The Art of Trust and Technology

What if empathy could be the cornerstone of great leadership? Join us on a transformative journey with Susan Odle, the visionary CEO of StorMagic, as she unravels the secrets behind her remarkable 30-year career in the tech industry. From her beginnings in sales to ascending to the role of CEO, Susan shares how listening and building trust have been pivotal in her leadership. As a woman and visible minority, she offers unique insights into balancing gut instincts with evidence-based decision-making to navigate the swiftly changing tech landscape. Discover StorMagic's strategic vision for growth in the edge virtualization market, where simplicity and trust are the keys to capturing new opportunities. Susan emphasizes the importance of maintaining customer trust amidst the challenges posed by competitors like Broadcom. She sheds light on the rewarding aspects of leadership, from fostering a motivated workforce to practicing radical candor in delivering feedback. Tune in to uncover how transparency and kindness can lead to lasting success and positive transformation in the world of technology. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome to the Podcast  00:00:45 - Susan Odle's 30-Year Journey in Tech  00:02:10 - Starting in Optical Character Recognition Sales  00:06:50 - Balancing Gut Instincts with Evidence-Based Decisions  00:08:30 - Technological Changes and Challenges in Recent Years  00:10:00 - The Fast Pace of AI and Processing Speed  00:14:30 - Leadership Gratification: Helping Others Succeed  00:18:30 - Creating a Flat Organizational Structure for Better Decision Making  00:22:30 - StorMagic's Growth Potential and Technological Innovation  00:24:00 - The Importance of Customer Trust and Service    00:28:00 - Where to Find More Information About Susan Odle and StorMagic Episode Resources: Connect with Susan here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-odle/?originalSubdomain=ca Legacy Podcast: For more information about the Legacy Podcast and its co-hosts, visit businesslegacypodcast.com. Leave a Review: If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review and rating on your preferred podcast platform. For more information: Visit businesslegacypodcast.com to access the shownotes and additional resources on the episode.