Meet Warren Harris, CEO of Tata Technologies
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Meet Warren Harris, CEO of Tata Technologies, as he sits down with host Jan Griffiths to discuss the experiences, challenges, and critical milestones that shaped his career path to becoming a CEO.
Warren talks about what Tata Technologies does and the intricacies of Indian business culture, explaining how their company defines and nurtures innovation by embracing a global mindset.
Warren discusses how they maintain a safe work environment, emphasizing his commitment to addressing human factor issues, promoting organizational health, and embracing vulnerability-based trust.
Warren reflects on his experiences and shares valuable advice he would give to his 25-year-old self. He emphasizes the importance of being present, enjoying the journey, and embracing opportunities for personal growth.
Moreover, he shares the lessons they learned from the challenges posed by the pandemic, highlighting the importance of organization alignment and understanding the company's purpose. Warren also explains how constant communication facilitated by technology proved effective in helping them deal with the challenges they faced.
Finally, Warren shares his aspirations for his legacy and the impact he hopes to leave behind, emphasizing the importance of building purpose-driven organizations that champion inclusivity and collaboration.
Themes discussed in this episode:
- Shifting from a command and control type of leadership
- The Importance of Authentic Leadership
- The role of vulnerability-based trust in fostering a safe and transparent work environment
- Defining the concept of Gravitas
- Exploration of the cultural dynamics and Indian business culture
- Personal accountability, including the rituals and mindset shifts necessary for setting oneself up for success
- How the pandemic has accelerated changes in leadership styles and organizational dynamics
- Purpose-driven leadership, global inclusivity, and meaningful impact across cultures
Featured: Warren Harris
What he does: Warren Harris is the CEO of Tata Technologies, a global engineering services company that offers product development and digital solutions. Warren has been associated with the company and its predecessor firms for over 25 years. His career has progressed from engineering to several technical management positions worldwide. Warren has led the company through significant expansions and mergers and established it as a major player in engineering services on a global scale.
On leadership: “Leadership is a responsibility. It's a service. And it's an obligation that one has to the company and to the individuals that are a part of it. And I think when you look at leadership in that particular way, it's very humbling and interjects a balance to decision-making, which I think is healthy.”
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