Padmasree Warrior, CTO of Cisco Systems shares the seven secrets of her success with Alison van Diggelen of Fresh Dialogues. Here's a summary:
1. Be authentic, approachable
2. Mentor and coach others
3. Be out there and "lean in"to opportunities
4. Forget "balance" - integrate work, family, self, community
5. Avoid guilt
6. Be happy with your decisions
7. Think long-term and focus on relationship quality
The interview was recorded at SVForum's Visionary Awards in Silicon Valley, June 26, 2013. Alison van Diggelen asks Fresh Questions and gets Fresh Answers. Find out more about her green interview series at http://www.freshdialogues.com/ And join the conversation at https://www.facebook.com/FreshDialogues
This is part of a special "Inspiring Women" series at Fresh Dialogues featuring Meryl Streep, Sheryl Sandberg, Jennifer Granholm, Maureen Dowd, and Belva Davis.