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In this week's Career Confidence, Georgie chats with Krithika Hansen, a remarkable leader in people and culture, whose career journey spans multiple countries and industries. From humble beginnings in India and the U.S. to mastering a new language in six weeks to land her dream job in Spain, Krithika’s story is one of courage, resilience, and relentless drive.

She opens up about the bold decisions that shaped her career, the importance of saying yes to opportunities, and how her experiences working across diverse cultures have shaped her leadership style. Discover how Krithika's fearless mindset and passion for personal growth led her to take risks, push boundaries, and redefine success.

Key Moments

1. How learning a new language in just 6 weeks changed the course of Krithikas career


2. What happens when you say yes to opportunities, even when you’re unsure if you’re ready?


3. How can leaders build stronger connections and drive success through curiosity and humility?


4. What does it take to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they truly belong?

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Intro: Krithika Hansen joins the show


• 04:00 – Krithika’s journey from India to the U.S. and her early career


• 06:20 – How learning Catalan in 6 weeks transformed her career in Spain


• 08:40 – Embracing risk: Why saying yes to opportunities opens new doors


• 11:05 – Navigating cultural differences and the power of humility in leadership


• 20:30 – Transitioning to people and culture roles in Australia


• 29:45 – Building inclusive and diverse workplaces through strong leadership


• 36:30 – The importance of creating a culture of belonging in organizations


• 42:00 – Navigating uncertainty and change in today’s evolving world


• 47:50 – Krithika’s self-care routine: Slowing down to go fast