The Priyanka Shinde Podcast | Strategy | Execution | Leadership
Welcome to "The Priyanka Shinde Podcast" your ultimate destination for insightful conversations and expert advice on mastering strategy, execution and leadership. Join Priyanka Shinde, author of Art of Strategic Execution, as she uncovers how leaders within organizations tap into 'founder mode'—driving innovation, ownership, and execution to lead like entrepreneurs within their companies. This podcast is designed for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals who are looking to sharpen their strategic mindset and continue driving impactful results. Through engaging conversations with C-suite executives and industry experts, Priyanka shares actionable insights on how successful organizations build world-class products, lead high-performing teams, and implement effective systems. Learn real-world strategies to excel in today's competitive landscape and drive lasting success. About Priyanka Priyanka Shinde is a Silicon valley tech leader with over 20 years of experience in AI, product leadership, and execution strategy. She has led high-impact teams at Meta, Cruise, and other startups, helping them bridge the gap between strategy and execution to turn AI innovation into real-world impact. As a trusted consultant and leadership advisor, Priyanka partners with organizations and startups to optimize execution, scale operations, and drive product success. A certified executive coach, she also delivers leadership development programs that help leaders and teams navigate complexity, scale with confidence, and execute bold ideas. Subscribe now and transform your approach to strategy, execution, and leadership. * The content provided in the podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional, legal, medical, or financial advice. The opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the hosts or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or entities mentioned. ** This podcast was previously known as "Unleash Your Leadership"
Episodes
In this thought-provoking episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we welcome Ibrahim Bashir — a seasoned product executive, cross-functional tech leader, and one of the sharpest minds in the world of software innovation and organizational scaling.
With nearly 25 years of experience creating transformative software, Ibrahim has led product and engineering teams at some of the most influential tech companies — including Amazon (Kindle...
Master Tech Leadership for 2025: Learn key strategies for Engineering Management.
Building Influence in Software teams, navigating AI's impact, and fostering Team Growth.
In this episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, Priyanka sits down with renowned tech leader, coach, and instructor, Irina Stanescu (author of the "Caring Techie" newsletter), to explore building influence, understanding AI's role,...
In this exciting episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Ravi Mehta—a visionary product leader, advisor, and entrepreneur who has shaped some of the world’s most iconic consumer tech products.
With leadership roles at companies like Tinder, Facebook, TripAdvisor, and Xbox, Ravi brings decades of experience building products that millions love. Today, as Co-Founder and CEO of Outpace, he is revolutionizing how people ...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Annie Tsai — a dynamic leader, early-stage investor, and Chief Operating Officer at Interact, a platform where over 450 million people have engaged through interactive quizzes. https://www.tryinteract.com/
With over 20 years of experience across four continents, Annie has built, grown, and led high-performing teams from tiny startups to public software...
In this special episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Suvrat Joshi — a visionary Product Leader with over 15 years of experience driving innovation across some of the most complex and impactful domains in tech.
With a stellar track record across B2B, B2C, SaaS/PaaS, and cloud platforms, Suvrat has led product strategy and execution at the intersection of Big Data, Machine Learning, Analytics, and Monetization. Fro...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Pankaj Kedia — a globally recognized AI thought leader, investor, educator, and tech visionary shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
With a powerful track record of 150+ investments, 15 funds, and 10 exits, Pankaj brings decades of experience as an executive at Intel and Qualcomm, where he helped lead innovation across the Internet, Mobile, and Clo...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Bernard Yee — a pioneering force in the world of immersive entertainment and cutting-edge gaming innovation. Bernard is the CEO and Co-founder of Windup Minds, and a former leader at Meta/Oculus, PopCap, Bungie, and Harmonix, where he played pivotal roles in shaping the future of gaming in AR, VR.
With a remarkable career spanning decade, Bernard has l...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Donna Griffit—a globally renowned Corporate Storyteller and Pitch Alchemist who has helped over 1,000 startups, Fortune 500 companies, and venture capitalists craft compelling narratives that win deals and drive success.
With 20+ years of experience across 30+ countries, Donna is a master of turning ideas into impactful messages. As a best-selling auth...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Ali Dasdan—a visionary technology leader, global innovator, CTO at Dropbox and ex EVP & CTO of ZoomInfo.
With a remarkable career spanning over two decades, Ali has led high-impact engineering and product teams at some of the world’s most influential tech companies. At ZoomInfo, Ali led the global engineering division, driving innovation in one of ...
In this special episode, we welcome Jonathan Shottan (Show-Tan)—a visionary leader shaping the future of fitness technology and digital wellness.
In this episode, we dive into:
- The future of fitness tech and connected wellness
- How product and content strategy can drive growth
- Insights from leading at top-tier companies like Facebook and Pinterest
- Lessons in scaling startups and navigating product-market fit
- What it takes to build tec...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we welcome Ryan Valles—Founder & CEO of Interview Kickstart, a pioneering platform that’s transforming how software engineers and AI professionals upskill and accelerate their careers.
With over 25,000 alumni and 700+ instructors from top tech giants, Together Ryan and Soham Mehta (Founder and CPTO) have built the largest US-focused training ecosystem for advanced...
In this special episode of Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we welcome Manlio Lo Conte—a visionary Product Leader, Advisor, and Coach with a proven track record in the tech industry.
As a former Chief Product Officer at Zwift, Manlio has led groundbreaking innovations in the digital fitness space, shaping how millions engage with technology-driven fitness solutions. With years of experience in product leadership, strategy, and in...
Welcome to another exciting episode of Unleash Your Leadership. On this episode, we will be diving deep into the world of essential soft skills and why they're absolutely crucial for success in the modern workplace.
I recently had the privilege of speaking at a Women Tech Conference where I gave a talk in this topic which will be valuable for everyone navigating today's rapidly changing work landscape. So, whether you&apos...
Welcome back to the "Unleash Your Leadership" podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into part two of our conversation with the incredible Prashha Dutra, CEO of Believe in Your Brilliance LLC and a Confidence Coach who continues to inspire us with her insights and experiences. If you missed part one of our discussion, I highly recommend going back and checking it out, as we touched upon some fantastic topics.
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Get ready for an inspiring episode of Unleash Your Leadership! In Part 1 of this engaging interview, I, Priyanka your host sits down with the remarkable Prashha Dutra, a TEDx speaker, CEO of Believe In Your Brilliance LLC, and a Confidence Coach. Prashha is on a mission to empower women in STEM fields, helping them find their path and confidently achieve their goals within 90 days.
In this episode, Prashha shares her journey from gr...
Welcome to "Unleash Your Leadership." In this episode, we delve into an unexpected source of leadership insights: parenthood. As summer fades and the back-to-school season begins, join us to explore the remarkable parallels between being a parent and a leader. Drawing from personal experiences, Priyanka shares ten profound lessons that span recognition, empowerment, embracing mistakes, and nurturing independence. Discover...
Welcome to "Unleash Your Leadership." In this episode, I delve into the dynamic world of tech leadership. Discover the qualities that define strong leaders in the ever-evolving tech industry as I draw inspiration from luminaries like Satya Nadella, Sheryl Sandberg, and more.
Join me to explore the essence of tech leadership beyond technical skills. From fostering innovation to effective communication, we'll uncover ac...
In today's fast-paced and technology-driven world, effective communication is more important than ever for success in both personal and professional settings. Effective communication is not always easy with the complexity and multiple levels of granularity.
With the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its integration into various tools and platforms, communication has now been taken to a whole new level. AI can become a ...
In this ever-evolving world of technology, roles and responsibilities are subject to constant change. The Technical Program Manager (TPM) position has been a crucial part of product and software development for many years. However, more recently, there have been many questions about the role's relevance and future due to various factors, primary of which is the tech layoffs.
In this episode, I answer the question "Is ...
In this episode of "Unleash Your Leadership", I chat with Bhavini Soneji, a seasoned tech executive with over 25 years of experience as a CTO and VP. Bhavini shares her insights on the crucial role of emotional intelligence (EQ) in technical leadership and provides valuable advice on becoming a successful technical leader.
Explore the challenges faced by women in the tech industry, including biases and stereotypes, and dis...
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