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Welcome to the Daily Rundown! These are the top news stories for Monday, January 13 — India sets new record for startup IPOs, Cancer claims tops insurance charts, and more. 1️⃣ Startup IPOs blaze a global trail: Indian startups made history by hosting 327 IPOs (Initial Public Offering) in 2024, according to a report by Orios Venture Partners. The total valuation of unicorns reached a record $385 billion during the year, ranking India third globally in terms of the highest number of venture capital-backed tech IPOs. Manoj Kohli expects this trend to continue this year: https://lnkd.in/gqkvJPqp 2️⃣ Ultra-luxury homes in demand: Ultra-luxury homes (priced above ₹40 crore) reached an all-time high of ₹4,754 crore in overall sales across the top seven cities, reports Anarock. Out of the 59 properties sold, 52 were in Mumbai. Anuj Puri offers a glimpse into the luxury real estate market: https://lnkd.in/gCUqV8CZ 3️⃣ Cancer claims rise in 2024: Cancer-related insurance claims saw the steepest increase in 2024, especially from women beneficiaries and those aged 40+ and beyond, an analysis by MediAssist Healthcare Services shows. Treatment costs for respiratory ailments increased most. Vanshaj Veer Gupta delves into rising healthcare costs: https://lnkd.in/ga7qQe9d 4️⃣ Micro investors enter the startup arena: More startups are witnessing a surge in micro investments from angel investors, with many high-net-worth individuals contributing smaller amounts. This trend is driven by a desire to diversify portfolios and support innovative ideas, as more companies launch IPOs and buybacks. Padmaja Ruparel says angel investing is an impactful avenue for wealth creation: https://lnkd.in/gEmbiY_i 5️⃣ Banks expand recovery teams: Banks are hiring more recovery agents to tackle the rising number of loan defaults, data from TeamLease Services shows. The number of agents in the BFSI sector grew from 6,000 to 8,800 between July and December last year. Rakesh Mishra points out the need to scrutinise unregulated loan agents at  banks and NBFCs: https://lnkd.in/g585J4z3 💬 What’s your take on today’s stories? Share in the comments section. ✍️: Novinston Lobo 📷: Getty Images #DailyRundownIndia

Multitasking isn't productive as it often leads to mistakes, slower progress, and burnout, says LinkedIn member Rishav Chakrabarti. Focusing on one task at a time enhances both quality and efficiency, he says. "It’s time to celebrate being focused and attentive to one task at a time," Chakrabarti adds. What makes you more productive at work? Share your thoughts in the comments section

Passive-aggressive behavior torments the recipient. To manage it, workplace mediator Vince Sanderson recommends understanding its roots. Unexpressed frustration or fear of conflict often fuels passive-aggressiveness in the workplace. Sanderson says in Fast Company that considering the behavior doesn't mean giving it a pass — it means having empathy when finding a solution. He suggests quickly bringing up the behavior with your colleague, using neutral language to address it, and being locked into observation instead of accusation. If the conflict continues, try to further connect on a personal level, Sanderson says. 👉 How do you deal with receiving passive-aggressive behavior? Read more: https://lnkd.in/dbtbUd9X Summary ✍: Todd Dybas 📸: Getty Images

In today’s News Wrap, we ask: How can empathetic leadership drive team success? Also in the News Wrap: Bengaluru tops the list as India's most inclusive city, and the luxury EV sector sees an uptick in sales. Thanks to Sudarshan Sarma for his insights on the luxury EV market, Shreyansh S. for his thoughts on Bengaluru's inclusive work environment, and Dr. Sheetal Nair for sharing the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership. #EveningNewsWrap Source: https://lnkd.in/gpUFZGYD https://lnkd.in/g_rbvxFH https://lnkd.in/ghN65qck https://lnkd.in/g3kYBnxr https://lnkd.in/gv8wuqea ✍: Divya Pathak

“The future of retail is all about authenticity, genuine connections, personalisation, and community values," says Aishwarya Gupta, Deputy Vice President Marketing at Angel One. And further, this will lead to the rise of community-based cooperative retailing. How will cooperative retail models shape small businesses in India? Tune in as Gupta dives into this trend. Share your take using #BigIdeas2025, and check out the 5 Big Ideas that will shape India's retail industry this year: https://lnkd.in/eA5Z3x7i #LinkedInVideo ✍ : Divya Pathak 🎥 : Ajithesh Guru Prasath, Isha Chitnis, Rakshit Ravindranathan

Welcome to the Daily Rundown! These are the week’s top inspirational posts from LinkedIn members. 1️⃣ Partnerships are important Right partnerships can act as a growth catalyst both in one’s personal and professional lives. Reflecting on his experience of working with a strong team, LinkedIn member Anoop Sequeira shares that partnerships that are aligned with our vision, value, or execution are essential for long-term success. https://lnkd.in/eptx3CCc 2️⃣ Life is full of plot twists Setting plans for your life and career is great — but knowing how to react when unexpected events happen is imperative. LinkedIn Top Voice David Titeu explains how he uses the practice of non-attachment. https://lnkd.in/gia6nWcF 3️⃣ Embrace the power of 'and' Do you have a word of the year? For psychologist Steph Schmidt, it's 'and'. She writes that the word reminds her that she can take meaningful action towards her goals and values even amidst challenging times. https://lnkd.in/eNC6bTp4 4️⃣ Turn around a bad year Right from the start, founder Amanda Cua was all ready to write off 2024 as a bad year. However, things took a turn for the better. She shares her ups and downs here. https://lnkd.in/e9n9m4Wi 5️⃣ Labels don't define us Have you ever noticed how someone else's perception defines who you are? Entrepreneur Leon Qiu, PhD shares how he breaks free of the labels that used to define him. https://lnkd.in/eb68ZETv Which of these posts resonated with you the most? Share your comments below. Got an inspirational story to share? ✍️: Divya Pathak, Cathy Anderson, Brendan Wong, and Serla Rusli

Leadership isn’t about being the smartest person in the room, says LinkedIn member Rajiv Talreja. In fact, it’s about making people think and challenging the status quo, he says. "The right question can unlock answers your team didn’t even know they had," Talreja adds. What are the essential qualities of a good leader? Share your thoughts in the comments section.

Welcome to the Daily Rundown! Here’s some career advice for the weekend — Chart your learning journey, Setting realistic goals, and more. 1️⃣ Staying on the right track Self-reflection can help you measure progress during your learning journey, senior business analyst Komal Agarwal shares. To ensure you are headed in the right direction, examine if explaining your learnings to a peer or a mentee seems easy, ask insightful questions, and embrace challenges. “Notice how your curiosity evolves over time,” Agarwal says. https://lnkd.in/gvrC2dYC 2️⃣ Crafting attainable goals Don’t aim for perfection when setting goals, Salesforce’s Senior Design Director Karthi Subbaraman says. Reflecting on her approach, she shares that she started out with setting smaller targets and built confidence along the way. “Remember, it's not confidence that breeds action, but action that builds confidence,” she adds. https://lnkd.in/gxSgq2Cd 3️⃣ Discover your true calling The path to finding passion and purpose is often lined with detours, experiments, and curiosity, entrepreneur Rahul Jain says. And if you find yourself in the middle of this journey harbouring a new idea or a thought, “it’s okay to start small…and see where that passion takes you,” he says. It’s important to find a purpose that goes beyond serving yourself, he adds. https://lnkd.in/gxbrpRcS   4️⃣ Cut through the clutter Journalling isn’t just a productivity hack, but works as a mental anchor, chartered accountant Riddhi Agrawal says. It was while preparing for the CA exam that Agrawal adopted this practice to help her declutter her mind. Maintaining a target tracker was another tool that enabled her to stay accountable by breaking down bigger goals into daily tasks, she shares. https://lnkd.in/gC62J5Dx 5️⃣ Presenting with impact How to make video presentations that stand out? In today’s age of shorter attention spans, data analyst NAVEEN S recommends keeping it 10 to 15 minutes long. Divide the presentation into different segments, seek feedback before hitting record, and add a dash of creativity through different formats, he adds. https://lnkd.in/gAcAjg8K 💡 What practices do you apply to create engaging presentations? Share your thoughts below. ✍️: Dipal Desai 📷: Getty Images #DailyRundownIndia

More Indians are now learning AI skills, which highlights the growing optimism around its impact, Brinda Sarkar reports for The Economic Times, citing a survey by Bosch's Tech Compass. Nearly 59% of the surveyed respondents are engaged in self learning AI skills or have enrolled themselves in basic AI courses, the survey finds. “Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we work. This year’s report emphasises on the accelerating need for AI skills at the workplace and how we can harness it for greater productivity and success,” says Guruprasad Mudlapur, President of the Bosch Group in India and Managing Director of Bosch Limited. Around 84% of the surveyed Indians also believe that technological progress will improve the world, with nearly 63% identifying AI as the most influential technology in the next decade. However, the survey also highlights certain concerns such as job displacement in manual and cognitive roles, plagiarism risks, and the potential for greater social inequality, the report adds. How will AI skills shape the future of work? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts in the comments section. Source: https://lnkd.in/g3HMFAUr ✍: Divya Pathak

New year, same old job. So, how do you boost motivation? Time management coach Elizabeth Grace Saunders says to be grateful for what's good. She writes in Fast Company that listing three positive things about your job helps remind you that it's not all bad. Saunders also suggests improving your time management. That could help reduce hours spent at work, or lower your stress levels by upping your productivity. And, if you're seeking mentorship or more flexibility, ask for what you need. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gwgPHEg8 Summary ✍: Todd Dybas 📸: Getty Images