I learned to be more authentic over time, moving away from trying to fit a certain mold of what a CEO should be, which has made me a happier person.

I learned to give autonomy to my leaders, believing that I should hire executives who are more like peers than subordinates.

Resilience is crucial; I often joke that I have a thick skin, which has helped me navigate the challenges of being a woman in leadership.

By the time I co-founded my next venture, I was a more self-aware leader, owning both my weaknesses and strengths, which improved my companies and my happiness.

I've learned that as a leader, it's crucial to take responsibility for failures and to foster a culture where accountability is valued.

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

I learned that true leadership involves building camaraderie rather than just trying to outshine others.

The fundamentals of business and leadership skills are transferable; I relied on my strengths from Unilever while maintaining humility to understand Chanel's unique culture before implementing changes.

Talking to other female founders was one of the most helpful things I did while learning on the job.