I sat down with my good mate Handreen Hussian - an engineer who jumped to the Big 4 consulting grind before steering his own ship as CEO of Canadian Security Solutions. The journey’s been anything but linear, and that’s exactly why this conversation hits hard.

We unpack:

• 🧠🔍 Learning about yourself & raising self-awareness
• 🚀🔥 Motivational drivers that keep you moving
• 💼🏢 Navigating life in the corporate world
• 🕰️⚖️ Juggling a day job while launching a business
• 🛑🌡️ Spotting and managing burnout
• 💓🎛️ Dealing with emotions under pressure
• 📣🌎 Putting yourself out there & being seen
• 🪨💪 Building unbreakable grit

…and plenty more nuggets for anyone straddling corporate comfort and entrepreneurial ambition.

Hit play to hear how Handreen turned spreadsheets and site plans into a security powerhouse + the mindset shifts that made it possible.

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Nobody expected it this week - Virat Kohli has officially retired from Test cricket.

One of the most iconic cricketers of our generation is walking away from the longest format of the game, and it’s left millions around the world stunned - myself included.

In this special episode, I reflect on what Kohli meant to me - not just as a cricketer, but as a model for discipline, intensity, balance, emotional expression, and legacy. From his transformation off the field to his mindset on it, this is a breakdown of the real lessons I’ve learned from watching him over the last 15 years.

Whether you’re a cricketer, athlete, or just someone chasing greatness - this one’s for you.

I discuss:

💪 The discipline behind Kohli’s dominance

🧠 The mindset of never coasting

🧔‍♂️ How he redefined masculinity in sport

🔥 Why intensity is a daily choice

📜 What we can all learn from his legacy

📍 If you’ve ever been moved by sport, then this episode will hit home.

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In this episode of Decoding Wisdom, I sit down with Amit Vengurlekar - a globally experienced strength & conditioning coach with a specialty in cricket. Amit has worked with elite athletes across India, Australia, and Canada, including roles with the Lucknow Super Giants (IPL), Western Australia Cricket Association, and Cricket Canada.

We unpack everything from:

🔥 Spicy, behind-the-scenes truths from inside the IPL

🧠 Common mistakes athletes make (and how to avoid them)

🏃 Why warm-ups matter more than you think

🏋️ Why exercise is essential even if you’re not an athlete

🧩 How to build good habits that actually stick

🌱 How humility and self-awareness fuel high performance

🇦🇺 What Australia taught him about discipline, systems & sports culture

Whether you're into sports, personal growth, or just curious about what really happens at the top level of professional cricket - there’s wisdom in here for everyone.

🎙️ Tune in. Learn something. Apply it.

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*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and thoughts expressed in this podcast are my own and do not represent those of any employer, organization or affiliate. I am not a licensed expert, and all discussions are based on personal experiences, insights, and publicly available information. This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always do your own research and seek guidance from qualified professionals where necessary. Listener discretion is advised.