Courage in Crisis: Seema Verma on Leadership, Empowerment, and Giving Back

Discover how true resilience is forged through navigating war zones, corporate challenges, and groundbreaking innovation.

In this episode, Seema Verma shares leadership lessons from her extraordinary 27-year journey across the Indian Navy, top global corporations, and as a healthcare entrepreneur.

• Breaking boundaries: From a small town upbringing to becoming a lieutenant commander in the Indian Navy
• Leading through crisis: Real stories from the 2004 tsunami and India’s COVID-19 pandemic response
• Thriving in male-dominated environments and advice for women in similar workplaces
• The power of mentorship and emotional intelligence in crisis leadership
• The significance of giving back: Philanthropic projects like Nanikali and why paying it forward matters for women leaders

Tune in for straight-talking insights and practical advice for aspiring leaders ready to make their mark.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Breaking Barriers: Joining Indian Navy

03:04 "Career Growth from Navy to Business"

07:22 Empathetic Leadership Reflections

11:00 Early Challenges for Women in Navy

16:09 Vacation Disrupted by Tsunami Disaster

18:20 "Effective Disaster Relief Coordination Lessons"

23:17 Lockdown Evictions of Essential Workers

26:36 "Leaders Listening to Their Teams"

30:27 Sponsoring Girls' Education Journey

31:10 Continual Community and Environmental Support

35:17 "Pursue Dreams Despite Life's Pauses"

38:46 Boundary Breakers: Empowering Women Together

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