In this exciting episode of the Career Shifts Podcast, we sit down with the incredibly versatile Mridu Bhandari, a former award-winning business journalist and now the founder of Mentorleap. Mridu takes us on a journey through her career shifts, offering deep insights into reinvention, leadership, and the importance of adaptability in today’s fast-changing world. 🎙️ From her experiences as one of India’s most recognizable business journalists to venturing into entrepreneurship, this conversation will leave you inspired to embrace change and discover new possibilities in your own career. 💼✨ Whether you’re looking to grow your communication skills, master storytelling, or explore how to balance passion with profitability, Mridu's journey offers powerful takeaways for anyone at a crossroads in their career. Key Highlights: Reinventing yourself to stay relevant Embracing challenges in mid-career transitions The power of storytelling in business and leadership How public speaking can unlock career opportunities Building a successful platform like Mentorleap Why entrepreneurs need to balance creativity with financial realities Navigating multi-potential career paths If you’ve ever wondered how to succeed navigate a career shift successfully fully navigate a career shift or are curious about what it takes to leave a thriving career in journalism to launch a startup, this episode is for you! 🌟 Timestamps: Introduction: Career Shifts Podcast - 0:00, Welcoming Mridu Bhandari to the Show - 2:08, Career Shifts and Mid-Career Transitions: Insights from Mridu - 3:19, Evolving Career Landscapes & Societal Changes - 4:25, Mridu’s Family Background and Her Unique Career Path - 8:27, Saying Yes to New Opportunities and Reinventing Yourself - 9:36, From Business Journalism to Entrepreneurship - 14:14, Working Across Cultures: Journalism in India vs. London - 18:51, Creating Award-Winning Content at BBC: The Dear Daughter Podcast - 24:14, Founding Mentorleap: The Power of Mentorship - 25:39, Managing Time Between Entrepreneurship and Journalism - 30:16, Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs - 35:53, Passion vs. Profit: Navigating the Entrepreneurship Journey - 45:10, Mridu’s Advice for Aspiring Journalists - 49:04, Rapid Fire Round: Fun Insights with Mridu - 54:42, London vs. Delhi: Which City Feels Like Home? - 59:50, Final Thoughts: The Importance of Reinvention in Careers - 1:00:21, Closing Remarks: Key Takeaways and Future Possibilities - 1:03:22, #careershifts #leadershipdevelopment #entrepreneurship #publicspeaking #reinvention #Storytelling #mentorship