{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fecd56169-7ab2-4a20-8f29-dd33ca2f5fb9","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Why Great Strategies Fail: The People Side of Execution and Leadership Readiness with Sriram Mangudi","description":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEven the strongest strategy can stall when the human system underneath it is misaligned. In this BizBlend episode, host Yusuf speaks with Sriram Mangudi about why execution breaks down when leaders over-invest in planning but underinvest in leadership readiness.\nThis conversation is for founders, executives, operators, and investors who feel their plan is solid but progress feels slow, messy, or stuck. You\u2019ll learn how leadership clarity, stakeholder alignment, and operating rhythms can turn strategy into real enterprise value, especially during high-pressure moments like M&A and rapid growth.\nAbout the Guest:\nSriram Mangudi works at the intersection of strategy, leadership, and human capital risk. He supports investors and leadership teams in aligning talent, culture, and people systems so strategy translates into enterprise value.\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\nStrategy communication to investors is not the same as internal leadership alignment\n\n\nLeadership gaps show up most clearly during stress, pivots, and transformation\n\n\nIn M&A, the first 3\u20136 months depend heavily on putting the right leaders in place\n\n\nStart with basics: clear org chart, defined ownership, and role accountability\n\n\nStrong governance rhythms and enterprise mindset help teams recover from setbacks\n\n\nIf messaging is not landing, change how you communicate and influence expectations\n\n\nHow to Connect With the Guest:\nLinkedIn: Sriram MangudiEmail: smangudi at ConsultMSG.com\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life/BizBlend? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatchDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate.\nWith over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact:\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: podcast@podhub.club\ud83c\udf10 Website: https://www.podhub.club/\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\n\ud83c\udfa7 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\ud83e\udd1d Be a guest: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest\ud83d\udce9 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\n\n\n\n\n#podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #businessleadership #strategyexecution #executiveleadership #organizationalculture #changeleadership #mergersandacquisitions #privateequity #leadershipdevelopment #humancapital #peopleops #founderleadership #corporatestrategy #organizationalhealth\n\n\u00a0\n\n\n\n\n","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/8749df67-2e89-47dd-9fdd-acf47e22a55b/1b228e298d805a68.jpg"}