Masters of Scale

How to unlock your team’s creative potential

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Dec 25, 2025
Indra Nooyi, the former CEO of PepsiCo known for her transformative leadership, shares insights on unlocking team creativity. She emphasizes the necessity of cultivating an environment where talent can truly thrive. Indra discusses her journey from India to becoming a business leader, her innovative approaches to product design, and the importance of recognizing employees as whole individuals. She advocates for systemic changes to support women in the workforce and highlights the critical role of cross-border collaboration in fostering innovation.
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Rosewood Swing As A Cultural Center

  • Indra Nooyi described a rosewood swing at her childhood home that served as a family gathering focal point.
  • She uses it as a metaphor for creating a central, sustaining environment in companies.
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Launching Sanitary Pads In India

  • At Johnson & Johnson Indra launched sanitary pads in India by doing sensitive, ground-level research and education.
  • Her bosses listened and acted, giving her space to innovate around cultural taboos.
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Wayne Calloway's Persuasive Pitch

  • Wayne Calloway persuaded Indra to join PepsiCo by promising she would have voice and room to change the company.
  • His humility and pledge to 'count on me' convinced her to accept the role.
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