Best MSME Podcasts (2025)

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CFO Voices on TReDS 40:04

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Episode 56 CFO Voices on TReDS | Experiences from India’s Business Finance Leaders Welcome back to MSME TALK®. This Industry Insights episode brings together voices from three CFOs to share experience on TReDS, invoice discounting platform for fellow CFOs and Business owners for MSMEs, SMEs , Large , Mid , PSUs enterprises. Why did we do this episo…

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Start Earning With the Skills You Already Have | Work From Home Roadmap for Women #podcast 14:21

20h ago14:21

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Many women want to start earning but they don’t know where to begin, what skills to learn, and how to start without big money or a big degree. This episode of The Power Within You: HER Finance HER Power is a clear and practical roadmap for women who want to earn from home even with zero experience, zero confidence, and zero investment. You will lea…

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Her Money, Her Power: How to Build an Emergency Fund That Actually Works- The Safety Every Woman Deserves 10:39

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In this emotionally powerful and deeply practical episode of Smart Credit Bytes – HER Finance HER Power, host Sangeeta Sharma uncovers what an emergency fund truly means for a woman beyond numbers. This isn’t just a savings lesson. It’s about: • Financial safety• Emotional security• Dignity, choice, and independence• The confidence to walk away fro…

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Ep 431: Ghazala Wahab and the Hindi Heartland 3:39:18

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Our Hindi Heartland has more people than the USA and Western Europe combined -- and is arguably more diverse. Ghazala Wahab joins Amit Varma in episode 431 of The Seen and the Unseen to describe her research into those states -- and much else, including being an outspoken Muslim woman in India, and the future of warfare. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES…

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Her Money, Her Power — A Money Guide They Never Taught Us! 24:39

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In this special Smart Credit HER Edition episode, host Sangeeta Sharma — Business & MSME Credit Advisor explains the financial wisdom every woman deserves but was never taught. Across the complete podcast, you’ll learn how simple money clarity can transform not just your bank balance, but your confidence, choices, and future. Whether you’re a homem…

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The HER Finance Framework – 5 Habits Every Woman Should Master 16:37

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This November, as part of Women’s Financial Empowerment Month, we explore what true financial confidence feels like — calm, clear, and completely yours. In this heartfelt mentoring episode, Sangeeta Sharma shares The HER Finance Framework — five practical yet soulful habits every woman should master to turn awareness into empowerment: 1️⃣ Handle wi…

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EP: 12 The Silent CFOs of Every Home — Why Women Are Born for Finance? 9:59

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The Silent CFOs of Every Home — Why Women Are Born for Finance? They may not sit in boardrooms, but they run the real balance sheets of life. From household budgets to education savings and emotional investments, women silently manage risk, liquidity, and long-term planning every single day. In this empowering episode, Sangeeta Sharma uncovers the …

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Ep 430: Aneesh Pradhan: A Life in Hindustani Music 4:46:03

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When it comes to Hindustani music, he is both a doer and a thinker. A great tabla player, he has written books about the history and theory of music. Aneesh Pradhan joins Amit Varma in episode 430 of The Seen and the Unseen to chat about his life, his music and this world we inhabit. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out…

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Episode 11: After 30, These 12 Rules Will Save You 13:25

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The Power Within You – Episode 11 After 30, These 12 Rules Will Save You Turning 30 isn’t just an age it’s an awakening. You stop proving, start pausing. You stop pleasing, start protecting your peace. And you finally realize that growth doesn’t always roar sometimes, it whispers. In this powerful and deeply emotional episode, Sangeeta Sharma share…

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Ep: 20 Digital Money Traps: How We Lose Wealth Online Without Realizing It? 9:25

27d ago9:25

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Smart Credit Bytes – Episode 20 Digital Money Traps: How We Lose Wealth Online Without Realizing It🎙 Hosted by Sangeeta Sharma We live in the digital age where money doesn’t clink, it clicks. And in that click, many of us lose more than we realize. In this powerful, eye-opening episode, Sangeeta breaks down the invisible habits draining your wealth…

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EP: 10 Master Your Week: How Successful People Plan, Live & Stay Peaceful 9:21

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The Power Within You – Episode 10 Master Your Week: How Successful People Plan, Live & Stay Peaceful What if success didn’t come from working harder but from living wiser? In this calming yet powerful episode, Sangeeta Sharma blends the habits of successful people with soulful reflections and soothing shayari to help you design a week filled with c…

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EP: 19 Hidden Traps That Can Turn Your Loan Account Irregular And How to Rise Stronger 11:40

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Every Diwali, we clean our homes but what about the dust in our financial habits? In this deeply motivational episode, Sangeeta Sharma blends financial wisdom and life lessons to show how small undisciplined choices can dim the light of your business — and how awareness, clarity, and consistency can bring it back. 💡 Learn: The real-life traps that …

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Ep 429: Rudraneil Sengupta is Embedded 3:25:58

17d ago3:25:58

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He wrote the definitive history of Indian wrestling. His longform reportage has taken him into strange territories. He embedded himself with the Delhi police and has now come out with his first crime novel. Rudraneil Sengupta joins Amit Varma in episode 429 of The Seen and the Unseen to talk about he throws himself into both his life and his work. …

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EP: 9- 5 Lessons People Learn Too Late — in Life & Money 12:08

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🎙 The Power Within You – Episode 9 “5 Lessons People Learn Too Late — in Life & Money” Some lessons arrive late after loss, failure, or silence. But if you learn them early, life becomes calmer, wiser, and freer. In this heartfelt episode of The Power Within You, Sangeeta Sharma shares five powerful lessons people often learn too late — both in lif…

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EP: 18- AI & MSME Lending: How Technology Is Changing Credit Decisions 14:37

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Artificial Intelligence is quietly reshaping MSME lending from how loans are scored to how trust is built. In this powerful episode of Smart Credit Bytes, Sangeeta Sharma breaks down how AI is changing the way banks think, how fintechs approve loans in minutes, and why your digital footprint now matters more than your collateral. In this episode: W…

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Succession Planning for SMEs 1:10:00

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Episode 55 Succession Planning for SMEs: With or Without the Next Generation Guest: Suraj Malik , CEO , Legacy Growth Welcome back to MSME TALK® with Industry Expert. Industry Expert segment brings Industry Expert who discusses on specific topic relevant for MSMEs, Startup to scale up and build long-lasting Businesses. Why did we do this episode: E…

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EPISODE: 11- I Finally Learned How To Be Consistent — And It Changed My Life 14:32

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I Finally Learned How To Be Consistent — And It Changed My Life Consistency isn’t about strict routines or endless motivation — it’s about trust. Trusting yourself again after countless false starts, broken promises, and restarts. In this heartfelt episode of The Power Within You, I share how I rebuilt consistency not through pressure, but through …

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EP: 17- GST, Compliance & Bankability – What Every MSME Must Know 8:57

2M ago8:57

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GST, Compliance & Bankability – What Every MSME Must Know Did you know that banks quietly use your GST data and compliance behaviour to judge your credibility? For MSMEs, compliance is not just about taxes — it’s about trust, discipline, and bankability. In this episode of Smart Credit Bytes, we dive deep into: How banks really use GST returns in l…

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Ep 428: The Solitary Writer Meets the Impossible Man 4:24:26

1M ago4:24:26

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Writing biographies is solitary and difficult -- even when the subject is way more interesting than anything you could make up. Narayani Basu joins Amit Varma in episode 428 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss writing, friendship, hustling, ageing, intentionality and the subject of her latest book, the impossible KM Panikkar. (FOR FULL LINKED SHO…

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EP084 - WealthTech - In conversation with Amit Majumdar, Group Strategy Officer, Angel One 36:53

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In this episode of India FinTech Diaries, we sit down with Amit Majumdar, Group Strategy Officer, Angel One, one of India’s fastest-growing WealthTech platforms. Trusted by over 3Cr clients, Angel One is blending cutting-edge tech with deep market insights to make wealth creation accessible to everyone. Key Highlights: 📊 Democratizing WealthTech: A…

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EP 10- 15 Tiny Micro Habits to Increase Your Feminine Energy 11:17

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15 Tiny Micro Habits to Increase Your Feminine Energy True strength isn’t always in hustle or control — sometimes it’s in softness, presence, and flow. In this episode of The Power Within You, discover 15 micro-habits that can help you reconnect with your feminine essence — the side of you that is nurturing, intuitive, graceful, and magnetic. We’ll…

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EP: 16 How to Digitise Your Business: The First Steps Every MSME Must Take 12:39

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How to Digitise Your Business: The First Steps Every MSME Must Take In today’s world, your digital footprint is your new credit history. In this episode of Smart Credit Bytes, discover why digitisation is no longer optional for MSMEs — it’s survival. Learn how going digital builds trust with banks, saves time, improves compliance, and makes your bu…

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EP-9:The Art of Enough: Finding Contentment in a World of More 7:12

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The Art of Enough: Finding Contentment in a World of More We live in a world that constantly screams: “More, more, more.” More money, more recognition, more success. But what if the secret to peace isn’t in more — but in enough? In this powerful episode of The Power Within You, we explore: Why chasing “more” never feels complete The true meaning of…

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Episode 15: The Hidden Cost of Loan Restructuring: What MSMEs Must Know 9:59

2M ago9:59

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The Hidden Cost of Loan Restructuring: What MSMEs Must Know Loan restructuring may look like a lifeline — lower EMIs, extended tenures, temporary relief. But for banks, it’s a red flag. In this episode of Smart Credit Bytes, I unpack: Why restructuring signals borrower stress Short-term relief vs. long-term damage How it impacts your CIBIL and cond…

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Ep 427: The Boy Who Loved Cricket -- The Vijay Lokapally Story 3:41:11

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Cricket isn't just what happens across 22 yards, and great cricket writers always go beyond the boundary. Vijay Lokapally joins Amit Varma in episode 427 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss the joys and heartbreaks of a lifetime of writing about cricket -- and much else. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Vijay …

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नवरात्रि विशेष – अपने भीतर की नौ शक्तियाँ जगाइए 7:08

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नवरात्रि विशेष – अपने भीतर की नौ शक्तियाँ जगाइए नवरात्रि सिर्फ़ उपवास या पूजा का त्योहार नहीं है। यह हमें याद दिलाती है कि वही शक्ति, वही माँ दुर्गा, हमारे भीतर भी विराजमान है। इस The Power Within You के विशेष एपिसोड में सुनिए: माँ के नौ रूप और उनकी जीवन से जुड़ी सीख कैसे हर दिन एक नयी शक्ति को जगाया जा सकता है धैर्य, अनुशासन, साहस, करुणा और क्षमा …

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Episode 8 – Living Your Ikigai: Finding Joy, Purpose & Balance in Life 9:49

2M ago9:49

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Episode 8 – Living Your Ikigai: Finding Joy, Purpose & Balance in Life Ikigai — the Japanese word for “reason for being” — has become a global buzzword. But beyond books and diagrams, what does it really mean? And more importantly, how can you live your Ikigai every single day? In this deeply engaging episode of The Power Within You, I explore: Wha…

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Episode 14 – CIBIL vs. Credit Behaviour: What Really Matters More? 9:38

2M ago9:38

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Episode 14 – CIBIL vs. Credit Behaviour: What Really Matters More? Most entrepreneurs believe that “Good CIBIL = Guaranteed Loan.” But from a banker’s desk, the reality is very different. In this episode of Smart Credit Bytes, I uncover: What your CIBIL score really means — and its limits The banker’s hidden lens: what “credit behaviour” actually i…

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Episode 7 – Borrowed Dreams: How to Stop Living the Life Others Planned for You 9:16

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Episode 7 – Borrowed Dreams: How to Stop Living the Life Others Planned for You Are you truly living your dream, or are you trapped in a script written by others? From childhood, many of us are pushed into careers, choices, and lifestyles designed by parents, peers, or society. These borrowed dreams look like success on the outside but often leave …

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Episode 13 – Collateral in MSME Loans: More Than Just Security 9:33

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Episode 13 – Collateral in MSME Loans: More Than Just Security For many entrepreneurs, collateral simply means “giving property papers to the bank.” But in reality, collateral is much more than that. For bankers, it’s not just about security — it’s about confidence, comfort, and credibility. In this episode of Smart Credit Bytes, I’ll cover: What c…

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Ep 426: The Life and Music of Shubha Mudgal 4:45:55

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She's straddled the worlds of Hindustani classical and popular music, and is a legend in both spaces. Shubha Mudgal joins Amit Varma in episode 426 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss her life, her music and this changing world. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Shubha Mudgal on Spotify, Instagram, Twitter, Wik…

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Episode 6 – The Mask We Wear: Finding Freedom in Authenticity 7:54

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Episode 6 – The Mask We Wear: Finding Freedom in Authenticity We all wear masks. A mask of confidence when we’re scared. A mask of smiles when our heart is heavy. A mask of perfection just to gain approval. But what happens when we forget who we are beneath those masks? In this episode of The Power Within You, I share: Why we wear masks — childhood…

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EP083 - Crypto - GENIUS Act vs Payment Banks: Lessons in Safety, Scale & Regulation 12:50

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In this episode of India FinTech Diaries, we draw fascinating parallels between India’s Payment Banks experiment and the US’s GENIUS Act, designed to regulate stablecoin issuers. Both initiatives aim to create safe, inclusive financial systems—but as we explore, they also share similar scaling challenges that can make or break their success. Key Hi…

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Episode 12 – Working Capital Secrets: How Banks Judge Your Day-to-Day Finance 10:01

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Episode 12 – Working Capital Secrets: How Banks Judge Your Day-to-Day Finance Working capital is the heartbeat of every MSME business — and the biggest hidden factor in loan approvals. Many entrepreneurs don’t realize that even if EMIs are on time, a poorly managed working capital cycle can lead to reduced limits, stricter terms, and banker distrus…

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Episode 5 – Silencing the Inner Critic: How to Stop Being Your Own Worst Enemy 9:40

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Episode 5 – Silencing the Inner Critic: How to Stop Being Your Own Worst Enemy We all carry a voice inside us — the inner critic. It whispers: “You’re not good enough. You’ll fail. Why even try?” This voice is powerful, but it is not the truth. In this episode of The Power Within You, I’ll take you on a journey to: Understand where the inner critic…

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Episode 11 – Personal Guarantees in MSME Loans: What They Really Mean for You 11:14

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Episode 11 – Personal Guarantees in MSME Loans: What They Really Mean for You Most MSME promoters sign personal guarantees (PGs) casually. But did you know this one signature could tie your personal house, savings, and even future income to your company’s loan? In this episode of Smart Credit Bytes, I uncover: - What a personal guarantee really mea…

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#NES31 - The Reform Imperative: Building a Prosperous and Inclusive Nigeria by 2030 0:51

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The Reform Imperative is Here! From October 6th–8th, 2025, leaders from government, business, and civil society will gather at the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit to chart a bold course for our nation’s future. Under the theme “The Reform Imperative: Building a Prosperous and Inclusive Nigeria by 2030”, we will tackle critical priorities: ✅ Driving I…

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Second Radio Jingle for the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit 0:46

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The Reform Imperative is Here! From October 6th–8th, 2025, leaders from government, business, and civil society will gather at the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit to chart a bold course for our nation’s future. Under the theme “The Reform Imperative: Building a Prosperous and Inclusive Nigeria by 2030”, we will tackle critical priorities: ✅ Driving I…

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Episode 10: Loan Covenants: The Silent Traps in Your Loan Agreement 12:32

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Paying your EMIs on time doesn’t always mean you’re safe. Hidden inside your sanction letter are loan covenants — promises and restrictions that can trigger default even if you never miss a payment. In this episode of Smart Credit Bytes, I uncover: ✅ What loan covenants really are (positive vs. negative) ✅ The most common financial, information, an…

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Ep 425: The Life and Times of Gurcharan Das 7:54:14

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He reached the top of the corporate world -- and then gave it up to become a writer, with books that probed our deepest questions, and influenced millions of people. Gurcharan Das joins Amit Varma in episode 425 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss his life and learnings. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Gurcha…

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Episode 4 – The Courage to Begin Again: Rising After Setbacks 10:39

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Episode 4 – The Courage to Begin Again: Rising After Setbacks Failure. Rejection. Loss. We’ve all faced moments where we felt broken. But the real test is not in falling — it’s in finding the courage to rise again. In this powerful episode of The Power Within You, Sangeeta Sharma shares stories, reflections, and practical tools to help you: - Shift…

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Episode 9 – Inside the Sanction Letter: Hidden Clauses Every Borrower Must Know 13:26

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Your sanction letter is more than just a loan approval — it’s a rulebook that can shape your business future. In this episode of Smart Credit Bytes, I break down the fine print of sanction letters: the common clauses, the hidden traps, and the borrower’s checklist you must follow before signing. Whether you’re an MSME owner looking for funding, or …

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Episode 8: CIBIL Secrets: How Your Credit Score Shapes Loan Approvals? 10:30

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Your CIBIL score can make or break your loan application — but do you really know what bankers look for beyond that three-digit number? In this episode of Smart Credit Bytes, I take you inside the banker’s cabin to reveal how CIBIL reports are actually read, the hidden red flags that can kill your application, and practical steps to improve your sc…

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Episode 3: Breaking the Chains: How to Reclaim Your Inner Strength 9:40

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"Breaking free from invisible chains starts with a single step." In this powerful episode of The Power Within You, Sangeeta Sharma takes you on a 10-minute journey to rediscover your inner strength. You’ll learn: - Why feeling ‘stuck’ is often an illusion - How fear, self-doubt, and others’ opinions silently control your life -Practical steps to re…

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Episode 7: Inside a Banker’s Mind: How Loan Decisions Are Really Made 10:42

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Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes when you apply for a business loan? In this episode of Smart Credit Bytes, Sangeeta Sharma — MSME Credit Advisor & Coach— takes you inside a banker’s mind to reveal the hidden factors that shape loan approvals and rejections. From silent red flags in your CIBIL report to the subtle “trust gap” tha…

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International Youth Day 2025: Empowered for Impact: How Young Nigerians Are Shaping a Sustainable Future 45:13

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International Youth Day (August 12) provides an annual opportunity to recognize the potential, innovation, and leadership of young people in shaping a better future. The 2025 theme, “Youth Empowerment for a Sustainable Future,” calls attention to the role of youth in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—from climate action and inclusi…

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Episode 6: The Hidden Red Flags That Can Kill Your Loan Application 11:57

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Your business may be strong, but certain silent mistakes can ruin your loan application before it even reaches the approval stage. In this powerful episode, Credit Advisor & MSME Coach Sangeeta Sharma reveals the hidden red flags that instantly make banks say “no” — and how you can fix them before applying. Inside this episode: Why frequent cheque …

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Ep 424: Gitanjali Babbar and the Didis of GB Road 3:55:28

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Trained as a journalist, but driven by a desire to make a difference, she spent over a decade working with sex workers in Delhi to understand and improve their lives. Gitanjali Babbar joins Amit Varma in episode 424 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss her learnings about GB Road -- and our strange and twisted society. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES,…

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The Power Within You – Episode 2: “You Are Not Broken — You Are Becoming” 6:38

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Feeling stuck? Wondering if something’s wrong with you because life hasn’t gone as planned? In this heartfelt and empowering episode, Sangeeta Sharma reminds you that you’re not broken — you’re becoming. Through real-life reflections, gentle truths, and practical mindset shifts, discover how to: Let go of the pressure to “fix” yourself Rewrite the …

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How to Enhance Business Valuation 51:28

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Episode #54 How to Enhance Business Valuation in discussion Expert : Vinay Pandya , Managing Partner , Mantraa Advisory Why did we do this episode: We often hear founders and business owners discussing their business valuation — but rarely do they talk about what they’re actually doing to improve it. Another common misconception is that business va…