Episode 43

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25th Jan 2026

Redefining Leadership in Pharma

In this conversation, Uday discusses the evolving landscape of leadership in the life sciences sector, emphasizing the importance of cultural collaboration, shared leadership, and the need for empathy and vulnerability in leadership roles. He highlights the challenges posed by hierarchical structures and the critical role of customer experience in healthcare. Uday also addresses the significant gap in diversity and inclusion within pharma leadership and advocates for a more authentic and inclusive approach to leadership. The discussion culminates in reflections on personal philosophies and actionable insights for fostering a more equitable future in the industry.

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Drug Diaries
Welcome to "Drug Diaries," the podcast exploring pharmaceuticals, life sciences, and biotechnology. Host Kaushik Trivedi, with over two decades of industry experience, shares his expertise. Kaushik has worked with IQVIA, Cognizant, Wipro, and more, and holds degrees in pharmaceutical chemistry, marketing, and advertising. Kaushik's expertise spans: - Data-Driven GTM & Customer Engagement - CRM, Marketing Cloud, SFE, & Commercial Analytics - AI/ML/NLP in Life Sciences - Population Health Management - IoT & Connected Devices - Content Production & MLR Approval - R&D, Clinical, Pharmacovigilance, Medical, & Regulatory - Business Transformation "Drug Diaries" covers research, drug discovery, AI in health, GTM strategies, customer engagement, analytics, patient safety, product engineering, and more. Join Kaushik for insights and discussions on the ever-evolving pharma and biotech landscape. Each episode is a deep dive into the industry's heart. Welcome to "Drug Diaries."

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