Genz Launch

This week, I talked to Jen Lee, founder of the discord community, Means of Creation and she is working with Justin Kan, the founder of Twitch on growing his social media platforms. Hope you enjoyed the episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Ah where do I even start! Dival is the founder of startup called Vuecason. He dropped out of university to build metal printers and make it easier for people to manufacture products. In the software world it's very easy to build and launch quickly but in hardware not so much. Dival hopes to change that with Vuecason. We get into his journey as a founder, the hardest parts and what's next for his company. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Jayraj talks on life after putting airracks face on a billboard, learning as a content creator on youtube and taking the unconventional route even when the people around you might not support it. He. discusses his big move to Mumbai and what it's like to constantly live with uncertainity. You definetely need to check out Jayraj's youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ZDaa32dh6r50ZdycvQskA or type in Jayraj gill into youtube. Also if you enjoyed the episode be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

As the author of "Making Moonshots" Rahul Rana touches on deeptech, venture capital and doing big things as a college student. He also dives into the process of writing book, how to find a mentor, and how to get in touch with busy people like billionaires. If you enjoyed make sure to check out Rahul on Twitter @rrana03_ and buy his book which will publish this December! Feel free to leave a review and rate the podcast in apple podcasts as well. "I'm nothing special, hardworking, but no more hardworking then the next person, I'm just lucky enough to have found my passion" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

20 years ago Pinki Gosal and her sisters started the brand Vasanti Cosmetics trying to create products for deeper complexions. Today, her brand stands as a symbol of inclusivity in retail stores across Canada and America. It was an absolute honor getting to know Pinki and her journey. Check out Vasanti Cosmetics https://vasanticosmetics.com/ and make sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts if you enjoyed. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

A junior at Georgetown who is trying prove that jokes may be what differentiates the next Mark Cuban from any other ordinary individual. If you were intrigued in anyway by Zev make sure to check out www.zevburton.com and get his book which is supposed to come out in April 2021. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

As a social media blogger, and Manager at a Big Four Accouting firm Dhara talks about what its like to work two full-time jobs! She discussed finding motivation and starting her fitness journey all while creating content for her followers. Follow her on IG @dharasworld and follow me @vatsalacreates. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

As a real-estate agent and freshman in college Saul Rahimian talks on grinding hard and shifting your focus to the future. He even gives us a day in the life where he talks about how he starts his day at 4:30 in the morning and ends his day around 10 with hours of homework and house showings packed throughout the day. Being only 19, he is such an inspiration and I think we can all learn something from him. If you enjoyed this one you should follow him on instagram @saul_rahimian. Also, if your enjoying the podcast episodes make sure to rate and leave a review. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

"A Small Company With A Big Heart Becomes A Top 5 Brand Virtually Overnight" - Forbes. As ceo and co-founder of this small company, Soapbox, David Simnick talks about what's it like to start a business and how important it is to stay authentic to who you are as a brand. If you enjoyed this one, you will want to follow @davidsimnick on instagram as well as his company @soapbox. Make sure to rate and review the podcast if you enjoyed or got anything from it. -- Love, Vatsala --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

As co-founder of the media company Brit + Co, Anjelika has plenty to share on entrepreneurship and navigating that as a women of color. She talks about starting her company with no idea what would come of it, and how it has really taken off after years of hard work. She even dishes on how to take the path of entrepreneurship yourself, whether you have an idea or not. If your enjoyed this episode check out Brit + Co's self made course on https://tryselfmade.com/ and make sure to follow Anjelika on instagram @anjelikatemple. Hope you loved this one as much as I did, if you did be sure to leave a review and rate the podcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

As an instagram blogger, full-time student, and full-time banker Azka mistry gives her take on hustling as a women of color. She talks about how to love yourself, create a positive mindset, and truly "glow up." If your looking for inspiration to pursue what you love and get into the hustler mindset then this one is for you. If you like this podcast you will love @azkaay on instagram, so go check her out. Also, if you enjoyed the podcast be sure to rate it and leave a reveiw. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Meet Aneesha, the host of the mw podcast, a community which works to uplift south asian women and show them they are capable of anything. She discusses her journey in starting the podcast and how one of her biggest motivations was creating something that her younger self would have wanted. We discuss racism, growing up in America as someone of color and so much more. If you enjoyed make sure to rate and review the podcast and check out aneesha's podcast, the mw podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

As an author, entrepreneur, and coach Leila Khan talks about trusting yourself and your intuition. She also takes a deep dive into loving yourself and overcoming obstacles within your life. As a survivor of sexual assault and other horrible events Leila shows that you can overcome anything and create the life of your dreams. If you enjoyed make sure to rate and review the podcast! Favorite Quote from this episode : 7:31 --> "When we create space we actually attune ourselves to hearing our intuition" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

As a soon to be author, Vedika discusses what she learns from writing her book. She talks on utilizing the underdog advantage, how perspective and environment and shift the way you function in life and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone. If your enjoy this please rate and review the podcast as well as check out my instagram @vatsalacreates. If you found any value in the podcast make sure to look out for Vedika's book coming out next spring titled, "think outside the odds" and follow her on instagram vedika.world :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

If your a little brown girl or brown boy with big dreams this one is for you. Natasha, a Pakistani American girl, beautifully narrates the story of her moving from her parent's house in Canada to living in LA as a struggling actress. She didn't the support of her parents or any successful connections rather she had herself and that's what she had to rely on. She talks about finding her purpose as an actress falling in love in LA. This was one of the best conversations I have had on the podcast and literally brought me to tears in some moments. If your enjoy this one as much as I did, please rate and review the podcast and follow my instagram @vatsalacreates. If you are inspired or love Natasha's story as much as I do, please check out her instagram @purposeandchai :) Love always, Vatsala --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

As an entrepreneur, 30 under 30 alumnae, mother, and amazing wife, Deepti Sharma reveals the truth behind being a business owner as a women of color. We also dive into culture, and what its like being someone of color in the era of the Trump administration. Thank you to all of you who listened and feel free to leave a review or rate the podcast if you enjoyed. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

This one is a solo episode where I talk about my love life, how much I love Hasan Minhaj, and the challenges of having brown parents. If you like my podcast, please rate and leave a review! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Arti Joshi is a fearless life coach who helps people transform their love life and feel the freedom of fearlessness. She gets open and vulnerable on loving herself and finding out who she really was. She talks about although she's the fearless life coach, she too has fears and how no one can live without them. Rather it's about how much control you give the fear within you and giving yourself time to be able to overcome those fears. If you are enjoying the episodes, it would be amazing if you could leave a review or rate the podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

My friend Shreya Aleshetty and I talk about are high school experiences and give you tips on how to make the most of your high school years. If you enjoyed make sure to rate and review the podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

What do you do when you feel like giving up? When you have no motivation to keep going? When it feels like it's not worth it anymore? Adriana Blanc answers these questions and so many more as a fitness and mindset coach. She gets honest about her own struggles and talks about rewarding yourself for small efforts to achieve bigger goals in the future. More importantly, she opens up about how motivations comes in phases and how you can't always rely on motivation to achieve your dreams. Thank you so much to Adriana and make sure check her out on instagram @adrianablancfit for some amazing positive content. If you enjoyed the podcast make sure to rate it and leave a review. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Colorism. Mental Health. Redefining beauty standards. Seema Hari is an engineer and renowned activist who talks about issues like colorism, rape culture, and creating confidence within yourself. She talks to me about using social media as a tool to empower other by creating stories out of posts rather than simply posting pretty pictures of herself. Seema gets very honest and shares how he was suicidal at a young age because she was bullied for being dark skinned and how she spreads awareness about colorism on social media because she doesn't want anyone else to go through what she did. Overall, she outlines the history behind colorism and talks about how she gained confidence and started falling in love with herself. I am so honored to be able to talk to @seemahari (ig) and have her share her story on my podcast. If you enjoy this one leave a review and rate the podcast, it would mean a lot. Love, Vatsala --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Are you saddened by world events? Are you looking to change the world with small individual changes but don't know where to start? Is climate change and sustainable living an important issue to you but you don't how to help combat these issues? Perfect, in this episode I talk to Heena Shah and Natasha Mortensen, two young ladies who have taken up sustainable fashion as a core issue in their life. They started an instagram page and youtube channel hoping to inspire millions to change their lifestyle and incorporate sustainability into their life. We talk mental health, burnout and creating real change that addresses larger global problems. If you enjoyed this episode make sure to rate it, and leave a review. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

This one is all about me, how I got the idea for the podcast, and why I started it in the first place. If you enjoyed please leave a review and rate the podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Are you just going through the motions, wondering why you're here in the first place? Are you unable to find a sense of fulfillment in what you do? Then your in the right place. Nick and Stephanie Nwoke, successful entrepreneurs and mentors, share insights on finding your why and how to feel a deep sense of fulfillment in your life. If you find any value in this episode or it helps you in any way, please rate and review the podcast! If you think you have an inspiring story to share on want to be a guest on the podcast feel free to email me at vatsala.bahal@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

In this one, my sister and I discuss quarantine and everything about our lives. Hope you enjoy and make sure to leave a review --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Are you someone who has ambitious goals but not sure how to get there? Are you looking for that push, that little bit of motivation which will help you overcome the obstacle your facing? Are you looking for some honest advice on the process of achieving? Well, your in the right place. Khamila talks about how she was always hungry for opportunity throughout her life even when she got the chance to work at companies like Google and Linkedin. She also discusses entrepreneurship and how that path has paved her way to retire at 30. It was truly such an honor to be able to speak with such a successful entrepreneur, performing artist, and motivational speaker. If you are looking for more amazing content by Khamila, please check out her instagram and linkedin @khamila.alebiosu. She provides so much value and genuine perspective on those platforms. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Huda Khan, someone who has experienced the suicide of a loved one, talks about mental health and the importance of taking care of your own well-being. She gives great insight and talks about how her experience with suicide led her to become an activist and part take in making a change in society. If you enjoyed this one, please rate and leave a review! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

As a Guyanese African American Kayla Clinton talks on the struggles of being from mixed backgrounds and how she continues to learn about both of her backgrounds. We discuss African American culture and how important it is for Kayla to learn about it as she needed to know that being African American was more than the color of your skin! As a young makeup artist Kayla also sheds some light on finding your passion and stepping out of your comfort zone. I love Kayla so much and please check out her instagram @iamkaylabeauty! If you enjoyed, please rate and leave a review. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

I had the pleasure of talking to a investment banker turned meditation teacher on meditation, mindfulness, and yoga. We dive into so many interesting topics including the drive towards mindfulness in the western hemisphere and how it stems from the idea of being more productive and getting more work done. More than that, Rita gives such insightful tips on implementing mindfulness in your daily life and how vital it is for each and every one of us. Check out @ritamurjani on instagram and leave a review if your enjoyed this one! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Are in you in a slump right now? Are you feeling stressed and purpose-less? Are you looking for a change, something that will bring you back on the right path? Your in the right place. In this one, I had the pleasure of talking to a motivational speaker who helps people bring abundance into their life. She talks about how no matter where you are in your life, you can lift yourself back up and make a change. Through self-awareness and mindfulness you can choose to push your life in whichever direction you choose. Check out Makhosi's instagram for more of her amazing content @theroyalshaman . --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Are you feeling down about yourself? Maybe it's the year 2020, with the protests and the pandemic? Or Maybe it's some personal challenges your fighting through? Don't worry you're not alone and even better, good things are coming your way, this podcast episode being one of them. In this one, my mom and I talk about uplifting yourself when your in a dark place and how important it is to trust that good things are coming your way. My mom and I discuss the meaning of success and how sometimes trusting the universe is the best way to go about it. What's interesting is that my mother talks about her journey as an average student who ended up enjoying a ton of success in the long run. The biggest thing that I took away from this is how it is important to take opportunities as they come and believe that success will come to you. Make sure to rate the podcast and leave a review if you enjoyed! The quote for this episode is, "Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it." Love ~ Vatsala! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Are you interested in starting something of your own, whether this be a business, or social justice movement? But you don't know where to start, and most importantly you're looking for a way to stop doubting yourself. Well, your in the right place. Avani Miriyala, a successful freelancer, talks about entrepreneurship, hitting on key topics like getting over the fear of failure, venturing out on your own, the secret behind succeeding fast. Avani runs her own product design agency, and loves to teach other freelancers how to succeed through her instagram @avanimiriyala and podcast "The 6 figure freelancer!" The biggest thing I learned from her is that when you start your own venture you need to trust yourself and trust that you have the ability to succeed. Had so much fun with this one, if you enjoyed it as much as I did, make sure to rate and leave a review!Also, I'm going to start to end my podcast descriptions with quotes so here is the one for today, "Wake up with determination, Go to bed with satisfaction." Love you all ~ Vatsala

In this one, I had the honor of talking to renowned musician varun das on his music journey. He talks on working hard, how to measure success not on what society sees as success but with your own terms of success, and how passion can overcome any challenges. Varun has created many of his dreams into a reality and learning about his experience was so valuable for me. If you like the podcast, make sure to rate it and leave a review. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

If your anxious about college this one is for you! From academics to social life, a rising junior in college talks to me about the mindset you need to succeed in college and how to make the transition from high school to college a breeze! Moreover, Gaurav has so kindly offered to answer any questions you might have about college so you can email him at ga350@scarletmail.rutgers.edu . Make sure to rate the podcast and leave a review if you enjoyed! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

In this one, I talk one of my online friends on manifestation, law of attraction, and creating thoughts into a reality. She is someone who is so motivated and ambitious towards her goals. I hope you enjoy this one! Xoxo - Vatsala :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

How do we overcome our limitations and take that leap of faith towards success? That's exactly what Nick Kimble, founder of eternowatches, and I discuss in this episode! Nick expands on self-awareness and how he has trained his mind towards success. He is someone who is committed towards what he does and his words will help you focus on your purpose as well. Whether you are an entrepreneur, business owner, or an average person, this conversation will help you see a different perspectives and spark new ideas for you to ponder upon. Also, make sure to check out @eternowatches on instagram! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Rachel Charles and I start by  talking about the Black Lives Matter movement and how to support it as a south asian. Furthermore, we discuss Rachel's success in pagenting and social media and how she stays positive and grounded amidst it all. After talking to Rachel, I genuinely said to myself “we need more people like this in the world.” Rachel is someone that truly looks to help other people while fighting for what she believes in. More than that, she has such a sweet personality and truly embodies what she stands for. I encourage you all to check her out on instagram @rachel.charlesss. In support of the black lives matter movement, I will be donating every cent I make from this podcast between June 8th and August 8th to the Minessota Freedom Fund, Black Visions collective, or any other organization supporting the Black Lives Matter movement. I will be revealing how much I ended up donating on my instagram @journeyincolor_.  My goal is $300 so please share with your friends so we can raise the money and shed light on important issues like these. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

"We are the soul, we have a body" - Jay Shetty. This quote embodies the message I want people to take away from listening to this episode. Since we are all souls, the idea of discrimination should be obsolete and not even come into question. This episode is a tribute to George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter Movement. I call it "a revolution in the making" because social media and protestors and many communities are working to fight for justice and I believe real change will occur. If we continue to give this issue the attention it deserves then the course of history may truly change forever. In support of the movement, I will be donating every cent I make from this podcast between June 8th and August 8th to the Minessota Freedom Fund, Black Visions collective, or any other organization supporting the Black Lives Matter movement. I will be revealing how much I ended up donating on my instagram @journeyincolor_. My goal is $300 sopPlease share with your friends so we can raise the money and shed light on such an important issue. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

I talked to Lavanya Ande on how she is using her TikTok and Instagram platform to create representation for her Telegu community. We discussed skin color, how it's cool to be Indian but not necessarily cool to be Telegu, and how to embrace your culture. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Naomi and I talk about getting yourself out of your comfort zone, how to handle nerves, and the key becoming good at anything. I absolutely loved talking to Naomi and learned so much from her, I hope you enjoy this one. If you do enjoy it, I would love if you rated the podcast and left a review, it would mean the world to me! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

We talk about growing up brown in America and everything that comes along with it: from how to deal with colorism, to the lack of body positivity awareness in the brown culture, to understanding your culture and how to start embracing it. Furthermore, Cynthia talked about the reality of being dark-skinned and plus size in 2020 and how to overcome the challenges that come along with it. Cynthia has quite the following on social media and it may look like she is always positive and put together, but in this episode she reveals that's not always the case. She shares her raw experiences on deeper issues like body image and colorism, so people listening can see that they are not alone. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

In this episode, Shekhar and I discuss the struggles of being an upcoming artist, how to overcome them, and how to stay focused when times get tough. If you liked the episode, I would love it if you subscribed! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

Bela and I discuss the difficulties of taking an non-traditional career path as an indian and how to use your passion and drive to overcome these challenges. The audio quality is not the best in this one but I think this conversation brings so much value and will be very useful to anyone who is looking to succeed in a more risky career like writing, singing or anything in the liberal arts field. Thank you so much for listening! If you like it, I would appreciate it if you rated the podcast and left a review. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support

The College admission process is extremely tough and intimidating. So I sat down with my classmate, Vaishnavi Vinodh, a highschool senior who was just admitted into Cornell. We break down how to find what you're interested in and the importance of extracurriculars and academics. We also dive deeper and look at what makes someone successful and how to recreate the success that Vaishnavi has achieved. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vatsala-bahal/support