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Episode: Navigating Business, Emotions, and Deep Tech Innovation with Amit Gupta In this episode, we sit down with Amit Gupta, a seasoned entrepreneur and venture facilitator who's made waves across India, the US, and Europe. Buckle up for a candid conversation that dives deep into the emotional side of business success! Timestamps.. 00:00 Introduction to the Mixed Emotions Podcast 00:43 Amit Gupta - Factoryal 01:34 The Importance of Human Emotions in Business 05:52 Balancing Soft Skills and Hard Skills 09:48 The Role of Emotions in Business Transactions 14:14 Challenges and Resilience in Startups 19:38 Deep Tech and Innovation 22:20 The Ecosystem of Deep Tech in India 26:52 The Role of Collaboration in Deep Tech 31:26 The Journey of Startups 35:37 Timing and Experience in Entrepreneurship 41:27 Imposter Syndrome and Confidence 43:13 The Problem with Influencer Culture 43:43 The Illusion of Quick Fixes 45:59 The Importance of Authenticity 48:17 Balancing Emotions in Life and Business 52:53 Work-Life Harmony vs. Balance 57:36 The Role of Education and Cultural Evolution 01:04:59 The Concept of Luck and Consistency 01:06:47 Spirituality and Universal Energies 01:12:20 Approaching Venture Capitalists 01:16:09 The Purpose of Life 01:18:03 The Pursuit of Happiness 🔥 Episode Highlights: - The secret sauce of building genuine connections in business - Emotional rollercoaster: Amit's journey through startup culture - Cracking the code of venture capital - tips straight from the expert - India's evolving deep tech landscape - where are we headed? - The real deal on work-life harmony (forget about "balance"!) - Debunking the influencer economy myth - Luck vs. Hard Work: What really drives success? 🤔 We also get philosophical, exploring: - The true meaning of happiness in business and life - Why your legacy matters more than you think - Finding purpose beyond the paycheck Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a seasoned business pro, or just curious about the intersection of emotions and success, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell! 🔔 Share your thoughts in the comments - I'd love to hear what resonated with you. #MixedEmotionsPodcast #EntrepreneurshipJourney #DeepTechInnovation #StartupLife #venturecapital If you have any queries / feedback for these episodes kindly fill up the form on this link: https://forms.gle/j1N68E2exepkLqvPA