In the latest episode of MedtronicTalks Asia, host Masooma Pathre, Director, Communications, Asia, engages in a captivating conversation with Matt Walter, Chief Human Resources Officer, Medtronic, exploring his journey, leadership insights, and strategies for success. Matt shares his career trajectory, highlighting the pivotal role of psychology and business in shaping his path.

Discussing the significance of culture in a globalized workforce, Matt underscores Medtronic's mission-driven culture and commitment to innovation as key drivers of success. He elaborates on the challenges of fostering a strong culture amidst diverse demographics and virtual work environments, emphasizing the role of purposeful connection and inclusivity.  Drawing from his sporting background, he emphasizes the importance of rest as a critical component of peak performance, offering a unique perspective on work-life balance.

00.01 to 00.45: About Matt Walter

00.46 to 03.55: Organizational Psychology

03.56 to 06.34: Cultural experience

06.35 to 10.36: The drivers of a strong, positive culture

10.37 to 12.17: Staying connected in a virtual world

12.18 to 15.45: The Future of Jobs

15.46 to 19.09: The Role of Luck in One’s Career

19.10 to 21.59: Importance of rest for peak performance

22.00 to 22.47: Life outside of work

22.48 to 24.28: Book recommendations by Matt

24.30 to 25.05: Thank you, Matt!

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Where to find our speaker and host:

Matt Walter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-walter-60a197b/

Masooma Pathre: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masooma-sandeep-76b5427/

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Book recommendations by Matt:

American Icon: Alan Mulally and the Fight to Save Ford Motor Company – by Bryce G. Hoffman

Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike – by Phil Knight 

First Flight: The Wright Brothers and the Invention of the Airplane – by T. A. Heppenheimer

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Reference:

https://www.weforum.org/publications/the-future-of-jobs-report-2023/

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Torod Neptune, SVP and Chief Communication Officer, Global Communications and Corporate Marketing, Medtronic joins us for an engaging conversation at our recently inaugurated expanded facility of Medtronic Engineering & Innovation Center in Hyderabad, India. Torod shared his dynamic journey filled with valuable lessons and perspectives on leadership. He highlighted the significance of improving daily and effective communication in achieving success.

Throughout the exchange, Torod highlights his experiences across Asia, underscoring the richness of diversity and inclusivity he encountered. He expressed how immersing himself in different cultures ignites his creativity and influences his approach to leadership. Tune in as he offers pearls of wisdom from his rich experience.

00.01 – 00.26: Welcome to Medtronic Talks Asia

00.27 – 00.59: Welcoming Torod Neptune

01.00 – 02.45: Early sparks of inspiration

02.45 – 05.20: The Evolving Challenges of Communication

05.21 – 07.56: Creating a culture of togetherness

07.57 – 10.48: Blank-slate thinking

10.49 – 15.28: Learning and growing through diversity

15.29 – 17.43: Leadership style

17.44 – 21.08: Driving influence and engagement

21.09 – 25.13: What makes us a better employee?

25.14 – 28.02: Taking tough decisions

28.03 – 29.53: The food connoisseurs

29.54 – 31.33: Book recommendations by Torod

Where to find our speaker and host:

Torod Neptune: https://www.linkedin.com/in/torodneptune/

Masooma Pathre: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masooma-sandeep-76b5427/

Book recommendations by Torod:

Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action – by Simon Sinek

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less – by Greg McKeown

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Dive into the fascinating journey of Emma Press, Vice President, Legal, Asia RLM, ANZ & Japan at Medtronic. 

Emma has a lot to share about handling tough situations at work, managing her career and family life, and effectively setting boundaries.

She also shares her arsenal of interesting and effective decision-making tools; ensuring her every decision aligns with the Medtronic mindset of ‘Delivering Results…the Right Way’. 

Emma is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion, especially by supporting and coaching young women in their careers. Apart from work, she enjoys sailing, journalism, and storytelling. Listen in as she discusses her vision for a fairer future where every voice is heard, valued, and celebrated.

In this episode, we cover-

00.07 – 01.37: About Emma Press

01.38 – 02.42: The Questionolgist

02.43 – 05.27: Delivering results...the right way! 

05.28 – 08.33: Navigating sticky situations

08.34 – 10.22: Approaching decision-making responsibly

10.23 – 13.22: Elevating diversity & inclusivity

13.23 – 15.24: Take charge of your happiness

15.25 – 16.53: Importance of setting boundaries

16.54 – 20.08: Journalism, storytelling & Coaching

20.09 – 22.41: Oh, the Places You’ll Go! 

22.42 – 23.06: Lessons learnt

Where to find our speaker and host

Emma Press: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-press-1a161430/

Masooma Pathre: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masooma-sandeep-76b5427/

The article mentioned by Emma:

The Making of a Corporate Athlete – by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz (Harvard Business Review)

Book Recommendations by Emma:

Oh, the Places You’ll Go! – by Dr. Suess

Time Wise: Productivity Secrets of the World's Most Successful People – by Amantha Imber

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Michael Blackwell is the Managing Director and Vice President of Medtronic India, with over two decades of healthcare experience and global exposure of working across continents.

Known for his candor and discipline, Michael talks about his early days, the people who influenced him, and how he relates to the Medtronic mindset of ‘Act boldly’.

In this episode, Michael responds to questions on risk-taking, his fitness regime, and how he handles bad days at work.

Join us as we navigate the leadership styles and the Medtronic mindset- the cultural norms we uphold at our company.

In this episode, we cover-

00.01-00.37: About MedtronicTalks Asia

00.38-01.54: About Michael Blackwell

01.55-03.27: Global career experience

03.28-06.02: Learnings from sports

07.16-08.57: Leadership Style

08.58-12.04: Cultivating ‘Act Boldly’ mindset

11.48-13.21: Importance of failing fast

13.22-16.47: Am I White? Am I Black? Who am I?

16.48-19.15: Handling bad days

19.16-20.48: Fitness routine

20.49-22.13: Single Tasking

22.14-23.55: Favorite books

23.56-26.01: Leave the World better than you found it

26.02-26.29: Our next episode guest

Where to find our speaker and host

Michael Blackwell : https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-blackwell-96aa632/

Masooma Pathre  : https://www.linkedin.com/in/masooma-sandeep-76b5427/

Book Recommendations by Michael:

The QBQ- The Question behind the Question by John G Miller

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

Credits for quotes used:

Don’t walk behind me quote by Albert Camus

Walk with the Dreamers quote by Wilfred Peterson

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