Srijata Bhatnagar

Leadership Challenges Strategist | Keynote Speaker | Setback SOP™ Advisor | Executive Coach

Travels from Cupertino CA, USA

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Speaks on:

Leadership Development

Gender Equity

Resilience

Speaks to:

Corporate Teams & Enterprises

Associations & Membership Orgs

Community & Civic Organizations

Formats:

Keynote

Retreat

Training

Workshop



Audience members say

Srijata ignites audiences with her vibrant talks that blend vulnerable personal stories with practical strategies for growth. She captivates participants with her "good energy," delivering "inspiring" sessions that create a "nice shift in the day to pause and learn" while equipping them with "great tools and activities" for immediate self-evaluation. Attendees leave feeling energized and motivated, armed with her innovative productivity pyramid and actionable techniques that transform career transitions into opportunities for both personal and professional advancement.
Key Audience Outcomes
  • Participants gain actionable tools for self-evaluation and goal setting.

  • Attendees feel more motivated and energized to pursue personal and professional growth.

  • Individuals develop a renewed sense of purpose and clarity regarding their goals.

  • Attendees feel inspired to overcome challenges and view them from a new perspective.

  • Participants experience a stronger sense of community and connection with others.

Srijata's Bio

Srijata Bhatnagar is an international keynote speaker, leadership strategist, and author of two acclaimed leadership books. A two-time startup founder and former corporate executive, she’s inspired over 50,000 professionals globally with her transformative message. She speaks at Fortune 500 boardrooms, global conferences, and leadership summits, with clients including ServiceNow, Teradyne, AXA, ECOLAB, and LUX* Resorts. Her keynotes blend storytelling and strategy, using her Setback SOP framework to help leaders shift from “Why me?” to “Wow, it’s me!” Known for turning leadership challenges into lightbulb moments, Srijata brings practical tools and relatable insights to every stage. Before becoming a full-time speaker in 2017, she held leadership roles at Oxford University Press, Sulekha, and ESPN. An alumna of IIM Bangalore, she now lives in Cupertino, CA. She believes setbacks are life’s best mentors. Would you agree?

TYPICAL FEE

Private

Varies based on date, location, and engagement type

What you will receive

A detailed quote with pricing, availability, add-ons, and travel info that's ready to share with your team.


Srijata Offers the Following Talks

Leadership DevelopmentResilience

The Power of Setback Leadership

  • A clear understanding of what it means to lead through adversity and emerge stronger

  • A personal Setback SOP™, a repeatable process to respond to challenges with clarity and confidence

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45 minutes - half day

Leadership DevelopmentGender Equity

SOAR: Break Barriers, Lead Boldly

  • Strategies to recognize and overcome hidden biases and limiting narratives

  • A personalized growth framework for advancing their careers with authenticity and self-leadership

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45 minutes - half day




Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Srijata

Srijata conducts pre-booking calls with all her prospective clients to help them determine whether she is the right fit. She listens closely during discussions to understand the event requirements better.

The fees include all meetings, prep calls, and speaking at the day of the event. Travel, stay, and food expenses are on actuals.

Yes, Srijata loves to customize and tailor all her programs for the specific audiences and the event. She loves to get to the pulse of the audience and give them something that inspires action at the end of the event.

Srijata creates social media posts specifically promoting the event and produces promotional videos for events that organizers can circulate to their prospective attendees.

She generally sends out homework and worksheets that were discussed during the events. Also, bonus resources and presentation slides if needed. If the event has a specific follow-up routine, she happily complies with it as well.

Yes. Srijata has written two leadership books, called Setback Leadership and SOAR. She does do book signings and meet-and-greets.

Yes. Let's talk. It's all about creating a win-win-win for organizers, audiences, and Srijata herself. She is willing to talk.

Yes, you will.

Prior permission is required to record and circulate videos for internal distribution only. Generally, video recording is ok if the raw footage is shared with Srijata's team immediately after the event. Also, all recorded materials should be deleted after 30 days. Srijata holds all copyrights.

Standard Travel fee and rates. She is super easy to work with and doesn't have too much fuss over specific travel needs.


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