Redefining Ambition: A Candid Conversation with Veda Persad
Ambition can be a driving force for success, but what does it really take to build a meaningful career? Is it about meticulous planning, or does growth happen organically through curiosity and opportunity? In today’s conversation, we sit down with Veda Persad, a highly respected executive at Northern Trust India, to unpack the nuances of […]
The Stories That Hold Women Back at Work with Mette Johansson
Welcome to The Conscious Woman Podcast, where we delve into the pervasive myths that perpetuate gender inequality in the workplace. In this episode, join your host, Bhavna Toor, as she engages with Mette Johansson—award-winning consultant, speaker, author, and coach. Drawing insights from her latest book, Narratives – the stories that hold women back at work, […]
Creating a Gender Equitable World with Swetha Totapally
Join your host, Bhavna Toor, as she delves into the deep-rooted gender biases women face from childhood with her guest, Swetha Totapally. In this enlightening conversation, Swetha—Partner and Regional Director for Asia-Pacific at Dalberg Advisors—shares her insights on how early gender biases shape our society and impact women’s opportunities. Together, they explore the intersection of […]
Neelam Makhijani – Country Director and CEO – ChildFund India
I’m Neelam Makhijani, Country Director and CEO of ChildFund India, and this is how I Lead from Within Neelam Makhijani’s courage is made up of gentler elements like intuition, faith and the openness to accept mistakes, which have taken her far and wide. Country Director and CEO of ChildFund India, Makhijani has over 25 years […]
Natasha Pinto – Global Chair, Refinitiv Ability Network
I’m Natasha Pinto, Global Chair of the Refinitiv Ability Network, and this is how I Lead from Within Natasha Pinto, Co-Founder and Global Chair of the Refinitiv Ability Network (of Refinitiv, formerly Thomson Reuters Financial & Risk) – is as resilient as they come. Having personally tackled multiple sclerosis (MS) for over a decade, she […]
Chitra Shringare – Business Leader
I’m Chitra Shringare, and this is how I Lead from Within A veteran and leader in the finance industry, Chitra Shringare is confessedly brutally ambitious. Intelligent, enthusiastic and always wanting to do more, she has a spark that hasn’t gone out over her long and illustrious career of 26 years. If anything, it has surged […]
Mellener Anne Coelho – India Head of D&I and Mental Well-Being, Northern Trust India
I’m Mellener Anne Coelho, India Head of D&I and Mental Well-Being at Northern Trust India, and this is how I lead from within. India Head of Diversity, Inclusion and Mental Well-Being at Northern Trust, Mellener Anne Coelho is a woman with admirable vulnerability and conviction. With 10 years of experience purely in D&I – of […]
Satyavathi Divadari – CyberRes Cloud CTO, Micro Focus
Deciding to join the field of information security nearly two decades ago, when the role didn’t have a career profile let alone a career path, is proof of Satyavathi Divadari’s mettle. She possesses the spirit, tenacity and resilience of a trailblazer. Currently the CyberRes Cloud CTO at Micro Focus, Satya loves to learn and be […]
Negotiation Strategies for Women with Dr. Ruchi Sinha
What if the key to closing the gender pay gap lies in mastering negotiation skills? Join us as we welcome Dr. Ruchi Sinha, an esteemed organizational psychologist, to demystify negotiation for women. Dr. Sinha redefines negotiation as any discussion aimed at mutual goals, making the concept both accessible and essential. In this episode, we explore […]
Building Your Personal Brand with Dorie Clark
What if you could future-proof your career with just a few small, consistent actions? Join your host, Bhavna Toor, as she chats with Dorie Clark, a leading expert in personal branding and long-term thinking. In this episode of the Conscious Woman Podcast, Dorie reveals why intentional personal branding is not just a luxury but a […]