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 Si

The Priyanka Shinde Podcast | Strategy | Execution | Leadership is a business podcast hosted by Priyanka Shinde, with 43 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #17

  #17: Beat the Competition with Minimum Sellable Product: Dipti Desai on Founding Crstl, Execution Discipline & the Future of Work

  Oct 16, 202550 minS2

  Ever wondered what it takes to build enterprise-grade software from scratch —in the middle of a global crisis? In this episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast , Priyanka sits down with Dipti Desai , CEO and Co-Founder of Crstl , a modern B2B commerce network helping brands, retailers, and logistics partners connect on a single digital platform. Dipti shares her journey from product leadership roles at startups and global enterprises to founding Crstl in the thick of COVID-19. She opens up about the lessons behind building “minimum sellable products,” balancing vision with flawless execution, and leading with grit and empathy in a rapidly evolving AI era. What you’ll learn: Why “Minimum Sellable Product > MVP” when launching in enterprise markets. How COVID led to the idea for Crstl. The power of execution — and why ideas mean little without a sound hypothesis. The leadership values that drive resilient, high-trust startup teams. Why hiring for traits like curiosity and judgment beats hiring for skills alone. What the next 3-5 years hold for specialists and generalists as automation reshapes work. Whether you’re an early-stage founder, a B2B operator, or a product manager learning to scale, this conversation offers grounded, actionable insight on building in uncertain times. ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 – Intro 4:00 – The Leap to Entrepreneurship: What Sparked the Idea for Crstl 5:18 – Starting a Company in the Thick of COVID 20:20 – From MVP to MSP: Why the Bar Is Higher in B2B 27:37 – 1% Inspiration, 99% Execution — But Get Your Hypothesis Right 31:36 – The Power of Community and Support in the Founder Journey as Female Founder 39:30 – Hiring for Grit, Curiosity & Judgment 42:35 – Future of Work: Specialists vs Generalists in the AI Era 45:35 – Let Some Fires Burn: How Founders Stay Focused Connect with Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diptidesai/ Company : https://www.crstl.ai/ Send us a message 😎 Subscribe to The Priyanka Shinde Podcast for more fascinating conversations. ---------------------------------------------- 📌 Follow: Priyanka Shinde on LinkedIn Priyanka Shinde's Facebook Page Priyanka Shinde's Instagram Feed Priyanka Shinde's Youtube Channel ---------------------------------------------- Work with Priyanka Shinde Read her Book - The Art of Strategic Execution ▶ About the Priyanka Shinde I am an AI Product Leader and Execution Strategist with a proven track record of building, scaling, and delivering AI-powered innovations. With experience at Meta and Cruise, I have helped businesses leverage AI for growth, efficiency, and real-world impact. As an Executive Coach, Startup Advisor, Keynote Speaker, and Author, I am passionate about guiding leaders, entrepreneurs, and product teams to navigate the evolving AI landscape. From developing cutting-edge AI solutions to mentoring the next generation of innovators, my mission is to bridge the gap between technology and execution—empowering businesses to thrive in the AI-driven future.

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  Episode #16

  #16: Beyond the 9-to-5: Building a Portfolio Career and Lasting Wealth with Julia Stefani

  Jun 19, 20251h 3mS2

  From Meta to a Portfolio Career: A Product Leader on Thriving in the AI Revolution In a world of constant change and ambiguity, how do you build a career that's not just successful, but also fulfilling and resilient? In this episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast, host Priyanka Shinde sits down with Julia Stefani, ex-Chief Product Officer at Treasure Financial, for a deep dive into the strategies that have guided her remarkable career. Julia, a seasoned product and business leader with experience at giants like Meta and in the fast-paced worlds of fintech and crypto, shares her unique approach to career development—viewing each step as a "use case" to be solved. She reveals her internal process for navigating career pivots, from engineering to technical program management and product leadership. In this episode, you will learn: - The #1 Skill for the Future - The Portfolio Career - From Big Tech to Startups - Financial Independence for Women Connect with Julia and check out her ventures: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliastefani/ https://www.swolta.com/ https://www.bunglo.co/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction & Key Themes 3:45 - Julia's Career Strategy & Pivots 9:30 - How to Navigate New & Unfamiliar Roles 12:26 - Lessons Learned from Big Tech vs. Startups 16:34 - The Framework for Building Trust 21:14 - The Portfolio Career & Entrepreneurial Journey 29:12 - Defining a "Portfolio Career" 32:35 - Treating Your Career Like a Series of "Tests" 38:10 - Why AI is the Most Important Skill for the Future 43:05 - Time Management & Financial Independence 48:46 - The Importance of Financial Independence for Women 53:35 - Advice for Women on Finance & Self-Belief 57:31 - The #1 Thing Julia Had to Unlearn in Her Career 1:00:12 - Advice for Designing a More Flexible, Self-Directed Life 1:02:28 - Final Thoughts Send us a message 😎 Subscribe to The Priyanka Shinde Podcast for more fascinating conversations. ---------------------------------------------- 📌 Follow: Priyanka Shinde on LinkedIn Priyanka Shinde's Facebook Page Priyanka Shinde's Instagram Feed Priyanka Shinde's Youtube Channel ---------------------------------------------- Work with Priyanka Shinde Read her Book - The Art of Strategic Execution ▶ About the Priyanka Shinde I am an AI Product Leader and Execution Strategist with a proven track record of building, scaling, and delivering AI-powered innovations. With experience at Meta and Cruise, I have helped businesses leverage AI for growth, efficiency, and real-world impact. As an Executive Coach, Startup Advisor, Keynote Speaker, and Author, I am passionate about guiding leaders, entrepreneurs, and product teams to navigate the evolving AI landscape. From developing cutting-edge AI solutions to mentoring the next generation of innovators, my mission is to bridge the gap between technology and execution—empowering businesses to thrive in the AI-driven future.

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  Episode #15

  #15: A Meta VP's Advice on Career Transitions, AI, and Leadership That Isn't Taught in School

  Jun 12, 20251h 16mS2

  Meta VP Prasad Bhandarkar on Leaving Safe Careers, Pivoting to Data Engineering, and Leading in the AI Era Are you feeling stuck in your tech career? Wondering if you should make that risky jump to a new technology or a different role? In this episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we're joined by Prasad Bhandarkar, the Vice President of Reality Labs (AR/VR) Engineering at Meta. With over three decades of experience, Prasad shares his incredible journey from a technical role at Tata Motors , through an MBA from IIM Lucknow , to pivotal leadership positions at Adobe and Meta. - Why prioritizing learning over money is the key to long-term success. - The hidden risks of inaction and why making hard calls is crucial for growth. - How to know when's right time to transition in your career. - The surprising feedback that transformed Prasad’s career trajectory at Adobe. - Valuable leadership lessons on scaling teams from dozens to over 300 people. - How to navigate decision-making with imperfect information. - Prasad's perspective on the future of AI, AR/VR, and their impact on jobs. Beyond technology, Prasad shares how his training as a classical Hindustani musician and his practice as a certified executive coach have shaped his leadership style. Whether you're an engineer, product leader, or anyone navigating the fast-paced tech landscape, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and inspiration to help you elevate your leadership and execution skills. Connect with Guest: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prasadbhandarkar/ Timestamps: 3:53 - Career Beginnings: Defining Moments at Tata Motors and The Decision for an MBA. 12:16 - The Big Pivot: Transitioning from Program Management to Engineering at Adobe. 20:45 - The Leadership Skill That Doesn't Scale Easily. 25:25 - The Surprising Challenges of Leading Senior, Brilliant Teams. 29:40 - How to Make Critical Decisions with Incomplete Information. 34:26 - Navigating "Loneliness at the Top" & Building a Support System. 40:34 - A Practical Guide to Creating Psychological Safety in Your Team. 45:25 - Hiring Senior Leaders: What to Look For Beyond the Resume. 49:45 - The Future of Technology: AI, AR/VR, and Their Societal Impact. 1:05:24 - Beyond Tech: The Role of M Send us a message 😎 Subscribe to The Priyanka Shinde Podcast for more fascinating conversations. ---------------------------------------------- 📌 Follow: Priyanka Shinde on LinkedIn Priyanka Shinde's Facebook Page Priyanka Shinde's Instagram Feed Priyanka Shinde's Youtube Channel ---------------------------------------------- Work with Priyanka Shinde Read her Book - The Art of Strategic Execution ▶ About the Priyanka Shinde I am an AI Product Leader and Execution Strategist with a proven track record of building, scaling, and delivering AI-powered innovations. With experience at Meta and Cruise, I have helped businesses leverage AI for growth, efficiency, and real-world impact. As an Executive Coach, Startup Advisor, Keynote Speaker, and Author, I am passionate about guiding leaders, entrepreneurs, and product teams to navigate the evolving AI landscape. From developing cutting-edge AI solutions to mentoring the next generation of innovators, my mission is to bridge the gap between technology and execution—empowering businesses to thrive in the AI-driven future.

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  Episode #14

  #14: Is AI the Ultimate Key to Unlocking Better Clinical Outcomes in Healthcare with Anish Patankar

  Jun 5, 202548 minS2

  Is Artificial Intelligence the game-changer for achieving superior clinical outcomes and revolutionizing patient care? This episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast features an insightful conversation with Anish Patankar, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Oncology Software at Elekta, hosted by Priyanka Shinde. Anish, an expert in cloud, AI, and data-driven healthcare, delves into how technology can simplify complex medical challenges to improve lives. We explore: - The critical role of AI in boosting adoption of new technologies for better clinical outcomes and aligning with stakeholder incentives. - How AI processes vast patient data to enhance treatment recommendations and access to care. - Strategies for personalizing patient care, especially in complex fields like oncology. - AI's impact on reducing physician burnout through innovations like ambient listening for clinical notes. - Overcoming challenges in AI adoption within the highly regulated healthcare industry. - The significance of real-world evidence generated by AI in validating treatments. - Addressing healthcare disparities between urban and rural areas with technology. - Common pitfalls for health tech companies in AI. Join us to understand the future of AI in oncology and healthcare, and how to ensure the best tools are effectively and equitably deployed. If you're passionate about AI's role in transforming medicine, this episode is unmissable. Connect with the guest : LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anishpatankar/ Timestamps: 00:00-00:53= Intro 00:53-02:50 = Meet the guest 02:50-05:08 =Tell us little bit more about Elekta and your role 05:08-16:12 = What did you do in healthcare at the beginning? 16:30-21:37 =What are the challenges in this AI adoption? 21:37-29:35 =What can AI provide in terms of, what will work for a patient or not? 29:35-33:35 = Talking about urban areas versus rural area healthcare access gap 33:35-40:44 =How to operate in the constraints that are there for from the environment perspectives? 40:44-44:20 = How AI took after 2022 and all of these startups came up? 44:20-45:37 = Innovation in healthcare what would it be you 45:37-46:29 = What do you think is like the one mindset that they need to succeed in this industry? 46:29- Send us a message 😎 Subscribe to The Priyanka Shinde Podcast for more fascinating conversations. ---------------------------------------------- 📌 Follow: Priyanka Shinde on LinkedIn Priyanka Shinde's Facebook Page Priyanka Shinde's Instagram Feed Priyanka Shinde's Youtube Channel ---------------------------------------------- Work with Priyanka Shinde Read her Book - The Art of Strategic Execution ▶ About the Priyanka Shinde I am an AI Product Leader and Execution Strategist with a proven track record of building, scaling, and delivering AI-powered innovations. With experience at Meta and Cruise, I have helped businesses leverage AI for growth, efficiency, and real-world impact. As an Executive Coach, Startup Advisor, Keynote Speaker, and Author, I am passionate about guiding leaders, entrepreneurs, and product teams to navigate the evolving AI landscape. From developing cutting-edge AI solutions to mentoring the next generation of innovators, my mission is to bridge the gap between technology and execution—empowering businesses to thrive in the AI-driven future.

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  Episode #13

  #13: The Real Future of Work – Straight from Microsoft’s AI Lead: Nitin Aggarwal

  May 29, 202545 minS2

  In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Nitin Aggarwal — a visionary AI leader and Generative AI expert shaping the future of technology and marketing at Microsoft. With over a decade of experience at the intersection of artificial intelligence, innovation, and enterprise strategy, Nitin has led transformative initiatives at tech giants like Microsoft and Google, using AI to drive meaningful impact across industries. As the current head of Generative AI at Microsoft, he is pioneering next-gen marketing platforms powered by cutting-edge AI. ✨ Global AI Thought Leader & Strategist ✨ Head of Generative AI at Microsoft ✨ Former Strategic AI Leader at Google ✨ Published Researcher in AI & Data Science ✨ Keynote Speaker on AI Innovation & Impact Get ready for a thought-provoking deep dive with Nitin Aggarwal as we explore the future of Generative AI, marketing transformation, and the real-world applications of artificial intelligence that are changing how we live and work. Connect with the guest : - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ntnaggarwal/ Timestamps: 00:01–01:12 – Intro 01:12–03:18 – Meet the Guest 03:18–10:40 – Guest's Journey & Background 10:40–15:30 – Advice for Beginners & Experts Using AI Tools 15:30–18:38 – Innovation: What’s Really Happening 18:38–23:02 – AI vs. Hiring: What’s the Right Move? 23:02–30:22 – How to Prepare Yourself for the Future 30:22–35:12 – AI Agents: Where We're Headed 35:12–43:25 – Implementing AI: Innovation in Action 43:25–44:50 – What's Next in AI? Guest’s Outlook 44:50–45:27 – Closing & Thank You ---------------------------------------------- 🌟 Join The host Priyanka Shinde and the guest Nitin Send us a message 😎 Subscribe to The Priyanka Shinde Podcast for more fascinating conversations. ---------------------------------------------- 📌 Follow: Priyanka Shinde on LinkedIn Priyanka Shinde's Facebook Page Priyanka Shinde's Instagram Feed Priyanka Shinde's Youtube Channel ---------------------------------------------- Work with Priyanka Shinde Read her Book - The Art of Strategic Execution ▶ About the Priyanka Shinde I am an AI Product Leader and Execution Strategist with a proven track record of building, scaling, and delivering AI-powered innovations. With experience at Meta and Cruise, I have helped businesses leverage AI for growth, efficiency, and real-world impact. As an Executive Coach, Startup Advisor, Keynote Speaker, and Author, I am passionate about guiding leaders, entrepreneurs, and product teams to navigate the evolving AI landscape. From developing cutting-edge AI solutions to mentoring the next generation of innovators, my mission is to bridge the gap between technology and execution—empowering businesses to thrive in the AI-driven future.

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