Send us a text She is called “The Asian Oprah,” and her mission is simple — to make happiness your habit. Dr. Marissa Pei is an award-winning TV & radio host, psychologist, and best-selling author who has turned life’s toughest moments into a movement for joy. From Hollywood red carpets to global stages, she’s been spreading her signature message: Don’t die wondering — start living with purpose. In this cinematic episode of The Corporate Life, we talk about: 💫 How to turn heartbre...

Send us a text She broke Steve Jobs’ record at Apple — doubling sales for an entire Apple channel in one year without increasing the marketing budget by a single dollar. Then she scaled a bootstrapped startup to $108 million — with zero paid ads. Meet Adi Soozin — global marketing strategist, investor, and author of Tools of Marketing Titans. From building campaigns for Porsche, Disney, Whole Foods, and Apple, to teaching founders how to grow fast without relying on ad spend, Adi’s story is...

Send us a text Some stories rise from privilege. Others, from perfect timing. But then there are stories like Shelley’s — born from the ashes of burnout and built on the courage to begin again. A decade ago, she was a single mum, exhausted and uncertain, trying to find her way back to herself. Today, she’s the Co-Founder & CEO of SQR, a tech company making the digital world safer through intelligent identity infrastructure. From performing arts to technology, from rock bottom ...

Send us a text What happens when the spotlight fades, the stage goes silent, and you're forced to rebuild… not just your career, but your identity? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Suzanne Castle—former Broadway dancer turned Stevie award-winning coach, keynote speaker, and unapologetic Shepreneur Strategist. After a devastating fall and a chapter of deep personal trauma, Suzanne didn’t just bounce back—she rewired her brain, redefined her purpose, and rose to help women across...

Send us a text What if business wasn’t about hustling harder — but about working in rhythm with your body, your energy, and your truth? In this powerful episode of The Corporate Life Podcast – Billion Dollar Conversations, I sit down with Nirupama Vyas — Ex-Cop, Founder of FemmeForward Consulting, TEDx Speaker, and what I call an Iron Lady of Feminine Flow. We dive into her extraordinary journey from law enforcement to leadership coaching, and why she believes women entrepreneurs are most pow...

Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Reema Mahajan, founder of Indian Women in Dubai (IWD) — one of the UAE’s most powerful purpose-driven and the biggest communities. As two Indian women living in Dubai, we had a deeply resonant conversation about cultural burdens, invisible rules, and the barriers that have shaped our identities — and how women like us are now breaking them to create freedom, visibility, and impact. In this powerful conversation, we dive into: How Reema ...

Send us a text We don’t just run our businesses with strategy. We run them with the invisible scripts we absorbed in childhood. In this deeply personal solo episode, I share how my own upbringing — with a mother who valued safety above expression, and a father who struggled with money — created wounds that shaped the way I built my business. These wounds aren’t just memories. They become the patterns we unconsciously carry into entrepreneurship: Chasing clients the way we once chased love.Shr...

Send us a text Some people command a room without saying a word. They’re not loud. They’re not flashy. But somehow… all eyes go to them. What if that kind of presence wasn’t just a lucky trait—but a learnable skill? In this unforgettable episode, I sit down with Richard Reid — behavioural psychologist, charisma coach, and author of Charisma Unlocked — to explore the psychology behind magnetic presence, quiet influence, and authentic confidence. We unpack: Why charisma is not about charm or pe...

Send us a text What does it really take to turn a spark of an idea into a thriving, self-sustaining enterprise? In this episode, Pat Alacqua — seasoned entrepreneur, business growth strategist, and author of Obstacles to Opportunity — joins me to break down the entire journey from day-one concept to industry-leading enterprise. We go beyond the surface-level advice and dive into: The biggest mindset shift every founder must make to scale successfullyWhy your greatest strengths can become your...

Send us a text In this powerful episode, I sit down with Natalie Glebova — Miss Universe 2005 — and the author of 'Temple Of Love' to uncover the real story behind the crown. From arriving in Canada as a shy Russian immigrant at the age of 13 to standing center stage in Thailand as the most beautiful woman in the world, Natalie’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. But what happens after the crown? We talk about what followed, her spiritual awakening in Thailand, the pressure of ...

Send us a text He created Baileys, Malibu, and Johnny Walker Blue Label — and still got fired. In this unforgettable conversation, I sit down with James Espey, the legendary brand builder who helped turn simple ideas into global liquor empires. From launching the #1 liqueur in the world to boldly betting $100 million on a vision no one else believed in — James shares the real behind-the-scenes of how these iconic brands came to life. We talk about: Why Chivas Regal 18 was launched as a direct...

Send us a text What if stress isn’t some invisible force attacking you… but a pattern your body learned when you were still too young to name it? A response to chaos. A way to survive. A signal that said: “Be perfect, or you won’t be loved.” In this cinematic and soul-deep conversation, I sit down with Dr. Gary Sprouse — a retired physician with 40 years of experience, a healing heart, and a truth-telling voice that cuts through the noise. We unravel: The misunderstood roots of st...

Send us a text There’s something powerful about the way some people think. Not louder. Not faster. But differently. Jonathan MacDonald is one of those people. He is the Chief Executive Officer at Potency-world, and also the co-founder of social me too. In this episode, we go into the inner world of a dyslexic thinker, quiet disruptor, and deeply reflective man. We explore the dysfunction he turned into genius, and what success means when no one’s watching. CONNECT WITH JONATHAN MACDONA...

Send us a text He didn’t chase fame. He didn’t build billion-dollar empires. But he lived with depth, truth, and wisdom that most people miss in their high-speed lives. At 70, he’s reflecting on love, loss, war, peace, poetry, and everything in between. This isn’t a rags-to-riches story. It’s about the richness that comes from simply living — fully, deeply, honestly. In this episode, I sit down with the author of My Wisdom Breathes to talk about his journey as the quiet hero of his own life.&...

Send us a text Actor. Model. Storyteller. Dreamer. In this deeply personal, no-fluff conversation, Maradona Rebello opens up like never before — sharing his journey from a middle-class 17-year-old in Mumbai to international runways, facing the camera, and now setting his sights on the Oscars. This episode is a raw, cinematic unfolding of identity, ambition, self-doubt, and artistic evolution. We talk about: 🔹 The ugly side of fame that nobody talks about 🔹 How he navigated the industry withou...

Send us a text What are the biggest tech trends shaping 2025? AI, cloud computing, hybrid AWS, edge computing, low-code/no-code, and quantum computing are revolutionizing business and startups alike. In this episode, I sit down with Joern Menninger, host of Startuprad.io, one of Europe’s top startup podcasts, to discuss how small tech businesses can leverage these trends to scale. We also break down key regulations like the AI Act and DORA, plus a hilarious take on ‘Tech Gon...

Send us a text Welcome back to The Corporate Life Podcast—and wow, it’s been a while! If you’ve been wondering where the podcast disappeared to, we took a short break through December and January. A lot has been happening behind the scenes, and I’m excited to be back with fresh episodes, valuable insights, and incredible guests this year. Today’s episode is a little different! I was recently invited to speak on Potency.world, where I had an incredible conversation with my friend Jonathan Macd...

In this Episode, we’re focusing on a small but ambitious IT company trying to crack the code to better marketing and get more clients.And I am extremely excited for today’s episode. You know why?Because I have with me the very amazing Allan Dib, the author of the international bestselling book The One Page Marketing Plan.About a month ago, I found and read this book, and I fell in love with Allan’s simple and direct approach to marketing for small and mid-level businesses.And yes! In this one...

You and I know that acquiring a new client can be five to ten times more expensive than retaining an existing one. In this episode, we’re going to look at how data can transform customer relationships and build long-term customer loyalty.To bring this topic to life, we’ll follow the story of John, a CEO of a small IT company that’s struggling with client retention. Despite great initial engagements, John finds that many clients don’t return after their first project. He’s eager...

We can build, but we can't scale our business to great heights without a team that’s smart, intelligent, and aligned with our vision and goals. And in a time when it feels like keeping good people is harder than ever, alignment is everything.We’ve all seen it on LinkedIn—leaders often painted as villains and employees as the victims. But what if we could change that story?Today, we’re diving into the journey of Sara, an HR director at a fast-scaling startup. She’s tackling some real challenge...