E5: Just talk to each other with Ravleen Beeston

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Can you imagine working at a tech juggernaut like Microsoft for 17 years, navigating the ever-evolving terrain while staying authentic to your cultural roots? Well, get ready to meet someone who has done precisely that. Our esteemed guest, Ravleen Beeston, opens up about her inspiring journey, sharing valuable insights into finding fulfilment, embracing opportunities, and managing the challenges that come with a long tenure at one of the biggest tech companies in the world.
Ravleen's rich cultural heritage, coupled with her impressive professional accomplishment, offers a fascinating look into the world of leadership, identity, and work at Microsoft. Raised in Gravesend, a small town in Kent, Ravleen's journey to the tech industry was influenced by a love for physics and a strong desire for financial independence. A Punjabi woman with roots in Iran, she offers a compelling perspective on internalized prejudice and assimilation in the professional world. It's a conversation that will make you question, introspect, and perhaps even challenge your own perceptions.
What makes this episode truly enriching is Ravleen's open-hearted discussion about her tenure at Microsoft. She provides invaluable insights into managing knowledge gaps, training teams, and prioritizing tasks, shedding light on Microsoft's unique performance ratings and how authenticity and cultural identity can inspire and influence in an unexpected way. So, if you're seeking a dose of inspiration, a broader world-view, or practical wisdom from a seasoned tech veteran, look no further. Listen in and let Ravleen's journey motivate you to carve your own path in the tech landscape.

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1. Leadership, Identity, and Work at Microsoft (00:00:00)

2. Tech Industry Identity and Career (00:04:35)

3. Exploring Internalized Prejudice and Assimilation (00:14:01)

4. Impressions and Authenticity of Cultural Identity (00:20:13)

5. The Power of Embracing Opportunities (00:29:42)

6. Opportunities and Challenges at Microsoft (00:35:44)

7. Connect and Share Stories for Podcast (00:43:02)