In my first months at Chanel, I focused on understanding the craftsmanship and stories behind our products, which helped me adapt to the luxury mindset that values rarity and artistry.

As a female leader, I learned to be authentically myself and to embrace my strengths while hiring around my weaknesses.

I learned to take the effective pieces from different leadership styles I experienced at Google and assemble my own unique style.

When Chanel approached me, I was shocked and initially resistant, but after much reflection, I realized it was an opportunity I couldn't ignore. I was compelled to join Chanel because it's the most iconic brand, followed on all Western media platforms, and has a legendary founder, Gabrielle Chanel, who created revolutionary designs for women.

Achieving gender parity in management roles at Unilever required hard work, supporting women, engaging men, and changing the culture simultaneously.

As a leader managing a large group, I've learned the importance of keeping things simple, communicating consistently, and ensuring that company culture aligns with leadership values.

I reinvented myself after selling my business by immersing myself in personal development and reading influential books, which shaped my approach to building Lululemon.

As CEO, I've transitioned from being a micromanager to learning to delegate, focusing on being a culture carrier and making tough philosophical decisions.

It's crucial to be introspective and recognize that the company evolves over time, even if the core fundamentals remain the same.