What One Book I Recommend?

What One Book I Recommend?

Author: MAKARAND UTPAT August 1, 2021 Duration: 2:18

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 shares a story about how a book helps him in his struggles.

One Book

[0:17] Makarand suggested a book called One Thing by Garry Keller and Jay Papasan, which has countless recognition like the New York Times bestseller award and Amazon bestseller and has been translated in 27 languages.

Core Meaning

[0:30] The book discusses the value of simplifying one’s workload by focusing on the one most important task in any given project. No matter how success is measured, personal or professional, only the ability to dismiss distractions and concentrate on your one thing stands between you and your goals.


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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