Inspirational Stories

I took a calculated risk in moving from product management to pre-sales

Career Ladder for Women

Consistency, resilience, foresight have helped me thrive in my business

As a woman leader in the fast-evolving world of digital advertising and retail media, staying competitive requires constant adaptation and learning. And this philosophy has been the cornerstone of my career.

Always ask! Ask for opportunities, ask for stretch assignments

Nineteen years ago, I walked into my first job, thinking my future lay in very large scale integration (VLSI) and chip design. But life had other plans. Instead of sleek silicon, I found myself surrounded by oscilloscopes, soldering stations, and intricate circuit boards in a telecom project.

I was given the freedom to build my career

Strong family support is one of my greatest privileges. It’s easy to overlook how essential such encouragement is until you see others navigating their careers without similar support.

Never impose limits on your own growth

I started my career as a fresh engineering graduate in semiconductor R&D, taking on diverse leadership roles and managing both operational deliveries and cross-functional projects. Three years ago, I transitioned to the digital transformation organisation to lead a major transformation, marking a significant shift in my career.

My life of engines, alloys and grit

I’ll never forget the time I went to Tel Aviv to a major defence manufacturing firm to close an aircraft deal.

Career ladder is about evolving, innovating, and inspiring others

My journey at Titan spans over 33 years, beginning as a fresh market researcher driven by an insatiable curiosity about consumer behaviour. Back then, I could not have imagined that my path would twist and turn, eventually leading me to redefine the way products communicate with people.

Leadership qualities are innate to women

Very early in my career, I was asked to step into a business role, something I thought I wasn’t ready for.

You need to get down and dirty with mundane tasks

I’ve discovered that I’m openminded to learning new things and have grit. This has helped me manoeuvre the storage landscape from my enterprise application background.

Predicting rain doesn’t count, building arks does

My fascination with science and mathematics began early, guiding me into engineering and eventually software development.

Don’t hesitate to share ideas – your voice matters

It was 1996, and I had just returned from an onshore stint in the US, with my one-yearold at home.

Early on, I learned to dismiss gender as a limiting factor

As women in the field of STEM, we often face distinctive challenges. When confronted with obstacles, I have consistently chosen to approach them not through the lens of my gender but as a dedicated student and an engineer.

Growth stalls the moment you stop learning something new

Don’t wait for solutions, create them” – following this mantra has got me far more opportunities than any degree could.

Your career is yours to shape - own it with confidence

I started my career when the technology industry was booming, and like many others, I was eager to be part of it.

Seize your story, own it, and let it guide you

Each of us has a unique origin and growth story that defines who we are. I often describe myself as the sum of many roles – a mother to a teenager, leader of a global workforce, wife to a startup founder, chief technology officer, and daughter to an aging parent.

Clearly express your ideas & needs, seek promotions

Every successful woman I know has countless stories of being underestimated. When women turn that into strength, they succeed every time.

Carve out your own path!

I always aspired to attend the world’s best colleges like Stanford or Berkeley, an unconventional dream for a graduate from NIT Jalandhar.

Try to create your own opportunities

In the future, there will be no female leaders. There will just be leaders.” This is a quote from Sheryl Sandberg that really inspires me.

Seek challenges as chances to grow

My journey in the tech industry has been a blend of challenges and triumphs, and it’s fascinating to envision where we are headed, particularly in the healthcare sector.

Focus on results, understand the power of assertiveness

Starting as a junior backend Oracle developer, I always aimed to excel in every role and found great fulfilment in my work.

Prioritise yourself and follow your passion without guilt

This statement may sound common but is very often judged when it comes from a woman. We continue to be burdened by scrutiny for not prioritising our families and chasing dreams instead.

Entrepreneurship is a marathon, not a sprint

As a woman founder, I eagerly await the day when conversations shift from increasing the percentage of women leaders in tech to celebrating our collective impact on the industry.

Thrive, with passion, compassion

Imagine having a vehicle with a powerful engine but without fuel or a destination. Like a vehicle, professional growth cannot depend on the engine of raw talent, it requires the fuel of consistency.

From doubt to leadership

Author Simon Sinek once said, “If you hire people just because they can do a job, they’ll work for your money. But if you hire people who believe what you believe, they’ll work for you with blood, sweat, and tears.” His words resonate with me because they remind me of the path that led me to fully embrace HR’s transformative potential.