May 15, 2023

041 Sudha Mahajan: The Importance of Soft Skills in the Age of Automation

33 minutes

In this episode, we hear from Sudha Mahajan, a product executive with over 19 years of experience in digital media, e-commerce, marketplaces, generative and cognitive AI, and cloud technology. Sudha shares her career journey and offers advice to those who want to pursue a similar career path. She stresses the importance of being flexible and adapting to change, having a positive attitude, and finding inspiration in role models. Sudha also debunks a common myth about product management and shares her favorite books and resources. She emphasizes the importance of having principles and finding one's voice in the workplace, and the value of lifelong learning. Throughout the episode, Sudha shares her personal experiences and offers insightful quotes, including one from Mahatma Gandhi: "be the change you want to see in the world."

What You'll Learn:

Be flexible in your career path as the role you start with may take multiple shapes and forms.

Attitude of optimism and being positive is crucial to succeeding in any career.

Finding your voice and defining your principles is important in the beginning of your career.

Resources Mentioned:

Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World by Adam Grant

Culture Code by Daniel Coyle

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Sean Covey

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