In this episode of "Career Explore" podcast, we have Girish Ramachandra on our show. Girish has been an entrepreneur for most of his career, carrying a wealth of experience in various areas such as outsourcing, management, consulting, delivery, strategic advisory, FinTech, leadership, and more within the Information Technology domain. With over 25 years of experience as an entrepreneur and advisor, Girish has collaborated with numerous technology companies to elevate them to new heights.

In this episode, we converse about the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship. Girish shares his journey, insights, and the essential skills needed to thrive as an entrepreneur.

### Topics Discussed:

1. Girish's entrepreneurial journey and key learnings.

2. How Girish became an entrepreneur.

3. Preparedness required for starting a venture.

4. Essential soft skills and mindsets for entrepreneurs.

5. Thoughts on starting ventures without prior work experience.

6. Risk management strategies for entrepreneurs.

7. Overcoming major setbacks and failures.

8. Transitioning back to a corporate job after a failed venture.

9. Daily challenges faced by entrepreneurs vs. corporate employees.

10. Impact of AI on entrepreneurship and the workforce.

11. Top areas to explore for aspiring entrepreneurs.

12. Current funding scenarios and approaching venture capitalists.

13. Maintaining work-life balance as an entrepreneur.

14. Staying inspired and creative in a demanding environment.

15. Girish's top advice for new-generation entrepreneurs.

Thanks so much, Girish, for taking the time to be part of this podcast and share your experiences.

Tune in to get inspired and learn from Girish's wealth of experience!

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