#144 | From Small Town Dreamer to Global Strategist: An Inspirational Journey with Baishakhi Connor

Agile Ideas

What if your childhood dream was so big, it seemed impossible? Listen to Baishakhi Connor's extraordinary journey from a small town in India, where she dreamt of becoming the President of the United States, to her impactful career spanning four continents. Discover how she found her path through the software industry, pursued engineering and an MBA, and navigated the complex process of moving to the US. Baishakhi's story is a testament to the power of perseverance, as she now thrives in Australia in high-level strategy and finance roles, all while balancing her personal life as a foster mom and step-grandmother.
Reflecting on her experience, she shares invaluable insights on overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome. In a candid conversation about career growth, Baishakhi shares practical advice for migrants and tips for effective self-representation. She emphasizes the importance of genuine relationships and authentic networking, revealing how saying "yes" to new opportunities can be life-changing. This episode is packed with wisdom on redefining success, maintaining personal well-being, and thriving as a woman in leadership.
In this episode we discuss:

• 0:00 Journey of Cultural Diversity and Leadership
• 9:08 Mother's Influence on Courage and Aspirations
• 15:10 Navigating Career Challenges Through Relationships
• 25:03 Navigating Career Challenges and Success
• 34:37 Navigating Career Growth With Work-Life Balance
• 49:08 Building Resilience for Career Success
• And more...

Connect with Baishakhi here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/baishakhiconnor/

Work with Baishakhi here: https://topmate.io/baishakhiconnor

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Chapters

1. Journey of Cultural Diversity and Leadership (00:00:00)

2. Mother's Influence on Courage and Aspirations (00:09:08)

3. Navigating Career Challenges Through Relationships (00:15:10)

4. Navigating Career Challenges and Success (00:25:03)

5. Navigating Career Growth With Work-Life Balance (00:34:37)

6. Building Resilience for Career Success (00:49:08)