Join us on a fascinating journey with bestselling author and TEDx speaker, CA Sangeeta Shankaran Sumesh, as she shares her inspiring career evolution from Chief Financial Officer to renowned coach. In this episode of Coffee with CA, hosted by Geena Bharwani, explore Sangeeta's transformative experiences, pivotal career decisions, and profound insights gained over decades in finance and leadership.
Discover how she navigated challenges, embraced opportunities, and ultimately found her passion in coaching, offering valuable lessons for aspiring professionals and business leaders alike. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation that illuminates the path from corporate success to personal fulfillment.
Host: Geena Bharwani, Zoho
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0:00 Sneak Peek & Introduction of CA Sangeeta Sumesh
1:48 Education and Career Choices
3:09 Early Career Experiences
3:55 Relocating to Botswana and Work with PWC
4:24 Return to India and Career Progression
5:13 Transition to CFO and Career Highlights
7:16 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
8:46 Thoughts on Becoming an Author
10:06 Journey to Coaching
13:22 Transition to Full-Time Coaching
14:22 Application of CFO Experience in Coaching
15:06 Sharing Different Experiences and Probing Questions
15:39 Biggest Change During Coaching
17:14 The Importance of People Behind Numbers
19:06 Experience as a CFO and Need for a Coach
20:01 Common Skills Lacking in Management
21:09 Managing Bosses and People Skills
22:35 Becoming a Gain Enabler
23:32 Overview of Books and Workshops
25:11 Future Trends in the Finance Industry
26:19 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
27:16 Expectation from ICAI and Leading the Profession
29:32 Fun and Quirky Segment Beyond Balance Sheets