E.12 - Think Outside the Tech Leadership Box: Secrets to Exceeding Quota through Adaptability

In this episode of the What Makes You Tick podcast, we're joined by the remarkable Kartik Gade, whose tech leadership journey through Silicon Valley giants, Scaleups, and Startups is truly one-of-a-kind.From starting as a web marketing intern in California to rising through the ranks during his ten-year tenure at Oracle, Kartik's career is a testament to adaptability and continuous learning. He played a pivotal role in driving growth and team success at Paddle and currently focuses on powering growth for innovative startups in AI and beyond.Here are some key takeaways from Kartik's insights:🎙️ Kartik Gade's unique tech leadership journey from intern to leader. 🧠 Self-awareness and open-mindedness: keys to personal growth. 🤝 Two-way accountability: a crucial element in successful sales. 🤝 Leveraging leadership networks for sales success and warm introductions. 👥 Mentorship transformation: moving beyond job-related goals. 🙌 Effective management lessons: adapt to individual team members. 🌟 C.A.R.E Hiring Framework: Coachability, Adaptability, Resiliency, Excellence. 📈 Balancing personal and professional growth for holistic success. 🌐 Mentoring beyond industry borders for diverse perspectives. 🤝 Building lasting personal connections beyond professional relationships.Subscribe to the What Makes You Tick podcast to never miss an opportunity to learn from a virtual tech mentor that you can actually relate to!Hosted by the talented Tolu Adebekun, this podcast episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice for anyone looking to excel in tech leadership. 🚀#techleadership #adaptability #mentorship #accountability #learning