Ep 46: Redefining Power in Corporate America with Deepa Purushothaman

In the world of corporate America, women of color are faced with challenges and expectations that can feel suffocating. But what if there was a way for them to redefine power and create meaningful change? Join us as we delve into the untold stories and experiences of women who are breaking barriers and questioning the status quo, leaving us wondering...how will they overcome the obstacles and redefine power in their own way?

Deepa Purushothaman is a former senior executive at Deloitte, where she dedicated over 20 years to helping clients transform and grow their businesses, was the first Indian American woman and one of the youngest individuals to achieve partner status at the firm. Her contributions have been widely recognized, earning her a reputation as a champion for women of color in the workplace. In addition to her corporate achievements, Deepa has authored the highly acclaimed book "The First, The Few, The Only," which was published by Harper Collins. She is the founder of The Rewrite, an unconventional think tank focused on shaping a new narrative around work.

In this episode, we discuss:
 

00:04:39 - Feeling Out of Alignment with Purpose
00:06:10 - Exploring and Rediscovering Purpose
00:12:35 - The Corporate Heroine's Journey
00:15:28 - Holding Boundaries Around Authenticity
00:22:46 - The Nature of Ambition
00:33:04 - The Power of Radical Truth-Telling

Connect with Deepa Purushothaman

Website: Deepapuru.com

Instagram: @deepa.puru

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/deepapuru

Connect with Amina AlTai

Website: aminaaltai.com

Instagram: @aminaaltai

TikTok: @theaminaaltai

Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai