of today's youth and the challenges they face in building a solid foundation for their financial future. Vinod shares practical advice on how young individuals can adopt an investor's mindset and take control of their financial journey.Join Vinod Bhat on this educational and insightful Financial Marathon, and let's strive together towards financial independence and a prosperous future. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's brightest minds in finance!Get your copy today of The Financial Independence Marathon at https://amzn.to/3E1VRF6Follow Vinod at https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinod-bhat-cfa-2bb12a/Follow Hemang Shah at https://www.linkedin.com/in/hemangJoin his FREE newsletter at https://www.innovationsportslife.com/
Corporate Ultra Runner Shajan Samuel Innovation Sports Life Podcast
Jul 15 2023
Corporate Ultra Runner Shajan Samuel Innovation Sports Life Podcast
Join us in this captivating podcast conversation as we delve into the inspiring journey of Shajan Samuel, a Corporate Ultra Runner. Through a series of insightful interviews, we explore the mindset, motivation, and preparation behind tackling difficult terrains, staying motivated for a 100 km run, and the challenges faced by an "aam aadmi" (common man) in preparing their body for such arduous targets. Chapter Headers:0:00 Get introduced to Shajan Samuel, a remarkable corporate ultra runner who has conquered the most challenging terrains. Discover the person behind the incredible accomplishments and learn about his journey towards becoming an exemplary athlete. 02:06 When you run difficult terrains, what goes through the mind? In this chapter, we dive deep into the mind of Shajan Samuel as he reveals what thoughts and emotions he experiences while traversing difficult terrains. Discover the mental fortitude required to overcome obstacles and push oneself to the limit. 07:33 How to stay motivated for a 100 km run? Discover the secrets to maintaining unwavering motivation for a 100 km run. Shajan Samuel shares his insights, personal strategies, and tips to remain determined and driven throughout the challenging ultra-run journey. Discover how dedication and a strong mindset can contribute to success. 11:48 As an "aam aadmi", how does one prepare the body for taking on such difficult targets? In this chapter, Shajan Samuel sheds light on how an average individual can prepare their body to take on unthinkable challenges. Learn about the training techniques, physical conditioning, and lifestyle adjustments necessary to excel as an ultra-runner. 23:09 What did your recovery and diet look like during a normal, working day? Discover the crucial role of recovery and proper nutrition in Shajan Samuel's journey as a corporate ultra runner. Gain valuable insights into his recovery routines, balanced diet plans, and the strategies he incorporates into his daily life in order to stay at peak performance, even while juggling a corporate career. 27:49 Turning point for cracking the ultra runs: In this captivating chapter, Shajan Samuel shares the pivotal moment that transformed him into a successful ultra-runner. Explore the challenges he faced along the way and how he overcame them. Be inspired by his journey to conquer unimaginable feats and discover how it can ignite your own aspirations. Join us on this remarkable and motivational journey as we explore the incredible story of Shajan Samuel - Corporate Ultra Runner. Through his experiences and wisdom, you'll gain valuable insights, inspiration, and practical strategies to push your own boundaries and achieve greatness.Follow Shajan at:https://twitter.com/IamShajanSamuelhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shajansamuel/Connect with me atLinkedIn-           https://www.linkedin.com/in/hemangTwitter-               https://www.twitter.com/hemangjshahinstagram-         https://www.instagram.com/hemangjshah/Follow Hemang Shah at https://www.linkedin.com/in/hemangJoin his FREE newsletter at https://www.innovationsportslife.com/
Ultra Swimmer Sucheta Deb Burman | Swimming across Palk Strait | Training | Nutrition | Mental Prep
Apr 12 2023
Ultra Swimmer Sucheta Deb Burman | Swimming across Palk Strait | Training | Nutrition | Mental Prep
This is a conversation with Sucheta Deb Burman. In this podcast, we discuss the following1. Long distance swimming2. Her swim across the Palk Strait (Ram Setu), from India to Sri Lanka and back3. Water, creatures, and challenges in open water swims4. Her training plan for ultra swims5. Diet and nutrition, what's carb loading and how regular Indian food helps athletes6. Mental toughness amd building it7. Open Water Swimmers Foundationand more.About SuchetaSucheta Deb Burman is an open water swimmer and coach. She was certified by the NIS (National Institute of Sports)/SAI (Sports Authority of India) as a Swimming Coach. 🏊‍♀️She completed a 34 km crossing of the Palk Strait in 2022 in 10 hours 9 minutes.🏊‍♀️ She completed a 36 km swim from Worli Sea link to Gateway of India in 8 hours 45 minutes.🏊‍♀️ She completed a 16 km swim from Governors Bungalow to Gateway of India in 4 hours 43 minutes.🏊‍♀️ She completed the 76th World’s Longest Open Water Swim, India in 2019, 81 km in 12 hours.🏊‍♀️ Join Sucheta's intiative https://www.openwaterswimmersfoundation.org/Follow her atLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/environment-eliteultramarathonswimmer-sucheta-deb-burmanInstagram: https://instagram.com/suchetadebburman?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Follow Hemang Shah at https://www.linkedin.com/in/hemangJoin his FREE newsletter at https://www.innovationsportslife.com/
Sustainable Ceramics by Earth Tatva | Shashank Nimkar
Jan 29 2023
Sustainable Ceramics by Earth Tatva | Shashank Nimkar
In this episode, we learn about sustainable ceramics from Shashak Nimkar.The podcast discusses the following:Origins of Earth TatvaResearch process at National Institute of Design Recycling of ceramicsInnovation process used to finalize the processLinear vs circular ceramic productionSustainability impactSupporting Earth Tatva About Shashank NimkarShashank is the founder and CEO of Earth Tatva and is a multi-award winner designer who practises circular design through industrial design, animation and policy framing. He is recognized as a circular economy pioneer by Ellen MacArthur Foundation and has been felicitated with some prestigious awards at Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival and James Dyson Award. His work has been featured in more than two dozen national and international prestigious publications like Forbes, UNDP and events like Global Grad Show where only 100 best graduation projects from around the world are exhibited in Dubai every year.He is highly passionate about materials, their application and how they can be kept in use for multiple cycles to accelerate implementation of circular economy. He is currently on a mission to raise awareness about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) among students so all of us can together make meaningful creations today that would make our tomorrow better.Earth Tatva Websitehttps://www.earthtatva.com/Follow Shashankhttp://linkedin.com/in/ssnimkarhttp://instagram.com/ssnimkar1811http://facebook.com/ssnimkarhttps://www.behance.net/SSNimkarFollow Hemang Shah at https://www.linkedin.com/in/hemangJoin his FREE newsletter at https://www.innovationsportslife.com/
हिंदी Dronacharya Awardee Coach Jiwanjot Teja
Jan 14 2023
हिंदी Dronacharya Awardee Coach Jiwanjot Teja
In this episode, we sit down with Coach Jiwanjot Teja, who has won the prestigious Dronacharya award for coaching in India. Coach Teja shares his top tips for training, nutrition, all-weather conditioning, and controlling heart rate for competitions. He also shares his journey to becoming India's top archery coach and the challenges he faced along the way. Whether you're an archer yourself or just looking for some motivation and guidance, this episode is not to be missed.इस कड़ी में, हम कोच जीवनजोत तेजा के साथ बैठते हैं, जिन्होंने भारत में कोचिंग के लिए प्रतिष्ठित द्रोणाचार्य पुरस्कार जीता है। कोच तेजा प्रतियोगिताओं के लिए प्रशिक्षण, पोषण, सभी मौसम की अनुकूलता और हृदय गति को नियंत्रित करने के लिए अपने शीर्ष सुझाव साझा करते हैं। उन्होंने भारत के शीर्ष तीरंदाजी कोच बनने के अपने सफर और रास्ते में आने वाली चुनौतियों के बारे में भी बताया। चाहे आप खुद एक तीरंदाज हों या बस कुछ प्रेरणा और मार्गदर्शन की तलाश में हों, इस एपिसोड को मिस नहीं करना चाहिए।Time Stamps0.50 - Winning in Punjab’s Archery competitions | पंजाब की तीरंदाजी प्रतियोगिताओं में जीत1:40 - Initial days as an archer | एक तीरंदाज के रूप में शुरुआती दिन4:00 - Key support provided by Punjab University | पंजाब विश्वविद्यालय द्वारा प्रदान की जाने वाली प्रमुख सहायता5:00 - Athlete travel in the 90s | 90 के दशक में एथलीट यात्रा6:40 - His coaching journey | उनकी कोचिंग यात्रा9:00 - Indian vs Korean archers, ***training at high altitudes*** | भारतीय बनाम कोरियाई तीरंदाज, ***ऊंचाई पर प्रशिक्षण**11:20 - how nutrition affects archers | पोषण तीरंदाजों को कैसे प्रभावित करता है14:40 - Body type required for archery | तीरंदाजी के लिए आवश्यक बॉडी टाइप17:20 - Heart rate in archers | तीरंदाजों में हृदय गति18:50 - How to be still in archery | धनुर्विद्या में स्थिर कैसे रहें20:00 - Always practice against tough competition | कड़ी प्रतिस्पर्धा के खिलाफ हमेशा अभ्यास करें21:00 - How to handle big moments in archery competition | तीरंदाजी प्रतियोगिता में बड़े पलों को कैसे संभालें22:00 - All weather conditioning | सभी मौसम कंडीशनिंग24:10 - Practicing for time crunch in archery competition | तीरंदाजी प्रतियोगिता में समय की कमी के लिए अभ्यासFollow Hemang Shah at https://www.linkedin.com/in/hemangJoin his FREE newsletter at https://www.innovationsportslife.com/
HINDI - Running 100km NON-STOP! Meet Ultra Runner Sufiya Sufi - Innovation, Sports, and Life Podcast
Jan 2 2023
HINDI - Running 100km NON-STOP! Meet Ultra Runner Sufiya Sufi - Innovation, Sports, and Life Podcast
Today on #InnovationSportsLife we have someone who runs insane distances. She recently ran 100km non-stop (about 11 hours), and holds three Guinness world records. In 2019, she ran from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, The Trans India Run Challenge. She covered almost 4000 km in 87 days (13 days before the world record timeline), became the fastest female runner to run from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, and set a new world record. In 2021, she completed her 2nd world record running challenge, The Golden Quadrilateral Run Challenge; it was 6000 Km long. She not just completed the challenge but broke the previous record by 82 days. After Golden Quadrilateral Run, she ran on one of the world’s most challenging roads, The Manali to Leh Highway. She completed that Manali-Leh Running challenge in 6 Days and 12 hours. In July 2022, she completed her 4th expedition, The Siachen-Kargil Run (470 KM in 6 days and 8 hours). It was a tribute run to our army Bravehearts on the Kargil Vijay Diwas. Get ready to hear from Sufiya Sufi. Watch the full episode now.01:31 - Running for 11 hours straight03:45 - How India appears to an Ultra Runner05:45 - The Zone for a runner06:15 - Music while running07:15 - Planning nutrition and rest during runs08:05 - How villages help runners08:40 - A beautiful moment in Kashmir10:30 - Himalayan ultrarun - Manali to Leh16:24 - What not to do for Ladakh runs19:37 - Food in remote areas21:15 - Bio breaks for ultra runners face24:00 - How to keep going for tough targets26:00 - Qatar ExpeditionSupport Sufiya's expeditions at https://www.ketto.org/fundraiser/support-sufiyas-next-fkt-running-challenge-fastest-run-across-qatarFollow Hemang Shah at https://www.linkedin.com/in/hemangJoin his FREE newsletter at https://www.innovationsportslife.com/