In this episode 12 of the 2nd Innings podcast, hosts Atul S Nath and Suman Ghose engage in a deep conversation with guests Rahul Singh and Ella Garg about their unique journeys of career transitions.

Rahul and Ella have diametrically opposite transition stories - Rahul went from being a 25-year Entrepreneurial success to a corporate career! While Ella went from a 2-decade career at Airtel to starting her dream café and studio store.

They explore themes of personal growth, the impact of COVID, and the emotional aspects of leaving corporate life to pursue entrepreneurship. Both guests share their stories of resilience, the importance of gratitude, and the lessons learned along the way, providing valuable insights for anyone considering a similar path.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Second Innings Podcast

01:13 Meet the Guests: Ella Garg and Rahul Singh

02:53 Rahul Singh's Early Life and Career

09:41 Ella Garg's Upbringing and Career Journey

13:55 Ella's Transition from Corporate to Entrepreneurship

18:18 Rahul's Shift from Entrepreneurship to Corporate Role

22:08 The Impact of COVID on Career Transitions

28:36 Opportunities and Challenges in New Roles

33:15 Navigating Corporate Challenges

34:29 The Journey of Entrepreneurship

35:59 Taking the Leap: Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship

38:00 Emotional Landscape of Starting Anew

40:52 Financial Management in Entrepreneurship

43:31 Creating a Dream: The Yellow Marigold Experience

45:43 The Importance of Gratitude in Life

51:55 Support Systems: Family and Transition

57:57 Reflections on the Journey: What Would You Do Differently?

01:01:47 Future Aspirations: Vision for Growth

01:05:18 Life Lessons: The Importance of Resilience and Optimism

01:12:05 Dream Big: The Power of Ambition and Action