Thriving in the Age of Disruption
Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra reveals all of her business and personal growth strategies, explores the entrepreneurial and crisis-ready mindset and shares innovation tips and tricks so you can survive and thrive in today’s age of disruption. You too can have the essential skills, freedom and time to do what you love, whether it's starting your own business, driving the family business, building a social enterprise or working for others in a small local business to leading large multinational corporations. Dr. Ramesh is a well-sought after coach. She generously shares business and life lessons and her extensive network of fellow entrepreneurs, social and corporate leaders, academics and inspiring women in Asia. Together you’ll explore topics ranging from an entrepreneurial mindset, communication, collaborative management, crisis resilience, family businesses, women in leadership to spirituality and living a simple life in today’s age.Fundamentally, it’s about shifting from performing at an individual level to engaging at a collective level, to discover how you can create value for yourself as an individual, in your family, business and community groups and expand that toward making a larger, lasting impact universally. Dr. Ramesh has founded and run multiple businesses in the Asia Pacific region and has successfully raised millions in venture funds. She is recognised by “Asiaweek” as one of Asia’s most influential women, featured as one of the emerging breed of entrepreneurs in Singapore (Singapore Saavy – 50 Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow) and is also named a notable woman barrier breaker in the book Barrier Breakers – Women in Singapore, by Ms. Shelley Siu. She is also an author, ICF Professional Certified Coach for business executives and currently runs Talent Leadership Crucible, an Asia-centric consulting firm specialising in corporate culture change with programmes on entrepreneurial acumen, leadership mindset, and holistic thinking. Dr. Ramesh is a Singaporean, born in Colombo and educated in Singapore, Australia and the US. She currently lives in Singapore with her daughter. Dec 24, 2021Useful Links: Entrepreneurial Qualifications Quiz https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/Entrepreneurial-Qualifications-Quiz
Thriving in the Age of Disruption
Season 4 - Episode 10 | From Paper Routes to Power Bikes: An Intrapreneurial Journey with David Archibald (Viet Nam)
In this moving and candid episode, David Archibald shares his extraordinary journey from a 10 years old paperboy in the U.S. to the head of a thriving motorcycle import business in Vietnam.
With a strong work ethic from an early age, David made a life - altering decision to care for his late wife, a path that ultimately led him to Vietnam. Through personal loss and professional challenges, he exemplifies the mindset of an intrapreneur - working as if the business were his own, while inspiring his team to build personal brands and take full ownership of their roles.
Through David’s powerful and heartfelt reflections, we’ll explore key themes such as: cross - cultural leadership, managing uncertainty, building exceptional customer experiences, and why resilience starts with learning to handle rejection.
Together with Dr. Ramesh, let’s explore how David’s insights open up a compelling perspective on living with purpose and gratitude.
🔑 Key Themes Explored:
1. Intrapreneurial mindset and ownership culture
David leads a Dubai-backed venture in Vietnam with the mindset of an owner. He treats every challenge as if the business were his own, instilling the same accountability in his team.
2. Resilience through rejection and reflection
From cold calls to cold shoulders at roller discos, David’s view of rejection as a learning tool has shaped his approach to sales, leadership, and parenting.
3. Navigating cultural nuances in emerging markets
David shares lessons from building nine dealerships in Vietnam, emphasizing customer experience, peer support, and understanding local workplace norms like the 13th-month salary.
4. Legacy, leadership, and personal branding
Inspired by the idea of leaving behind wisdom for his children and employees, David started his podcast. His goal? Walk the talk of visibility, leadership, and lifelong learning.
5. Spirituality and living a simple life
David believes in gratitude as a daily spiritual practice. His turning point came in Rome, realizing that life is fleeting and impact matters more than possessions.
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Author, Podcast Host, Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible & Founder of Impact Velocity
Guest Speaker: David Archibald – General Manager, Al Naboodah International Vietnam; Host of Unlock Potential with David Archibald.
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Thriving in the Age of Disruption with Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra
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Thriving in the Age of Disruption with Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra
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