Be Your Own Boss

At some point in life, every employee aspires to be their own boss, to start a business, to follow their passion. Some take a leap and become successful, some try and fail while most never give it a try. Here at Be Your Own Boss, Sachin Acharya talks to entrepreneurs about their stories, some very practical tips and some inspiration. If you aspire to be an entrepreneur, to build your own business, and not sure how to get started, this show is for you.

Be Your Own Boss is a business podcast hosted by Sachin Acharya, with 195 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Sachin Acharya hosts Be Your Own Boss, a business show with 195 episodes published.

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  Be Your Own Boss

  Ep 196: Swati Khade: She Traded Code for Cake | BYOB Podcast Part 2

  Aug 14, 202623 min

  In Part 2 of this inspiring interview, Swati Khade shares her remarkable journey of transitioning from a 10+ year career in IT to starting and scaling her own baking business, Choco Castle. She dives deep into the realities of balancing family and ambition—from going back to college in Germany at age 35 to managing tight bakery shifts, navigating career gaps during the pandemic, and making the tough call to step away from IT for good. Swati also discusses how she automated her business operations, built a trusted team, utilized B2B/B2C models and WhatsApp Business, and transformed her passion into a thriving enterprise. Check out Choco Castle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chococastle_pune ============================================================== * For collaboration and sponsorship, please reach us on byob.with.sachin.acharya@gmail.com * Want to get on the podcast? Pick your slot on https://calendly.com/sachinacharya/byob #SwatiKhade #ChocoCastle #SachinAcharya, #BYOB #Podcast, #BeYourOwnBossPodcast, #Cake #IT #Mother

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  Ep 194: Prantik Sir: From 53 Lacs Debt to Life Coach & Author | BYOB Podcast Part 2

  Jul 31, 202642 min

  Welcome to Part 2 of an incredibly candid and inspiring conversation with trainer, author, and mentor Prantik Panigrahi on the BYOB (Be Your Own Boss) Podcast with Sachin Acharya. In this episode, Prantik deep-dives into: Why physical books engage all five senses in a way audiobooks and summaries cannot. His personal collection of over 4,800 books and his daily reading rituals. Why traditional time management and corporate communication training often fail at the mindset/belief level. How a business failure left him in ₹53 Lakhs of debt—and the exact psychological shift he used to pull himself out of rock bottom. The story behind creating "The Secret to Breakthrough" workshop and scaling it across schools and corporate organizations. If you are looking for raw honesty on entrepreneurship, resilience, habit-building, and personal transformation, this episode is a must-watch! ⏱️ Timestamps [00:00] Highlights & Recap of Part 1 [01:26] Podcast Introduction [01:34] Distractions, Focus & The Myth of Quick Book Summaries [04:03] Involving All 5 Senses: The Sensory Science of Reading Physical Books [07:23] Reading as an Identity: "I Haven't Missed a Night in 17+ Years" [08:33] Reading Multiple Books at Once & Detailed Note-Taking Habits [11:00] Stand-Up Comedy vs. Reality: Debunking Book-Reading Memes [12:48] Inside Prantik's Library: Owning 4,800+ Books & Favorite Genres [14:18] Transitioning into Corporate Training & Personality Development [16:08] Why Traditional Time Management Tools Fail Without Internal Commitment [18:24] The Birth of "The Secret to Breakthrough" Workshop [24:30] The Iceberg of Preparation: 14 Hours of Prep for 90 Minutes on Stage [25:40] Hitting Rock Bottom: Facing ₹53 Lakhs in Debt & Business Collapse [32:45] The Mindset Shift: Confronting Creditors & Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts [35:08] The Turnaround: How One Breakthrough Workshop Scaled Everywhere [38:07] Meeting Business Partner Rupa & Building Sustainable Success [39:37] Writing Live Inspired & Finding Mentors in Unexpected Places [40:10] Reflections on the BYOB Podcast Experience & Closing Remarks Check out Prantik sir on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prantik_panigrahi ============================================================== * For collaboration and sponsorship, please reach us on byob.with.sachin.acharya@gmail.com * Want to get on the podcast? Pick your slot on https://calendly.com/sachinacharya/byob #PrantikPanigrahi, #SachinAcharya, #BYOB #Podcast, #BeYourOwnBossPodcast, #Life #Coach #Interview, #HowtoReadMoreBooks

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  Ep 193: Prantik Sir: From 53 Lacs Debt to Life Coach & Author | BYOB Podcast Part 1

  Jul 24, 202635 min

  Welcome to Part 1 of an inspiring conversation on the Be Your Own Boss (BYOB) Podcast with host Sachin Acharya and special guest Prantik Panigrahi — life coach, trainer, and author of Elements Within and Tattva Katha. ​In this episode, Prantik shares his incredible journey: growing up in an academically intense family, dealing with health and confidence struggles during childhood, discovering his passion for personal growth through a key mentor, and building an unstoppable habit of reading books that transformed his life and career. ​⏱️ Timestamps: ​[00:00] - Highlights & Teaser ​[01:21] - Welcome to BYOB Podcast with Sachin Acharya ​[02:04] - Introduction of Prantik Panigrahi ​[02:58] - Childhood Background & Growing Up in an Academic Family ​[05:35] - Early Health Challenges, Moving Cities & Loss of Confidence ​[07:40] - Choosing Computer Science over Medicine ​[10:05] - The Fateful Call & Meeting First Mentor Mr. Shyam Lulla ​[12:35] - Lessons from a "No Excuse" Mentor ​[13:20] - Beginning the Journey of Public Speaking ​[14:14] - Overcoming Excuses & Building a Powerful Reading Habit ​[16:20] - The Concept of Reading in "Shantiniketan" ​[18:00] - Finding Time & Places to Read Anywhere ​[22:00] - The Science of Reading: Level 1 (Reading) vs Level 2 (Understanding) ​[27:40] - How Subconscious Muscle Memory Helps You Master Reading ​[30:15] - Staying Focused & Ignoring Distractions Around You Part 2 coming soon! Check out Prantik sir on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prantik_panigrahi ============================================================== * For collaboration and sponsorship, please reach us on byob.with.sachin.acharya@gmail.com * Want to get on the podcast? Pick your slot on https://calendly.com/sachinacharya/byob #PrantikPanigrahi, #SachinAcharya, #BYOB #Podcast, #BeYourOwnBossPodcast, #Life #Coach #Interview, #HowtoReadMoreBooks

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  Ep 192: From Zero to 10 Restaurants | How Nidhi Arora Built Benaras in Vietnam - Part 2 | BYOB

  Jul 10, 202643 min

  Welcome to the second and concluding part of our exclusive interview with Nidhi Arora, the visionary founder behind Benaras, Vietnam's largest and most successful Indian restaurant chain. In this episode, Nidhi dives deeper into the operational strategies, cultural adjustments, and leadership mindsets required to scale a restaurant brand internationally. From navigating a foreign market's regulatory landscape to maintaining authentic Indian flavors while appealing to a diverse global clientele, this episode is a masterclass for aspiring entrepreneurs and restaurateurs alike. Key Highlights in this Video: Scaling Beyond the First Location: How Benaras grew from a single concept into a massive multi-location brand. Overcoming Cross-Cultural Challenges: Managing cross-border supply chains and leading multicultural teams in Vietnam. The Future of Indian Cuisine Abroad: Nidhi’s long-term vision for Benaras and advice for entrepreneurs looking to expand internationally. Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/TZ9JFwiRvUI If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the Like button, Subscribe to the channel, and turn on notifications so you never miss another deep-dive interview! Check out their Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benaras.vietnam ============================================================== * For collaboration and sponsorship, please reach us on byob.with.sachin.acharya@gmail.com * Want to get on the podcast? Pick your slot on https://calendly.com/sachinacharya/byob #Entrepreneurship #IndianRestaurant #BenarasVietnam #BusinessGrowth #RestaurantScale #WomenInBusiness #ScalingABusiness

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  Ep 191: From Zero to 10 Restaurants | How Nidhi Arora Built Benaras in Vietnam - Part 1 | BYOB

  Jul 10, 202645 min

  In Part 1 of this exclusive interview, K Rakesh sits down with Nidhi Arora, the visionary entrepreneur behind BENARES, the largest and most successful Indian restaurant chain in Vietnam. Having lived in Vietnam for over two decades, Nidhi shares her fascinating journey from HR consulting into the world of culinary entrepreneurship. Discover how she identified a unique gap in the market to introduce an authentic, healthy, and natural approach to Indian cuisine that captures the hearts (and tastebuds) of both locals and international tourists alike. She also discusses managing a rapidly growing multi-location brand, navigating the cultural fusion of Indian and Vietnamese tastes, and leveraging food as a medium for diplomatic and cultural connection. Part 2 coming soon! Check out their Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benaras.vietnam ============================================================== * For collaboration and sponsorship, please reach us on byob.with.sachin.acharya@gmail.com * Want to get on the podcast? Pick your slot on https://calendly.com/sachinacharya/byob #Benaras #BYOBPodcast #SachinAcharya #India #Vietnam #Taste #Recipe

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