In this episode, Subodh Saxena, SVP at Nabors Industries, shares his journey from humble beginnings in India to leading global operations in the oil and gas industry. He discusses leadership, industry evolution, diversity, and the importance of continuous learning and adaptation.

Key topics

• Leadership in oil and gas
• Industry evolution and technology
• Diversity and inclusion in energy
• Performance management and feedback
• Unconscious bias and unlearning

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Subodh Saxena's Journey

02:57 Foundational Phase: Early Life and Education

05:44 Exploration Phase: Global Experiences and Cultural Adaptation

09:15 Industry Evolution: From People to Purpose

13:36 The Importance of Diverse Skill Sets in Oil and Gas

16:18 Performance Evaluation: Balancing Outcomes and Efforts

20:03 Unlearning Biases: The Role of Feedback in Growth

24:05 The Art of Constructive Feedback

25:22 Technological Innovations in the Oil and Gas Industry

29:07 Leadership Skills in Oil and Gas

30:42 Personal Habits of Effective Leaders

32:38 Common Mistakes Young Engineers Make

33:49 Addressing Gender Bias in the Industry

34:48 The Future of Energy Leadership

36:32 Key Takeaways for Future Leaders

Keywords

Oil and Gas, Leadership, Industry Evolution, Diversity, Career Growth, Technology, Unconscious Bias, Performance Evaluation