Get ready to be inspired by the extraordinary journey of Chandrika Tandon —a trailblazing business leader, philanthropist, and two-time Grammy-nominated musical artist.
From breaking barriers as the first Indian-American woman elected partner at McKinsey & Company to donating a staggering $100 million to NYU, Chandrika’s life is a testament to the power of embracing one’s talents and giving back.
In this episode, she shares fascinating stories, like working for Citibank in Beirut during a civil war, how music became her anchor during a “crisis of spirit,” and why exploring your hidden talents can unlock new dimensions of your personality and life.
Chandrika believes that everyone has untapped gifts—it’s just about finding the time to embrace them.
For the last 20 years, Chandrika has dedicated herself to serving others through her musical gifts, performing benefit concerts at iconic venues like the Lincoln Center and John F. Kennedy Center. She also shares her wisdom on the healing power of music, the universal connections between Indian, Latin, Arabic, Irish and other sounds, and her heartfelt advice for living a full, meaningful life.
Don’t miss this uplifting and thought-provoking conversation!
Watch the full episode now for an unforgettable dive into music and creativity!
In this episode, she shares fascinating stories, like working for Citibank in Beirut during a civil war, how music became her anchor during a “crisis of spirit,” and why exploring your hidden talents can unlock new dimensions of your personality and life.
For the last 20 years, Chandrika has dedicated herself to serving others through her musical gifts, performing benefit concerts at iconic venues like the Lincoln Center and John F. Kennedy Center. She also shares her wisdom on the healing power of music, the universal connections between Indian, Latin, Arabic, Irish and other sounds, and her heartfelt advice for living a full, meaningful life.
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