Don't Take Life For Granted. Make the Most of it

Don't Take Life For Granted. Make the Most of it

Author: MAKARAND UTPAT November 10, 2021 Duration: 14:00

In this episode, we have Makarand Utpat, an award-winning book author, speaker, business advisor, and social entrepreneur. His expertise in different topics such as digital marketing and personal development is sought out by others who wanted to turn around crises or conflicts into opportunities. Today, Makarand talks about when we take things for granted, the things we are granted get taken.

Life is too short.

[0:22]

Makarand shares how his colleague John Caroll lost his life because of a car accident. Life is Short! You May Be Alive Now, but You May Die Anytime. The reality is that you never know what will happen tomorrow. Life is a wild journey with no guarantees. So, take advantage of the opportunity that comes your way since there are no rewinds of reality, just memories. Our time here on earth is minimal. And how we respect to time will increase our chances of fulfillment. Life is too brief to be concerned with anything.

Inspired by others.

[7:07]

Makarand mentioned that John inspired him too well in all aspects of life. It's a remarkable achievement to be remembered in a good way after death. Most people believe that looking so far ahead is a waste of time, but it can be beneficial in my experience. By living one's life with this posthumous goal in mind, one immediately starts to solve specific challenges and focuses on making some constructive changes to live.

Do it now.

[10:47]

Whatever ideas, feelings, or visions you have, only go about following them and moving on them. We've been through a lot in terms of being trapped and incarcerated because of such detailed things that are being produced.


Hosted by MAKARAND UTPAT, The New Age of Influence is a conversation about what it really takes to stand out and lead in today's crowded landscape. Each episode digs into the practical and personal sides of building something that matters, whether that's a brand, a business, or a lasting reputation. You'll hear frank discussions on marketing, the psychology of branding, and the often-messy journeys through success and failure. Makarand draws from his own experiences and brings in a variety of voices through interviews, all focused on the core idea of personal excellence. The aim isn't just theoretical inspiration; it's about actionable shifts in mindset and method. Tuning into this podcast means engaging with ideas that challenge your current approach, encouraging you to refine how you operate. It's about developing the clarity and resilience to not only grow your influence but to use it meaningfully-to connect more authentically with your audience and create impact that translates into tangible progress for your work. This is for entrepreneurs and business thinkers ready to move beyond surface-level advice and invest in the deeper work required to move the needle.
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