Learnings from Aarti - My favorite Leadership lessons...

Did you know that Indira Nooyi failed only one exam in her entire life? 

Verbal communication when she was studying at Yale School of Management, as she spoke too fast. It was a compulsory exam to pass from first to second year. 

Indra Nooyi is an Indian-American business executive and former CEO of PepsiCo, who served from 2006 to 2018. She was one of the few women of color to lead a Fortune 500 company and is known for her strategic vision and leadership skills.  

Indira Nooyi is one of my favorite figures to learn leadership lessons. Her story teaches us that setbacks do not define our potential for success.

Here are some of the learnings I would like to share with you...

1. Pick one skill and become highly competent at it. 

2. Known for her transparent and direct communication style, Nooyi effectively conveyed her vision and inspired her team. 

3. She advocated for work-life balance, supporting employees in achieving personal and professional fulfillment. 

Indra Nooyi's story shows that even the most successful leaders face obstacles and failures. Her story highlights that setbacks are stepping stones to growth and that effective leadership involves embracing challenges, learning from them, and persisting with determination. 

Her story also shows how essential effective communication is-

• It makes others understand what you want them to do
• It build relationships
• It reduces misunderstandings and ensures everyone is on the same page
• It facilitates problem solving and promoted professional growth

In personal life, it strengthens bonds and understanding; in professional settings, it improves teamwork, customer relations, and leadership effectiveness.

Who's your most inspiring figure, and what's the one lesson you have learned from them that you will never forget? 

Take a moment to reflect on this, as it can be a powerful source of inspiration and guidance in your leadership journey. 

Until Next time...

PS: Learn effective Vocal, Verbal and Visual Communication with me. I am Aarti Sharma, a leading Internationally Certified Image Consultant, Corporate Trainer, and Personal Image Transformation Guru.