Empowered Leaders in Tech

24. The Mindset of an Inspiring Successful Woman in IT - Interview with Riona Rooplal


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Since the day I met Riona I knew how her story could inspire others and in this episode, I am very pleased to share the mindset behind this incredible woman. 

Riona Rooplal followed her natural talents into project management and passion for architecture. As a young woman leading architectural projects, Riona went on to lead an ATM roll out with the largest bank in South Africa.

Before embarking on a new journey, with the growth mindset and focus on her goals and how she can build the life she wanted, Riona shows us what it takes to move to a new country, without speaking the language, to complete an MBA and build a consulting business. Riona is now the Founder of Ribicology Consulting embarking on building a business across Europe.

If you wonder what the mindset of a successful person in tech sounds like, listen to this interview and get insight to develop yours. 

Episode Summary

  • Life's Goals & Bucket Lists
  • Where do you get your mindset from?
  • Questions we should all be asking
  • About the MBA & thesis?
  • What is success?
  • Resilience & mindset 
  • What is the future?
  • What drives you?
  • Time Blocking
  • What advice would you have given your younger self? 


Riona also explains that she constantly plans to the future answering these questions:

  • Where do you I see myself in 1, 5 & 10 years time?
  • What do I need to do to achieve this? 
  • And what is manageable that we've got to start tomorrow?
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Empowered Leaders in TechBy Sue Parker