What do you do when the next level of leadership requires a whole new version of you? In this deeply honest conversation, CRO and startup executive Soumya Sriganesh Tulloss sits down with neurobiology expert Rajkumari Neogy to recount the turning point that changed everything.
Together, they explore the evolution from micromanagement to emotional mastery and how building a team that thrives requires facing your shadow, owning your impact, and leading with radical self-awareness. From calling out workplace power plays to redefining success beyond titles and output, Soumya shares the exact mindset shifts that helped her transform from an anxious overachiever to a beloved executive leader.
This episode is a masterclass in modern leadership, one that dares to center authenticity, discomfort, and connection as catalysts for success.
Tune in to learn:
• What engagement surveys really measure
• Why letting go of control creates stronger teams
• How to use “constructive tension” to spark growth
• What it means to build a team of emotionally competent leaders
• Why transparency is non-negotiable in today’s workplace
If you’ve ever wondered how to lead without losing yourself or your team, this conversation offers both the blueprint and the permission.
_
Then, Now & Tomorrow, an original podcast series by ibelong
Is it possible to feel safe at work? Neurobiology expert Rajkumari Neogy absolutely thinks so. Join us for conversations that will blow your mind as we explore what it takes to foster inclusive leadership and cultivate resonant cultures in the workplace.
Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
_
Credits
Creative Director: Annabel Mangold
Original Music Composer: Dario Valderrama
Rajkumari's wardrobe styling courtesy of Gene Hiller (http://www.genehiller.com)
_
Meet ibelong
At ibelong, we've developed a neurochemical approach that solves for workplace exclusion and conflict. We study workplace scenarios that lead to dissatisfaction and have built a framework to understand why people are feeling undervalued, and how to change it.
Learn more at http://www.ibelong.com.