Pledge 1%’s #WomenWhoLead series celebrates female leaders who are paving the way for the next generation. While our featured leaders come from a variety of backgrounds and industries, they are united in their efforts to promote equality for all women in the workplace. We’ve asked them to share a bit about their journey to success, as well as lessons they’ve learned along the way.
What is your name and title?
Amanda Deol, Co-Founder & SVP at Addteq.
Briefly (1-2 sentences) describe your current role.
I help create sales strategies, account growth, and new customer acquisitions. I am particularly focused on
aligning sales to business goals. In addition, I work to build company culture and maximize our community impact.
How did you get here? Please share any quick stories from past work experiences.
My upbringing, family and spouse have all had a lot to do with my career success. I came from a culture where boys were cherished and girls were frowned upon. That motivation helped me strive to always be better and promote women in leadership at Addteq.
In your opinion, what’s the #1 decision or move you’ve made that has helped advance your career?
Not overpromising and under delivering .
What is the most important lesson you’ve learned this past year?
Working remote is possible.
What’s the number one challenge you face as a woman in your industry?
Flexible work hours.
Do you have any mentors? What does mentorship mean to you?
Yes, I do. Mentors are extremely helpful for gathering advice and receiving another perspective.
What advice do you have for women who are just starting their career?
Commit to a goal, and go for it!
What is one thing you hope to accomplish in the next year?
This year, I would like to expand the Addteq community impact model.
Is there a cause that is particularly close to you? If so, why this cause and how did you get involved?
Education is really important to me as a way to get out of generational poverty. My husband and I both come from similar backgrounds and education really helped us to lift ourselves out of poverty.
When did your company join Pledge 1%? What does your impact program mean to you?
Addteq joined Pledge 1% in 2015. The impact program for us is to build a culture of giving back along with delivery of those commitments.
What do you like to do outside of the office? Any interesting (or unique) habits or interests?
I recently became really interested in public school education and what it has to offer. I also like to read, take hot pilates classes and take long walks with my husband.
Are you reading/listening to anything interesting at the moment? Please share your most recent favorite book or podcast!
I am currently reading “Keep Sharp: Build a better Brian at Any Age” by Sanjay Gupta M.D.
What’s been the one (or two!) things that have helped you navigate this past year? Any tips or tricks to dealing with remote work?
Working on things that result in a high ROI, and cutting out what is not needed.
