The Real Women in Tech

Three Decades of Trailblazing: Sarah Clatterbuck’s Evolution as a Tech Leader across Yahoo, LinkedIn, and Google

Igor & Shivam Season 2 Episode 1

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In this conversation, Sarah Clatterbuck, a seasoned engineering leader with over 30 years of experience in tech, shares her journey at major companies such as Google, LinkedIn, and Yahoo. She discusses her recent decision to take a break from her career, her thoughts on leadership, the importance of authenticity, and the cultural differences she experienced after moving to Zurich. Sarah also reflects on the impact of COVID-19 on team dynamics and the challenges of executive leadership.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sarah Clatterbuck
01:13 Navigating Career Transitions
05:03 The 30-Year Career Arc
08:36 Transitioning into Engineering
12:21 Growth at LinkedIn
16:33 Challenges of Executive Leadership
19:25 Leaning Out: A New Perspective
21:11 Moving to Zurich: A New Chapter
24:31 Cultural Differences in Leadership
25:22 Building Culture During COVID
28:59 Authenticity in Leadership
32:20 Leaving the Google Bubble