Ami Hindia: Breast Cancer Awakening

Step into the Pivot

Ami Hindia, faced a breast cancer diagnosis at 42, shortly after her third daughter's birth. Join us on this heartwarming episode of Step Into the Pivot where Ami bravely recounts her journey through solitary medical tests during the pandemic, the relief of a successful lumpectomy, and the vital importance of early detection. Her story is a powerful call to prioritize health, regardless of family history, especially highlighted during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Ami's journey led to a profound realignment of her life priorities, emphasizing the importance of being present in the fleeting moments of life. Throughout our discussion, she shares how her experience reshaped her focus from professional demands to cherishing time with her children and practicing self-care. The unexpected outpouring of support from her community also highlights the invaluable role of relationships during challenging times. Ami’s reflections underscore the significance of maintaining social connections and self-care as essential pillars of well-being and role modeling for her kids.
Authenticity in professional settings takes center stage as Ami discusses her decision to be open about her cancer journey on social media and at work. She shares the cultural challenges she faced within her Indian family and the rewards of fostering deeper connections through transparency. Our conversation underscores the power of empathy in leadership, encouraging us to understand colleagues beyond their professional roles. As we explore the life-saving potential of early cancer detection, we invite you to continue the dialogue on empathy and health consciousness beyond October. Tune in and be inspired by the transformative power of Ami's story.
Guest Bio:
Ami Hindia is the Central & Southeast Divisional Manager for Core Market Sales within Fidelity’s Workplace Investing. She has been working with advisors and plan sponsors in the retirement plan space for over 20 years. As a leader, she supports her team whose focus is building advisor & TPA relationships and winning new 401(k) plans for Fidelity in the Core Market space. Prior to being in this role, she was on the institutional asset management side of Fidelity as a Defined Contribution Investment Only (DCIO) wholesaler for 11 years. She was responsible for wholesaling Fidelity Advisor Funds, Fidelity VIP Portfolios, and Fidelity sub advised portfolios on the insurance, bank, broker-dealer, and TPA recordkeeping platforms across the North Central part of the country. Prior to joining Fidelity in 2010, Ms. Hindia served as a vice president and regional sales director for the investment-only division at Columbia Management, where she supported both insurance and qualified plan distribution efforts as the firm’s North Central retirement specialist. Previously, she was a key accounts manager for institutional clients at UBS Global A

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Κεφάλαια

1. Breast Cancer Awareness and Personal Stories (00:00:00)

2. Personal Awakening and Prioritizing Life (00:06:24)

3. Navigating Authenticity in Professional Settings (00:13:38)

4. Leading With Empathy in Business (00:20:46)