Welcome to a deeply inspiring episode of Leadership Lounge with The CEO Magazine, where we spotlight visionaries redefining leadership, networking, and success.

In this episode, Shweta sits down with Arti Kochhar, the dynamic Executive Director of BNI Gurgaon & Faridabad—a powerful business network of over 1600+ entrepreneurs and professionals. With years of experience in community building, leadership mentoring, and referral marketing, Arti has become a guiding force for thousands of entrepreneurs navigating the ever-evolving world of business relationships.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Arti’s early life and family values shaped her leadership journey
  

• Her rise within BNI and the power of structured networking
  

• The unique challenges women face in leadership—like imposter syndrome and self-doubt
  

• Gender-based differences in business communication and networking styles
  

• Insights into balancing multiple roles—as a leader, mentor, mother, wife, and grandmother
  

• Why mentorship and emotional intelligence are essential for business growth
  

• Her vision for building inclusive, impactful business communities
  

• Actionable strategies for work-life balance and resilience

Why You Should Watch:

Whether you're an entrepreneur, a corporate leader, or a young professional, this episode offers powerful life lessons, tactical networking advice, and real-world leadership wisdom. Arti’s story reminds us that meaningful connections and authentic leadership can transform not only careers—but communities.

Watch the full conversation above and unlock strategies to grow through connection, collaboration, and courage.