In this episode of Sharks in the Pool, Pascale interviews Inga Dengel, a seasoned leader with a diverse background in finance, marketing, and general management.
Inga shares her journey from a challenging start in her career to becoming a general manager at PepsiCo, where she led a large team in Greece and Cyprus. The conversation delves into her personal life, including her passion for running, its importance, and the lessons she has learned from parenting. Inga also discusses her new venture, Young Blossom 25.
- Inga emphasizes the importance of building habits through enjoyable activities.
- She reflects on her career evolution from finance to general management.
- Inga shares her experience of feeling out of her comfort zone in new roles.
- She discusses the significance of feedback and personal growth over time.
- Inga highlights the challenges of engaging teams and the need for effective communication.
- She reflects on the impact of motherhood on her personal development.
- Inga discusses the misconceptions about Gen Z and their career aspirations.
- She emphasizes the importance of purpose and guidance for younger generations.
- Inga shares insights on the anxiety faced by Gen Z in decision-making.
- She highlights the need for companies to adapt to the changing workforce dynamics.