EP 10: Leading with Purpose: Building High-Performing Teams
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Guest: Snehal Patel
In this episode of The Pulse of High Performance, hosts Shane Yount and Seth Davies sit down with Snehal Patel, an inspiring leader in the life sciences industry. From his early days as a technician at Genentech to his current role as Chief Technical Officer at Sana Biotechnology, Snehal’s career exemplifies resilience, mentorship, and a commitment to driving meaningful change.
Key Themes Explored in This Episode
1. Career Evolution & Leadership:
Snehal shares his journey of growth, emphasizing the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone to embrace new challenges. He reflects on how mentorship—both receiving and providing it—has been instrumental in empowering others and shaping his career.
2. Building Cross-Functional Teams:
Learn Snehal’s strategies for creating high-performing teams where trust, collaboration, and open communication are central. He explains how a strong communication cadence and clear alignment of goals lead to better team outcomes.
3. Fostering a Speak-Up Culture:
Snehal highlights the value of psychological safety within organizations. He shares actionable insights on how to build an inclusive culture where team members feel empowered to voice ideas and concerns without fear of judgment.
4. Balancing Empathy with Accountability:
Leadership is about driving results while supporting people. Snehal discusses his approach to using metrics and scorecards to ensure accountability while fostering a culture of empathy and care.
5. A Personal Commitment to Impact:
Snehal recounts a deeply personal story about how a breakthrough treatment developed at Genentech extended his father-in-law’s life. This experience solidified his passion for creating therapies that make a difference in patients' lives.
Whether you’re leading a small team or a large organization, Snehal’s real-world experiences and practical advice will inspire you to:
Build stronger, more collaborative teams.
Foster a culture where accountability and empathy coexist.
Drive innovation while staying true to your mission.
This episode is packed with actionable takeaways and personal reflections that will resonate with leaders across industries. Don’t miss this insightful conversation with Snehal Patel—a leader who exemplifies how great leadership can make a lasting impact.
Listen now and discover strategies to elevate your leadership and team performance!
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