Madhura Chopda, Director of Engineering at Elastic, offers practical advice on leading remote teams by emphasizing the importance of personal connections, diversity, and transparent communication. Originally from Pune, India, and now based in California, Madhura combines her love for people with her professional journey in engineering. Her experience at Elastic, a globally distributed company, has taught her to value authenticity and growth, both personally and within her teams. She stresses the significance of embracing failure as a learning opportunity, which has bolstered her confidence as a leader. Madhura's approach includes one-on-one interactions, clear communication of expectations, and organizing team-building activities to foster trust and cohesion, even across different time zones. Through various strategies, she encourages an inclusive culture that maximizes the potential of her team, while also highlighting the unique advantages she brings as a woman leader.