How often do you get influenced by external factors ? How often are you faced to take decision? 'Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion' is a Psychology book authored by Dr Robert B. Cialdini based on the understanding and study of why people tend to say 'Yes?. The author has done an extensive and rigorous research on the minds of the people and their general psychology. I have curated some of the interesting concepts and stories of influence for your hearing. Enjoy listening

In this Episode we go through some of the podcast / Youtube channels that I listen. I have summarized some of them for you. It includes Cred Curious - Rahul Dravid on Coaching, Nikhil Kamath CEO of Zerodha ,Hidden Brain - a podcast by Shankar Vedantam and Talks at Google. Cred Curious https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjaXPq6vxBo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVcJ71qlC_o&t=691s Ted Talk by Shankar Vedantam https://www.ted.com/talks/shankar_vedantam_you_don_t_actually_know_what_your_future_self_wants Talks at Google https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=talks+at+google

There are books that are to be read and reviewed, and some that are to be read, mulled over and revisited multiple times. Man's Search for Meaning is one such book. The book grows on you as you read it. Written by Viktor Frankl in 1946 , he narrates his life instances in the Auschwitz concentration camp, presents the remarkable idea of how we can choose to see a purpose or meaning in any situation, including the worst conditions. This book has become one of the most influential books ; it continues to inspire us all to find significance in the very act of living. In this episode we go through some excerpts of this book.

Do you have a smart TV at home? If yes, have you noticed that the remote has a dedicated Netflix button on top of it. Well, that’s the level upto which Netflix has showcased its commitment to  convenience and accessibility. Welcome to Salt & Pepper and I am your host Gajesh. In today’s episode we talk about the rise of Netflix and what is special about Netflix Culture . In the insightful book "Powerful" by Patty McCord, former Chief Talent Officer at Netflix, she uncovers fascinating and eye-opening facts about the inner workings of Netflix. McCord's firsthand experiences shed light on the company's unique approach to talent management and organizational culture, providing invaluable lessons for businesses and professionals alike. Let me take you through this book in today’s episode.

In today's episode we deep dive into the world of fiction. I am your host Gajesh and I am I am excited to share my thoughts and insights on the some of the books that I have recently read. So grab a cup of coffee and listen to the podcast. The books that are discussed here are -- The Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak -- The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides -- Ranger by Aseem Arora and Richa Ganesh -- The Ornate Clock by Vineeth Thunoli -- Life by Lu Yao / Chloe Estep -- Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts -- Joy in Coorg by Tilak Ponappa Enjoy reading these books

In todays episode we talk about the indomitable spirit of one of cricket's greatest legends: Sourav Ganguly. Some of us grown up idolizing Sourav Ganguly. Dada as he is fondly called. From his difficult debut in Australia to the highs of the Lord’s century, from beating Pakistan on its home ground and his riveting come back to Indian team. We discuss some of the best part of the book in this episode