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The Leadership Equation PodcastBuilding an Institution: Scaling with GovernanceWhat does it take to transform a family business into a purpose-driven institution that outlives its founders?Join Anu Aga and Meher Pudumjee, the dynamic mother daughter duo as they pull back the curtain on Thermax’s reinvention, from Anu’s unexpected rise to CEO in 1996 to the bold decisions that reshaped their legacy. Discover the principles, people-first strategies, and governance models that propelled a family enterprise into an enduring institution.What can you expect from this episode?What happens when purpose, not profit, is the North Star?How sepa...2025-07-2835 minThe Leadership Equation PodcastLeadership, Design and Leading a GCCWhat does it take to lead a Global Capability Center that’s not just efficient — but strategic, future-focused, and globally integrated?In this episode of The Leadership Equation, Anupal Banerjee is joined by Astrid Mozes, former Regional President at Danfoss, to unpack the leadership principles, organizational design choices, and culture shifts that enable GCCs to thrive.Key themes include:Leadership development within Global Capability Centers (GCCs)Designing GCCs for agility, trust, and cross-border impactThe evolving role of the GCC site leaderAligning global strategy with...2025-05-2028 minThe Leadership Equation PodcastCracking the GCC Code for Nordics and Core Industrial BusinessesIn this premiere episode of The Leadership Equation, Anupal Banerjee sits down with Astrid Mozes, a seasoned global leader, to explore how GCCs can move beyond cost efficiency to become true growth drivers.Key insights:The leadership mindset required to scale GCCsAligning talent strategy with business goalsChallenges and best practices from real-world experienceWhy integration and purpose matter more than everA must-listen for anyone building global teams or leading transformation.Subscribe to The Leadership Equation for conversations at the intersection of people...2025-05-1318 minThe Leadership Equation PodcastThe Paradox Advantage: Why Great Leaders Think in OppositesIn a world where certainty is rare and complexity is constant, the best leaders embrace paradox — balancing bold vision with adaptability, ambition with empathy, and structure with agility.In this episode of The Leadership Equation, Anupal Banerjee sits down with Astrid Mozes, former President of Regions at Danfoss and a seasoned global business leader, to explore the power of paradoxical leadership.Tune in to learn:✅ What paradoxical leadership really means — and why it’s essential in today’s world✅ How to build enduring organizations through mindset, not just metrics✅ Why Global Capability Centers (GCCs...2025-05-0516 minThe Leadership Equation PodcastThe Future of Capability, Leadership, and AI with R GopalakrishnanThe Leadership Equation Podcast | Episode 3: The Future of Capability Building, Leadership, and AI How can leaders future-proof their organizations in the era of AI? In this episode of The Leadership Equation Podcast, Anupal Banerjee continues his insightful conversation with R. Gopalakrishnan, former Executive Director at Tata Sons, exploring how leaders can navigate the challenges of an AI-driven world and build sustainable organizational capabilities for the future. From rethinking learnability and the principle of uncertainty to the evolving role of Global Capability Centres (GCCs), R. Gopalakrishnan shares valuable insights into how leaders can prepare for...2025-03-2951 minThe Leadership Equation PodcastBuilding Institutions That Last with R GopalakrishnanThe Leadership Equation Podcast | Episode 2: Building Institutions That Last Why do some companies endure for generations while others fade away? In this episode of The Leadership Equation Podcast, Anupal Banerjee continues his conversation with R. Gopalakrishnan, former Executive Director at Tata Sons, to explore the secrets of corporate longevity. Drawing from decades of leadership experience and insights from history, business, and philosophy, R. Gopalakrishnan unpacks why most companies don’t survive beyond 50 years and what it takes to build an organization that stands the test of time. What’s inside this conversa...2025-03-2936 minThe Leadership Equation PodcastDecision Dilemma with R GopalakrishnanThe Leadership Equation Podcast | Episode 1: Decision Dilemma When you’re making a big decision, how much should you trust the data, and when is it time to go with your gut? In this first episode of The Leadership Equation Podcast, Anupal Banerjee sits down with R. Gopalakrishnan, former Executive Director at Tata Sons and a seasoned business leader, to explore the delicate balance between analysis and intuition. Through real-life leadership moments—including a tough call at Tata that tested his instincts—R. Gopalakrishnan shares what happens when you wait too long, the emotional side of d...2025-03-2917 minThe Leadership Equation PodcastIntroduction to The Leadership Equation PodcastIn this introductory episode, our host, Anupal Banerjee, Founder & CEO of People Equation, introduces The Leadership Equation Podcast. With 25 years of experience in HR transformation, Anupal kicks off a series of candid, unscripted conversations with global leaders on people, culture, and capability transformation. Tune in as we explore the core principles of building resilient organizations.2025-03-2901 min
Freedom to be HappyFreedom To Be Happy - Feat. Anupal Banerjee - Former CHRO - Tata Technologies with Sukriti Vadhera KohliThis episode of Freedom to be happy, the podcast series from Happyness.me features the former CHRO of Tata Technologies, Anupal Banerjee.2022-04-0826 min