In Conversation with Dr. Chandrashekar Dikshit DS | Bharat Vibhushan

Welcome to a transformative episode of Leadership Lounge, where we explore purpose-driven leadership with the sharpest minds in business, governance, and personal development.

In this episode, Shweta is joined by Dr. Chandrashekar Dikshit DS, a Bharat Vibhushan awardee, certified independent director, bestselling author, and host of EthicalEyesOnBoard. Known for bridging the gap between ancient Indian philosophy and modern boardroom strategy, Dr. Dikshit is redefining leadership with integrity, vision, and cultural wisdom.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Dr. Dikshit’s personal journey and what shaped his values-based leadership style
  

• How Indian philosophy can humanize corporate governance
  

• The shift from compliance to conscience in modern boardrooms
  

• What Cultural Intelligence (CQ) means for today’s leaders
  

• The power of storytelling through his books, including The Cultural CEO and Chanakya 2.0
  

• A bold shift from KPI to KVP – Key Value Proposition
  

• Why he launched EthicalEyesOnBoard and what it stands for
  

• His long-term vision for a more empathetic and ethical leadership ecosystem in India

Why This Episode Is a Must-Watch:

If you're a founder, CXO, board member, or simply someone who believes in leading with purpose, this episode will help you reconnect strategy with soul. Dr. Dikshit offers a powerful call to action: leadership must evolve from performance-based metrics to value-centered legacies.

Watch the full episode now and discover how timeless Indian wisdom can help navigate the challenges of modern leadership.