In this episode 12 of the 2nd Innings podcast, hosts Atul S Nath and Suman Ghose engage in a deep conversation with guests Rahul Singh and Ella Garg about their unique journeys of career transitions.
Rahul and Ella have diametrically opposite transition stories - Rahul went from being a 25-year Entrepreneurial success to a corporate career! While Ella went from a 2-decade career at Airtel to starting her dream café and studio store.
They explore themes of personal growth, the impact of COVID-19, and the emotional aspects of leaving corporate life to pursue entrepreneurship. Both guests share their stories of resilience, the importance of gratitude, and the lessons learned along the way, providing valuable insights for anyone considering a similar path.
Chapters
00:00:00 Introduction to Second Innings Podcast
00:01:13 Meet the Guests: Ella Garg and Rahul Singh
00:02:53 Rahul Singh's Early Life and Career
00:09:41 Ella Garg's Upbringing and Career Journey
00:13:55 Ella's Transition from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
00:18:18 Rahul's Shift from Entrepreneurship to Corporate Role
00:22:08 The Impact of COVID on Career Transitions
00:28:36 Opportunities and Challenges in New Roles
00:33:15 Navigating Corporate Challenges
00:34:29 The Journey of Entrepreneurship
00:35:59 Taking the Leap: Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
00:38:00 Emotional Landscape of Starting Anew
00:40:52 Financial Management in Entrepreneurship
00:43:31 Creating a Dream: The Yellow Marigold Experience
00:45:43 The Importance of Gratitude in Life
00:51:55 Support Systems: Family and Transition
00:57:57 Reflections on the Journey: What Would You Do Differently?
01:01:47 Future Aspirations: Vision for Growth
01:05:18 Life Lessons: The Importance of Resilience and Optimism
01:12:05 Dream Big: The Power of Ambition and Action