Xclusive with MS Soumala Sarkar, MD, Accenture

Описание: Welcome to another episode of the XLRI Xclusive Podcast, where we bring conversations with leaders shaping the future of business, strategy, and leadership.

In this episode, we host Ms. Soumala Sarkar, Managing Director at Accenture and Global Growth & Strategy Lead for Accenture Technology, for an engaging conversation on consulting, global leadership, strategy, and workplace wellbeing.

With over two decades of experience across Asia, Europe, and North America, Soumala shares insights from her global career journey and reflects on the lessons she has learned while working across cultures, industries, and leadership roles.

Key highlights from the conversation

• Her journey from engineering to strategy consulting and why ambiguity and problem solving drew her to consulting
• What a global growth and strategy leadership role looks like inside a firm operating at massive scale
• The importance of distinguishing between symptoms and root causes when solving complex business problems
• Why strategy is a series of decisions, not just one big choice
• How global leaders manage time zones, complexity, and constant change in the market

Soumala also shares thoughtful perspectives on workplace culture and wellbeing, especially after the pandemic. As a champion of health and wellness at Accenture India, she discusses the importance of building sustainable habits, supporting employees beyond work, and creating environments where people can perform at their best.

For aspiring consultants and young professionals, this conversation offers valuable lessons on problem solving, leadership, decision making, and building a meaningful global career.

Watch the full episode for practical insights on consulting, strategy, and leadership in a rapidly changing world.

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