Grace Puma and Christiana Smith Shi, former executives of PepsiCo and Nike, respectively, and co-authors of "Career Forward" share invaluable insights on achieving success in business and life. From setting a cardinal direction to embracing ambition, they offer practical advice for navigating one's career path. Discover how to build professional equity, overcome challenges, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Tune in for inspiration and actionable strategies to propel your career forward.

00:01:31 – The Backstory

00:02:52 – Finding the Work/Life Balance

00:04:23 – Figuring Out What to Do

00:07:20 – Creating a Personal GPS

00:09:46 – A 360 Focus on Choices

00:13:41 – In the Great Reshuffle

00:18:08 – The Value of Diversity

00:21:14 – Who Do You Turn To?

00:26:43 – Being a “Growth Stock”

00:28:38 – The Underdog Advantage

00:33:11 – Changing the System

00:37:32 – Maintain Your Personal Life

00:44:22 – Comfortable Travel Tips

00:46:38 – Advice for the Modern Woman

00:50:47 – The “A” Word

00:54:17 – Negotiating Your Salary

00:59:25 – Switching Gears

01:03:08 – The Age of “Quiet Quitting”

01:06:39 – Fighting for Purpose Not Power

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Career Forward Strategies from Women Who’ve Made It

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