Life is not a rehearsal. Time to get real

Meet binod shankar

Are you meant for something bigger? With decades of experience at corporate giants like KPMG and EY, alongside building and selling a successful business, Binod Shankar offers practical, real-world wisdom you won’t find in a textbook.

Whether you’re feeling stuck or seeking a fresh perspective, Binod provides direct, actionable guidance to break through barriers and drive transformative growth. His approach focuses on what truly matters, helping clients move forward with confidence and clarity to achieve meaningful results.

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Real Stories. Real Growth

Binod is an exemplary speaker with the ability to turn a very complex subject into an easily digestible and enjoyable session. Our participants benefited greatly from his teachings and his expertise. His friendly style and personality allowed our participants to connect with him easily and benefit immensely from his teachings. I highly recommend Binod as a speaker and facilitator.
- Mona Tavassoli Founder, Mompreneurs, Toronto
Binod is an amazing speaker. His presentation on “Bridging the Skills Gap” was really insightful. I could relate to so many areas of his personal story. His experience in overcoming challenges thrown at him over so many years and his insights into mountaineering – how it teaches you to embrace failure and yet keep on moving forward- would have motivated many individuals.
- Nikhil Bansal VP, OakNorth Bank, Bangalore
Binod ran a session for our Group of HR Professionals entitled: “Coaching Your Future Leaders”. His presentation was very insightful and interesting and was deemed very relevant given today’s challenges faced by people leaders. His extensive knowledge coupled with his robust work experience shone through his presentation. I also appreciated his open style and commitment to deliver an excellent presentation as he made sure that I am happy with the content by holding several conversations with me prior to the event. I highly recommend Binod to anyone who’s looking for an insightful speaker!
- Mark Galea CHRO, , Malta
I had the pleasure of attending a session by Binod Shankar on ‘Women in Leadership’. The depth that Binod went into gave the audience a taste of what women face in breaking through the glass ceiling. His practical advice on how ‘stuck managers’ can advance their careers by increasing their influence at work and being more visible was really simple when you think of it in hindsight but not many make a conscious effort to do them.
- Eugene D’ Souza CFO, Sony Middle East, Dubai
Binod was an exceptional speaker. His session on “Finding Your Values” was truly inspiring and thought-provoking. Binod’s ability to connect with the audience on a personal level was remarkable. His practical insights and real-world examples made the complex topic of values easily understandable and applicable. I highly recommend Binod as a speaker.
- Ritesh Singh Director, Imarticus Education, New Delhi
I attended Binod’s session-” Let’s get unstuck ” in Sept 2024. Binod is a no- nonsense guy. Honest and passionate in his work. Tough but realistic in goal setting. I highly recommend Binod for those who are bold enough to make a change to live their values to the fullest.
- Rashita Puthiya Senior Lecturer, Middlesex University, Dubai

The Guide To Liberation

Binod has been where many find themselves—stuck in their careers and unsure of the next step. In ‘Let’s Get Real’, he dives into the key areas for unlocking your career potential: knowing yourself, understanding yourself, managing relationships, and navigating transitions. The core message is clear—focus on personal growth before attempting to change the world around you. Filled with personal insights and actionable tips, ‘Let’s Get Real’ offers spectacular insights for meaningful career transformation and life-changing results.

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in the spotlight

Source: Bizpreneur Middle East

Case Study: Building A Team From Scratch

I started my career in an industrial bank in India where I cut my teeth on project appraisal of small and medium enterprises. I then spent six years executing audit, financial due diligence, financial...

Source: Khaleej Times

Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University Dubai establishes Industry Advisory Board

Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University Dubai announced the establishment of an Industry Advisory Board (IAB), comprising key industry players and EBS academics, targeting the brightest bu...

Source: What’s On

Month of Reading: Great tips to kickstart the habit this month

If you’re among the many who struggle to find the time to read, you’re not alone and remember, it’s never too late to work on the habit. To help, What’s On has spoken to book lovers including authors,...

Break Free

Can you think critically and be open minded, honest, interactive and discuss deeply about real life issues? Are you laser focused on self-development? If so, join this select Tribe of Authentic Thinkers and:

Want to be a member? Shoot an email to binod@binodshankar.com with a short note (and a link to your LinkedIn page) as to why you think you should be a ‘Break Freer’.

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“What started of as a random breakfast idea is now evolving into a beautifull quarterly ritual. It feels amazing to be with a bunch of like-minded professionals; who engage in enriching conversations without the need to filter thoughts (no judgments at all), like to express opinions, seek answers and just have fun together”

“These are important topics that don’t usually get enough coverage or occupy much of our mental space ; To have the platform to reflect, listen, and discuss this openly with such a diverse and talented group of people is quite a privilege”.

“The atmosphere in the room was electrifying and full of positive energy. Each participant shared their journey, personal experiences, success stories, failures with learnings and answered questions posed by the group in a very transparent manner. The experience, wealth of knowledge, the humility, the authenticity and openness of the participants to contribute and provide feedback was really impressive. They actually held up the mirror so you could see the ‘real you’ as well as shared pointers on how you could do things differently to positively affect the outcome”.

“The ‘Break Free’ group is an eclectic group brought together by Binod Shankar. While it may seem like there may not be an obvious common thread or connection, all of us, individuals with different backgrounds, interests, skills, and perspectives come together to learn from one another and become better versions of ourselves”.
( Authentic member feedback)

Let's Get Real

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