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The Writer turned CPO of Viator ft. Kristin Dorsett
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In this episode, I sit down with Kristin Dorsett, Chief Product Officer at Viator. Kristin is a dynamic leader passionate about building businesses and helping her team members grow, many of whom have ascended to VP and C-suite roles in other companies. In this episode, Kristin shares her journey from her early days in public relations and marketing to her pivotal role in product management. She discusses the importance of women in leadership, the need to increase the pipeline of female candidates, particularly in engineering, and the challenges of balancing personal and professional life. Kristin also offers invaluable advice on finding the right culture fit and prioritizing impactful tasks.
Timestamps
0:00 - Preview
1:15 - Intros
3:40 - Managing a remote team
4:45 - Career aspirations growing up
5:55 - Writing to Product Management
10:00 - Career impact of having an MBA
13:05 - Pivoting to Product Management
14:40 - Mapping a career trajectory
16:30 - Skills over titles
18:15- Importance of knowing the pain of the customer
20:42 - Find the right culture fit
26:30 - Leading through tough times
30:20 - Hiring, Leading, Collaborating with women
35:22 - Personal sacrifices for pursuing career ambitions
39:00 - Everyone has imposter syndrome
40:39 - Landscape for females in tech leadership
43:50 - Raise your hands
Connect with the guest:
Kristin Dorsett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristindorsett/
Connect with Kristi Faltorusso:
Website: https://www.kristifaltorusso.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiserrano/
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To learn more about Wednesday Women check out their
Website: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/
LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/
Connect with the Show Producer:
Manali: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manalibhat/
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Keywords:
Cheif Product Officer, Kristin Dorsett, Viator, Wednesday Women, Kristi Faltorusso, Client Success, female leadership, female executives, career balance, product management, women in tech, leadership roles, company culture, customer centricity, team building, customer voice, cultural fit, remote team management, transitioning careers, authentic leadership, She's So Suite Podcast
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About She's So Suite Podcast:
Embark on a journey with Kristi in each podcast episode as she engages in insightful conversations with accomplished women in the C-suite. Explore their unique stories, triumphs, challenges, dreams, and valuable advice that will inspire and empower you. Tune in for an enriching experience as Kristi delves into the depth of their professional journeys and brings you closer to the dynamic world of female leaders at the top.
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