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Are you building a team that can thrive independently? What does it mean to lead with both your heart and your mind, and why is this approach becoming increasingly important?
Today on The M Word, Jennifer chats with Vibhor Kapoor, Chief Business Officer at AdRoll, about what it truly means to lead with purpose. Vibhor shares his passion for mentoring others, not by providing all the answers, but by guiding them to discover the right questions. His leadership philosophy emphasizes unlocking potential, whether it involves assisting a rising star at work or navigating a family vacation with two teenagers who have vastly different schedules.
“The pursuit is to help them be the best person that they can be and help them find their own purpose.”
Regardless of whether you are an executive, entrepreneur, or nonprofit leader, this episode is sure to inspire you to lead with greater intention and curiosity.
5 Key Takeaways:
- Purpose-driven leadership: Lead by helping others see possibilities rather than dictating choices; focus on guiding with vision, asking powerful questions, and creating space for people to discover their own solutions.
- Great leaders create teams that thrive in their absence: Build systems and culture that don’t rely on you; empower others with clear roles, ownership, and trust so the team can flourish without constant oversight.
- Mentoring works best when it’s non-directive: Instead of giving answers, encourage exploration; ask thought-provoking questions that open new ways of thinking and let mentees find their own path forward.
- Economic uncertainty demands flexibility: In times of change, adjust strategies quickly; nonprofits and small businesses should test small ideas, double down on what works, and keep reserves for stability.
- Balance is essential in every area of life: Prioritize what truly matters, whether in leadership, family, or even vacation planning; set boundaries, delegate where possible, and protect your energy to avoid burnout.
About Our Guest
Vibhor Kapoor is Chief Business Officer at AdRoll, where he leads product management, partnerships, marketing, and revenue. Under his leadership, AdRoll has grown into a privacy-forward, multichannel marketing platform, delivering strong SaaS growth while launching innovative solutions such as cross-channel attribution, connected TV advertising, and AI-driven customer insights. With nearly 30 years in SaaS and cloud platforms, Kapoor has held senior roles at Adobe, Box, and Microsoft, where he helped drive the early growth of Microsoft Azure. Connect with Vibhoor on LinkedIn and read his favorite book, The Heart of a Leader by Ken Blanchard and Meditations by Marcus Aurelius.
Watch the full podcast episode on YouTube.
