🎧 Join Avinash Tripathi at the LexDiscuss Cafe for an engaging deep dive into the world of finance and career choices with special guest Shiv Bhushan Upadhyay, a seasoned Chartered Accountant (CA) turned Financial Consultant at Inventya Ltd. In this episode, they unravel Shiv’s unique dynamics of earning in British Pounds while residing in India. They discuss the social and financial aspects of settling abroad, offering practical insights on negotiating pay scales and the role of coaching institutes in facilitating international placements.
🔍 Key Discussion Points:
1. From CA to Working for a Company Abroad:
Shiv shares how he secured an opportunity to work for a UK-based company despite being a qualified CA from India.
2. Earning in British Pounds:
The unique experience of living in India while earning in GBP—a financial perspective worth exploring.
3. Settling Abroad and Pay Scales:
The social validation associated with moving abroad and practical advice on negotiating pay scales.
4. Coaching Institutes and Placements:
Shiv’s take on coaching institutes promising overseas placements and the fees they typically charge.
5. CA vs. Lawyers:
A lively debate on communication skills—do lawyers outshine CAs?
6. CA or MBA? Advice for Family:
Shiv’s recommendation for family members torn between CA and MBA paths.
7. Financial Analytics Journey:
Insights from Shiv’s Executive Diploma in Financial Analytics at IIM Jammu.
8. Generative AI Trends:
Observations on how AI advancements can assist finance professionals.
9. Rapid-Fire Round:
- Morning Person or Night Owl?
- Favorite Finance Book?
- Demystifying a Financial Term?
- Dream Travel Destination?
- Coffee or Chai?
- Grounding Hobby Outside of Work?
10. Wearing Multiple Hats:
Shiv reflects on roles—from financial analysis to management consulting—that resonate with him.
Tune in for financial wisdom, career insights, and a dash of rapid-fire fun! ☕💼🌎
Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not constitute professional advice.
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