OCTOBER 2025 - Special (12th Edition)
Business Podcast
Special Feature: Our First Step -
Beyond Boardrooms with Smita Shetty
As we celebrate our 12th edition, we pause to revisit where it all began — our very first podcast episode that marked the birth of the EI Outlook Business Series.
"Beyond Boardrooms with Smita Shetty"—isn’t just a podcast; it’s a reflection of our purpose — to bring real conversations, raw insights, and inspiring journeys straight from the changemakers shaping India’s business landscape.
Our inaugural episode features Mr. Avnish Anand, Co-founder of CaratLane, as he shares his journey of building a beloved brand, navigating challenges, and scaling with purpose
This series is for anyone seeking clarity, inspiration, and real-world strategies straight from the source.
👉 Subscribe for monthly episodes, founder playbooks, and inspiration that goes far… beyond boardrooms.
Varun Goel
Podcast
A reputed Fund Manager at Mirae Asset Mutual Fund, recently featured in an insightful conversation with Pankaj Mathpal on decoding opportunities and risks in Small Cap Funds.
Varun shared his views on market outlook, quality evaluation, governance, and portfolio diversification, along with valuable advice for retail investors.
With over two decades of experience in equity research and fund management, Varun’s perspective bridges market understanding with long-term wealth creation.
Harinath Babu
Podcast
General Manager – Strategy at Reliance Retail, recently featured in Pivot in Progress, hosted by Arjun Prakash. Alongside Jay Amin (Fractal),
Harinath shared practical insights on landing and excelling in Strategy & Operations roles at top companies.
Drawing from years of leadership experience, he offered actionable advice on building impact-driven careers in high-growth organizations.
Nirmit Parekh
CEO of 3P Consultants, specializes in CXO-level executive search. With 25+ years of experience, he co-founded the Executive Recruiters Association and served as Chairman of Penrhyn International, shaping global leadership hiring strategies.
Sivaraman Swaminathan (Swami)
Co-founder and partner of the ContraMinds Podcast, where he hosts a leading business podcast and oversees ventures like ContraMinds Labs, Ventures (startup advisory), and ContraMinds Foundry leadership development).
Dr. Mandeep Maitra
A Global HR leader, Independent Director and leadership coach, expanded HDFC Bank from 1,500 to 80,000+ employees. Founder of Women in Power (WiP), she empowers 400+ women entrepreneurs and leaders, now leading M-Suite Consulting for leadership transformation.
October 2025 - Special (12th Edition)
Editor’s Note – 12th Edition |
The Circle Comes Full
Dear Gentle Readers,
This is our 12th episode of EI Outlook — a moment of reflection and pride.
Around this time last year, an idea quietly took root — to bring our society closer, to know each other beyond passing smiles, and to build something meaningful together. Today, a year later, that seed has grown into a thriving ecosystem of writers, readers, thinkers, and dreamers.
This special edition is a bridge between nostalgia and new beginnings. We’ve revisited some of our earliest, most-loved stories — pieces that shaped the voice of EI Outlook — and blended them with fresh narratives that point to where we’re headed next.
As a proud moment, we are reposting our very first Business Podcast, the one that started it all — Beyond Boardrooms with Smita Shetty, featuring Mr. Avnish Anand, Co-founder of CaratLane. What began as one interview soon grew into a powerful platform, led by Smita’s curiosity, courage, and grace.
October also brings refreshing perspectives:
This edition, we’ve published two podcasts, society professionals from finance and strategy, and launched new article series on career coaching, market insights, and women’s wellness. This month, we also explore the glittering world of gold and silver, a fascinating piece linking Durga Puja with women’s health, and timeless articles that deserve to be rediscovered — because their essence still speaks to us today.
We also proudly welcome a new voice — Vikas Miglani, a multitalented finance professional, fiction writer, and poet — whose blend of intellect and creativity embodies the spirit of this magazine.
Our September Edition was a landmark success!
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🥇 Nutty Buddies: How It All Began by Raghav & Kabir (5.5 yrs) became the most popular and appreciated story since inception — a true testament to young imagination and courage.
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💬 Stop Empowering Women. Start Retraining Men by Dilpreeta Vasudeva ignited meaningful discussions and received the highest views, likes, and comments, proving that powerful thoughts spark change.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this journey special — Shalini, for your constant support and belief; Smita Shetty, for turning conversations into legacies; and to all our friends and readers, who never stopped believing, encouraging, and contributing. You made EI Outlook what it is today.
What’s Next?
As we step into a new chapter, EI Outlook 2.0 will debut in November 2025 — with a fresh look, new features, and a more seamless, immersive experience.
Stay tuned. Bless us for another year of stories worth telling and dreams worth building.
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Let’s continue to read, write, share, and grow together.
Warm regards,
