Rupal Patel: CIA and CEO

Author: The Growth House
Published: Mon 12 Aug 2024
Episode Link: https://thegrowthhouse.com/podcast/

We are excited to share Podcast 19 with the wonderful Rupal Patel. Rupal is author of the international bestseller: From CIA to CEO and she is the latest addition to our speaker roster. During our conversation, she shares the insights, stories and tools gained from a thrilling career as a CIA Analyst and Field Agent. Highlights for me were her bits of advice regarding 'Speaking truth to power', 'Learnings born of some white knuckle experiences' briefing serving presidents and 4-star generals. Hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we both did.

1.Introduction and Background (00:06 - 02:03)

2.Rupal’s Journey to the CIA (02:03 - 03:50)

3.The Importance of First Impressions and Handshakes (03:50 - 06:12)

4.The Concept of ‘Difference’ and Its Impact (06:12 - 09:47)

5.Embracing and Designing a Life True to Oneself (09:47 - 13:08)

6.Understanding Energy Maps and Golden Hours (13:08 - 15:10)

7.Learning the Tradecraft at the CIA (15:10 - 18:23)

8.CIA’s Intelligence Cycle and Work Cycles (18:23 - 19:21)

9.The Transition from CIA to Entrepreneurship (19:21 - 22:30)

10.Mindset Shifts and Overcoming Challenges (22:30 - 25:05)

11.Leadership Lessons from the CIA (25:05 - 28:00)

12.Balancing Ambition with Well-Being (28:00 - 31:15)