Ekta Dhaka
VP Customer Success, Fexle Services Private Limited
📍Gurgaon, India
Pledge 1% is celebrating its 10th Anniversary this year. What can companies do (or do more of) to have a positive social impact in the next 10 years?
Congratulations on your 10 years! I see a lot of transformation in progress, but I feel we still have a long way to go. Companies can build a more inclusive and open culture wherein the future generations can find needed support, opportunities to think, thrive and shine.
What’s the legacy you hope to leave for future generations?
I want to bring a transformative influence wherein my peers and future generations feel empowered to break down the barriers and create their own pathways to thrive in our industry. Not every person comes with a similar set of expertise, it is essential to create an inclusive culture where people feel valued for their unique perspectives.
If you could choose one word to define your leadership style, what would it be and why?
“Empathy” would be the word. In today’s fast paced world where we mostly talk about numbers and results, it is essential that we do not overwhelm our team and should not forget to focus on understanding the emotions, and different perspectives of the team members. I try to pay attention to what my team feels and ensure that they get a supportive environment. Building trust and a supportive environment leads to improved team morale and enhances the performance as well. People feel happy about working as a team.
If you could give one piece of advice to the next generation of women leaders, what would it be?
Appreciate your uniqueness, collaborate more, speak up and just do it - and you shall shine!
Looking ahead, what are you most excited about—whether in your professional journey or personal life?
Well, I am excited that I shall be a new mom soon and then I would love to be that ‘working mom’ who balances both the areas and thrive. Looking forward to finding a new normal.
Appreciate your uniqueness, collaborate more, speak up and just do it - and you shall shine!
