An All-Star Leverages Range without Risk: Tariq Shaukat, President of Bumble

Today we are joined by Tariq Shaukat, the current President for Bumble; the dating/social app!   Tariq has had some amazing experiences in the consulting world and the entertainment industry from gaming to technology. Previous to his role at Bumble, he served as the President of Google Cloud, the Chief Commercial Officer at Caesars Entertainment Corporation, and a Partner at McKinsey & Company. In addition, he is currently a Member of the Board of Trustees of Public Storage and a Member of the Board of Directors of Ellipsis Health.   In this episode, Tariq shares some of his rich stories of how he took risks and leveraged his varied experiences and competencies to become an exceptional leader and operator in some of the world's top companies. He speaks about the importance of having range and being a generalist in a specialized world, the key components of what leads to success in any industry, and some of his insights around soft networking.   This was a fascinating episode and I cannot wait for you all to tune in!   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today’s episode with Tariq Shaukat! [1:20] Welcoming Tariq to the podcast. [1:26] Tariq shares about his background, standout career highlights, and what led him to do what he does today. [6:38] Tariq shares about his early years in consulting. [7:49] Key lessons that Tariq took with him from his years in consulting into his first General Manager role. [9:25] How and why did Tariq become the Chief Commercial Officer at Caesars Entertainment Corporation? What are some of the common threads between the industries Tariq has been a part of? [14:28] Tariq has many competencies that he is able to apply across many different industries and roles regardless of not having been formally trained or having previous experiences in them. Many people have the self-limiting belief that if they don’t have the “proper experience” they shouldn’t apply to a certain role when, in actuality, your competencies are what truly matter. Tariq shares his thoughts on this topic. [17:15] The importance of having range and being a generalist in a specialized world.[18:31] Some of the downsides and challenges to being a generalist. [20:07] Tariq shares some key components of what our success is often tied up in. [23:44] About Tariq’s time as President for Google Cloud for four years. [27:10] Tariq elaborates on the geographical movies he made throughout his career and how it impacted his family. [31:03] Has Tariq’s awareness of his wife’s experiences with gender disparities and inequalities in the workforce informed his leadership decisions? [34:27] What attracted Tariq to Bumble? [38:21] The difference between a CEO and a President. [40:34] Tariq shares some final words of wisdom on soft networking. [42:57] Thanking Tariq for taking his time to share his insight and wisdom with us on Fifth Dimensional Leadership!   Mentioned in this Episode: Tariq Shaukat Bumble Crossing the Chasm: Marketing and Selling Disruptive Products to Mainstream Customers, by Geoffrey A. Moore McKinsey & Company Caesars Entertainment Corporation Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World, by David J. Epstein   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube