Zia Mody
Zia Mody, the Founder and Managing Partner at AZB & Partners, is one of India's leading corporate lawyer, who has changed the way business and law work in the country. She is now a valued counsellor to global firms and well-known people in the industry. Zia is a great supporter of ethics, integrity, and balance in leadership. Her path is a great example of legal talent, woman leadership and living purposefully.
Podcast Overview
In this powerful episode of The Happiness Hour, Zia Mody talks about how she fought hard to make a mark in a male dominated profession, the ideals that kept her grounded, and how important it is to be true to oneself. Zia and Ashu discuss how you can find success, honesty, and happiness in the busy halls of law and leadership. Zia says that she is not into gaining titles, her happiness lies in being honest to herself, and solves problems when they are hard.
Key Themes and Takeaways
Being happy with simple things
Even though Zia has accomplished a lot, she believes that true happiness comes from small things like family dinners, laughing, and quiet moments, not only professional successes.
Above all, honesty
Zia says that leaders need to be honest and have integrity, especially when the stakes are high. She believes that achievement without being honest is useless.
Balancing stress with being there
Zia Mody talks about how she has dealt with stress and why leaders need to be strong and present in today's world.
Leading by example
An inspiring woman leader, she stresses that being a great leader isn't about having power; it's about serving, guiding, and making things better for other people.
Advising the youth
Mody encourages the youth to take a deep breath when the going gets tough and stay the course and ask for support.
Why You Should Listen
This episode gives you a rare look into the mind of one of India's most successful leaders, who has learnt how to be both ambitious and real. Zia Mody's thoughts will make you think more deeply about what success and happiness mean to you. Her words give you practical advice on how to stay grounded, lead with integrity, and find joy in the little things, whether you're a lawyer, a leader, or just trying to get through life.
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