Career in Progress

How often do you get the opportunity to hear honest, direct career advice from one of the most influential women executives in the world? In this episode, I sit down with Meerah Rajavel, Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Palo Alto Networks, for a deeply inspiring and refreshingly candid conversation on leadership, careers, family and navigating complexity in the AI era. This is one of those episo...

“Talent isn’t enough to build a creative career”- this was my biggest takeaway from this very insightful conversation For the first time on the podcast, I explore a creative career path —a life in writing—with someone who embodies both craft and courage: Kalpana Mohan , award-winning author and columnist. This conversation was eye-opening because it took me into a world very different from the car...

This episode with the deeply inspiring William (Bill) Huffaker - Transformational Talent Executive, AI-Driven HR Strategist, SVP of Global Integrated Talent at Newell Brands , Board Advisor, Adjunct Professor, and Board Trustee- was one of the most heartwarming and honest conversations I’ve ever had. It’s the kind of dialogue you can only have with a leader who embodies humility, humanity, and aut...

This episode is truly close to my heart -  it captures the power of humility, heart, and humor in shaping a remarkable and purpose-driven career. Every once in a while, you meet someone who reminds you of the true power of humility, heart, and humor. I laughed, learned, and left deeply inspired through this conversation with Kailesh Karavadra — a noted Silicon Valley leader, Managing Partner at EY...

We’ve had many large-scale transformations in history- but why does Artificial Intelligence (AI)   stand apart as the technology that could reshape the world? This episode is truly futuristic- packed with insights on the world of AI and what it means to the current workforce and society as a whole. To explore this, I’m thrilled to host Arun Trivedi - an AI guru, founder and host of the AI with Aru...

Building one successful career takes perseverance. Building two? That takes vision, grit, and an extraordinary well of inspiration. In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Jyotsna Vaidee —a top tech leader and currently the Vice President of Product at Reddit . Her career spans leadership roles at industry giants like Microsoft and Google , where she helped shape products like Google Ads,...

This one is close to my heart.  I sat down with the incredible Jacqueline Brown , author of Be the CEO of You , for an honest, insightful, and deeply energizing conversation on self-leadership, visibility , and what it really means to own your voice - especially in rooms where you may feel unheard.  We talk about what it means to truly be the CEO of you -to step into your own power whether you're...

In this episode, I will dive into essential skills and share insights to level up your technical career.  If you're just starting out, learn how to stand out in interviews, how to stay curious,and grow from a thriving technologist into an inspiring technical leader.  For those stepping into leadership, hear tips on —navigating tough difficult conversations, building a culture of experimentation in...

In this powerful and uplifting episode, I sit down with the brilliant Prashanthi Ravanavarapu for a heartfelt, insightful, and genuinely fun conversation about the tangible skills that build thriving careers . We unpack how she simplifies complex ideas, pitches for roles with impact, leads with purpose, and continuously evolves in an ever-changing world. Get ready for practical frameworks, simple...

Welcome to Career in Progress—a podcast about building the skills that build your career. If you’ve landed here, chances are you’re on a journey to grow or evolve your career—just like me. In each episode, I’ll share honest stories, practical strategies, and bite-sized takeaways to help you build your own manual of growth. You’ll also hear from inspiring guests who are actively learning, evolving,...