Div Manickam: About Product Marketing and Leadership (ENG)

Hey,

I'm excited to share that my podcast is officially live! It’s called My Way and this journey combines product marketing and sports principles to tackle everyday life, offering unique perspectives and actionable insights.

For my first episode, I had the honor of chatting with Div Manickam, a renowned figure in career growth, authentic leadership, and mindfulness. Div shares her transformative journey into mindfulness in 2020 and how it reshapes leadership and personal growth. This episode is packed with strategies for career advancement, the power of authentic leadership, and the impact of mindfulness on mental well-being.

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Dive deep into the fascinating world of Div, a marketing maven whose journey transcends the realms of engineering and cybersecurity to the vibrant heart of product marketing. In this riveting episode, Div shares the rich tapestry of experiences that shaped their career, from the initial steps at Applied Materials to becoming a revered mentor and director in the marketing sphere. 

Beyond the professional accolades, Div opens up about personal trials, including battling anxiety and finding solace in mindfulness and self-care. This episode is more than just a career chronicle; it's an inspiring narrative of transformation, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of fulfillment in both work and life. 

Join us as we explore the interplay of personal growth and professional evolution with Div, whose story illuminates the power of authenticity and continuous learning in crafting a life that's truly one's own.

Takeaways

• Pivoting and finding clarity in life and career can lead to personal growth and fulfillment.

• Mindfulness is a powerful leadership tool, helping reframe thoughts and create focus and clarity.

• Authentic leadership involves being true to oneself and creating a safe space for others to be authentic.

• Product marketing is crucial in understanding customer needs and positioning products in the market.

Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction and Background

• 03:22 Navigating Anxiety and Pivoting in Career

• 08:20 Finding Clarity and Shifting Mindset

• 12:02 Spotting and Overcoming Anxiety at Work

• 14:52 The Role of Mindfulness in Leadership

• 19:40 Choosing the Right Opportunities and Leaders

• 26:14 Differences Between Startups and Fortune 500 Companies

• 28:10 Becoming a Self-Published Author

• 32:01 Authentic Leadership and Being Fearless

• 36:16 The Role of Product Marketing and Future Trends

• 40:55 Engaging with Div for Mentorship

Sai "Hi" to Div: 

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/divmanickam 

• https://twitter.com/divmanickam 

• https://www.instagram.com/divmanickam/ 

• https://www.facebook.com/divmanickam 

• https://www.youtube.com/@nowherediv 

• https://unsplash.com/@divmanickam 

• Blog - https://divmanickam.substack.com [https://divmanickam.substack.com/]

• Ebooks on Gumroad - https://divmanickam.gumroad.com/

• Paperback Books on Lulu - www.lulu.com/spotlight/divmanickam [http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/divmanickam]

Her Books:

• A Broken Teacup: Filling the cracks with Mindfulness

• Essentialism and Self-care 

• Fearless: Be the Authentic Leader you will Follow 

• A Book is Born: Guide to Self-publishing 

• Product Marketing: Mastering the art and science of PMM Additional resources

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• Don't miss out on this enriching conversation. Here's where you can listen:

• Spotify: Listen on Spotify

• Apple Podcasts: Listen on Apple Podcasts

• YouTube: Watch on YouTube

• For more insights, check out the blog post: Read the Blog

Thank you for being part of this journey, let me know what you think of this project, any feedback is more than welcome.

Your support means the world to me, and I can't wait to share more episodes with you.

Do it Your Way

Ivan Buric