Beyond her role as a principal consultant at Luxoft, Lavanya Menon juggles multiple roles outside of work. As a devoted daughter, nurturing mother of two girls, supportive wife, skilled chef, passionate dancer and singer, and enthusiastic motivator, Lavanya embodies a diverse array of talents and responsibilities.
As someone juggling multiple roles, how do you manage your day?
- Daughter: Providing emotional support to my parents and being there for them in times of need is an unexplainable feeling of pure bliss.
- Mother of 2 girls: Being a positive role model for my daughters, demonstrating values such as kindness, honesty, gratitude, empathy, resilience, self-pride, and perseverance. Ensuring their physical and mental well-being, offering a listening ear, encouragement, and unconditional love.
- Wife: Involves a combination of empathy, understanding, patience, and dedication. Open, honest, and respectful communication is key, maintaining independence and pursuing personal interests and goals.
- Chef: Cooking brings comfort and warmth. As a mother, wife, daughter, and sister, cooking for loved ones is a therapeutic experience.
- Dancer and singer: Passion for dance and amateur choreography. Encouraging my girls to explore their interests. A popular family singer, bringing music into the household.
- People enthusiast, motivator and cheerleader: I enjoy getting to know people, hearing their stories, and celebrating their successes. Encouraging and inspiring others through words, setting a positive example, and offering support and guidance.
How has Luxoft supported you in and outside of work?
"Luxoft has always offered me growth opportunities, believed in me, recognized my efforts, and provided continuous feedback for improvement. With flexible work arrangements, regular wellness initiatives, family-friendly policies, community volunteering opportunities, and regular HR connects, Luxoft prioritizes the well-being and growth of its employees both inside and outside of the workplace."
What advice would you offer to other women who are aspiring to excel in their careers?
"I consider myself a strong woman both professionally and personally. Women can excel with utmost dedication and perfection. Have confidence in your abilities, surround yourself with mentors, and be willing to voice your opinions. View challenges as opportunities for growth, support other women in their careers, take risks, and step out of your comfort zone."
What inspires you to continue growing and advancing in your career?
"The sense of satisfaction and fulfillment from making meaningful contributions inspires me. Positive relationships with peers and mentors motivates me. Personal goals, financial stability, recognition, and a sense of accomplishment drive my career advancement."
How do you balance your career and personal life, especially if you are a working mom?
"I identify top priorities at work and home, allocate time and energy effectively, communicate with my team and family on work arrangements and priorities, practice mindfulness, and take time for self-care. Staying present in what I do and knowing it's okay not to have everything perfectly balanced all the time gives me the strength to move on and be compassionate to myself."
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