In CIRCLE | EP 02, we dive into the world of leaders navigating and furthering family built enterprises - how they navigate resources , fundraise, and drive innovation.

This episode offers invaluable insights into continuing family businesses, and overcoming challenges unique to women leaders.

Hosted by:

Gayatri Rangachari Shah– Journalist, Editor & Author: GRS Consultants

Jaya Mehrotra – Leadership Coach & Founder of WLC

Featuring Guests :

Purvi Sheth: CEO- Shilputsi Consultants & Advisory board member, WLC

Aditi Kothari Desai: Vice Chairperson, DSP Asset Managers

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Chapters:

0:00 - Start of the podcast

0:17 - Introduction to women and investment challenges.

1:42 - Introductions and objectives of the podcast.

2:18 - Goals of the podcast to inspire future generations of women.

3:21 - Introduction of Purvi & Aditi, their professional background, and multiple roles.

4:36 - Purvi describes her identity and entrepreneurial journey & work across boards and passion for leadership.

5:51 - Aditi shares her family legacy and her role in the family business.

6:35 - Purvi talks about her involvement in wildlife conservation and philanthropy.

6:58 - Icebreaker question on fulfilling leadership moments.

7:20 - Purvi shares leadership program initiatives during COVID-19.

8:51 - Corporate and philanthropic initiatives for Diwali and Christmas.

9:32 - Aditi discusses launching her FinTech business and its challenges.

10:24 - Aditi reflects on personal growth through her sister's family.

10:42 - Importance of building ecosystems and mentorship through WLC.

12:06 - Discussion on women's workforce participation and challenges.

13:01 - Aditi and Purvi's alignment with their family businesses.

13:24 - Purvi discusses challenges in aligning personal purpose with business.

14:34 - Aditi shares her father's legacy in investment banking and personal learning.

15:59 - Story about Aditi learning finance concepts from a comic book.

16:01 - Aditi’s experience transitioning into asset management and banking.

16:43 - Aditi reflects on her time in the US and the challenges faced in her career.

17:45 - Aditi's take on investment management versus banking.

19:20 - Reflecting on mentorship, loneliness, and leadership roles.

20:18 - Women navigating their careers and balancing authenticity.

21:10 - Expectations and the mindset required to succeed in legacy businesses.

24:05 - Importance of authenticity and grit in leadership.

25:46 - Creative aspirations of Aditi and Purvi beyond their businesses.

26:11 - Aditi and Purvi’s passion for Indian crafts and cultural preservation.

29:15 - Gayatri's love for books, yoga, and creative pursuits outside work.

30:07 - Discussion on the role of passion and purpose in life.

31:21 - Parental influence on women's independence and financial literacy.

35:20 - Empowering your daughters through Financial literacy

36:22 - Authenticity in leadership and overcoming societal conditioning.

38:00 - Importance of unlearning and embracing one's authentic self.

41:14 - Insights into balancing personal and professional life for women.

44:36 - Aditi and Purvi share their unlearning journeys.

45:08 - Leave your Amazon at Work

48:47 - Purvi's FinTech initiatives and digital product development.

56:40 - Leveraging technology for scaling businesses and learning programs.

1:00:47 - Aditi's insights on women and investment decision-making.

1:04:09 - Challenges women face in raising capital and scaling businesses.

1:08:33 - Overcoming fears and scaling businesses as women leaders.

1:09:57 - Concluding discussions on authenticity and purpose-driven careers.

1:11:27 - Final reflections, podcasts recommendations, and ending remarks.