Masters of Scale How to unlock your team’s creative potential w/ Indra Nooyi, former CEO of PepsiCo
Sep 28, 2021
Indra Nooyi, the former CEO of PepsiCo, is known for her transformative leadership and focus on "Performance with Purpose." In this engaging conversation, she discusses how fostering a creative and supportive environment unlocks team potential. Nooyi shares insights on nurturing diverse talent, employee satisfaction initiatives like the Lobatical, and the importance of consumer-centric innovation. She highlights her journey of viewing each employee as an individual asset and the strategic leadership necessary to tackle challenges faced by women in the workforce.
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Restaurant Business Spin-off
- Indra Nooyi observed restaurant managers discarding corporate reports, highlighting a disconnect between HQ and frontline staff.
- This led to her recommending the spin-off of the restaurant business, which later became Yum! Brands.
Long-Term Vision
- Indra Nooyi believed in managing a company for its long-term sustainability rather than short-term CEO gains.
- This approach prioritized building an environment where talent could thrive and fostering long-term success.
Diversity and Inclusion
- Indra Nooyi prioritized attracting diverse talent to ensure PepsiCo's continued success.
- She believed in creating an inclusive environment where individuals could bring their whole selves to work.
