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Crucial Success Skills Forged Through My Journey
As a leader, I have acquired several key skills like Thought leadership, Transformative Leadership, creativity, and interpersonal skills, strategic planning, problem-solving, mentoring and adaptability and these have been pivotal in driving my accomplishments. By leveraging these skills, I've been able to effectively lead teams, innovate solutions, and foster collaboration, ultimately driving positive outcomes for the organization Thought leadership in the realm of automation helps me staying at the forefront of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices within the field. By consistently sharing insights, expertise, and innovative ideas, it attracts opportunities for collaboration, partnerships, and thought exchange with peers and industry stakeholders.
Transformative leadership helped me with a clear vision for the future of automation and a commitment to continuous improvement, where I can inspire my team to embrace new technologies, streamline processes, and optimize workflows. By fostering a culture of innovation, empowerment, and collaboration unlock new opportunities for efficiency, scalability, and impact. What sets me apart is the potential to not only lead within my organization but also influence the broader industry landscape. By leveraging thought leadership to share insights and best practices and transformative leadership to drive innovation and change, I can position myself at the forefront of automation excellence.
This not only fosters personal and professional growth but also contributes to the advancement of the automation industry as a whole. I would like to highlight about the Mentoring skills I have gained over the years as this helped me mentor and upskill my team especially women who needs support. Mentoring other women is not just a responsibility but a privilege that I hold. I believe in creating a supportive environment where women can thrive and reach their full potential.
Through mentoring, I provide guidance, encouragement, and practical advice to help them navigate the challenges they may face in their careers:
Leadership: Leadership is paramount in spearheading initiatives and guiding teams towards success. In my role, I've led cross-functional teams in implementing automation strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering a collaborative environment
Creativity: Creativity plays a vital role in problem-solving and innovation.Throughout my career, I've demonstrated creativity in identifying opportunities for automation and devising innovative solutions to complex business problems. One notable example is when our company faced a bottleneck in the customer service department due to manual handling of repetitive tasks. By thinking outside the box, I proposed the implementation of a chatbot system integrated with AI capabilities to handle routine customer inquiries. This solution not only alleviated the burden on the customer service team but also improved customer satisfaction rates.
Interpersonal Skills: I've effectively communicated with stakeholders at all levels, from C-suite executives to frontline employees, to gain buy-in for automation initiatives.
Strategic Planning: Strategic planning involves setting clear objectives, analyzing market trends, and developing action plans to achieve long-term goals. In my role, I've leveraged strategic planning to align automation initiatives with the company's overarching business strategy.
Problem-Solving: I've honed my problem-solving abilities by tackling complex issues related to automation implementation. For example, when faced with integration challenges between legacy systems and new automation tools, I spearheaded cross-functional problem-solving workshops to brainstorm solutions and address technical obstacles
Crafting Creative Opportunities from Every Challenge
My mindset when facing challenges is guided by a commitment to growth, a willingness to adapt, and a belief in the power of positivity and collaboration. I've learned the importance of resilience in the face of adversity, the power of collaboration in finding creative solutions, and the necessity of maintaining a positive attitude to persevere through difficult times.
Additionally, I've gained a deeper understanding of my own strengths and weaknesses, allowing me to leverage my strengths and address areas for improvement more effectively in the future.
Embrace Challenges as Opportunities: Rather than viewing challenges as roadblocks, I see them as opportunities for growth and learning. This mindset shift allows me to approach challenges with curiosity and openness, seeking out solutions and opportunities for improvement.
Maintain a Positive Attitude: Maintaining a positive attitude, even in the face of adversity, is crucial for overcoming challenges. By focusing on what can be done rather than dwelling on setbacks, I can maintain momentum and inspire those around me to persevere.
Seek Input and Collaboration: I believe in the power of collaboration and seek input from diverse perspectives when tackling challenges. By leveraging the expertise and insights of others, I can gain new perspectives and identify innovative solutions that may not have been apparent initially.
Remain Flexible and Adaptive: In rapidly changing environments, flexibility and adaptability are essential. I remain agile in my approach, willing to pivot and adjust strategies as needed to overcome obstacles and achieve desired outcomes.
Maintain Strategic Agility: Automation technologies evolve rapidly, requiring us to remain strategically agile. I prioritize staying ahead of the curve, continuously assessing market trends, and adapting our strategies to capitalize on emerging opportunities while mitigating potential risks.
Learn from Setbacks and Failures: Every challenge presents an opportunity for growth and learning. I approach setbacks and failures with a growth mindset, seeking to understand the underlying causes and extracting valuable lessons that can inform future actions.
My Impact
As a responsible citizen and leader with over 20 years of experience in corporate environments, I support my commitment to serve the society and helped at least 1000+ people in this journey. I support young women in their education through GISR foundation which is a non-government, not-for-profit organization. I contribute through books distribution, education kits. Every year 150+ kids are benefitted through this initiative.
Empowering Women: Through dedicated mentoring and support programs, I've empowered numerous at least 500+ women to navigate the complexities of the corporate world and advance in their careers. By providing guidance, advocating for opportunities, and sharing insights from my own journey, I've helped women overcome barriers and excel in leadership roles, contributing to greater gender diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Supporting Professional Development: Recognizing the potential in low performers, I've provided personalized coaching and support to help them overcome challenges and unlock their full potential. Through targeted skill development initiatives, performance feedback, and encouragement
Scaling New Heights in Personal and Professional Triumphs
My personal definition of success is multifaceted, encompassing both professional achievements and personal fulfillment. While traditional benchmarks such as career advancement and financial stability are important, I believe true success lies in achieving a sense of purpose, making a positive impact, and finding balance across various aspects of life. I would like to highlight some of my key achievements
• Won Emerging Woman Leader in Corporate Award at 4th International Inspirational Women Awards (IIWA) 2023 - An initiative by GISR Foundation to honour and acknowledge extraordinary female leadership from all walks of life.
• Won the India Inspirational Women Corporate Leader award in 2022 for Superlative exceptional achievements in field of leadership – Industry award . IIWA 2022 is the most prestigious and coveted Award for Women who are Inspirational Achievers.
• Bagged GOAL Leadership Award promoting optimization and increased efficiency.
• Honoured with the CSO Award (Chief Security Officer)-Global ISMS to associates, ADP Global Security Organisation.
• Awarded the GIFT Award for Innovation for developing ideas that significantly influenced KPIs like TAT time and productivity.
• Commended by senior management for outstanding team effortlessly increasing productivity and efficiency for Q1 in 2018. • Won the AOQ Award for overall performance.
• Selected from IIM B to participate in the ADP India Leadership Development Programme (ILDP).
• Led the team efficiently to earn the title "engaged" for encouraging high associate engagement and retention levels to scale up the operations level in 2015.
• Acquired the ISMS Team Award for upholding excellent security standards in 2013.
• Recognized with the Best Showcasing Award for creatively exhibiting their day-to-day work in 2012. Helped more than 500+ women through mentoring Help poor every month by providing food, books distribution, education kits.
The Synergy Between My Path and Recognition Values
As a nominee for the Wah Spotlight Award, I am honored to demonstrate a clear alignment between my journey and the values and goals of this esteemed recognition. This platform provides opportunities for people to talk about their Untold stories and Inspire others. The spirit of the award celebrates individuals who exemplify exceptional leadership, innovation, and dedication in their respective fields, traits that resonate deeply with my own professional journey. Throughout my career, I have remained steadfast in my commitment to driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and making a positive impact to both organizations and society. My leadership approach is guided by a relentless pursuit of excellence, a dedication to continuous improvement, and a passion for empowering others to reach their full potential.
In embodying the spirit of the Wah Spotlight Award, my story reflects a commitment to:
Innovation: I have spearheaded groundbreaking automation initiatives that have transformed our organization's operations, driving efficiency, and enhancing productivity. By embracing emerging technologies and championing a culture of innovation, I have positioned at the forefront of automation excellence.
Leadership: As a leader, I prioritize mentorship, empowerment, and collaboration, recognizing that success is best achieved through collective effort. I have mentored women, guided entry-level candidates, and supported low performers in scaling up, fostering a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and growth.
Impact: My work extends beyond organizational boundaries to contribute positively to societal well-being, environmental sustainability, and community connections. Through initiatives aimed at economic empowerment, environmental stewardship, and workforce development, I have made a tangible difference in the lives of others and the communities we serve.
Commitment to Excellence: I hold myself to the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and excellence in all that I do. I continually strive to exceed expectations, challenge the status quo, and drive meaningful change that creates lasting value for our organization and stakeholders.
In summary, my journey aligns closely with the values and goals of the Wah Spotlight Award, exemplifying the spirit of leadership, innovation, and impact that this recognition seeks to honor. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to be considered for this prestigious acknowledgment and remain committed to advancing the principles and ideals it represents.