T.A.G.S (The Abhinav Gupta Show)

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We aim to have hyper-focused, high-value conversations on Salesforce with guests from diverse backgrounds and geographies. Conversations that inspire a wider community with a range of ideas from Trailblazers coming from diverse backgrounds.

  1. AI and Nonprofit Growth with Chiou Chan

    02/12/2025

    AI and Nonprofit Growth with Chiou Chan

    Summary In this episode, Chiou Chan shares his journey from being the second employee at Salesforce in Asia to leading nonprofit growth with AI. He discusses the role of Salesforce in scaling startups, the transformative impact of AI on nonprofit operations, and personal growth insights. Chiou also emphasizes the importance of planning and resilience, offering a book recommendation for mental toughness. Takeaways: Chiou Chan was the second employee at Salesforce in Asia.Salesforce played a key role in scaling startups.AI is transforming nonprofit operations.Chiou emphasizes the importance of planning and resilience.He recommends 'Can't Hurt Me' by David Goggins for mental toughness.Chiou shares insights on personal growth and leadership.The episode highlights the need for evolving with AI.Chiou discusses the challenges and rewards of nonprofit work.He reflects on the significance of giving back.The conversation includes a focus on training plans and endurance.Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction and Early Career00:00:00 Scaling Startups and Leadership00:00:00 Nonprofit Sector and AI00:00:00 Personal Growth and Endurance Sports

    46 min
  2. Trailblazing Success: Praveen Khurana on Digital Transformation

    14/10/2025

    Trailblazing Success: Praveen Khurana on Digital Transformation

    🎙 Guest: Praveen Khurana🎧 Host: Abhinav Gupta Praveen Khurana, VP of Digital Customer Success at Salesforce, joins us for an inspiring conversation on the evolution of learning, the future of AI-driven customer success, and what it means to stay adaptable in an ever-changing tech world. 💡 In this episode, we dive into: Growing up in a military family and lessons in adaptability The shift from on-prem LMS to Trailhead’s gamified learning Inside stories from India’s first computerized election (1998) The future of AI in learning and digital success engineering Salesforce’s unified vision for Trailhead, community, and customer success How to stay creative and relevant in the AI age His community work through Our Sparsh and why teaching keeps him grounded 📚 Mentions: Customer Success: How Innovative Companies Are Reducing Churn and Growing Recurring Revenue – by Nick Mehta Creativity, Inc. – by Ed Catmull ✨ "Be a lifelong student — your curiosity is your career’s biggest asset." — Praveen Khurana 🔗 Explore more episodes of TAGS Podcast: https://linktr.ee/tags_podcast

    1 h
  3. Decoding Salesforce Financial Services Cloud with Shell Black

    23/09/2025

    Decoding Salesforce Financial Services Cloud with Shell Black

    In this conversation, Shell Black shares his extensive journey in the Salesforce ecosystem, highlighting the evolution of Financial Services Cloud and the importance of specialization in consulting. He discusses the challenges faced by smaller Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) and the growing significance of AI in wealth management. Shell emphasizes the need for effective people selection in leadership and the value of community connections fostered through events like Dreamforce.

    58 min
  4. Non Profits, AI and Salesforce with Tom Leddy

    06/03/2025

    Non Profits, AI and Salesforce with Tom Leddy

    In this conversation, Tom Leddy, a seasoned architect from Salesforce, shares his extensive journey in the tech industry, focusing on his experiences with Salesforce and nonprofits. He discusses the evolution of technology, the importance of communication skills in tech careers, and the challenges faced by nonprofits in adopting technology. Tom also highlights the role of AI in nonprofits and the future of architecture in the tech landscape, emphasizing the need for strategic thinking and adaptability in a rapidly changing environment.TakeawaysTom Leddy has over 20 years of experience in tech, with a focus on Salesforce.He transitioned from a developer to an architect due to his communication skills.Tom's early work in telecommunications helped automate complex calculations for cell towers.He recognized the potential of Salesforce while working with SAP CRM.Nonprofits often struggle with technical debt and lack of skilled IT personnel.AI is set to revolutionize how nonprofits operate and manage donations.The Well-Architected Framework aims to provide guidance for nonprofits in tech.Tom emphasizes the importance of strategic thinking in tech architecture.The nonprofit sector is diverse, making it challenging to implement standardized solutions.There are significant opportunities in tech for those willing to adapt to AI.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Tom Leddy's Journey05:50 Early Career and Impactful Projects11:07 Transition to SAP and CRM Systems18:31 The Shift to Salesforce25:17 Finding Purpose in Nonprofits and Community Work28:33 Navigating Nonprofit Technology Challenges34:47 The Importance of Strategic Software Implementation37:23 Creating the Well-Architected Framework42:45 AI in Nonprofits: Opportunities and Challenges51:59 The Future of Roles in the Age of AI56:35 Intro Banner.mp4Connect with Tom- https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomleddy/- https://amazon.com/author/tomleddy

    57 min
  5. The Future of AI and Salesforce: Insights from Mohith Shrivastava

    23/01/2025

    The Future of AI and Salesforce: Insights from Mohith Shrivastava

    In this episode, Abhinav hosts Mohith Shrivastava, Developer Advocate at Salesforce, to discuss: • The transformative role of AI in Salesforce, including tools like Agentforce and Data Cloud. • Tips for developers to stay ahead in the AI-driven era. • The art and science of prompt engineering and how it empowers LLMs. • Mohith’s personal journey from hackathons to advocacy, blending creativity with technology. Tune in for actionable insights and an engaging conversation on the future of AI, agents, and Salesforce innovations. References: - Connect with Mohith on LinkedIn - Prompt Engineering Blog by Mohith

    1 h 21 min
  6. Demystifying AI Agents with Clientell

    07/01/2025

    Demystifying AI Agents with Clientell

    In this conversation, Abhinav hosts Neil Sarkar and Aryan Trip, co-founders of Clientell, to discuss their entrepreneurial journey, their startup's evolution, and AI's role in enhancing Salesforce operations. They delve into the challenges faced in the startup ecosystem, the importance of revenue operations, and how AI agents can streamline business processes. The discussion also covers the future of AI in tech jobs, the capabilities of Clientell's AI tools, and their vision for the company's future. Takeaways - Neil's journey into entrepreneurship began with a dating app in college. - Clientell was founded to solve issues with data management in marketing. - Salesforce is a powerful tool that many companies underutilize. - AI agents can significantly reduce the time spent on repetitive tasks. - The future of AI in business is about enhancing human creativity, not replacing it. - Clientell aims to create a fully automated admin agent for Salesforce. - The integration of AI into business processes can lead to better decision-making. - Data loader.ai simplifies the data loading process for Salesforce users. - AI will empower users to interact with their data in natural language. - The architecture for AI agents in Salesforce is evolving rapidly.

    1 h 5 min
  7. Decoding Data Migrations & Integrations (Part 1)

    04/10/2024

    Decoding Data Migrations & Integrations (Part 1)

    Summary In this conversation, Kapil Varma shares his extensive experience in data migration and integration, discussing the evolution of data handling techniques, the challenges faced in early data entry processes, and the shift towards cloud technologies like Salesforce. He highlights the emergence of new tools for data migration, the importance of understanding data behavior, and the future trends in data management, including the impact of AI. Kapil also reflects on complex migration projects and the lessons learned throughout his career. Takeaways Data migration is crucial for effective data management. Understanding data behavior is key to successful migration. The evolution of data handling tools has made processes easier. AI is transforming how we analyze and utilize data. Salesforce has significantly changed the landscape of data management. Challenges in data entry and processing require innovative solutions. New tools for data migration are emerging rapidly. Integration tools have become more accessible for businesses. The future of data migration will involve more AI-driven solutions. Kapil's journey illustrates the importance of adaptability in tech careers. References - All about TAGS Podcast - https://linktr.ee/tags_podcast Kapil Varma - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kapilvarma/

    45 min
  8. Future of QA: AI, Automation, and Beyond

    27/09/2024

    Future of QA: AI, Automation, and Beyond

    Summary In this conversation, Robin Gupta shares his extensive journey from sales to various roles in QA and test automation, discussing the evolution of QA roles, the impact of AI on testing, and the future of QA in the context of Salesforce. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, the significance of prompt engineering, and the need for QA professionals to adapt to new technologies. Robin also reflects on his experience as an author and offers valuable insights for aspiring QA professionals. Takeaways Sales experience sharpens communication skills for QA roles. QA roles can evolve into product management or engineering management. AI is transforming the landscape of QA and testing. Continuous learning is essential for career progression in QA. Salesforce QA lacks specific certifications, but general certifications are beneficial. Automation is becoming a critical skill for QA professionals. Prompt engineering is crucial for leveraging AI tools effectively. Quality assurance is vital for maintaining product standards. The journey of writing a book can be challenging but rewarding. Staying curious and passionate is key to success in QA. Chapters 02:57 No Role is Terminal 07:55 The Value of QA and the Critique Perspective 12:17 Upskilling in Automation: Certified Admin Certification 17:39 The Evolution of QA and Shorter Development Cycles 20:06 The Importance of Continuous Learning 23:05 Choosing Between Technical and Business Roles 25:39 Choosing the Right Tools for Mobile and Web Testing 27:19 Considerations for Evaluating Testing Tools 31:34 The Potential and Challenges of AI in Testing 33:17 Understanding Prompt Engineering and Large Language Models 38:51 Insights from the Book 'Ultimate Selenium WebDriver for Test Automation' 44:43 The Importance of Continuous Learning and Taking Breaks in QA References: Connect with Robin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/polymorphicrobin/ Explore more about this podcast - https://linktr.ee/tags_podcast

    52 min
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