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Unleashing the Rainmaker Within with Sejal Patel

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2135836/open_sms] In this episode Dr. Seema Desai and Dinesh Melwani have a conversation with powerhouse guest Sejal Patel. She is a lawyer-turned-consultant and author of the newly released Rainmaker Unleashed. What started as a spontaneous writing impulse over Memorial Day weekend quickly became a book that’s already sparking conversation and reshaping how professionals think about building relationships and influence. Sejal shares how years of consulting, self-discovery, and one wildly inspired creative burst led her to distill a different kind of rainmaking, one rooted in authenticity, connection, and practical emotional intelligence. Whether you're an introvert unsure how to “sell” or a seasoned pro rethinking the rules of business development, Sejal’s insights are a breath of fresh air. You’ll leave this episode challenged, inspired, and maybe even ready to send that message you’ve been putting off. About Sejal Patel:  Sejal Bhasker Patel is not your typical consultant—and Rainmaker: Unleashed is not your typical book. A former Big Four strategist, Sejal built Sage Ivy Consulting to equip attorneys to turn relationships into revenue—without selling their soul. Her work lives at the intersection of strategy, psychology, and sharp client instincts. She doesn’t do fluff. She builds rainmakers. Sejal partners with law firms ready to invest in their talent—firms that know revenue drives retention, and retention drives revenue. You can’t fix one without the other. Through her Rainmaking Series, she works directly with high-performing attorneys to build client control, visibility, and power. Her strategies have been featured in Above the Law, delivered inside Am Law 100 firms, and quietly implemented by leaders who know that rainmakers don’t just appear—they’re developed. This book is the first step. The real power move? Making it firm-wide. The views expressed in the podcast do not reflect the views of any organization affiliated with the hosts or any guest. Connect with Sejal:  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sbpatel [http://linkedin.com/in/sbpatel]  Instagram: @sagepatel FB: https://www.facebook.com/sagepatel [https://www.facebook.com/sagepatel]  Links:  Dinesh Melwani http://www.dineshmelwani.com [http://www.dineshmelwani.com], IG @dineshmelwani Seema Desai http://www.drseemadesai.com [http://www.drseemadesai.com], IG @dr.seemadesai

Medicine, Misinformation, and Modern Parenthood with Dr. Zain Hasan

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2135836/open_sms] In this week’s episode, Dr. Seema Desai and Dinesh Melwani sit down with the long-awaited and widely admired Dr. Zain Hasan, anesthesiologist, father, content creator, and fierce advocate for truth in medicine. With refreshing vulnerability and depth, Dr. Hasan opens up about the unique challenges of modern parenthood, the rise of AI in healthcare, and why fatherhood—not medicine—has been the most transformative experience of his life. From calling out groupthink in the medical field to sharing how he’s teaching his young son about artificial intelligence, Dr. Hasan brings clarity, conviction, and compassion to every topic. Whether you're a parent, a healthcare professional, or simply someone trying to make sense of the noise in today's wellness world, this episode will leave you feeling seen, grounded, and inspired to live more intentionally. Dr. Zain Hasan is an Anesthesiologist who simplifies complicated medical lingo. The views expressed in the podcast do not reflect the views of any organization affiliated with the hosts or any guest. Connect with Dr. Hasan:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drzainhasan/ [https://www.instagram.com/drzainhasan/?hl=en]  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@drzainhasan [https://www.youtube.com/@drzainhasan]  Links:  Dinesh Melwani http://www.dineshmelwani.com [http://www.dineshmelwani.com], IG @dineshmelwani Seema Desai http://www.drseemadesai.com [http://www.drseemadesai.com], IG @dr.seemadesai

Straight Talk on Spine Health with Dr. Jaspal Ricky Singh

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2135836/open_sms] Can standing up more often really change your life? According to Dr. Ricky Singh, the answer is a resounding yes. In this conversation, Dr. Singh joins Seema and Dinesh for a candid look at spine health, modern tech habits, and the small daily shifts that can make a major difference in how we move and how we age. From marathon training to parenting to the silent strain of “tech neck,” this episode isn’t just about back pain, it’s about taking your health back, literally. Whether you sit at a desk all day, run around with your kids, or scroll your phone more than you’d like to admit, you’ll walk away with inspiration and real tools to keep your body strong and upright for the long haul. The views expressed in the podcast do not reflect the views of any organization affiliated with the hosts or any guest. About Dr. Jaspal Ricky Singh: Dr. Jaspal Ricky Singh is a nationally recognized expert in interventional pain management, sports medicine, and physical medicine & rehabilitation. He serves as a leading physician at Weill Cornell Medicine, where he is Vice Chair in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine and Director of Interventional Spine at the New York Presbyterian Och Spine Center.   He integrates cutting-edge regenerative therapies with a holistic approach to musculoskeletal health. Dr. Singh is known for his work in platelet-rich plasma (PRP), orthobiologics, and non-surgical spine care, helping patients restore function and improve quality of life through personalized, evidence-based treatment plans. With a passion for education and innovation, Dr. Singh is also a sought-after speaker and educator, committed to advancing the field of regenerative medicine and empowering patients to take control of their health. Connect with Dr. Singh:  Website: http://www.RickySinghMD.com/ [http://www.rickysinghmd.com/]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickysinghmd/ [https://www.instagram.com/rickysinghmd/]  Facebook: http://facebook.com/WCMCRehabMed [http://facebook.com/WCMCRehabMed]  Links:  Dinesh Melwani http://www.dineshmelwani.com [http://www.dineshmelwani.com], IG @dineshmelwani Seema Desai http://www.drseemadesai.com [http://www.drseemadesai.com], IG @dr.seemadesai

Ambition without Apology with Rashi Kakkar

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2135836/open_sms] Dinesh Melwani and Dr. Seema Desai have the sharp, insightful, and refreshingly real Rashi Kakkar for this week’s conversation that travels across personal ambition, parenthood, identity, and the art of living authentically in a noisy world. Rashi, a former management consultant turned learning and development leader at a top-tier global firm, opens up about what it means to grow, even when life is messy, uncertain, or just plain overwhelming. From her unexpected journey into motherhood to launching her newsletter, Decks and Diapers, Rashi shares how she embraced the “cringe” and found joy in the tension between ambition and presence. This isn’t just another self-help pep talk. It’s a thoughtful, vulnerable exploration of how to chase growth without losing yourself, how to rewrite your story when old scripts no longer serve you, and why joy isn’t a luxury, it’s your birthright. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to start something new, or whether success and fulfillment can truly coexist, this episode will meet you exactly where you are and challenge you, in the best way, to step into more. All opinions expressed are Rashi’s personal opinion and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization that she is associated with. About Rashi:  Rashi is a global portfolio leader within McKinsey’s Leadership & Development team. Rashi’s passion lies in building institutional capability through a skills-first approach and applying product management principles to creating human-centered - products, experiences, and services! As a consultant, Rashi has advised Fortune 100 clients on complex strategic, operational, and organizational challenges. She has led digital transformations, enhanced organizational effectiveness, and redesigned operating models. Prior to McKinsey, Rashi worked at a boutique design thinking firm, where she honed her expertise in human-centered design, experience and service design, and product centric thinking. Outside of work, Rashi enjoys writing, she authors a bi-weekly newsletter and has published 80+ opinion pieces in leading global publications. She is an avid golfer, a former varsity tennis player, and a newly minted pickleball enthusiast. She resides in Toronto and holds an MBA from the University of Toronto. Connect with Rashi:  Newsletter: https://decksanddiapers.substack.com/ [https://decksanddiapers.substack.com/]  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashikakkar/?originalSubdomain=ca [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashikakkar/?originalSubdomain=ca]  BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/rashikakkar.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/rashikakkar.bsky.social]  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rashi_kakkar8 [https://www.threads.net/@rashi_kakkar8]  X: https://twitter.com/rashi_kakkar [https://twitter.com/rashi_kakkar]  Links:  Dinesh Melwani http://www.dineshmelwani.com [http://www.dineshmelwani.com], IG @dineshmelwani Seema Desai http://www.drseemadesai.com [http://www.drseemadesai.com], IG @dr.seemadesai

The Space Between All or Nothing

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2135836/open_sms] This episode is a refreshingly honest conversation that feels like a much-needed exhale. Dinesh and Seema take a step back to reflect not just on the rhythm of the show, but on the bigger picture many of us find ourselves in: managing full plates, full lives, and the tension between hustle and intentionality. They explore what it means to give ourselves permission to slow down, recalibrate, and pursue alignment without guilt. This episode is an invitation to examine your own season of life, the pace you’ve set, and whether it still makes sense. If you’ve been feeling like you’re just going through the motions, this episode may be the spark that helps you reconnect with your “why.” Check it out to hear what’s shifting for the podcast this summer and how that shift might resonate with where you are, too. Links:  Dinesh Melwani http://www.dineshmelwani.com [http://www.dineshmelwani.com], IG @dineshmelwani Seema Desai http://www.drseemadesai.com [http://www.drseemadesai.com], IG @dr.seemadesai