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Episode Synopsis
#investing #trading
About Guest:
Prashant Desai, Senior Director at Everstone Capital, as he takes us through his remarkable lessons from business failures, insights on leadership, and personal growth. Prashant has played a pivotal role in scaling Everstone, a venture capital and private equity firm that excels in real estate, and climate impact.
Join us in an inspiring conversation with a visionary leader, he shares his unique perspective on creating sustainable businesses, team management, and balancing financial health with long-term impact.
Prashant’s passion goes beyond business. He is deeply invested in subjects like nutrition, fitness, sleep, and metabolic health. In this podcast, he sheds light on the habits and principles that have helped him build resilience, innovate through failures, and lead with purpose.
This podcast is a goldmine for aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals seeking inspiration to lead, innovate, and succeed. Don’t miss the actionable takeaways and personal anecdotes from Prashant’s journey.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 Teaser
00:01:38 What Are You Reading?
00:2:00 The Art of Interviewing
00:03:27 Educational background Cost Accountant & Charted Accountant
00:04:12 Profit and Loss vs. Balance Sheet | Understanding of Financial Statements
00:08:34 Return on Capital Employed (ROCE)
00:13:45 Building a Competitive Business
00:16:44 Creating a Strong Brand
00:20:28 Scaling a Business
00:22:25 Leadership and Decision Making
00:25:33 Learning from Industry Leaders
00:34:12 The Wisdom of Rakesh Jhunjhunwala
00:38:23 The Role of a Head of Research
00:41:38 Understanding Business Fundamentals
00:42:03 Evaluating Business Growth and Sustainability
00:42:58 The Importance of Management Quality
00:45:03 Investment Strategies and Operating Leverage
00:50:16 Trading vs. Investing
01:02:03 Health and Longevity Tips
01:11:23 Final Thoughts and Reflections
Credits:
Host: Shivank Joshi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivankjoshi-2001/
Thumbnail: YaaS
Video Editing: YaaS
Support: Zerodha ( https://zero1byzerodha.com/network )
Disclaimer:
The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the speaker and host are their own and do not represent those of the Exploring Minds platform. The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. All product and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners, and their use does not imply any endorsement or opposition.
#PrashantDesai #Everstone #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #ClimateImpact #BusinessGrowth #Fitness #MetabolicHealth #VentureCapital #WealthCreation #ExploringMinds #ShivankJoshi #Podcast
About Guest:
Prashant Desai, Senior Director at Everstone Capital, as he takes us through his remarkable lessons from business failures, insights on leadership, and personal growth. Prashant has played a pivotal role in scaling Everstone, a venture capital and private equity firm that excels in real estate, and climate impact.
Join us in an inspiring conversation with a visionary leader, he shares his unique perspective on creating sustainable businesses, team management, and balancing financial health with long-term impact.
Prashant’s passion goes beyond business. He is deeply invested in subjects like nutrition, fitness, sleep, and metabolic health. In this podcast, he sheds light on the habits and principles that have helped him build resilience, innovate through failures, and lead with purpose.
This podcast is a goldmine for aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals seeking inspiration to lead, innovate, and succeed. Don’t miss the actionable takeaways and personal anecdotes from Prashant’s journey.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 Teaser
00:01:38 What Are You Reading?
00:2:00 The Art of Interviewing
00:03:27 Educational background Cost Accountant & Charted Accountant
00:04:12 Profit and Loss vs. Balance Sheet | Understanding of Financial Statements
00:08:34 Return on Capital Employed (ROCE)
00:13:45 Building a Competitive Business
00:16:44 Creating a Strong Brand
00:20:28 Scaling a Business
00:22:25 Leadership and Decision Making
00:25:33 Learning from Industry Leaders
00:34:12 The Wisdom of Rakesh Jhunjhunwala
00:38:23 The Role of a Head of Research
00:41:38 Understanding Business Fundamentals
00:42:03 Evaluating Business Growth and Sustainability
00:42:58 The Importance of Management Quality
00:45:03 Investment Strategies and Operating Leverage
00:50:16 Trading vs. Investing
01:02:03 Health and Longevity Tips
01:11:23 Final Thoughts and Reflections
Credits:
Host: Shivank Joshi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivankjoshi-2001/
Thumbnail: YaaS
Video Editing: YaaS
Support: Zerodha ( https://zero1byzerodha.com/network )
Disclaimer:
The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the speaker and host are their own and do not represent those of the Exploring Minds platform. The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. All product and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners, and their use does not imply any endorsement or opposition.
#PrashantDesai #Everstone #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #ClimateImpact #BusinessGrowth #Fitness #MetabolicHealth #VentureCapital #WealthCreation #ExploringMinds #ShivankJoshi #Podcast
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