The Payal Nanjiani Leadership Podcast

Payal Nanjiani
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Rated in the top 10% globally, this is a leadership and personal growth podcast heard by millions of people. It's the only podcast that gets you to be a transformed leader and grow at your work. Focussed on helping you live a successful and fulfilled work-life, this podcast is hosted by Payal Nanjiani, a world-renowned leadership expert. Each episode is designed to help you grow at your work, improve your performance and be a better leader. You will find a blend of leadership and inspiration, interviews of women and men who have made it, and what it takes to reach your goals.

  1. ROADBLOCKSTO SUCCESS

    6d ago

    ROADBLOCKSTO SUCCESS

    Christopher Williams | Strategic Advisor, Independent Board Director,  Christopher is a Fortune 500 growth strategy leader, business transformation consultant, and board director whose career spans 14 cities across four continents. He has worked with iconic brands including adidas, VF Corporation, Gap, and Nike, helping unlock transformation and drive sustainable growth. Working alongside high-performing teams, Christopher has led innovation, increased market share, managed complex organizational change, and developed the next generation of leaders across multiple markets. He believes that meaningful business transformation happens at the intersection of curiosity, strategic thinking, human connection, and courage. Passionate about balancing commercial success with meaningful impact, Christopher specializes in building sustainable growth strategies for global consumer brands. He has also been deeply committed to leadership development and education, most notably serving as the first President of African Leadership University, an innovative institution with campuses in Mauritius and Rwanda dedicated to developing ethical leaders and entrepreneurial managers. Today, Christopher shares his expertise in several ways: as a New York Stock Exchange–screened and NACD-certified board executive, as President of Custament Partners supporting executive teams and boards through transformation, and as a speaker, panelist, and podcast guest on brand transformation and courageous leadership. His first book, Courage: 7 Choices for Living a Life Without Regret, which explores courage in leadership as an underutilized superpower, was released in November 2025.

    24 min

  2. Jun 16

    ARE YOU TOO RELIABLE EP 406

    The Payal Nanjiani Leadership Podcast

    9 min
  3. THE IMPORTANCE OF DISCIPLINE EP 405

    Jun 13

    THE IMPORTANCE OF DISCIPLINE EP 405

    Wg Cdr Vandana Chaudhary | (Retd) Indian Air Force Officer   Wing Commander Vandana(Retd) is a veteran with 15 years of cross-functional leadership in the Indian Air Force as a Meteorological Officer. She has earned a wealth of multifaceted experience where she championed key functions, mainly Public Relations, Administration, and Program Management, infusing each endeavor with unwavering passion and commitment. Through her contributions in the social sector, she has strived for almost a decade to empower women, children with disabilities, and people below the poverty line, promoting overall well-being and stability in society. She has been committed to inclusivity, empathy & empowerment long before they became trendy terms in the market. By enabling a culture of collaboration and mutual respect, she built cohesive cross-functional teams capable of navigating uncertainty with resilience and grace.  Whether managing significant budgets or directing complex projects, she has always approached her responsibilities with a blend of strategic foresight and hands-on leadership. Beyond work hours, she is an explorer who enjoys traveling and reading, deeply attuned to the tranquility of nature. With a penchant for observation, she explores the intricacies of human behavior, reflecting on life's purpose beyond mere existence. She also enjoys acquiring new skills that enrich her personal and professional life. As she moves on to the next chapter of her career, she is excited to leverage her military experience to make a difference by steering organizational growth and driving transformative change wherever she works.

    33 min
  4. THINKING AT THE SPEED OF CHANGE EP 404

    Jun 5

    THINKING AT THE SPEED OF CHANGE EP 404

    Gunjan Shah | MD & CEO at Bata India Limited   Gunjan is an accomplished leader with extensive experience across geographies and diverse industries, including paints, telecom, and food. Prior to joining Bata India Limited, he served as the Chief Commercial Officer at Britannia Industries. Over the course of his professional journey, he has worked across multiple functions encompassing sales, marketing, and supply chain. He has played a key role in both turnaround and growth initiatives. At Britannia, he also led the International Business and was instrumental in architecting one of the company’s most impactful strategy and business transformation initiatives. Gunjan holds a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering from VJTI, Mumbai, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kolkata.

    27 min
  5. ARE YOU AN ADAPTIVE LEADER EP 403

    May 23

    ARE YOU AN ADAPTIVE LEADER EP 403

    Ramkumar Narayanan | EVP, Head of India and Philippines,AI technology Enablement,FIS    Ramkumar Narayanan is a global leader focusing on data driven, digital product innovation spanning consumer and enterprise markets. He brings a vast experience in product development, product management and product marketing having led both new market entry and turnaround of existing business areas. He has been an advisor to Enterprises, large and small, in the arena of digital transformation, product strategy and product marketing.  Ram is currently EVP Technology & Services at FIS India and Philippines. Prior to joining FIS, he served in global leadership positions at VMware, eBay, Yahoo! and Microsoft. He started his career in the auto industry in US developing software solutions for design and packaging of automotive suspension and powertrain systems.  Ram formerly served on the Executive Council of NASSCOM and was Chairperson NASSCOM Product/Deep Tech Council. Ramkumar Narayanan holds a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University, Chennai, M.S. in Mechanical Engineering & MBA from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.

    28 min
  6. LEAD BEYOND YOURSELF EP 402

    May 15

    LEAD BEYOND YOURSELF EP 402

    Sarika Naik | Group Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer and Member of the Group Executive Committee at Capgemini Group   Sarika is the Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer and a member of the Executive Committee at Capgemini Group. She leads the company’s global strategy for diversity and inclusion, as well as social and environmental sustainability. With more than 20 years of experience in the technology industry, Sarika brings deep expertise in strategic management, brand evolution, and client engagement. She previously served as Capgemini India’s Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Chairperson for Diversity & Inclusion, roles in which she strengthened the company’s brand, built high-performing teams, and drove impactful, data-driven initiatives. Sarika is passionate about using technology to create a more inclusive and sustainable future. She firmly believes that business success and societal well-being go hand-in-hand, and she is committed to advancing Capgemini’s agenda for people, the planet, and society.

    27 min
  7. HOW TO BE IN A FLOW STATE EP 401

    May 8

    HOW TO BE IN A FLOW STATE EP 401

    Steven Puri | Founder & CEO,The Sukha Company   Steven Puri — a rare blend of Hollywood storyteller, tech entrepreneur, and remote work pioneer. From producing blockbusters like Independence Day and Star Trek to building platforms that help people focus and connect in the digital age, Steven’s journey spans visual effects, studio leadership, and startups like Centered and The Sukha Company. He’s spent his life at the intersection of creativity and productivity

    35 min

  8. May 4

    Mind Behind Execution EP 400

    The Payal Nanjiani Leadership Podcast

    8 min
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Rated in the top 10% globally, this is a leadership and personal growth podcast heard by millions of people. It's the only podcast that gets you to be a transformed leader and grow at your work. Focussed on helping you live a successful and fulfilled work-life, this podcast is hosted by Payal Nanjiani, a world-renowned leadership expert. Each episode is designed to help you grow at your work, improve your performance and be a better leader. You will find a blend of leadership and inspiration, interviews of women and men who have made it, and what it takes to reach your goals.

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