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Oct. 13, 2020

BasTalk 47 - Classic Interview Mistakes

What are the classic interview mistakes you make? Have you given it a thought ? What could you have done better? Sometimes you makes the basic mistakes which go on to cost you a job - little do you realise that all these si…
Oct. 7, 2020

BasTalk 46 - How to get promoted

So they overlooked you for the promotion? And you think you did whatever they asked - what else could you have done differently? You think its overdue while they think you need more time - sounds familiar? Fret not, you're n…
Oct. 2, 2020

BasTalk 45 - Adult Content

Parental Advisory! Close your eyes: Adult Content. Now before you jump into conclusion, this is not about porn. Sorry to disappoint you! But it is something so important that it affects your life. Its about education....f…
Sept. 27, 2020

BasTalk 44 - Criticisms and Compliments

Its so easy to criticise and so difficult to compliment someone isn't it? When was the last time you walked over to the support staff who work tirelessly behind the scene to make sure your work goes off smoothly , and thanke…
Sept. 22, 2020

BasTalk 43 - Are you a liberal patriarch

Patriarchy is nothing new - but have you heard of the liberal patriarchs? No? These are those who look at Haryana and go to Hyderabad , or in other words come across as liberal but are patriarchal to the core. They manage t…
Sept. 19, 2020

BasTalk 42 - Culture Jhol

So you work in a MNC, with HQ in the US or Singapore - and you have them visiting India for the first time. What do you do? How do you make sure you don't trip on the culture trap? Given that you've all the right intentions…
Sept. 13, 2020

BasTalk 41 - The Hiring Manager POV

In the last episode of The Job of your resume - you heard from the recruiters point of view and what not to do with your resume. 6 common mistakes to avoid in your resume to better your chances. And so with this episode, yo…
Sept. 9, 2020

BasTalk 40 - The Job Of Your Resume

So when you do a 100 applications and nothing to write home about, you wonder what are you doing wrong? What could be better in your resume? Tune in to this episode ( part 1/ of 2) to know what is the job of your resume? I…
Sept. 5, 2020

BasTalk 39 - Teachers Day or My Way

When was the last time you called your teacher and thanked them for their contribution in your success? Do you need to wait for September 5 to do that? Join me in this episode where I share 3 scenarios from our education sys…
Aug. 31, 2020

BasTalk 38 - Layoff Tiger

Layoffs are part of corporate jargon - but when organizations announce that they plan to lay off "low" performers in full public view - it leaves a lot to be desired in terms of dignity of labor. Join me in this podcast to d…
Aug. 28, 2020

BasTalk 37 - Leadership Studio Corner Office Part 4

Rapid fire Round and wrap up. Join me in this fascinating episode to cover the fourth corner of the corner office. In this final section - expect insights like you've never heard before. #management #sales # leadership --- …
Aug. 24, 2020

BasTalk 36 - Leadership Studio Corner Office Part 3

Section 3 of the corner office where we discuss : If you look to hire the Dragon Warrior - how do you ensure if there is a Master Shifu to handle them? Is the American dream over or does it still have a future? How do you ma…
Aug. 19, 2020

BasTalk 35 - Leadership Studio Corner Office Part 2

As we continue the journey of exploring all the 4 corners of the corner office, in second corner today, we talk about 3 generations working under one roof and the challenges that come with it. Snowflake generation and thei…
Aug. 16, 2020

BasTalk 34 - Leadership Studio Corner Office Part 1

Leadership Studio presents Corner Office part 1 featuring Mr.Sandeep Mathur , top Tech Sales leader and thinker. There are 4 segments, and in this segment we talk about People Management, Gig Economy for senior management…
Aug. 11, 2020

BasTalk 33 - Sales Intensity

Its quarter end and you are still off the target, what do you do? Increase intensity. Why ? Because more than anything else,you lose money if you don't get to 100% incentive. Join me in this sales podcast where I share ways …
Aug. 5, 2020

BasTalk 32 - The Dhakkan Explosion Vol 2

As a follow up to the 10 Dhakkan Explosions in Volume 1, in Vol 2, we discuss the Lid caps! Vol 2 is nothing but the antidote to the Dhakkan explosion volume 1. It gives you 10 points to check at your workplace to keep saf…
July 28, 2020

BasTalk 31 - The Dhakkan Explosion Vol 1

What the hell is going on here? Why don't get a simple thing ? Why is it so difficult to understand this? If these are the questions exploding in your mind, you know you are in the middle of a Dhakkan Explosion! Here are 10 …
July 22, 2020

BasTalk 30 - The Superman Experience

Job Description: Wanted , a rock star, super star , superman with 5 years of work experience. How is the ageing Superman deal with hiring woes amid the pandemic? The greying superman? Is he not useful anymore? But before we …
July 17, 2020

BasTalk 29 - Stakeholder Management

What if you had Cersei Lannister as your stakeholder ? Now imagine you are Tyrion reporting to Cersei - how do you survive? How would you manage to navigate the complexity of the role and the expectations? This episode is…
July 12, 2020

BasTalk 28 - Hiring the Dragon Warrior

Most job descriptions ask for a Rockstar,Superstar, something on the lines of a Dragon Warrior . But the question is , are you a Master Shifu? Can you handle top talent if they do work for you ? Join me in this fascinating t…
July 5, 2020

BasTalk 27 - Tom and Jerry Syndrome

What is the Tom and Jerry Syndrome? It's the classic war between Marketing and Sales. This age old rivalry continues till date and more often than not, organizations who figure out this balance, are better suited to success…
June 30, 2020

BasTalk 26 - Be Unstoppable

In Sales, be unstoppable. But how? By breaking down mental barriers. Join me in this "salescast" which is dedicated to tech sales folks around the globe fighting each day to hit forecast. Every salesperson worth their quota…
June 24, 2020

BasTalk 25 - Office BullyTin

Are you an Office bully? Do people at work avoid you? Do you bully without realising it? As a leader what is being assertive and what is bullying? Have been abusing the vendor client situation? As a service provider does yo…
June 18, 2020

BasTalk 24 - The Extreme Sandwich

Think of your hiring mandate. Wanted a Rock Star, Ninja for our Sales team. Sounds familiar isn't it? Does it mean, if you manage to hire all Rock stars in your team, there will be no mediocrity? Does it guarantee success? …
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