Ritu G. Mehrish
Executive and Team Coach, Author, and Global Speaker on Leadership, and Women in Business
Sample Podcast Questions for Ritu G. Mehrish
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What is “Leader’s Block,” and how can a high-performing leader recognize they’re experiencing it?
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Follow-up: What are some of the common signs you see that others often miss?
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Why do you think it’s so hard for leaders to ask for help—and what’s the cost of staying silent?
- 4
You’ve led global teams across five continents. What’s one leadership lesson that translates everywhere—and one that absolutely doesn’t?
- 5
How do you help leaders prepare for high-stakes transitions like new roles or promotions? What tends to trip them up?
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You work closely with senior women across Asia. What’s uniquely challenging about leading as a woman in this region?
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What role does self-awareness play in leadership—and how do you help leaders uncover their blind spots without a coach?
- 8
Is it possible to lead a high-performing team without burning out yourself in the process? How do you help leaders manage both?
- 9
You talk about perception reports. What have you learned about the gap between how leaders see themselves and how they’re seen?
- 10
In a world obsessed with productivity and peak performance, why do you think it’s important to talk more openly about failure?
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What’s one small shift a leader can make today that would have a disproportionate impact on their presence or effectiveness?
Key topics
The Critical Quarter: Leading Effectively in Your First 90 Days
Nearly 40% of leaders fail within their first 18 months-often because they misstep early. Ritu’s Critical Quarter framework, tested with global clients, tackles this head-on. She unpacks the silent traps of transitions (e.g., over-relying on past success, misreading team dynamics) and how to build credibility fast. With stories from leaders who floundered-and those who thrived-she turns the chaotic 'honeymoon phase' into a strategic advantage.
Rewrite the Rules: What It Really Takes for Women to Lead in Asia
While Western leadership advice dominates, Ritu’s research with 200+ Asian women exposes unique cultural barriers-like the 'visibility paradox' (being seen as either 'too assertive' or 'too quiet'). She contrasts her global corporate experience with Asia’s unspoken rules, offering tactical workarounds for networking, self-advocacy, and balancing societal expectations. This isn’t inspiration; it’s a roadmap for women tired of one-size-fits-all advice.
Leader’s Block: What Happens When High Performers Lose Their Spark
After interviewing 100+ leaders and overcoming her own 'leader’s block,' Ritu reveals why even top performers hit invisible walls-burnout, disengagement, or decision fatigue-and how to recover without derailing their careers. She dismantles the myth that struggling means failure, sharing tactical steps to regain clarity, from reframing setbacks to leveraging coaching tools. This isn’t theoretical: Ritu’s work stems from real corporate trenches, making her a trusted guide for leaders afraid to admit they’re struggling.
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Key topics
The Critical Quarter: Leading Effectively in Your First 90 Days
Nearly 40% of leaders fail within their first 18 months-often because they misstep early. Ritu’s Critical Quarter framework, tested with global clients, tackles this head-on. She unpacks the silent traps of transitions (e.g., over-relying on past success, misreading team dynamics) and how to build credibility fast. With stories from leaders who floundered-and those who thrived-she turns the chaotic 'honeymoon phase' into a strategic advantage.
Rewrite the Rules: What It Really Takes for Women to Lead in Asia
While Western leadership advice dominates, Ritu’s research with 200+ Asian women exposes unique cultural barriers-like the 'visibility paradox' (being seen as either 'too assertive' or 'too quiet'). She contrasts her global corporate experience with Asia’s unspoken rules, offering tactical workarounds for networking, self-advocacy, and balancing societal expectations. This isn’t inspiration; it’s a roadmap for women tired of one-size-fits-all advice.
Leader’s Block: What Happens When High Performers Lose Their Spark
After interviewing 100+ leaders and overcoming her own 'leader’s block,' Ritu reveals why even top performers hit invisible walls-burnout, disengagement, or decision fatigue-and how to recover without derailing their careers. She dismantles the myth that struggling means failure, sharing tactical steps to regain clarity, from reframing setbacks to leveraging coaching tools. This isn’t theoretical: Ritu’s work stems from real corporate trenches, making her a trusted guide for leaders afraid to admit they’re struggling.
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