Div Manikam shares her journey from marketing communication specialist to director of product marketing and mentor. She discusses her experience with anxiety and the importance of pivoting and finding clarity in life and career. Div emphasizes the role of mindfulness in leadership and the need for authentic leaders who prioritize the voice of the customer. She also touches on the differences between startups and Fortune 500 companies and the challenges and rewards of self-publishing. Div concludes by highlighting the significance of product marketing and the future trends in the field."Embracing my authentic self transformed not just my career, but my entire life. It's about finding that sweet spot where personal values and professional aspirations align, creating a symphony of success and satisfaction."TakeawaysPivoting and finding clarity in life and career can lead to personal growth and fulfillment.Mindfulness is a powerful leadership tool, helping reframe thoughts and create focus and clarity.Authentic leadership involves being true to oneself and creating a safe space for others to be authentic.Product marketing is crucial in understanding customer needs and positioning products in the market.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:22 Navigating Anxiety and Pivoting in Career08:20 Finding Clarity and Shifting Mindset12:02 Spotting and Overcoming Anxiety at Work14:52 The Role of Mindfulness in Leadership19:40 Choosing the Right Opportunities and Leaders26:14 Differences Between Startups and Fortune 500 Companies28:10 Becoming a Self-Published Author32:01 Authentic Leadership and Being Fearless36:16 The Role of Product Marketing and Future Trends40:55 Engaging with Div for MentorshipSai "Hi" to Div: https://www.linkedin.com/in/divmanickam https://twitter.com/divmanickam https://www.instagram.com/divmanickam/ https://www.facebook.com/divmanickam https://www.youtube.com/@nowherediv https://unsplash.com/@divmanickam Blog - https://divmanickam.substack.com [https://divmanickam.substack.com/] * Ebooks on Gumroad - https://divmanickam.gumroad.com/Paperback Books on Lulu - www.lulu.com/spotlight/divmanickam [http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/divmanickam]Her Books:A Broken Teacup: Filling the cracks with MindfulnessEssentialism and Self-care Fearless: Be the Authentic Leader you will Follow A Book is Born: Guide to Self-publishing Product Marketing: Mastering the art and science of PMM Additional resourcesThank you for listening, subscribe to my newsletter and get notified about new episodes and other valuable news: https://mywaynewsletter.com/subscribe

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