Atalanta Diaries Breakthrough Women in Conversation with Enma Popli

Atalanta Diaries Breakthrough Women in Conversation with Enma Popli

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  • EP 92: Enma’s Musings – The Power of Vulnerability in Building Trust and Psychological Safety

    In this episode, Enma discusses how vulnerability has served as a success factor for her Atalantas, helping them build trust, foster meaningful connections, and create psychological safety within their teams.

    This episode highlights stories from five inspiring Atalantas who have embraced vulnerability as a leadership strength, cultivating authentic human connections along the way. 

    • Kim Kirkconnell: Vice President and Head of Global Digital Supply Chain and Finance at Kimberly-Clark. Kim speaks to the power of honesty during tough days, showing how sharing her struggles with her team builds trust and collective resilience. (Episode 19)
    • Monica Retamal: Social entrepreneur and Executive Director of Fundación Kodea in Chile. Monica embraces directness in addressing conflict, fostering an environment where open, honest dialogue strengthens team connection and safety. (Episode 81)
    • Jenny Dearborn: HR thought leader and advocate for neurodiversity. Jenny opens up about her journey to disclose her neurodiversity after years of silence, demonstrating how vulnerability can pave the way for greater inclusion and empathy. (Episode 15)
    • Alina Alam: Founder and CEO of Mitti Cafe. Alina recounts the challenges of building her business from the ground up, sharing how being open about these struggles has allowed her to create a network of resilience and support. (Episode 74)
    • Devika Bulchandani: Global CEO of Ogilvy. Devika shares how embracing her human side, especially in high-stakes moments, builds a sense of shared experience and strength within her team. (Episode 56)


      • Enma also reflects on her own journey and experience as an executive coach, sharing how vulnerability has become a foundation of her work. By sharing her own story, she builds trust with clients and creates safe spaces for open, authentic conversation.

      This episode invites listeners to reflect on their leadership journeys: How can embracing vulnerability deepen connections and create stronger teams. Vulnerability isn’t one-size-fits-all; it takes different forms for everyone and is most effective when it feels genuine and true to one's  leadership style.

      If you know someone who might benefit from this episode, please consider sharing it. Stay tuned for the next musing, where Enma will explore self-awareness as another critical success factor, revealing how it can empower leaders to thrive by looking inward and understanding the power they hold to manage both stress and success.


      Connect with Enma Popli on Linkedin: 

      >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/enmapopli/



      Visit Enma Popli's website

      >> http://www.enmapopli.com/


      18 min
    • Ep 91: [Republish] Dr. Linnie S. Carter: Inspiring Success -A Leader's Commitment to Community College Education and Philanthropy

      Dr. Linnie S. Carter is an educator, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She holds significant positions as the Vice President of College Advancement at HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College, and the Executive Director of the HACC Foundation. She also serves as the President and CEO of Linnie Carter & Associates LLC, a consulting firm specializing in public relations, marketing, fundraising, and executive services.

      In 2011, Linnie co-founded Carter Scholars Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing financial assistance to students in Virginia, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. With an impressive educational background, she holds a Ph.D. in Community College Leadership from Old Dominion University, along with master's and bachelor's degrees in Mass Communications from Virginia Commonwealth University. Linnie has also been recognized with the prestigious Accredited in Public Relations (APR) designation from the Public Relations Society of America.

      Linnie actively engages in various professional and community organizations, including Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations, and PRSA. Her remarkable contributions have earned her numerous accolades, reflecting her dedication and expertise. These include the Central Penn Business Journal's Women of Influence Awards, which honors women business leaders for their contributions to their companies, industries, and communities in 2020, as well as the Bruce E. Cooper, Esq. Leadership Award in 2016.

      With over 26 years of marriage, Linnie finds joy in her role as a bonus mom, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, godmother, and mentor.

      Key themes emerging out of our conversation:

      • Dealing with racism and misogyny
      • Striving for excellence rather than perfection.
      • Understanding that people work at different paces.
      • Viewing apology as a sign of strength and leadership.
      • Being an advocate for other women and uplifting them.
      • Not giving permission for mistreatment and standing up against it.
      • Allowing children to face the real world rather than shielding them 
      • Seeing correction as an act of care and an opportunity for growth.
      • Having multiple revenue streams instead of relying on a single source.
      • Competing with oneself for personal growth and continuous improvement



        • Connect with Enma Popli on Linkedin: 

        >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/enmapopli/


        Visit Enma Popli’s website

        >> http://www.enmapopli.com/

        1 hr 5 min
      • EP 90: The Unstoppable Storyteller: Award-Winning Filmmaker Vibha Bakshi's Mission to Sensitize, Not Sensationalize

        (Hon) Dr. Vibha Bakshi is a critically acclaimed, multi-award-winning film director and producer and the recipient of four National Film Awards, the highest recognition in Indian cinema. She has also been awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Boston University for her work as a filmmaker and journalist.

        Vibha's latest film, "Son Rise," is a multi-award-winning documentary that challenges gender injustice globally, winning the National Film Award for Best Film (non-feature). It has been selected by the UN Academic Impact to promote human rights in 1,400 institutions across 147 countries and is showcased as part of the #HeForShe movement. Her previous film, "Daughters of Mother India," addressed rape and gender violence, becoming the most-awarded social campaign in the world in 2017.

         

        Key themes emerging out of our conversation:


        • Without Hope, no Fight can be won.
        • Access is Key to Documentary Filmmaking.
        • Using Difference to their Advantage.
        • Becoming one with the Subjects to earn Trust.
        • The Power of Storytelling Can Influence Mindsets.
        • It is easy to Sensationalize, but very hard to Sensitize.
        • Humor, even in the toughest situations, keeps you going.
        • Once things get Uncomfortable, people tend to Step Back.
        • Accolades Open Doors and Amplify Voices of Change-Makers.
        • You cannot find your Role Models solely in a Bollywood Hero.
        • With Privilege comes Responsibility; how do you use your Voice?
        • When the Intent is Right, the Universe Conspires to Make Things Happen.
        • Unless Police are Gender-Sensitized, Justice will continue to be Delayed.
        • For those more Blessed, the question becomes - How do you Pay It Forward?
        • Leaving your own Biases, Prejudices, and Judgments adds Perspective to Storytelling.
        • Boys and Men part of Movement for Change when addressing Burning Issues like Rape.





          • Connect with Enma Popli on Linkedin: 

          >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/enmapopli/


          Visit Enma Popli's website

          >> http://www.enmapopli.com/

          44 min
        • EP 89: From Good Girl to Consequential Leader: Devika Bulchandani on Challenging Old Codes and Forging New Power Structures

          Devika Bulchandani is a world-class marketer who leads with passion, purpose, and an uncompromising focus on creating impact. As Global CEO of Ogilvy, she is responsible for all aspects of the creative network's business, spanning Advertising, PR, Consulting, Relationship Design, and Health across over 120 offices in 90 countries. Under her leadership, Ogilvy has been recognized as the leading agency for creative excellence and effectiveness in the world by the World Advertising Research Center's annual ranking (WARC). Devika has received numerous recognitions for her contributions and leadership, including the Matrix Award by New York Women in Communications, Working Mother of the Year by She Runs It, and the ADCOLOR Innovator award.

           

          Key themes emerging out of our conversation:

          • From Good Girl to Consequential Girl.
          • Positive Human Energy is a Force Multiplier.
          • Need to Break Centuries of Preordained Codes.
          • Select friends who can ask for 'Dev talk' at any time. 
          • Navigating Challenges to Earn a Seat at the Table.
          • No Justifications, just Rectification,Saying Sorry.
          • The most important Freedom is Economic Freedom.
          • Leadership is Taking Responsibility for Team Failures.
          • Being a global leader means giving up control and having influence.
          • Can't Change the Environment; the only thing under Our Control is Self.
          • Advertising a Force to Create Systemic Change in Laws and Policies.
          • Own what you want; Saying it is the First Step, even if you don't get it.
          • Getting a Seat of Power is just the Start; Real Change begins once there.
          • The Moment we Stop being a Work in Progress, We might as well be Dead.
          • You can't talk about Equity and Equality in the World if it doesn't exist in Marriage.



            • Connect with Enma Popli on Linkedin: 

            >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/enmapopli/



            Visit Enma Popli's website

            >> http://www.enmapopli.com/

            50 min
          • Ep 88: Enma's Musings: No One Succeeds Alone – Unlocking the Power of Mentorship and Strong Networks

            In this episode, Enma shifts the focus to Mentorship and Allyship as critical success factors that have helped her Atalantas thrive in their personal and professional journeys. She also reflects on her own experiences with mentorship and shares how building strong alliances has been pivotal in her growth.

            The episode highlights the stories of four inspiring Atalantas across fields and their perspectives on mentoring and allyship:

            • Diane Schwartz: Chief Information Officer of Johnson Controls, Diane highlights the importance of allyship and how a network of female CIOs collaborated to support each other's success. (Episode 78)
            • Vedika Bhandarkar: CEO of Water.org, Vedika recalls how a colleague publicly acknowledged her ideas in a board meeting, underscoring the power of allyship. (Episode 44)
            • Asha Kharga: Asha shares how a mentor's advice to step into an unfamiliar role transformed her career by building leadership skills outside her marketing expertise. (Episode 47)
            • Annette Clayton: Former CEO of Schneider Electric, Annette shared how mentoring others helped her gain unexpected insights and improve challenging relationships in her professional journey. (Episode 43)


              • This episode serves as a reminder that no one succeeds alone. It invites listeners to think about their own mentors and allies, and encourages them to consider how they can help guide or support someone else in return.



              Connect with Enma Popli on Linkedin: 

              >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/enmapopli/


              Visit Enma Popli's website

              >> http://www.enmapopli.com/

              18 min
            • Ep 87: [Republish] Breaking Barriers: Devita Saraf's Unconventional Entrepreneurial Odyssey

              Devita started her entrepreneurial journey at the age of 24 by founding the Vu Group in California, a leader in high-end consumer electronics. Vu Televisions has a revenue of Rs.1000 Cr ($130 Million) that has sold more than 3 million televisions to date. Her passion for technology, leadership and innovation has led Vu to become the highest-selling Indian-owned TV brand in the world, and her speech to the Prime Minister at the Young CEO Champions of Change initiative had an impact on the government's Make in India manufacturing policy.

              Devita is the richest self-made woman in India under 40, according to the Hurun Report, and has been listed among Fortune's Top 50 Most Powerful Women in India. She also wrote an Op-Ed column for the Wall Street Journal for two years and is an astute observer and speaker on subjects such as leadership, entrepreneurship, innovation, technology and the empowerment of women in business. 

              Devita was named 'India's Model CEO' by Forbes for being the first businesswoman in the world to appear in her brand's advertising campaigns and since then has collaborated with luxury brands worldwide. 

              She is an alumna of the University of Southern California and Harvard Business School.

              Key themes emerging out of our conversation:

              • Respect is a two-way street.
              • Encountering challenges in finding investors. 
              • Recognizing what you're good at and building on it.
              • Guiding values and principles in stakeholder engagement.
              • How life and experiences helped see the entrepreneur within. 
              • Being secure, hiring people who are younger and smarter than you.
              • Surround yourself with people who will support you, role models.
              • Following the path of the men in the house, having respect and power.
              • Making your own money and having the right mindset, not playing victim.
              • What happened, why did it happen, and what are we going to do next time?
              • Entrepreneurship and modelling, embracing the beautiful and intelligent side.
              • No one invites you to be a king or queen. You have to decide that on your own.
              • Navigating working dynamics with family members to establish mutual respect.



                • Connect with Enma Popli on Linkedin: 

                >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/enmapopli/


                Visit Enma Popli's website

                >> http://www.enmapopli.com/


                55 min
              • Ep 86: Creating a World of Possibilities: Nicky P. Kaur's Journey of Faith and Trust at Chandigarh Spinal Rehab

                Nicky P. Kaur, a successful entrepreneur with over 21 years of leadership experience, shifted her focus from business to a cause close to her heart: standing up for those who can't. This passion led her to start Chandigarh Spinal Rehab, where she serves as founder and CEO. Her journey of faith has resulted in a unique and holistic rehabilitation center in India dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries. Today, Chandigarh Spinal Rehab stands as a beacon of hope, providing comprehensive care and life-enhancing support under Nicky's visionary leadership.

                Key themes emerging out of our conversation:

                • Flowing Karma, Band on Wheels.
                • Need for Meaning and Substance in life.
                • Shifting Mindset from Pity to Recognizing Abilities.
                • Handpicking the Team, Strength of the Organization.
                • Paraplegia is a multi-disability, not a condition present from birth.
                • The Camaraderie, Strength, and Positivity as a catalyst for change.
                • Helping find a life of Dreams, Exposing to a World of Possibilities.
                • Faith and Trust that inspired the journey and continue to sustain it.
                • Sounding Boards in the journey: Daughters in the past, Team in the present.
                • Daughters are an integral part of life, leaving a significant void when they move on.
                • Laughter is very important; it bids goodbye to many woes without conscious effort.
                • No need to seek validation or explain oneself to society; Judgments will always exist.
                • Challenging for any woman to step out of her comfort zone and stand up for her vision. 
                • Unwavering support and encouragement from my father to become a woman of substance.



                  • Connect with Enma Popli on Linkedin: 

                  >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/enmapopli/


                  Visit Enma Popli's website

                  >> http://www.enmapopli.com/

                  38 min
                • Ep 85: 87 Years of Legacy: Professor Sita Kapadia's Inspiring Journey of Lifelong Learning, Creative Pursuits, and Kasturba Gandhi's Biography

                  Sita Kapadia is Professor Emeritus of English, Asian Literature, and World Literature at the City University of New York. Born and raised in India, Sita grew up in a progressive and humanitarian family deeply rooted in Gandhian values, with her father's principles and her mother's extraordinary artistic talent shaping her worldview.

                  Sita's journey has taken her from India to Singapore and Malaysia and finally to the United States, where she has made significant contributions to education. She is the author of The Woman Beside Gandhi: A Biography of Kasturba, Wife of the Mahatma, a work deeply connected to her family's values and her childhood desire to meet Kasturba Gandhi.

                  In addition to her academic achievements, Sita is a self-trained artist, sculptor, and master gardener. Now almost 88 years old, she continues to embody resilience, creativity, and a lifelong passion for learning. Her life and work are a testament to the enduring power of art, education, and storytelling.

                   

                  Key themes emerging out of our conversation:

                  • Every day might bring something new to learn.
                  • The importance of having invincible faith and belief.
                  • Acknowledging the regret of not cultivating certain friendships.
                  • Resilience, humility, and quiet leadership learned from Kasturba.
                  • If the soul is eager and there is a desire, anything can be achieved.
                  • An unusually progressive upbringing where equality was at its core.
                  • My experience as a teacher in the prison was deeply humane and enlightening.
                  • The spark to write Kasturba's story came from a drive to seek more answers.
                  • Literature is a medium that cuts through life's busyness, revealing core truths.
                  • A feisty spirit from the mother and progressive Gandhian values from the father.
                  • If the soul is eager and there is a genuine desire to help, anything can be achieved.
                  • A true Vaishnava follower of the Lord is one who understands the pain of another.
                  • Patience and support from a partner enabled the pursuit of interests and ambitions.



                    • Connect with Enma Popli on Linkedin:

                    >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/enmapopli/


                    Visit Enma Popli's website

                    >> http://www.enmapopli.com/

                    40 min
                  • EP 84: Enma's Musings: Breaking Through Obstacles, Imposter Syndrome, Fear, and Self-Doubt Through Perseverance

                    In this episode, Enma highlights Perseverance as the first key success factor to emerge from the stories of the Atalanta’s on the podcast. She reflects on how Perseverance has influenced her life and the journeys of the remarkable women she's interviewed, revisiting some of the impactful moments from past episodes.

                    Through the lens of Perseverance, the episode highlights the stories of four inspiring women from different fields:

                    • Mridula Jain revolutionized India's shawl industry by breaking through Legal Barriers. (Episode 38)
                    • Vanessa Van Ameyde navigated imposter syndrome through Strategic Preparation.(Episode 79)
                    • Radha Kessar conquered self-doubt despite an exemplary Academic Career. (Episode 20)
                    • Abha Narain Lambah transformed fear into a driving force for Heritage Conservation.(Episode 32).

                      • This episode acts as a guide, offering a moment to reflect on the perseverance that has carried you through your own challenges. Through these stories, Enma provides an opportunity to pause, consider, and gather new insights that will help you continue to Persevere on your path.



                      Connect with Enma Popli on Linkedin: 

                      >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/enmapopli/



                      Visit Enma Popli's website

                      >> http://www.enmapopli.com/


                      16 min
                    • Ep 83:[Republish] Preserving India's Rich Craftsmanship: Award-Winning Designer Rina Singh, Founder of Eka Design Studio

                      Rina Singh's roots are in rural North India, where she was raised within a culture of family and community craftsmanship, which continues to influence her. She has experience researching and developing indigenous Indian textile techniques with NIFT Gandhinagar, where she worked as an assistant professor. She gained international fashion insight through her travels and work with an international design studio based in Prato, Italy, and with Wills Lifestyle, where she headed the women's wear category.

                      In 2011, Rina Singh launched "ekà," primarily working with textile craftspeople in rural Western and Eastern India to develop natural and sustainable fabrics in modern yet enduring silhouettes.

                      Eka` means one in Sanskrit and describes a one-of-a-kind product for women who wear their hearts on their sleeves and attitude in their clothes.

                      Rina Singh made history as the first designer from India to collaborate with the global apparel conglomerate Uniqlo for the launch of its first-ever Kurta collection, available across stores globally, for the AW19 and SS20 seasons.

                      She received the Chairman's Scholarship from Wigan & Leigh College to study fashion in the UK in 1998. In 2015, she was awarded the Elle India Graduates Award. In 2016, she was a runner-up at the Vogue India Fashion Fund and a regional finalist from India for the prestigious International Woolmark Prize. In 2019, Rina Singh was awarded the Vogue Power List - Minimalist Designer of the Year and featured as Harper Bazaar's Women of the Year.

                      Key themes emerging out of our conversation:

                      • Education was not a right, and she had to earn it. 
                      • Creating the Eka Tribe and building the community.
                      • Rina's relationship with her different mentors, her confidant.
                      • Strong women are often silenced more than empowered.
                      • Discover how Rina's scholarship paved the path to where she stands today.
                      • How reading served as a refuge during challenging times, an escape.
                      • She recognized her place in the world of fashion and that everyone rises together.
                      • Fashion is not just an attire but a means of expressing one's personality and individuality.
                      • Values of simple village life, rural surroundings, and elements like earth, water, air, and nature and their influence on Rina's work and perspective.
                      • Highly skilled and dexterous craft should not merely survive but thrive and become a form of art.



                        • Connect with Enma Popli on Linkedin: 

                        >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/enmapopli/


                        Visit Enma Popli's website

                        >> http://www.enmapopli.com/


                        1 hr 1 min

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                      In 'Atalanta Diaries,' Enma Popli interviews breakthrough women including CEOs, Artists, Athletes, and Scientists, sharing their unique stories to inspire listeners. Born from a profound 'WHY,' AD is…