MUF #5 Living Your Values: Leela Srinivasan’s Leap into Purpose-Driven Leadership

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Summary

In this conversation, Leela Srinivasan shares her remarkable career journey from sales to becoming the CEO of Parity, an organization dedicated to closing the gender gap in professional sports. She discusses her experiences at various tech companies, the importance of purpose in her career choices, and the challenges of navigating workplace culture. Leela emphasizes the need for visibility in women's sports and the impact of sponsorship on gender equity. She also reflects on the evolving job market and the significance of finding a career that aligns with one's values and purpose.

Takeaways

Leela's career path reflects a journey of purpose and values.

She transitioned from sales to marketing leadership through various roles.

Consulting provided her with a broad perspective on business challenges.

Joining LinkedIn was driven by her passion for networking and community.

The move to OpenTable was motivated by the opportunity for impact.

Leela's experience at Checkout highlighted the importance of cultural fit.

Her decision to join Parity was fueled by a desire to address gender inequity in sports.

Visibility in women's sports is crucial for attracting sponsorship and support.

The future of work will require adaptability to new technologies and a focus on purpose.

Cultural fit is essential for job satisfaction and personal well-being.

Titles

From Sales to CEO: Leela Srinivasan's Inspiring Journey

Navigating Career Transitions with Purpose

Sound bites

"It's a story about values and purpose."

"I loved working at LinkedIn."

"If you can't see her, you can't be her."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to a Unique Career Journey

02:14 From Sales to Marketing: A Non-Linear Path

06:12 The Shift to Consulting: Finding Purpose in Work

08:31 Joining LinkedIn: The Appeal of Networking

10:22 Transitioning to OpenTable: Seeking Growth and Impact

14:01 Exploring New Opportunities: The Role of Impact

15:42 Navigating Career Changes: The Move to Checkout

19:22 Finding Purpose at Parity: A Leap into Sports

22:29 The Disparity in Women's Sports

24:35 Visibility and Media Coverage of Women's Sports

26:43 The Value of Sponsorship in Women's Sports

28:33 Transitioning to Leadership: Becoming a CEO

30:16 The Importance of Purpose in Career Choices

33:10 Identifying Company Culture During Recruitment

39:11 The CEO's Role in Shaping Company Culture

41:27 Founders and the Importance of Culture

43:07 Personal Challenges and Setbacks