Leadership, Growth, & Operational Excellence

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Show Notes:

(00:00:00) Learn About Ramp

(00:03:40) Introducing Sheryl: Leadership Legend and Mentor

(00:04:51) Sheryl's Early Career in Government

(00:08:11) Transition to Google: The Rocket Ship Story

(00:14:03) Challenges and Misconceptions in Leadership

(00:21:44) Parenting and Gender Dynamics

(00:30:04) The Impact of Me Too and Workplace Dynamics

(00:40:19) The Power of Offering Solutions

(00:41:23) Mentorship and Gender Dynamics

(00:42:14) Coping with Personal Tragedy

(00:50:53) The Importance of Support Systems

(00:59:43) Leadership Lessons from the Top

(01:01:39) Scaling and Operating at Large Companies

(01:15:03) Balancing Culture and Performance

(01:20:44) Recognizing Sheryl’s Glue Guys