EPISODE · Jun 18, 2025 · 44 MIN
The Teacher turned President & CSO at The Enginnered Innovation Group ft. Karen Mangia
from She's So Suite Podcast · host Kristi Faltorusso
She's So Suite is brought to you by Client Success. The easiest to use, fastest to implement software to reduce churn & increase customer revenue. Request a demo at https://www.clientsuccess.com/This episode, I welcome Karen Mangia, President and Chief Strategy Officer at Engineered Innovation Group.Karen shares her fascinating journey from big tech powerhouses—AT&T, Cisco, and Salesforce—to leading strategy in the world of AI at her current company.Listen as Karen opens up about the defining moment that made her completely rethink the meaning of success following a major health crisis, and the powerful leadership lessons she’s learned about boundaries and balance.Plus, she reveals her proudest achievements, her passion for mentorship, and the inspiring work she’s doing outside the boardroom—like publishing bestselling books and running transformational programs for women. Karen’s wisdom and authenticity will leave you feeling motivated and empowered to define success on your own terms.Timestamps0:00 – Preview0:53 – Meet Karen Mangia2:47 – Overview of Engineered Innovation Group & intro to Roxie6:07 – Karen’s early aspirations and career journey9:11 – Major career and life challenges9:44 – Professional overwork and ignoring personal health signals12:55 – Sacrificing self for career and redefining personal success14:45 – How leaders’ habits and boundaries impact teams18:25 – Advocating for self-care20:33 – Addressing overwork and reclaiming empowerment21:00 – Understanding the Positive Intelligence (PQ)25:05 – Celebrating wins and proudest achievements29:50 – Sundays with Salvatore31:33 – Volunteering work with Dress for Success31:55 – The Visionary Ladies group35:45 – Advice for navigating toxic work environments37:20 – Three (plus one) key questions for task prioritization42:33 – Final thoughts: Success is accessible to anyone, anywhere, anytimeConnect with the guest:Karen Mangia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenmangia/Connect with Kristi Faltorusso: Website: https://www.kristifaltorusso.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiserrano/Follow the Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvmKTIOWzy8e3kbzHr4f9VMr1oGfK5Qc_Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Pf1SZMvfwvSJTA6WnpNjPApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shes-so-suite-podcast/id1730535499To learn more about Wednesday Women check out theirWebsite: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/Connect with the Show Producer:Manali: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manalibhat/________________________________________About She's So Suite Podcast: Embark on a journey with Kristi in each podcast episode as she engages in insightful conversations with accomplished women in the C-suite. Explore their unique stories, triumphs, challenges, dreams, and valuable advice that will inspire and empower you. Tune in for an enriching experience as Kristi delves into the depth of their professional journeys and brings you closer to the dynamic world of female leaders at the top.
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She's So Suite is brought to you by Client Success. The easiest to use, fastest to implement software to reduce churn & increase customer revenue. Request a demo at https://www.clientsuccess.com/This episode, I welcome Karen Mangia, President and Chief Strategy Officer at Engineered Innovation Group.Karen shares her fascinating journey from big tech powerhouses—AT&T, Cisco, and Salesforce—to leading strategy in the world of AI at her current company.Listen as Karen opens up about the defining moment that made her completely rethink the meaning of success following a major health crisis, and the powerful leadership lessons she’s learned about boundaries and balance.Plus, she reveals her proudest achievements, her passion for mentorship, and the inspiring work she’s doing outside the boardroom—like publishing bestselling books and running transformational programs for women. Karen’s wisdom and authenticity will leave you feeling motivated and empowered to define success on your own terms.Timestamps0:00 – Preview0:53 – Meet Karen Mangia2:47 – Overview of Engineered Innovation Group & intro to Roxie6:07 – Karen’s early aspirations and career journey9:11 – Major career and life challenges9:44 – Professional overwork and ignoring personal health signals12:55 – Sacrificing self for career and redefining personal success14:45 – How leaders’ habits and boundaries impact teams18:25 – Advocating for self-care20:33 – Addressing overwork and reclaiming empowerment21:00 – Understanding the Positive Intelligence (PQ)25:05 – Celebrating wins and proudest achievements29:50 – Sundays with Salvatore31:33 – Volunteering work with Dress for Success31:55 – The Visionary Ladies group35:45 – Advice for navigating toxic work environments37:20 – Three (plus one) key questions for task prioritization42:33 – Final thoughts: Success is accessible to anyone, anywhere, anytimeConnect with the guest:Karen Mangia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenmangia/Connect with Kristi Faltorusso: Website: https://www.kristifaltorusso.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiserrano/Follow the Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvmKTIOWzy8e3kbzHr4f9VMr1oGfK5Qc_Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Pf1SZMvfwvSJTA6WnpNjPApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shes-so-suite-podcast/id1730535499To learn more about Wednesday Women check out theirWebsite: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/Connect with the Show Producer:Manali: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manalibhat/________________________________________About She's So Suite Podcast: Embark on a journey with Kristi in each podcast episode as she engages in insightful conversations with accomplished women in the C-suite. Explore their unique stories, triumphs, challenges, dreams, and valuable advice that will inspire and empower you. Tune in for an enriching experience as Kristi delves into the depth of their professional journeys and brings you closer to the dynamic world of female leaders at the top.
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