Ravi Kikan

United We Care

Part of the founding team at United We Care, a startup powered by Generative AI deep tech and focussed at mental health and wellness. We have created the first digital human virtual global coach - Stella, who has a gold standard intent detection rate at 94.7% (F1 Score)

What global problem are we trying to solve ?

We shifting gears through Generative AI to ensure our tech powered products are made globally accessible, affordable and efficacy driven for mental health for billions around the world.

Am currently leading global GTM planning, content, digital, communications, business structuring and execution for products and services.

If you are an enterprise, payer/insurance or a healthcare system globally who is wanting to ensure that your workforce is mentally agile, productive and fit feel free to reach out to me at ravi@unitedwecare.com

Global Chief Marketing Officer

NASSCOM Insights

https://community.nasscom.in/advisory-board

Advisory Board Member

Centre for Incubation and Business Acceleration

Helping seed stage and early stage startups in growthhacking and mentoring entrepreneurs to get to the next level.

If you are a startup and wanting to accelerate your business at CIBA, Goa, please feel free to connect with me.

Mentor

MentorEdge ( A CIIE- IIM-A initiative)

>  Mentoring & helping seed and early stage startups across sectors
>  Helping in Ideation>Incubation>Implementation of new ventures
>  Jury panel member at The Power of Ideas 2018, 2012 and 2010 (http://www.ideas.economictimes.com)

ZingHR

I set up the complete marketing & growth function from ground zero. 

I also led the new CIP (Corporate Identity Program) for the new branding makeover for ZingHR for a more global outlook which was rolled out in October of 2021. Instrumental in also setting up the SMB market HRTech product branding and rollout. I also set up the channel sales program, network and allied teams across India, SEA and GCC.

As part of the leadership team, I spearhead New Growth Avenues, GTM Planning, Digital Sales, Marketing, PR, Corporate Communications, Product & Regional Launches & International Business Expansion.

Director - Marketing, Online Sales & Growth 

ZingHR is an HRTech venture accelerated at Microsoft, with more than 600+ employees, 900+ customers, 1.6 Million + Active Users across the globe.

ZingHR offers a complete automation of the end to end processes in HRTech through Artificial Intelligence, Machine and Deep Learning algorithms which helps to improve employee performance and drives a process efficiency in recruitment, offers ease of leave, attendance, payroll and claim management.

ZingHR is one of the few global ventures which offers almost all web/mobile based modules from Hire to Retire Solutions with state of the art tech supporting those applications. ZingHR has some 35+ amazing products focussed at the complete lifecycle of the employee from digital onboarding to their exit.

Head Of Marketing & Growth 

Amazon

Here is an extraordinary real life story of the unseen metaphysical close bond in the unknown universal cosmos including grandmas and grandpas bag of stories.

My new book - To The Trees With Love

If you have love for the unknown or you believe in the cosmic lineage of goodwill or simply if you have had that undying love for your family/grandparents this book might just be for you. Read this story out to kids, teenagers or share this with your friends, parents, family, grandparents or just best keep this with you as I have treasured this through all these years.

Pre order this book here https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0B4WNGHTN
My previous books on startups - https://www.amazon.in/Ravi-Kikan/e/B07JFZ29R8

Looking forward to your love, support, reviews and suggestions.

Startup Author - To The Trees With Love

Many ventures globally fail because they don't validate their startup business idea before launching. 

Don't Do This, Don't Let Anyone Do This.

How To Validate Your Startup Business Idea is a book for everyone like a budding entrepreneur, homemaker, student, corporate employee, professional who is planning to startup a new business venture.

The content in this book includes my learnings from working with many startups and experiences coming from many global investors, serial entrepreneurs and startup specialists. This also includes my first hand experience of interacting with one of the largest global startup community that I manage on LinkedIn - Startup Specialists Group, which has around 300,000 members. 

Many global experts, mentors, investors, entrepreneurs and startups have also contributed to this book and shared their point of view on How To Validate Your Startup Business Idea.

Here are the quick links for the book:

Amazon India:     https://amzn.to/2A7KwDn  
Amazon Global:  https://amzn.to/2yBrW4q

Would love to interact with anyone who has read the book to discuss their startup business idea validation. Its a small crisp book with practical tips so that no one gets bored :)

Startup Author - How To Validate Your Startup Business Idea 

Everyone has the ability to change their lives - at home, work or business.

The ability to change however requires a " whole amount of will, thoughts to unlearn and relearn and a growth mindset to get things done". Without a growth mindset you are most likely to be less progressive and enterprising in whatever you do.

Working with many successful leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals globally I have found that anyone's life can change the moment they start thinking that they have the ability to change it.

Successful and happy people get things done, they don't sit and brood , they just get up and start living and stop brooding.

Who is this book for ?

You should pick this book if you fall under any of these categories and who has been itching for long to create his or her own version of success in life, work or business -

Student
Teacher
Aspiring Entrepreneur
Founder
Professional 
Homemaker 
Entrepreneur
Startups
Small Business Owner

or anyone for that matter who is hell bent on changing their life with a progressive mindset and achieve their own versions of success through following a structured growth mindset development. 

This book - Don't sit and brood - Start living and Stop brooding - is for that hungry soul and mind who is not willing to give up, ever and always looking at the silver lining in the sky as the eternal pessimist.

Startup Author - Don't Sit and Brood - Stop Brooding, Start Living

Whether you are a startup, small business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur or a growth bound venture, this book will give you effective tips on how you can have a growth mindset and prepare for raising funds.

Why this book?

Keep in mind during any phase of business specially tough ones, nothing comes as close as taking some tips from seasoned investors, global experts, aspiring startups and serial entrepreneurs who have walked the path or are walking the path as we talk. This book will help you in this unknown journey.

Startup Author - How To Raise Funds Like A Rockstar : Self Help Easy Tips For Startups

I published my second book Bounce Back Now : How Can Startups, Small Business Owners & Aspiring Entrepreneurs Bounce Back & Grow In Tough Times like this pandemic Covid19

It has been trending as the top seller on Amazon.

This book might come handy for professionals, aspiring & existing entrepreneurs who are sailing in these unprecedented times and now looking to bounce back & grow.The suggestions in the book have been handpicked as “practical actionable tips” to help people bounce back and understand organic growth for self and business even during tough times like this pandemic.

This book also addresses a very pertinent cause close to my heart.

It is my endeavor to support startups & individuals who might be in a closed state of mind, pessimistic, depressed or might have failed in their previous efforts of whatever those might be. Having gone through the same time and again, I feel this is a key thing to be addressed. This is like the elephant in the house. The content in this book is also about hope which is beyond just business

Why this book ?

When you are struggling, the best thing you can do is to reach out to people who can share hope and can guide you to the right direction. Reaching out to people who already have experienced that state of mind or have had multiple experiences in the same domain can give you a great understanding on how unchartered territories would most likely be. This lays the foundation of a bounce back mindset both for growth & scaling up. 

This book addresses that.

Feel free to share & read.  Bounce Back Now is now available on 

Amazon India https://www.amazon.in/dp/B08C5ML12G 
Amazon Global  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08C5ML12G

Startup Author - Bounce Back Now  - Awesome Self Help Tips For Aspiring Entrepreneurs  & Startups 

Plus Offices

I set up and was leading Plus Offices brand in India. 

We helped Startups, SMBs, Enterprises in providing them Customised Offices, Managed Offices and CoWorking facilities. The first facility at Sector 44 ha been working at 95% occupancy & then expanded to a massive new 250,000 sq ft facility at Sector 67, Gurugram. Over 150+ Growth Bound Startups & 1000+ coworkers were working from our both facilities.

The whole objective is to bring a great experience for the person who is working at our facility so that he or she is more productive. 

Some of the fastest growing ventures were working with us in our facilities.

Chief Operating Officer

Startup in Stealth Mode

Advising the startup in setting up their business operations, teams and organizational structure across India.

The startup is focussed at building traditional and alternate products/services in the education sector specifically in the K12 space.

Board Advisor

Panaesha Capital Pte. LTD.

Panaesha Capital is a Singapore based Fintech company which will be launching some very interesting products and services in the Fintech, Crypto, Blockchain & White Label solutions space. In the near future some great innovative products would also be rolled out. Currently the company has offices in 7 countries.

I had been advising the management on the set up and growth strategy from ground zero.

Board Advisor & COO

Hi, I'm Ravi Kikan and have a passion for advising progressive founders, leaders, entrepreneurs, startups, aspiring entrepreneurs in building speed to scale their business. 

I have over 23 years of experience across the tech, deep tech and non tech industries, and I've led functions as a CXO, including marketing, business growth, finance, fund raising, product management, design, sales, business development, cx, and operations. I've helped dozens of companies and founders achieve their business goals across India, SEA, UAE, EU and North American Markets.

I'm also the author of 6 books and I'm always happy to connect with founders, entrepreneurs, leaders, startups and aspiring ones to share my knowledge.

If you're someone planning to startup or are looking to scale your business in growth mode, I encourage you to connect with me on LinkedIn. I'd love to learn more about your business and see how I can help you grow and scale up. Just leave a message in my inbox.

Here are some of my accomplishments:

-  Helped grow businesses from $0 to $10 million in top line in just one year
-  Led teams from an IC role to 500+ employees across multiple locations
-  Launched several successful products and services
-  Built cross functional and startup teams in record time
-  Built and moderating the largest community of startups with 1 million + members

I'm passionate about:

-  Helping others achieve their dreams
-  Mentoring teams to collaborate and hit the goals
-  Sharing my knowledge and experience
-  Solving complex challenges and problems
-  Making a positive impact on the world
-  Design and implement contemporary projects at scale 

I'm always up for a great conversation, so don't hesitate to reach out to me. You can follow me here on LinkedIn or email me on kikanbooks@gmail.com.

You can also follow me on X  @  https://twitter.com/ravikikan

Amazing...❣️🇮🇳

This is not a Japanese or Chinese doll, these are our Indian girls, what a wonderful yoga performance... 

That is why we say, भारत बदल रहा है ... salute to these girls....👌🔥
Join | t.me/SatyaagrahIndia

Saddened that this man passed away today at age 78.

But his story is absolutely incredible..

He spent his entire life in an Iron Lung.

Paul Alexander contracted Polio in 1952 when he was just 6 years old.

After rapidly losing function in his arms and legs a doctor performed a tracheotomy and put him in the Iron lung, a device from the early 1900's which keeps him alive. The machine helped him breathe by using negative pressure to take air into his lungs.

Whilst this situation would make anyone want to give up, Paul says: “I didn’t want to die. So I continued to fight.”

Despite being paralyzed from the neck down, Paul graduated high school, fought his way into college, passed the bar exam and became a lawyer.

But he didn’t stop there.

Paul wrote his own biography entirely with a pen in his mouth.

He wrote it because he wanted to inspire thousands of people.

Paul says: “No matter where you’re from or the challenges you could be facing, you can truly do anything. You’ve just got to set your mind to it and work hard!”

If this resonates with you - share this so we can inspire more people with this incredible man's story and legacy.

RIP Paul Alexander.

#hero #motivation #inspiration

Credits: Nick Humphries

Would you agree ?

I am absolutely convinced and agree with the importance of mindfulness in the workplace irrespective of where you are, what you do, across levels and cuts through the whole spectrum of the organization to bring in a serene stability at the core of the wellbeing of the organization.

This is where the journey starts.

I'm excited to share a fantastic post by our Peter Bostelmann  Mindfulness Officer at SAP, on building an in-house community of mindfulness teachers! Thank you, Peter Bostelmann  your insights and leadership in this crucial area. At SAP, we believe that mental health, well-being, and mindfulness are essential for fostering a thriving and successful organization. By prioritizing these aspects, we can cultivate an agile, happy, and productive workforce. It also gives me an opportunity to thank our leader Lalit Patil, who supports me to bring this in his organization. A strong in-house mindfulness program is a fantastic initiative, and I encourage everyone to check out Peter Bostelmann  post for valuable best practices:

What has been your experience ?

#Mindfulness #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #WorkforceDevelopment #EmployeeEngagement #CompanyCulture 
#lifeatsap #innerjoy #happiness #GlobalMindfulnessPractice

We have a great line up of speakers for the Talk Gen AI summit in SF on June 4th including: Barath Chari of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Brett Hamilton of NVIDIA, Carlos Escapa of Amazon Web Services (AWS), Daniel L. Young of AstraZeneca, Divya Sudhakar of Geodesic Capital, Jeremiah Owyang of Blitzscaling Ventures, Mahak Sharma of Google, Ritu Mehrotra of United We Care, Shahram Seyedin-Noor of Civilization Ventures, and Shirley Hung of Everest Group. More coming soon!

Register to attend here: https://www.talkgenai.org

You should listen to your "calling"


Your calling never lies to you and it is always to be heard only if you want to. Keep in mind that your calling is that opportunity that will bring to close to what you really what to do and you might be great at doing that.

If your calling is to be a writer and you are stuck in business consulting than you should explore your calling to be a writer, to start with maybe part time and then take it full time later.

So whether you are a hustler, leader, marketer, startup, founder, employee, entrepreneur or an aspiring one, this holds good for you.

Never subdue your calling mate.

Remember you know yourself,
Make sure you hear yourself.

Thats it...Period.

Feel free to share with someone who might find this useful to get things done today. You never know whom you end up inspiring.

Godspeed.

#growthmindset #leadership #mentalhealth #success #startups 

Only if you can "Really Understand" this massive learning.

Power of Potential: Why We Should Invest in the Right People

Here is something would love to share with you all so that whether you are a leader, hustler, marketer, founder, entrepreneur or someone itching to be one understands this from a long term perspective.

A little deep but read on.

We've all been there – the sixth-grade art competition where everyone's wielding crayons and watercolors, hesitantly creating masterpieces. Then there's you, the bold outlier, standing out with a canvas and a set of oil paints.

My oil painting wasn't a masterpiece by any stretch when I made it in 6th standard open art class. In fact, it was probably average at best. But when my art teacher saw it, his reaction surprised everyone. he bought it, not for its artistic merit (let's be honest, it wasn't a Picasso), but for the sheer audacity of using oil paints in sixth grade.

Those were the times the folks hardly knew how to paint on canvas and good oil paints weren't available at handy like these times.

My art teacher bought the oil art for INR 50, my fees was around INR 25 per month so it was a steal deal for me. This learning is not just about selling the art piece it is beyond that.

This experience has stayed with me. It's a testament to the power of seeing potential – not just in polished portfolios and proven track records, but in the raw talent and willingness to take risks.

My art teacher bet on the potential that he saw, that's leadership.

As founders, leaders, and those building teams, it's easy to get caught up in past accomplishments and pedigrees. But what truly separates good teams from great ones is the ability to see the potential within individuals. 

Can they take that giant leap? 
Do they have the hunger to learn and grow? 

These are the questions that should guide our hiring decisions.

Here's the challenge: Invest in your human capital with a different lens. Look for the spark, the willingness to experiment, the drive to push boundaries. These are the qualities that will propel your team forward, not just past achievements.

So, the next time you're evaluating talent, remember the sixth-grader with the oil paints. There's a Picasso in all of us waiting to be discovered.

Feel free to share an inspire someone today.

Pass it on.

Godspeed.

#leadership #humanresources #hiring #talent #futureofwork #startups #mentalhealth #success #recruitment 

Your Mental Edge: Why Innovation Starts Before the Grind 


As a startup, founder, leader, marketer, entrepreneur  or an aspiring one this holds good for you if you start to believe in this.

In the world of relentless hustle, it's easy to get caught in the daily grind. But what if the key to unlocking true innovation and growth lies in prioritizing your mental fitness? 

Here's why feeling mentally sharp is crucial for ambitious minds:

Sparks Creativity: A sharp mind is a fertile ground for ideas. By challenging yourself mentally, you break free from rigid thinking patterns and unlock fresh perspectives, leading to groundbreaking solutions.

Problem-Solving Prowess: When your mind is in top form, you can dissect challenges from multiple angles, identify hidden connections, and formulate effective solutions that propel you forward.

Strategic Foresight: A well-trained mind can analyze trends, anticipate future needs, and make strategic decisions that position you for long-term success. 

So, how do you cultivate mental prowess?

Feed Your Curiosity:  Embrace lifelong learning. Explore diverse topics, read challenging books, and engage in stimulating conversations.

Challenge Yourself:  Step outside your comfort zone. Learn a new skill, try mind puzzles, or participate in brain-training exercises. 
 
Prioritize Rest & Recovery: A well-rested brain is a sharp brain. Ensure adequate sleep, manage stress, and incorporate mindfulness practices.

Remember, innovation and growth begin with a well-oiled mind. Invest in your mental fitness, and watch your potential soar!   

One small caveat.

Be willing to unlearn and relearn always.

Share with someone who might want to read this today, you never know who you end up inspiring anyday.

Godspeed

#growthmindset #wellbeing #hustle #mentalhealth #leadership #entrepreneurlife #startup

A small message for you this Sunday.


Stop Scrolling, Start Creating: A Call to Action for Hustlers and Dreamers

Every-time I read this quote I spin off to a different zone. This out of the world quote by the legendary Benjamin Franklin isn't just about crafting captivating content. It's a battle cry for all the hustlers, founders, marketers, entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs out there.  It's a call to action to stop passively consuming and start actively creating.

We've all been there - stuck in the endless scroll, bombarded with success stories and "how-to" guides. But here's the truth: the world doesn't need another follower, it needs a leader. It needs someone who's willing to push boundaries, embrace innovation, and take that giant leap.

Are you ready to transform from a reader to a writer of your own story?

Here's your challenge:

-    Stop dwelling on ideas and start taking action. The perfect plan rarely exists. Embrace the messiness of creation, learn from the process, and iterate as you go.

-   Don't be afraid to think BIG. Challenge the status quo, disrupt the industry, and rewrite the rules.

-   Focus on making a difference. Let your work inspire, educate, or solve a problem. Be the change you want to see in the world.

Remember, the world needs your unique spark. Stop waiting for the right moment and start creating something worth writing about. The future belongs to the bold, the innovative, and the relentless.

Who's ready to write their story? 

Feel free to share this with your network, you never know who you end up inspiring today.

Godspeed.

#Growthmindset #mentalhealth #entrepreneur #startuplife #marketing #innovation #creativity #getstarted #makeadifference #ThinkBig #sundayvibes

A small message for you this Sunday.


Stop Scrolling, Start Creating: A Call to Action for Hustlers and Dreamers

Every-time I read this quote I spin off to a different zone. This out of the world quote by the legendary Benjamin Franklin isn't just about crafting captivating content. It's a battle cry for all the hustlers, founders, marketers, entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs out there.  It's a call to action to stop passively consuming and start actively creating.

We've all been there - stuck in the endless scroll, bombarded with success stories and "how-to" guides. But here's the truth: the world doesn't need another follower, it needs a leader. It needs someone who's willing to push boundaries, embrace innovation, and take that giant leap.

Are you ready to transform from a reader to a writer of your own story?

Here's your challenge:

-    Stop dwelling on ideas and start taking action. The perfect plan rarely exists. Embrace the messiness of creation, learn from the process, and iterate as you go.

-   Don't be afraid to think BIG. Challenge the status quo, disrupt the industry, and rewrite the rules.

-   Focus on making a difference. Let your work inspire, educate, or solve a problem. Be the change you want to see in the world.

Remember, the world needs your unique spark. Stop waiting for the right moment and start creating something worth writing about. The future belongs to the bold, the innovative, and the relentless.

Who's ready to write their story? 

Feel free to share this with your network, you never know who you end up inspiring today.

Godspeed.

#Growthmindset #mentalhealth #entrepreneur #startuplife 

Never forget to build this....Ever.


The Growth Mindset: Your Secret Weapon for Success.

By working with some of the best founders and entrepreneurs globally this is what inspired me to change the way I looked at things. This also helped me to reach out to some amazing folks globally and write one of my books called Don't Sit and Brood.

What did I really learn ?

Having a growth mindset isn't just a buzzword - it's the foundation for thriving in today's dynamic world. Whether you're a hustler, marketer, leader, founder, or part of a startup, embracing challenges as opportunities to learn and grow is the key to unlocking your full potential. 

Here's how a growth mindset gives you an edge:

Resilience in the Face of Setbacks:

Setbacks are inevitable, but with a growth mindset, you see them as stepping stones, not roadblocks. You bounce back stronger and learn from every experience. 

Continuous Learning:  

Believing your skills and knowledge can develop fuels your hunger to learn and adapt. This keeps you ahead of the curve in a constantly evolving landscape.  

Embracing Challenges:  

Challenges become exciting opportunities to test your limits and discover new possibilities. This fosters innovation and opens doors to unexpected successes.  
 
Collaboration & Teamwork:  

You recognize the value of diverse perspectives and are open to feedback. This fosters strong, collaborative teams that achieve more together.  

How to Cultivate a Growth Mindset:

Focus on Effort: Recognize that success comes from hard work and dedication, not just innate talent.
 
Celebrate Progress, Not Perfection: Growth is a journey, not a destination. Acknowledge your progress, no matter how small. 

Reframe Challenges:View setbacks as opportunities to learn and grow. 

Ask yourself, "What can I learn from this?"

By adopting a growth mindset, you'll gain the resilience, adaptability, and drive to excel in your career and personal life. 

Are you ready to unlock your full potential?

Feel free to share and inspire folks around you.

Godspeed.

#growthmindset #lifelonglearning #startuplife #mentalhealth #leadership

This is for you,  yes you 


Whether you are a  -

Hustler
Startup
Founder
Leader
Writer
Small Business Owner
Entrepreneur
Employee
C Level

or anyone aspiring to be any one then this is one poster that you should keep close to you as no one will tell you this truth. Maybe put on your wall.

This is your truth not just mine.

If is about you and not me or any other person on the planet. If you plan to do some awesome things in life then 

the time is now,
plan it right away.

However there is a small little caveat.

Keep in mind that you carry your head with heart , it pays to be grounded when you do things even at the aspirational level even when you startup or do some amazing things at the enterprise level.

When you carry your head with your heart you are more chilled to do things in a more planned way irrespective of the level of disruption that you planning to do with your ideas.

But do it anyways and make sure you dent our blue planet or keep trying.

Share this with someone who needs to hear this, you never know who you end up inspiring today.

Godspeed.

#growthmindset #leadership #mentalhealth #startups #entrepreneurship 

Honest weekend question.

Everyone would remember way back moral science was a key ingredient of educations in the primary and secondary schools.

To add to it it was also considered a subject worth pondering and deciphering at the home level, where it was unlearn and relearnt.

It wasn't for marks, it was for building a great empathy loaded moral values and culture in the society as a whole.

Be honest and answer this one, as a parent, as a custodian, as a grandparent, as a student, as a teacher or just your honest brutal opinion as someone who wants to share.

Please agree to disagree in comments below.

#moralscience #empathy #mentalhealth #education 

You should listen to your "calling"


Your calling never lies to you and it is always to be heard only if you want to. Keep in mind that your calling is that opportunity that will bring to close to what you really what to do and you might be great at doing that.

If your calling is to be a writer and you are stuck in business consulting than you should explore your calling to be a writer, to start with maybe part time and then take it full time later.

So whether you are a hustler, leader, marketer, startup, founder, employee, entrepreneur or an aspiring one, this holds good for you.

Never subdue your calling mate.

Remember you know yourself,
Make sure you hear yourself.

Thats it...Period.

Feel free to share with someone who might find this useful to get things done today. You never know whom you end up inspiring.

Godspeed.

#growthmindset  #leadership #mentalhealth #success #startups 

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