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Careers in India Few Would Dare to Follow - Cheesemaking
Jun 19, 2026
53m 28s
Why A Career in Logistics Will Never Disappear
Jun 13, 2026
56m 47s
From Village School to Managing Director: Career Lessons Every Graduate Needs
Jun 5, 2026
59m 55s
Teaching as a Career in India | Reality, Salary, Stress & Satisfaction
May 29, 2026
1h 03m 12s
First Career Steps In Three Different Directions: Psychology, UX/UI, Digital Marketing
May 22, 2026
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| 6/19/26 | ![]() Careers in India Few Would Dare to Follow - Cheesemaking | While editing, we made a change in the opening sequence - because you need to know the risks that Namrata tookFrom Boardrooms to Cheeseboards: How Curiosity Built an Unconventional CareerWhat happens when a management consultant with a successful corporate career decides to follow an unexpected passion and ends up building an award-winning artisanal cheese brand in Chennai?In this episode of My First Job, we sit down with Namrata Sundaresan, co-founder of Kase Cheese, to explore a career journey that defies conventional expectations. From studying engineering and management, working in HR, marketing, research, and consulting, to discovering the art and science of cheesemaking, Namrata's story is a masterclass in curiosity, reinvention, and lifelong learning.This conversation goes far beyond cheese. It explores how careers evolve when we remain open to opportunities, embrace experimentation, and allow our interests to guide us toward meaningful work. Namrata shares how travel, food, entrepreneurship, personal loss, and a willingness to keep learning helped her discover a craft that eventually became a thriving business with social impact at its core.You'll learn how an unconventional idea became a scalable enterprise, why curiosity is one of the most valuable career skills, how artisan businesses can create sustainable livelihoods, and why success often comes from being willing to receive opportunities—not just seek them.If you've ever wondered whether it's possible to build a career outside traditional paths, transition into a completely new field, or turn a passion into a business, this episode offers inspiration, practical insights, and a fresh perspective on what a successful career can look like.Listen now to discover why some of the most rewarding careers are the ones nobody plans for. | 53m 28s | ||||||
| 6/13/26 | ![]() Why A Career in Logistics Will Never Disappear | What does a career in logistics really look like? How do products move across countries, industries, and continents? And what does it take to go from selling photocopiers to helping launch a cargo airline?In this episode of My First Job, we speak with Kochat Narendran, a logistics and supply chain professional with more than 35 years of experience across automation, consumer electronics, freight forwarding, express logistics, and aviation.Narendran shares how an unexpected career path led him into one of the world's most essential industries. From his early days at Xerox learning the fundamentals of sales and customer relationships, to helping build market-leading logistics businesses, he explains the skills that matter most in a rapidly changing world.This conversation explores careers in logistics, supply chain management, freight forwarding, cargo transportation, international trade, sales, operations, and leadership. Narendran discusses how technology has transformed logistics, why relationship-building remains a competitive advantage, and how young professionals can create long-term career growth through adaptability and continuous learning.You will also hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories about global cargo movement, managing large operational teams, handling crises, building business networks, and the complex process of sourcing and launching cargo aircraft.Whether you are a student considering an MBA in Logistics, a young professional exploring supply chain careers, or someone interested in how global commerce actually works, this episode offers practical insights, career advice, and real-world lessons from decades of industry experience.Key Topics: Logistics careers, supply chain management, freight forwarding, cargo airlines, international shipping, sales skills, networking, leadership, aviation logistics, career development, operations management, and future opportunities in India's growing logistics sector. | 56m 47s | ||||||
| 6/5/26 | ![]() From Village School to Managing Director: Career Lessons Every Graduate Needs✨ | career developmentresilience+3 | Karaiadiselvan S. | CAD Centre | India | career lessonsjob market+3 | — | 59m 55s | |
| 5/29/26 | ![]() Teaching as a Career in India | Reality, Salary, Stress & Satisfaction✨ | teaching as a careereducation in India+5 | — | MontessoriCBSE+1 | IndiaClass 11+1 | teaching careerMontessori+8 | — | 1h 03m 12s | |
| 5/22/26 | ![]() First Career Steps In Three Different Directions: Psychology, UX/UI, Digital Marketing✨ | Psychology careersUX/UI design+4 | Clinical Psychologist & CounsellorUX/UI Designer & Product Designer+1 | — | India | careers after psychology in Indiahow to become a UX designer+8 | — | 56m 37s | |
| 5/15/26 | ![]() Career Advice for your 20s: Navy Commander to Business Leader✨ | career adviceleadership+5 | Commodore G. Prakash | Indian Navy | — | career advicenaval service+5 | — | 54m 10s | |
| 5/8/26 | ![]() Beyond the Cockpit: 3,000 Hours of Fighter Pilot Wisdom✨ | military aviationfighter pilot experience+4 | fighter pilot | Agnipath schemeIndia+1 | Chennai | fighter pilotmilitary aviation+6 | — | 44m 27s | |
| 5/1/26 | ![]() From Battlefield to Boardroom: Colonel KPM Das on Leadership, Fear, and Cybersecurity✨ | leadershipcybersecurity+4 | Colonel KPM Das | Cisco | IndiaNagaland+1 | leadershipcybersecurity+5 | — | 56m 36s | |
| 4/24/26 | ![]() How to make Public Speaking your Superpower. And your Career.✨ | Public SpeakingConsumer Behavior+3 | Vinay Pushpakaran | HerbertsonsUB Group+1 | BerlinBenin | Public SpeakingConsumer Behavior+6 | — | 55m 09s | |
| 4/17/26 | ![]() Creative careers. For those who thrive on unpredictability✨ | creative careerscareer transitions+3 | Yashwin SenanayakeAishwarya Subramanian+1 | Australian High CommissionCurtin University | Sri LankaNational Museum | creative careerscareer change+5 | — | 51m 41s | |
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| 4/10/26 | ![]() A career vet in real life? It's not like the movies at all.✨ | veterinary medicineCOVID-19+4 | Dr. Barani | local zoo | coccygeal vein | veterinarianlions+5 | — | 50m 31s | |
| 4/3/26 | ![]() Imagine a career where you bet on the future - of others✨ | venture capitalcareer development+5 | Divya Sampath | CitibankSterling Holidays+3 | — | venture capitalistinternet industry+5 | — | 58m 26s | |
| 3/27/26 | ![]() Want a career that impacts millions of people?✨ | social impactentrepreneurship+4 | Rajasri | Impactree.ai | IndiaSaudi Arabia+2 | social sectorimpact measurement+5 | — | 57m 29s | |
| 3/20/26 | ![]() From Economics to Tea Estates: A Lifetime of Learning in Plantation Management✨ | tea plantationsleadership philosophy+3 | Ramesh Vasudevan | — | NilgirisCoorg+2 | tea plantationsleadership+4 | — | 54m 41s | |
| 3/13/26 | ![]() A regular job? Or your passion? What would your career choice be?✨ | career transitionpursuing passion+3 | Surajit Guha | ANZ BankNIIT | KolkataChennai+1 | career choicemusic+5 | — | 1h 02m 57s | |
| 3/6/26 | ![]() Career Confusion? 3 Solutions✨ | career explorationyoung professionals+5 | Deepika GaneshAryaman Harish+1 | Indian Institute of ManagementKPMG+3 | — | career confusionyoung professionals+5 | — | 58m 33s | |
| 10/8/24 | ![]() I BECAME A BANKER'S BOSS | How to Get a Relationship Manager's Job | In this podcast I share my journey of becoming a banker's boss and how I secured a relationship manager position in the amazing world of relationship banking! 🌟 If you're interested in pursuing a career in banking and finance or are simply curious about what it takes to thrive as a relationship manager, this video is for you. Join me as I explore the key skills, qualifications, and strategies required to break into this lucrative field. I’ll discuss the critical role of relationship managers in banking, how they build and maintain client relationships, and the impact they have on a bank’s success. Whether you're a recent graduate or considering a career change, I provide valuable insights and tips to help you stand out in the competitive banking industry. Learn about the qualifications needed, interview tips, and what to expect on the job. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful content on building a successful career in banking and finance! 🚀 #BankingCareer #RelationshipManager #CareerAdvice #FinanceJobs #BankingIndustry #CareerGrowth #JobTips #FinancialServices | 56m 34s | ||||||
| 10/3/24 | ![]() A career in retail banking - Jaya Janardhanan - My First Job - Episode 23 | From Corporate to Entrepreneur: Jaya's Journey to Revolutionize BankingHere are the notes summarizing the key points from the podcast summary: - Jaya Janardhanan left her corporate banking career to start her own company, Krayontek Solutions, aimed at helping banks streamline operations and adapt to changes in the industry. - Jaya shares her journey from joining a bank after graduating to transitioning from corporate banking to retail banking, learning new skills like Demat operations on the job. - She describes helping establish centralized operations for ICICI Bank, streamlining manual processes and deciding which tasks to keep at branches vs centralize- Jaya took on a Six Sigma project to improve the inefficient 23-day account opening process, reducing it to just 1 day with innovations like pre-generated kits. - ICICI Bank introduced customer-centric changes like 8-to-8 banking under CEO KV Kamath's leadership, staying ahead of the curve. - Jaya implemented "Project Crisp" to handle cash rush, introducing a system for customers to deposit cash in sealed packets, which built trust through CCTV monitoring for transparencyHer experiences highlight embracing new methodologies, challenging the status quo, and adapting solutions based on customer needs for operational improvements and innovations in banking. | 58m 59s | ||||||
| 10/1/24 | ![]() Careers in curing addiction - Soumya Shankar Raman - Episode 22 | From Banker to Healer: Soumya's Journey in Mental Health and Addiction TreatmentSoumya, the head of therapy and operations at TTK Hospitals, shares her unconventional journey from banking to mental health and addiction treatment. Despite societal stigma, she found her calling in this field, driven by her passion for helping others. Her days are unpredictable, managing crises, assisting patients, and ensuring smooth operations at the rehabilitation centerThe speaker initially planned to follow their father's footsteps in HR but discovered a passion for social work, particularly medical and psychiatric care. Their experience with community work during their MSW program exposed them to issues like domestic violence, alcoholism, and mental health concerns, fueling their desire to be a catalyst for positive change. Soumya faced resistance from her family when pursuing a career in addiction counseling, as it was seen as unsuitable for a womanHowever, she persisted, driven by her strong desire to make a difference. She emphasizes the importance of not letting others dictate one's path, even if it means dealing with strife. The speakers discuss the growing issue of drug addiction among minors in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemicThey highlight the importance of evidence-based rehabilitation programs, including detoxification, counseling, and holistic therapies like horticulture, music, and animal-assisted therapy, to support recovery. | 55m 47s | ||||||
| 8/15/24 | ![]() A career in designing and building the systems inside buildings - H. Sriram - Episode 21 | H. Sriram is the Director at IBS Gulf Design, which he co-founded in 2009. His company is involved in the design of complex mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems in modern buildings that people never have to think about.Starting off as a supervisory trainee in Voltas back in Chennai in 1985, Sriram has helmed projects in Abu Dhabi, Brunei, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia before he decided to strike out on his own in 2009. His work is highly technical and those in the building and construction industry know what it takes to design the internal systems of a building to keep it ticking. The company's client list includes some of the world's largest corporations.How does one go about building a career in infrastructure development where huge sums of money are involved#engineering #design #mep #mechanical #electrical #plumbing #airconditioning #projectmanagement | 35m 05s | ||||||
| 8/14/24 | ![]() A career writing fiction spanning young adult, romance and horror genres - Andaleeb Wajid - Episode 20 | Andaleeb Wajid is a writer with a repertoire spanning young adult, romance and horror genres. Her early influences were, as she puts it, derived from a family of storytellers. And she has eased into writing over 40 books in just 14 years. In a world where the cliche is that everyone has one book in them, Andaleeb has a stream inside her. And she taps into it with ease. What is her method? How did it come to define her life? And how does she keep finding the characters who dot her novels? This will be a conversation about how our careers find us, at times, instead of our searching for them. And Andaleeb riffing through the chapters in her life.https://www.instagram.com/andaleebwajid/#author #writer #career #job #romance #yougadult #horror #self-publishing | 46m 03s | ||||||
| 7/31/24 | ![]() A career in archeology making history come alive - Dr. Kush Dhebar - Episode 19 | Kush Dhebar researches, studies and supervises excavations of ancient and medieval Indian sites of importance. His PhD was a study of the sculptures of grappling and pugilism of the Vijayanagara monuments.Apart from archaeology, he is a wrestling enthusiast, which he thinks has built more mental than physical strengths in him. How did a student who couldn't focus on his school develop this set of diverse career interests? That's what this fascinating conversation is about.Watch the original video episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/QT0MWdLb098#careers #archeology #excavations #India #history | 34m 45s | ||||||
| 7/12/24 | ![]() A career in setting up an online baking business - Ritesh Parakh - Episode 18 | Ritesh Parakh is a foodie, a traveler and the co-founder of a baking brand in Chennai called Beyond Loaf. He's experimented with a career in jewelry besides other businesses but kept going back to his true calling.So, how did a debater, a blogger and a qualified engineer find himself wading into a crowded market and build a name for quality and innovation?Perhaps the clue is in the number of restaurants that he has sampled and has an opinion on - he's completely into the food scene in Chennai. With the gift of the written word, he has built a following, with short, pithy and snappy reviews.But from writing about food to building a business around it is a completely different proposition | 37m 19s | ||||||
| 7/9/24 | ![]() A career in training people for the hospitality industry - Matharani Mathias - Episode 17 | Matharani Mathias has helped shape people from diverse backgrounds for careers in the hospitality industry. She could have built a career and risen to the top of any luxury hotel. She had the intelligence and the drive to achieve it.Instead, she been at the helm of a private hotel management college called Sarosh in the small town of Mangalore in Karnataka. Over the decades, she has created talent that found a place, not just in the hospitality industry but several other sectors as well.Her story is about understanding that a career devoted to helping people achieve their potential can be rewarding fulfilling and drive up the standards in the industry | 46m 08s | ||||||
| 6/29/24 | ![]() Careers in maximizing people's potential - Aparna Chandrashekar - Episode 16 | Aparna Chandrashekar has trained tens of thousands of people for IT companies in India. It's a skill that came to the fore when newly minted Indian companies had to scale rapidly to meet the new opportunities that opened up in the early 2000's from US outsourcingHer linguistics abilities that served her well as a grammar teacher came handy for neutralizing regional accents and she found her purpose. She went on to manage client roles and responsibilities for revenue generation.And then, she found that being a coach and helping successive generations is what she enjoys the most.Listen to how a career defined by a trend created careers that changed the lives of thousands in India | 48m 52s | ||||||
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