48 episodes

Created with the intent of bringing the unheard stories of this big world of technology to the masses, 'Talent First' explores the narratives of leaders driving the tech world and sheds light upon the people behind the machines by putting talent ahead of everything else.

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Created with the intent of bringing the unheard stories of this big world of technology to the masses, 'Talent First' explores the narratives of leaders driving the tech world and sheds light upon the people behind the machines by putting talent ahead of everything else.

Listen on Apple Podcasts
Requires macOS 11.4 or higher

    Want to pursue MSBA in the US? ft. Sina Ansari,Vahap Uysal & Raghav Gupta

    Want to pursue MSBA in the US? ft. Sina Ansari,Vahap Uysal & Raghav Gupta

    Planning to pursue an MS in the USA?

    Look no further! In this episode of 'Talent First' by Futurense, we're excited to bring you a conversation with Vahap Uysal, Professor of Finance, and Sina Ansari, Co-Director of the Business Analytics Program at DePaul University. Our esteemed guests share their insights on eligibility for pursuing an MS in Business Analytics, the scope of a career in Business Analytics in the US, the benefits of studying at DePaul's Chicago campus, the AI wave, and building a career in business analytics among others. Rest assured, this podcast will help aspirants looking to study abroad and navigate their US Master's journey successfully.

    In this podcast, you'll get insights on:
    - Eligibility for pursuing an MS in Business Analytics in the US
    - Scope of a career in Business Analytics
    - Benefits of studying at DePaul's Chicago campus
    - DePaul University's alumni network
    - Career Advice for Business Analytics aspirants
    And more!

    So what are you waiting for? Tune in now!

    • 26 min
    How to Land a Job at Amazon in 2024? | Talent First ft. Vishal Nagpal & Raghav Gupta

    How to Land a Job at Amazon in 2024? | Talent First ft. Vishal Nagpal & Raghav Gupta

    Welcome to another exciting episode of Talent First! Join us in today's podcast for an insightful conversation with Vishal Nagpal, Data Science and Analytics Leader at Amazon, India. Vishal has extensive experience in building data science and analytics teams, driving data-backed decisions across digital, customer marketing, product/app, ad-tech, and operations. In this episode, he shares his insights on the intersection of tech giants like Amazon and Flipkart with emerging trends in AI and OTT platforms like Netflix and Jio Cinema.

    In today's episode, you'll gain insights on:

    Vishal's Career Journey

    Corporate Ecosystem - Before and After

    Evolution of Amazon

    Amazon’s upcoming AI models

    How to get hired by Amazon

    Vishal's journey at Amazon

    ESOPs & Compounding

    Work-life balance

    Indian OTT platforms

    Netflix's audience acquisition

    Why IPL is free on Jio Cinema

    Flipkart’s OTT plans

    Upcoming Technologies

    And so much more. So, tune in now!

    • 53 min
    Why are so many CEO's Engineers? | Talent First ft. Pradeep Menon & Raghav Gupta

    Why are so many CEO's Engineers? | Talent First ft. Pradeep Menon & Raghav Gupta

    Welcome back to yet another exciting episode of Talent First! In today's podcast, we are honoured to host Pradeep Menon, MD, and Head of HSBC Technology India. Join us as he walks us through his career challenges and accomplishments and the tenets that helped him succeed.

     

    In today's podcast, Pradeep will share some valuable insights on:


    His professional journey - from his first engineering role to being the Head of HSBC’s Technology centres in India
    How an MBA degree from IIT prepared him for leadership roles
    Why it is important to have an engineering mindset to lead technology organisations
    Why it is important to be both – a specialist and a generalist for a successful career
    Significance of work-life balance while navigating high-intensity roles
    Role of analytics in logistics and finance
    Benefits of networking and how to do it right

     

    • 51 min
    Automation Increasing the Demand of Business Analytics | ft. Vibhas Madan & Raghav Gupta

    Automation Increasing the Demand of Business Analytics | ft. Vibhas Madan & Raghav Gupta

    Are you planning to pursue Master's in Business Analytics in the US?

     If so, you've come to the right place! In this episode of our podcast, Talent First, our CEO Raghav Gupta welcomes Vibhas Madan, the Dean of Drexel University's LeBow College of Business, to discuss the advantages and benefits of pursuing an MSBA one of the top B schools in the US.
    So, dive into the episode and get insights on: 
    ➡️Why is the demand for business analytics increasing
    ➡️What makes Drexel the top choice for MSBA?
    ➡️How to become world-ready ➡️Indian academia v/s US academia➡️How to make your SOP stand out➡️How passion can land you into a top US university➡️Life in Philadelphia and so much more.

    • 24 min
    How to get a job at Microsoft - ft. Nithya Subramanian & Raghav Gupta

    How to get a job at Microsoft - ft. Nithya Subramanian & Raghav Gupta

    Welcome back to another episode of Talent First featuring Raghav Gupta, CEO OF Futurense Technologies and Nithya Subramanian Head of Data & Analytics, Kellogs. 

     

    An analytics leader who began her career at Satyam after graduating from College of Engineering , Pune where she worked closely with ERP systems and came to understand that corporate life is nothing but chasing a common dream. She started with an aspiration of growth which she still holds close.

    In this Podcast you will learn about: 


    Gain insights into Nithya’s experience of working in companies like Cisco, IBM and Microsoft  


    What these giant companies have in common  


    how do they differ in their approach towards internal processes. 


    What Microsoft takes into consideration when looking for potential employees?  


    How GenAI transformed from a rudimentary idea of discussion to a full-blown revolution and more! 

    • 33 min
    Does Your First Job Define Your Career?🤔 Kaushik Das & Raghav Gupta

    Does Your First Job Define Your Career?🤔 Kaushik Das & Raghav Gupta

    Join Raghav Gupta (CEO of Futurense Technologies) and Kaushik Das (Vice President @ JCpenney) for another engaging conversation at the Futurense Industry Townhall 2024.✨

    With 20+ years of experience, Kaushik shares his career journey of working at a call center to becoming the Vice president at JCpenney which is no less than a rollercoaster ride.🙌

    So, if you are a budding fresher worried about their future career path, then this video is just for you! Tune in and get answers to questions like:
    ➡️Does your first job define your career?
    ➡️How to speak confidently like a YouTuber
    ➡️Job vs. Skills - what defines you?
    ➡️Interview mistakes to avoid at all costs!
    ➡️Facing AI: Who should worry?
    ➡️Drawbacks of MNC employment and so much more!

    • 36 min

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