Google CEO Sundar Pichai, now a newly minted billionaire worth $1.1 billion, believes the most effective employees are often their own harshest critics. “At times, you’re working with people who are so committed to achieving, if they’ve done something wrong, they feel it more than you do,” Pichai said in a coversation on Lex Fridman podcast.
Pichai is the person behind the transformation of Google into a$2.3 Trillion Giant. The 52 year-old tech giant leader who joined google in 2004 as Product Manager recently shared his management philosophy and career advice for Generation Z workers seeking professional growth. The advice is very usefull for everyone especially for people in the tech industry facing layoff’s.
Pichai’s journey from product manager to CEO wasn’t without challenges. He admits to feeling intimidated by colleagues throughout his career, but views this as essential for growth
Working With Talented People Than Oneself:
“At various points in my life, I’ve worked with people who I felt were better than me,” he told Fridman. “You want that feeling a few times, trying to get yourself in a position where you’re working with people who you feel are kind of like stretching your abilities, is what helps you grow.”
Challenge Yourself Out Of Comfort Zone:
Additionally the CEO encourages young professionals to “put yourself in uncomfortable situations” because “often you’ll surprise yourself.” This philosophy helped him catch the attention of Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin, leading to his CEO appointment in 2015.
Follow Passions:
Rather than relying purely on logical career moves, Pichai advises Gen Z to follow their passions. “When you do things, I think it’s important to listen to your heart, and see whether you actually enjoy doing it,” he said. Building teams that drive excellence is Sundar Pichai’s mantra.
Google’s Success Strategy:
Success at Google, according to Pichai, centers on finding the right people. “You find mission-oriented people who are in the shared journey, who have this inner drive to excellence, to do the best, and motivate peop you can achieve a lot that way.
Pichai’s Management Strategy:
His calm management approach stems from trust in committed employees. “Occasionally, there are people who you need to clearly let them know, like, ‘That wasn’t okay, but I’ve often found that not to be the case,” Pichai explained.
