Leadership Lounge with The CEO Magazine

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Every business has a story, and we aim to bring it to you. An initiative of The CEO Magazine, this podcast series dives into the stories, strategies, and insights of business leaders across various industries. From groundbreaking innovations to personal success stories, our conversations explore leadership dynamics, industry trends, and keys to success.

  1. 5d ago

    Why Founders Struggle (And How to Actually Fix It) | Dr. Anupama Vaidya | Leadership Lounge with TCM

    From studying computer science to leading HR transformations, advising boards, and now mentoring founders — Dr. Anupama Vaidya's career has been one long act of reinvention. In this conversation, the Founder & Chief Strategist of Los Aurigas opens up about the moment she realized business and people strategy are inseparable, why she calls founders "unpolished diamonds," how neuroscience quietly shapes leadership behavior, and the one mistake even the most capable leaders keep repeating: not knowing when to let go. We also get into resilience after becoming a single mother, why AI will make empathy and wisdom more valuable — not less — and her four-eyed model (Ideation, Innovation, Integration, Influence) for the leaders of the next decade. #Leadership #BusinessStrategy #ExecutiveCoaching #CorporateLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessTransformation #BoardroomLeadership #FounderMindset #StartupIndia #Entrepreneurship #FounderLed #BusinessCoaching #ScaleYourBusiness #StartupAdvice #Resilience #Reinvention #WomenInLeadership #PersonalGrowth #CareerJourney #Mentorship #Legacy

    Why Founders Struggle (And How to Actually Fix It) | Dr. Anupama Vaidya | Leadership Lounge with TCM

  2. Jul 10

    From Selling Treadmills to 200 Gyms: Inside Anytime Fitness India's Rise | Vikas Jain

    He started by selling treadmills in 2002. Today, Vikas Jain, Managing Director of Anytime Fitness India, leads a network of 200+ gyms serving nearly 2 lakh members across the country. In this episode of Leadership Lounge with The CEO Magazine, Vikas opens up about building trust for a global brand in India, why "fitness club for busy people" became a movement, the biggest myths around fat loss and protein, how technology and AI are reshaping the fitness experience, and his honest advice for anyone wanting to start a fitness business in India — including a rapid-fire round you don't want to miss. #LeadershipLounge #TheCEOMagazine #VikasJain #AnytimeFitnessIndia #FitnessIndustry #FitnessIndia #GymFranchise #Entrepreneurship #BusinessPodcast #StartupIndia #HolisticHealth #FitnessMyths #FranchiseIndia #IndianBusiness #CEOInterview

    From Selling Treadmills to 200 Gyms: Inside Anytime Fitness India's Rise | Vikas Jain

  3. Jul 1

    Agarwal Packers & Movers CEO on Building a Crore-Level Empire, AI in Logistics & Family Business

    In this episode of the CEO Magazine Podcast, Dr. Anjani Kumar Agarwal — Managing Director & CEO of Agarwal Packers and Movers and DRS Group — shares the untold story behind building one of India's most recognized relocation brands. From working 16-20 hour days and sleeping at railway stations in the early years, to scaling to 75+ branches across India and operations in 100+ countries, Dr. Agarwal opens up about leadership, customer experience, AI in logistics, employee welfare, and his family's diversification into education through DRS International School. Watch till the end for his powerful advice to young entrepreneurs building long-term, credible businesses. #AgarwalPackersAndMovers #DRSGroup #CEOMagazinePodcast #IndianBusiness #Entrepreneurship #FamilyBusiness #Leadership #Logistics #PackersAndMovers #BusinessMotivation #StartupIndia #CustomerExperience #IndianCEO #BusinessPodcast #Hyderabad

    Agarwal Packers & Movers CEO on Building a Crore-Level Empire, AI in Logistics & Family Business

  4. May 22

    The Future of Hyderabad Real Estate | Dr. Srinivasarao Veluvolu | NCD

    In this episode of Leadership Lounge with The CEO Magazine, Shweta sits down with Dr. Srinivasarao Veluvolu, Founder of Nikhila Constructions and Developers, for a conversation on real estate, trust, entrepreneurship, and the evolving mindset of today’s homebuyers. From his professional journey to building NCD into a trusted real estate brand, Dr. Srinivasarao shares his perspective on customer trust, consistency, Hyderabad’s rapidly growing real estate market, and the future of the industry. He also talks about the impact of RERA, the changing expectations of homebuyers, the difference between quality and amenities, and what young entrepreneurs should know before entering the real estate sector. In this episode, we cover: Dr. Srinivasarao Veluvolu’s journey into real estateThe story behind building Nikhila Constructions and DevelopersWhy Hyderabad is attracting so much attention todayHis perspective on the Hyderabad real estate marketHow RERA has changed the industryBuy vs Rent — what makes more sense today?Quality vs Amenities in modern housingChallenges in the real estate sectorThe core principle behind NCD’s 21-year journeyAdvice for next-generation entrepreneursJoin us for a thoughtful conversation on real estate, leadership, customer trust, and the future of housing in India. #leadershiplounge #theceomagazine #realestate #hyderabadrealestate #drsrinivasaraoveluvolu #nikhilaconstructions #realestateindia #propertymarket #realestatepodcast #hyderabad #realestateinvestment #homebuyers #rera #entrepreneurship #businesspodcast #leadership #indiaproperty #housingmarket #realestateindustry #realestateinvesting #businessleadership #propertyinvestment #futureofrealestate #realestatebusiness #realestateleaders

    The Future of Hyderabad Real Estate | Dr. Srinivasarao Veluvolu | NCD

  5. May 8

    G.S. Ramesh on Building People, Not Just Business | Layam Group | The CEO Magazine

    Most companies say people are their biggest asset. Very few actually build their organisations that way. In this episode, Shweta sits down with G. S. Ramesh, Founder & Chairman of Layam Group, a leader who has spent over four decades shaping organisations through people, values, and purpose. From his early years with the Tata Group and Hyundai Motor India to building Layam Group into a trusted workforce solutions organisation, G.S. Ramesh’s journey is rooted in discipline, empathy, and the belief that great employees are built, not simply hired. In this conversation, he shares his perspective on leadership, workforce transformation, untapped talent, and why companies need to move beyond just hiring for qualifications and focus more on potential, trust, and long-term growth. G.S. Ramesh also talks about the changing workforce landscape, the role of technology and AI in the future of work, and the importance of building organisations that stay grounded in ethics and people-first thinking. In this episode, we cover: G.S. Ramesh’s early journey and lessons from Tata & HyundaiWhy he started Layam Group after retirementHis philosophy on people-first leadership and workforce buildingWhy companies often hire the wrong wayThe importance of giving opportunities to untapped talentLeadership lessons from over 40 years of experienceThe future of workforce, AI, and industry transformationAdvice for young professionals and aspiring entrepreneursJoin us for a thoughtful conversation on leadership, values, discipline, and building organisations through people and purpose. #leadershiplounge #theceomagazine #gsramesh #layamgroup #leadership #businesspodcast #podcastindia #peoplefirstleadership #workforce #futureofwork #hrleadership #corporateleadership #entrepreneurship #businessleadership #talentmanagement #hiring #recruitment #peoplemanagement #leadershiplessons #workculture #employeedevelopment #management #careergrowth #futureleaders #businessgrowth #companyculture #staffing #humanresources #manufacturing #industryleaders #professionalgrowth #businessinsights #teambuilding #startupindia #successmindset #founderstory #indiabusiness #motivation #productivity #careeradvice

    G.S. Ramesh on Building People, Not Just Business | Layam Group | The CEO Magazine

  6. Mar 7

    How to Prevent Disease & Fix Your Lifestyle | Dr. Deepika Krishna | The CEO Magazine

    Are you spending ₹25,000 on clothes but ignoring your blood tests? Do you think popping a foreign multivitamin will fix a bad diet? It's time to wake up. In today’s eye-opening episode, we sit down with Dr. Deepika Krishna (Founder of Neuro Science & Learn) to decode the massive gaps in the Indian mindset regarding preventive healthcare. From exposing the truth behind "imported" supplements being manufactured right here in India, to breaking down the "magic pill" delusion—this episode is a masterclass in taking back control of your body. If you found value in this episode, hit the LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE, and share this with a family member who needs a reality check on their health! 0:00 - Introduction: The Biggest Missing Link in Indian Health 02:15 - Why India is the Diabetic Capital of the World 08:30 - The "Imported" Supplement Scam Exposed 🇮🇳 15:45 - Chhole Bhature vs. The "Magic Pill" Delusion 💊 24:20 - The Indian Priority Paradox (₹25k on Clothes vs. ₹0 on Health) 32:10 - How to Actually Fix Your Lifestyle (Sleep, Movement, Diet) 41:00 - Dr. Deepika’s Vision for the Future of Wellness 45:30 - Outro & Final Thoughts#HealthPodcast #DrDeepikaKrishna #PreventiveHealth #BiohackingIndia #PodcastIndia #IndianHealthcare

    How to Prevent Disease & Fix Your Lifestyle | Dr. Deepika Krishna | The CEO Magazine

  7. Mar 7

    In Conversation with Adv. Sushila Ram Varma | The Indian Lawyer & Allied Services | The CEO Magazine

    Welcome to The Leadership Lounge with The CEO Magazine! In this episode, Shweta sits down with Advocate Sushila Ram Varma, Founder of The Indian Lawyer & Allied Services — one of India’s pioneering full-service law firms that blend legal expertise with business insight. From being a first-generation woman lawyer from Darjeeling to leading a PAN-India practice, Sushila’s story is one of courage, resilience, and purpose. She opens up about breaking gender barriers in law, building client trust across decades, and why she believes the future of corporate law lies in “preventive lawyering.” Sushila also shares her insights on how businesses can use law as a tool for growth, the importance of early legal intervention for startups, and the evolving role of women in leadership and policy. In this episode, we cover: Sushila Ram Varma’s early journey and inspiration to pursue law How she built The Indian Lawyer & Allied Services from the ground up Her philosophy of “preventive lawyering” and client trust Women’s leadership in law and the changing legal landscape Legal advice for entrepreneurs and startups The importance of mentorship and ethics in professional growth The future of law, AI, and human judgment in legal practice oin us for a powerful conversation that goes beyond courtrooms — about resilience, leadership, and the art of building lasting impact in a changing world. Subscribe for more episodes of Leadership Lounge with The CEO Magazine, where we bring you stories of India’s trailblazers and changemakers redefining their industries #leadershiplounge #theceomagazine #womeninlaw #legalleadership #corporatelaw #indianlaw #womenempowerment #businessleadership #preventivelaw #legalinnovation #theindianlawyer #lawfirmindia #leadershippodcast #legalawareness #womentrailblazers #entrepreneurship #lawandbusiness #inspiringwomen #legalprofession #indialawfirms #leadershipstories

    In Conversation with Adv. Sushila Ram Varma | The Indian Lawyer & Allied Services | The CEO Magazine

  8. Feb 27

    Retail, Manufacturing और Branding का असली खेल | Interview with Rajkumar Devani (Butterfly) | Leadership Lounge with The CEO Magazine

    Not every brand grows through noise. Some are built through discipline, consistency, and long-term relationships. In this upcoming episode of The CEO Magazine Podcast, Raj Kumar Dewani, Director of Butterfly Authenticwear, shares how decades in retail, distribution, and manufacturing shaped a menswear brand grounded in product strength, financial prudence, and retailer trust.From resisting discount-driven growth to scaling without debt, this conversation dives into what it really takes to build a brand that lasts. #theceomagazine #podcasttrailer #comingsoon #episodepremiere #feb27 #rajude wani #butterflyauthenticwear #menswearindia #apparelindustry #retailindia #brandbuilding #founderstory #businesspodcast #indianentrepreneurs #leadershipinsights #manufacturingindia #fashionbusiness #scalingbusiness #entrepreneurmindset #ceostories #businessgrowth #brandstrategy #productoverhype #trustbasedbusiness #sustainablegrowth #longtermthinking #indianbrands

    Retail, Manufacturing और Branding का असली खेल | Interview with Rajkumar Devani (Butterfly) | Leadership Lounge with The CEO Magazine
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Every business has a story, and we aim to bring it to you. An initiative of The CEO Magazine, this podcast series dives into the stories, strategies, and insights of business leaders across various industries. From groundbreaking innovations to personal success stories, our conversations explore leadership dynamics, industry trends, and keys to success.

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