Building a Successful Career | Career Planning | Employer Expectations | Ft. Abhishek Srivastava | Business Analysis In today's episode, I'm thrilled to have Abhishek Srivastava, Chief Mentor & CEO of Techcanvass, a leading IT certification training company for professionals. With over three decades of experience in Program Management, Practice Development, and Business Analysis, Abhishek brings invaluable insights into building a successful career. Currently, at the helm of his third entrepreneurial venture, he is dedicated to helping professionals develop sustainable and fulfilling careers. His expertise spans large-scale projects in the Banking, Insurance, and Energy sectors, and he actively advises startups on creating customer-centric foundations for growth. In this podcast, we dive into critical topics for career success, touching on the importance of upskilling, mentorship, and navigating the ever-evolving job market. Topics Discussed: - Abhishek’s journey from a Business Analyst to CEO of Techcanvass - The key criteria that define a successful career in today’s world - Common mistakes professionals make in their careers & how to avoid - The role of continuous learning and upskilling in career growth - How to align career goals with personal values and passions - Future-proofing careers in a rapidly changing job market - The most critical skills IT professionals need beyond technical expertise - Hot career areas for fresh graduates - The impact of certifications, hands-on experience, and self-learning on career development - The role of mentorship in upskilling and professional growth - The influence of AI on the job market and how to stay AI-ready - Top career advice for IT industry aspirants 🔗 Check out the links to some of Abhishek's best-selling books below!: How to Become a Business Analyst: With Business Analysis Basics Tutorial Kindle Edition: https://amzn.to/3ZHfui3 ERP to E2RP: A Case Study Approach: https://amzn.to/3TJSmeI Business Analyst Interview Questions and Answers: https://amzn.to/4eGXYi1 BABOK V3 Revision Guide: https://amzn.to/4gF9X1r UML Modelling for Business Analysts: https://amzn.to/3TLpKBS ========================= Buy My book "The Real Captain" on Business Analysis from Amazon (India): https://amzn.to/3XcDVSx Connect with me| Book My time | Buy My eBooks: https://linktr.ee/jayakishorbayadi Buy my book Globally: https://linktr.ee/jayakishorbayadi I am using this wireless Mic (It's decent. Great for its Price!): https://amzn.to/4fD0Uh1 For My podcast, I also use Focusrite Scarlett Studio Mic (Good for Songs, Music recording etc.): https://amzn.to/4fE56Nw Decent Budget Microphone that performs well. I have been using this for at least for past 2+ years: https://amzn.to/4djLj4b ========================= MY Podcast & Video Links: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/career-explore-with-jayakishor-bayadi/id1756229409 Amazon: https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/dcc1b3e6-8dad-4a3a-ba1c-cd5af763fe29/career-explore-with-jayakishor-bayadi Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5zsI75A1FZj1QbEZtAgms4 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jayakishorbayadi YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb1_5_M5plLsqLln2Y1TJsVNyNgzB_enm Youtube: www.youtube.com/jayakishorbayadi #businessanalysis #SCRUM #Safeagile #agile #projectmanagement #careerexplore #careerguidence #presales #dynamics365 #powerplatform #consulting #book #author #courses #product #productmanagement ===================== Follow me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayakishorbayadi/ My Blogs on Medium: https://medium.com/@jayakishorebayadi1 ============= Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not reflect the views of their respective organizations. The topics, content, and opinions discussed are purely the personal views of the participants.

Don't be just a requirements gatherer! To be a Product manager, it requires a specialized skill. What is it?

How you can build a product that actually the market wants? How to find the real needs of the customer?

How you can create disruption? Innovation?

Really interesting topics. Do listen to this episode.

In this episode of "Career Explore," we are joined by Deepak Deolalikar, a seasoned expert in Enterprise B2B Product Management with over 14 years of experience. Deepak has worked with startups, scale-ups, and Big 5 consulting firms, and most recently served as VP/GM at Brightedge. He also advises startups at Berkeley Skydeck and teaches product management courses at UC Berkeley and the Institute of Product Leadership.

Join us as we dive deep into the world of Product Management, discussing key topics that every Product Manager and Business Analyst should know.

Topics Discussed in this informative Podcast episode:

- Deepak’s journey into Product Management and what drives his passion for it

- Identifying customer pain points to guide product vision

- Essential elements of a successful product strategy and road mapping

- Navigating pivots and finding product-market fit

- Analyzing the competitive landscape to shape product vision

- Balancing innovation with market demand

- The impact of customer validation on product development

- Best practices for managing stakeholders in fast-paced environments

- Future trends in Product Management and how to prepare for them

- Addressing skill gaps in new Product Managers and upskilling for the AI era

- Deepak’s top advice for aspiring Product Managers

If you’re passionate about Product Management or looking to refine your skills, this episode is packed with insights and actionable advice.

Do visit Deepak's Website & Subscribe to his Newsletter. I would say, Deepak's blog is amazingly written: https://www.businessofproducts.com

#ProductManagement #CareerExplore #ProductMarketFit #Innovation #CustomerValidation #StakeholderManagement #AIinProductManagement #TechCareers #DeepakDeolalikar #B2BProductManagement #TechLeadership #ProductStrategy #Roadmapping #ProductVision #CompetitiveAnalysis #TeamBuilding #StartupAdvice #ScalingTeams #FutureOfProductManagement #UCberkeley #ProductManagementTrends #EnterpriseTech #PMCareerTips #ProductManagerSkills #MarketingAutomation #GlobalProductManagement #ProductDevelopment #MarketResearch #TechPodcast #CareerGrowth

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Great Startup & Product building related Books that you can buy:

The Four Steps to the Epiphany: Successful Strategies for Startups That Win: https://amzn.to/4dLMp96

Reinventing the Product: How to Transform your Business and Create Value in the Digital Age: https://amzn.to/3yYrQHA

Product-Led Growth by Bush Wes: https://amzn.to/3XoXWW8

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Cybersecurity is a vast field. There are opportunities for everyone!

Ability to identify and solve the problem - Problem-solving ability is very important to be a CYbersecurity professional

One of the hottest fields in IT now is Cybersecurity!

Really interesting topics. Do listen to this episode.

In this episode of "Career Explore," we're excited to have Nishant Krishna, Co-founder and CTO of Viziminds Technologies, a startup specializing in Cybersecurity & Cyber Forensics. With over 23 years of experience in Cybersecurity, Data Protection & Compliance, Machine Learning, and IoT, Nishant brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. He's also an accomplished author and inventor, with a Master's in Software Engineering from BITS Pilani and numerous patents to his name.

Join us as we delve into cybersecurity trends, career opportunities, and insights from Nishant's journey, including a discussion about his book, "Python for Cybersecurity Cookbook," and his work at Viziminds Technologies.

Topics Discussed:

- Nishant’s journey into cybersecurity and his diverse roles in IT

- The challenges and rewards of founding a cybersecurity startup

- A day in the life of a cybersecurity consultant

- Why cybersecurity is critical in today’s digital world

- Steps to becoming a cybersecurity consultant and necessary skills

- Typical challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals

- Career paths and future job opportunities in cybersecurity

- The impact of AI and automation on cybersecurity roles

- Certifications recommended for a career in cybersecurity

- Latest trends and emerging threats in the cybersecurity landscape

- Overview of Nishant’s book, "Python for Cybersecurity Cookbook"

- Tips on maintaining work-life balance and staying updated with industry trends

Whether you're an aspiring cybersecurity consultant or an experienced professional looking to stay ahead, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.

#Cybersecurity #CareerExplore #CyberForensics #DataProtection #MachineLearning #IoT #TechCareers #PythonForCybersecurity #CybersecurityConsultant #AIinCybersecurity #CybersecurityTrends #CybersecurityJobs #ITCareers #TechLeadership #NishantKrishna #CybersecuritySkills #CybersecurityCertification #CareerOpportunities #StartupSuccess #DigitalSecurity

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Connect with me| Book My time | Buy My eBooks: https://linktr.ee/jayakishorbayadi

Buy my book Globally: https://linktr.ee/jayakishorbayadi

I am using this wireless Mic (It's decent. Great for its Price!): https://amzn.to/4fD0Uh1

For My podcast, I also use Focusrite Scarlett Studio Mic (Good for Songs, Music recording etc.): https://amzn.to/4fE56Nw

Decent Budget Microphone that performs well. I have been using this for at least for past 2+ years: https://amzn.to/4djLj4b

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Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/career-explore-with-jayakishor-bayadi/id1756229409

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