Prathiba started her work life as a hardcore engineer in India, has helped multiple start-ups and is now the COO of a FinTech company based in San Francisco. She has learned many lessons along that journey. She owes much of her success to her understanding of interpersonal dynamics and her ability to ask the right questions to foster dialogue. You can learn more about Prathiba at https://www.linkedin.com/in/prathibadavid

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership in STEM

02:12 Pratibha's Journey: From Engineering to Leadership

04:33 The Importance of Interpersonal Dynamics

09:30 Vulnerability as a Strength in Leadership

11:40 Challenges in Transitioning to Business Roles

19:01 Effective Communication Strategies

20:12 Cultural Differences in Communication

23:46 Outro & Thank You

Takeaways

Pratibha is the COO of a fintech company focused on sustainability.

She emphasizes the importance of interpersonal dynamics in leadership.

Vulnerability is a strength that fosters trust and openness.

Effective communication requires understanding the audience's perspective.

Cultural differences significantly impact communication styles.

Asking questions is crucial for understanding others.

Transitioning from technical roles to leadership can be challenging.

Data-driven decisions are easier for tech-oriented individuals.

The art of communication involves adapting to the audience's reactions.

Leadership is a continuous journey of personal growth.