The Priyanka Shinde Podcast | Strategy | Execution | Leadership
Welcome to "The Priyanka Shinde Podcast" your ultimate destination for insightful conversations and expert advice on mastering strategy, execution and leadership.
Join Priyanka Shinde, author of Art of Strategic Execution, as she uncovers how leaders within organizations tap into 'founder mode'—driving innovation, ownership, and execution to lead like entrepreneurs within their companies.
This podcast is designed for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals who are looking to sharpen their strategic mindset and continue driving impactful results. Through engaging conversations with C-suite executives and industry experts, Priyanka shares actionable insights on how successful organizations build world-class products, lead high-performing teams, and implement effective systems. Learn real-world strategies to excel in today's competitive landscape and drive lasting success.
About Priyanka
Priyanka Shinde is a Silicon valley tech leader with over 20 years of experience in AI, product leadership, and execution strategy. She has led high-impact teams at Meta, Cruise, and other startups, helping them bridge the gap between strategy and execution to turn AI innovation into real-world impact.
As a trusted consultant and leadership advisor, Priyanka partners with organizations and startups to optimize execution, scale operations, and drive product success. A certified executive coach, she also delivers leadership development programs that help leaders and teams navigate complexity, scale with confidence, and execute bold ideas.
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* The content provided in the podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional, legal, medical, or financial advice. The opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the hosts or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or entities mentioned.
** This podcast was previously known as "Unleash Your Leadership"
Episodes
43 episodes
#17: Beat the Competition with Minimum Sellable Product: Dipti Desai on Founding Crstl, Execution Discipline & the Future of Work
Ever wondered what it takes to build enterprise-grade software from scratch—in the middle of a global crisis?In this episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast, Priyanka sits down with Dipti Desai, CEO and Co-Founder o...
#16: Beyond the 9-to-5: Building a Portfolio Career and Lasting Wealth with Julia Stefani
From Meta to a Portfolio Career: A Product Leader on Thriving in the AI RevolutionIn a world of constant change and ambiguity, how do you build a career that's not just successful, but also fulfilling and resilient? In this episod...
#15: A Meta VP's Advice on Career Transitions, AI, and Leadership That Isn't Taught in School
Meta VP Prasad Bhandarkar on Leaving Safe Careers, Pivoting to Data Engineering, and Leading in the AI EraAre you feeling stuck in your tech career? Wondering if you should make that risky jump to a new technology or a different role? I...
#14: Is AI the Ultimate Key to Unlocking Better Clinical Outcomes in Healthcare with Anish Patankar
Is Artificial Intelligence the game-changer for achieving superior clinical outcomes and revolutionizing patient care? This episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast features an insightful conversation with Anish Patankar, Senior Vice President an...
#13: The Real Future of Work – Straight from Microsoft’s AI Lead: Nitin Aggarwal
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Nitin Aggarwal — a visionary AI leader and Generative AI expert shaping the future of technology and marketing at Microsoft.With over a decade of experience at the ...
#12: Secrets Behind Successful Product Leadership: From Amazon to Amplitude with Ibrahim Bashir
In this thought-provoking episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we welcome Ibrahim Bashir — a seasoned product executive, cross-functional tech leader, and one of the sharpest minds in the world of software innovation and organizational scali...
#11: Leadership Shift Tech Engineers Can't Ignore in 2025 | Irina Stanescu Ex-Google/Uber
Master Tech Leadership for 2025: Learn key strategies for Engineering Management.Building Influence in Software teams, navigating AI's impact, and fostering Team Growth.In this episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, Priyanka sits d...
#10: Why 99% Fail at Career Growth — Secrets from Ex-Tinder CPO Ravi Mehta
In this exciting episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Ravi Mehta—a visionary product leader, advisor, and entrepreneur who has shaped some of the world’s most iconic consumer tech products.With leadership roles at comp...
#9: Rewrite Your Success Story with Annie Tsai
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Annie Tsai — a dynamic leader, early-stage investor, and Chief Operating Officer at Interact, a platform where over 450 million people have engaged through interactive quiz...
#8: Why Most Product Managers Fail at Strategy | Suvrat Joshi Reveals the Truth
In this special episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Suvrat Joshi — a visionary Product Leader with over 15 years of experience driving innovation across some of the most complex and impactful domains in tech.
#7: How AI is Quietly Creating Billion-Dollar Companies | Pankaj Kedia
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Pankaj Kedia — a globally recognized AI thought leader, investor, educator, and tech visionary shaping the future of artificial intelligence.With a powerful track recor...
#6: From Meta to Mind-Blowing VR: Building the Future of VR Games & Leaving Comfort Behind with Bernard Yee
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Bernard Yee — a pioneering force in the world of immersive entertainment and cutting-edge gaming innovation. Bernard is the CEO and Co-founder of Windup Minds, and a former...
#5: Why Most Founders Struggle with Storytelling & How to Fix It | Donna Griffit
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Donna Griffit—a globally renowned Corporate Storyteller and Pitch Alchemist who has helped over 1,000 startups, Fortune 500 companies, and venture capitalists craft compell...
#4: 6P Framework for Success as a CTO: The Future of Technical Leadership with Dropbox CTO Ali Dasdan
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Ali Dasdan—a visionary technology leader, global innovator, CTO at Dropbox and ex EVP & CTO of ZoomInfo.With a remarkable career spanning over two decades, Ali ...
#3: Tech, Product & Leadership – A Deep Dive with Jonathan Shottan
In this special episode, we welcome Jonathan Shottan (Show-Tan)—a visionary leader shaping the future of fitness technology and digital wellness.In this episode, we dive into:The future of fitness tech and connected wellness<...
#2: Redefining Tech Education In AI-First World with Interview Kickstart CEO Ryan Valles
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we welcome Ryan Valles—Founder & CEO of Interview Kickstart, a pioneering platform that’s transforming how software engineers and AI professionals upskill and accelerate their careers....
#1: AI, Innovation & Product Strategy | A Deep Dive with Manlio Lo Conte
In this special episode of Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we welcome Manlio Lo Conte—a visionary Product Leader, Advisor, and Coach with a proven track record in the tech industry. As a former Chief Product Officer at Zwift, Manlio has l...
#26: The Hardcore Soft Skills You Need to Succeed in the Modern Workplace
Welcome to another exciting episode of Unleash Your Leadership. On this episode, we will be diving deep into the world of essential soft skills and why they're absolutely crucial for success in the modern workplace.I recently had the pri...
#25: Confident Leadership with Prashha Dutra - Part 2
Welcome back to the "Unleash Your Leadership" podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into part two of our conversation with the incredible Prashha Dutra, CEO of Believe in Your Brilliance LLC and a Confidence Coach who continues to in...
#24: Confident Leadership with Prashha Dutra - Part 1
Get ready for an inspiring episode of Unleash Your Leadership! In Part 1 of this engaging interview, I, Priyanka your host sits down with the remarkable Prashha Dutra, a TEDx speaker, CEO of Believe In Your Brilliance LLC, and a Confidence C...
#23: Leadership Lessons From Parenthood
Welcome to "Unleash Your Leadership." In this episode, we delve into an unexpected source of leadership insights: parenthood. As summer fades and the back-to-school season begins, join us to explore the remarkable parallels between being a pare...
#22: How to Become a Strong Tech Leader
Welcome to "Unleash Your Leadership." In this episode, I delve into the dynamic world of tech leadership. Discover the qualities that define strong leaders in the ever-evolving tech industry as I draw inspiration from luminaries like Satya Nade...
#21: Leading With AI: Enhancing Communication
In today's fast-paced and technology-driven world, effective communication is more important than ever for success in both personal and professional settings. Effective communication is not always easy with the complexity and multiple levels of...
#20: Redefining Success: The Future of TPMs in Tech
In this ever-evolving world of technology, roles and responsibilities are subject to constant change. The Technical Program Manager (TPM) position has been a crucial part of product and software development for many years. However, more recentl...
#19: The EQ Advantage in Technical Leadership With Bhavini Soneji
In this episode of "Unleash Your Leadership", I chat with Bhavini Soneji, a seasoned tech executive with over 25 years of experience as a CTO and VP. Bhavini shares her insights on the crucial role of emotional intelligence (EQ) in technical le...