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The Lifeboat

The Lifeboat

Written by: Vinayak Burman
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Hello Friends! 👋 Welcome to my channel! My name is Vinayak Burman, & I’m a first-generation legal entrepreneur & the Founder & Managing Partner of a new-age law firm called Vertices Partners. My expertise lies in being a Trusted Advisor for Founders, Entrepreneurs, Investors & Intrapreneurs throughout India. With over two decades of experience, I have guided numerous founders, including those who are widely recognised & celebrated today. 📚 Through the “Vinayak Burman” channel, I am on a mission to democratise knowledge & demystify the intricacies of learning, concepts, issues, & real-timeVinayak Burman Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Inside the mind of a leader 🚀 Nitin Jain, shares real lessons on building through challenges.
    Jan 28 2026

    Welcome to the new season of the Lfieboat!In this episode 1, I sit down with Mr. Nitin Jain, Chairman of Neo Group, for a powerful and honest conversation on entrepreneurship, leadership, and long-term thinking.This episode is about what truly goes on behind building and sustaining a successful enterprise. From navigating uncertainty and embracing failures to making decisions with patience and clarity, Mr. Jain shares lessons shaped by real experience not theory.One of the biggest takeaways from our conversation is that entrepreneurship is a long game. Success isn’t instant; it’s built through consistency, values-driven leadership, and the courage to stay grounded when things don’t go as planned. We also discuss how failures become turning points when approached with the right mindset.If you’re an entrepreneur, founder, or someone aspiring to build something meaningful, I strongly urge you to watch this episode. This conversation will help you gain perspective, sharpen your thinking, and remind you why resilience and purpose matter more than quick wins.Season 3 begins with stories that matter.Welcome aboard Lifeboat.👉 Subscribe to The Lifeboat YouTube channel for more real conversations with India’s leading entrepreneurs, founders, and CEOs.👍 Like the video if it adds value.💬 Comment below with your biggest takeaway.🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.

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    1 hr and 52 mins
  • Lifeboat Podcast Season 3 | Episode 1 Trailer 🚀⚓
    Jan 12 2026

    Every entrepreneur faces moments where quitting feels easier than continuing.That’s where Lifeboat begins.Season 3 of the Lifeboat Podcast launches with its first episode featuring Mr. Nitin Jain, who shares raw insights from his entrepreneurial journey, the struggles no one talks about, the lessons learned through failure, and the mindset required to stay afloat in business.This season goes deeper into resilience, discipline, leadership, and the real cost of success. No shortcuts. No sugarcoating. Just honest conversations with people who’ve lived the journey.📅 Episode 1 releases on 5th January 2026If you’re building a dream, facing uncertainty, or learning how to navigate business challenges, this season is made for you.Tune in | this might be the lifeboat you’ve been waiting for. ⚓🌊#lifeboatpodcast #season3 #podcasttrailer #entrepreneurship #businessjourney #startupstories #leadershipmindset #resilience #hardwork #successstories #indianentrepreneurs #podcastlaunch #comingsoon #businesspodcast #dreambuilders

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    2 mins
  • Think Fast & Speak Smart - The Art Of Communication | Avanne Dubash | Vinayak Burman ~ VB #etnow
    Apr 21 2025

    Welcome back to The Lifeboat – Season 2!In this episode, I'm in conversation with Avanne Dubash-veteran news anchor, communication coach, and former model-for a deeply personal and powerful dialogue about reinvention, resilience, and redefining success on your own terms.With over 16 years in broadcast journalism at ET Now, Avanne has interviewed some of India's top entrepreneurs and business leaders. But her own story-from winning a drama competition with Trinity College London, to modelling with Elite, to owning her space on live television-is just as compelling.🎙️ What we explore in this episode: ✅ How early wins in theatre and modelling led to unexpected clarity✅ The moment she knew the glamour industry wasn't her long-term path✅ Real talk on guilt, identity, and the emotional labor of working mothers✅ Her mantra for showing up and staying prepared in high-pressure environments✅ The importance of supporting roles in media-why anchors are never solo heroes✅ Her surprising brush with Slumdog Millionaire and lessons from near missesWe also discuss how younger generations are approaching work differently, the value of taking help (and asking for it!), and what "success" truly looks like when you've lived through transitions.This conversation is a must-watch for: 🔹 Aspiring journalists and media professionals🔹 Women navigating career and motherhood🔹 Creators, storytellers, and those considering a pivot in life or work📌 If you're someone seeking clarity, courage, or just a little inspiration-this episode is packed with perspective.👍 Like, share, and drop your thoughts in the comments.📲 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell icon for more real conversations every Thursday!#lifeboat #podcast #avannedubash #vinayakburman #mediacareer #womeninmedia #communicationcoach #worklifebalance #indiapodcast #careertransitions #anchorlife #podcastindia #realstories #personalgrowth #trinitycollegelondon #slumdogmillionaire #aspiring #journalist #mediaprofessionals #workingmother #drama #vetran

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    1 hr and 21 mins
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