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- Yesterday37 min
Leadership Journeys [284] - Mark Coscarello - "Fulfillment comes from who you build with, not where you work"
This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, I attempt to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.Most leaders chase success—but still feel something is missing. In this episode, Sumit Gupta sits down with Mark Coscarello to unpack why fulfilment in leadership has less to do with titles and money and everything to do with human connection. Mark shares his raw transition from corporate life to building a career rooted in trust, meaning, and aligned values—and what it really takes to discover your “why.” They dive into the uncomfortable realities of change, from redefining success to learning how to sell your value without losing your integrity. If you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or ready to lead in a way that actually feels right, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what success means on your terms.You can find Mark Coscarello at the links belowhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/markcoscarello/ https://www.markcoscarello.com/In the interview, Mark shares“Leadership isn’t about position—it’s about the choices you make when no one is watching.”“Too many brilliant leaders stay stuck in survival mode instead of stepping into their full potential.”“Fulfilment doesn’t come from climbing the corporate ladder—it comes from meaningful human connection.”“Your ‘why’ isn’t something you find overnight—it’s something you uncover by paying attention to what actually matters to you.”“If the work you’re doing doesn’t energise you, it’s not a career—it’s a slow drain.”“Leaving the corporate world isn’t just a career shift—it’s an identity shift.”“Building a business is hard, but building it with people you trust makes it worth it.”“Transparency, integrity, and authenticity aren’t buzzwords—they’re the foundation of a life and business that actually work.”“Failure isn’t the opposite of success—it’s the training ground for it.”“Mediocrity is a choice—and so is excellence. The question is, which one are you practising daily?”
- 1 weeks ago44 min
Leadership Journeys [283] - Katie Tamblin - " Very big egos often hide very fragile people"
This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, I attempt to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.What if the biggest thing holding you back as a leader isn’t strategy—but how you relate to people? In this episode, Katie Tamblin breaks down what it really takes to lead through uncertainty, build trust, and create teams that actually thrive. She shares hard-earned lessons on navigating change, managing emotions under pressure, and why curiosity might be your most underrated leadership skill. You’ll hear a refreshing take on success—one that prioritizes peace, authenticity, and long-term impact over ego and short-term wins. If you’re tired of surface-level leadership advice and ready to lead in a way that actually works, this conversation will challenge how you think—and how you show up.You can find Katie Tamblin at the links belowhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/katietamblin/katietamblin.comIn the interview, Katie sharesLeadership isn’t a fixed path—it’s a series of transformations driven by curiosity and a willingness to change.The hardest transitions in leadership aren’t about skills—they’re about trust, relationships, and team dynamics.Great leaders don’t control everything—they build trust, delegate, and let people take ownership.Success isn’t just performance—it’s creating a sense of peace in how you and your team operate.Ego and righteousness often show up together—real leadership is choosing collaboration over being right.Emotional mastery isn’t optional in leadership—it’s the foundation for stability in chaotic environments.Curiosity is a leader’s greatest advantage—it keeps you learning, adapting, and open to better solutions.Growth will challenge your identity—not just your ability—and that’s where real development happens.Non-toxic workplaces don’t happen by accident—they’re built through conscious, values-driven leadership.Leadership isn’t about perfection—it’s about authenticity, learning as you go, and creating space for others to thrive.
- 3 weeks ago33 min
Leadership Journeys [282] - Bob van Luijt - "Starting early compounds everything."
This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, I attempt to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.What does it really take to lead when everything in you wants to hold on tighter? In this episode, Bob van Luijt shares the unexpected journey from music to building a cutting-edge tech company—and why that path gave him an edge most leaders overlook. You’ll hear a raw take on letting go of control, building trust at scale, and leading without losing what makes you unique. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the weeds or unsure how to grow without breaking your culture, this conversation will challenge you. It’s an honest, refreshing look at leadership as a choice—and what becomes possible when you actually make it. You can find Bob van Luijt at the links belowhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bobvanluijt/ bob@weaviate.io. In the interview, Bob shares“Leadership isn’t something you stumble into—it’s a choice you make, especially when it’s uncomfortable.” “Most leaders are stuck in daily firefighting, but real impact begins the moment you decide to step out of it.” “Your background doesn’t define your ceiling—sometimes the most unconventional paths create the most innovative leaders.” “Discipline from one world can become your unfair advantage in another.” “As your company grows, your job is to let go—not hold on tighter.” “Trust isn’t just a leadership trait; it’s the foundation for innovation to exist.” “Standing out is powerful—but only when it’s grounded in purpose, not ego.” “Technology should amplify human potential, not replace it.” “AI can scale efficiency, but it can’t replace genuine human connection.” “The values you refuse to compromise on will define the company you build—and the leader you become.”
- 4 weeks ago32 min
Leadership Journeys [281] - Kishan Ananthram - “Give more than you take and never forget where you came from.”
This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, I attempt to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.What does it really take to build something meaningful that lasts for decades? In this episode of Choosing Leadership, Sumit Gupta sits down with Kishan Ananthram to unpack the mindset, values, and courage required to lead through uncertainty. Kishan shares hard-won lessons from a 30-year entrepreneurial journey—from choosing people over profit, to letting go of control so others can rise. If you are navigating growth, pressure, or the fear of making the wrong call, this conversation will challenge you to lead with more conviction, clarity, and heart. It is a powerful reminder that great leadership is not about playing safe—it is about choosing what matters most, even when it is uncomfortable.You can find Kishan Ananthram at the links belowhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kishanananthram/kishan.ananthram@ionidea.com In the interview, Kishan shares“Leadership is not about the title you hold—it’s about the choices you make when comfort and courage collide.”“My father taught me two things: always aim for the top, and in every relationship, give more than you take.”“Building a business is not just about profit; it’s about creating something that people can trust with their future.”“There were moments I could have walked away with the money, but real leadership meant staying—for the sake of the people who built this with me.”“In difficult times, your values are no longer theory. They become the standard by which every decision is made.”“Growth begins the moment you stop treating the business like your possession and start building it as a shared legacy.”“Bringing in partners was not about giving up control—it was about multiplying possibilities.”“The real purpose of success is not accumulation; it is contribution to something greater than yourself.”“Leadership without inner work is incomplete. The deeper you understand yourself, the more responsibly you can lead others.”“Comfort is the enemy of greatness. If you want an extraordinary life, you have to be willing to choose discomfort in service of something bigger.”
- Apr 14, 202629 min
Leadership Journeys [280] - Kunal Thakker - “Entrepreneurship gives you freedom but it quietly takes your presence.”
This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, my attempt is to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.What does it really take to walk away from a “safe” career and build something that changes an entire industry? In this conversation, Kunal Thakker shares the raw, unfiltered reality of leaving banking to reinvent dentistry—and why fear was actually his greatest advantage. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the mental load of entrepreneurship, the sacrifices no one talks about, and how to stay grounded while scaling fast. Kunal also breaks down how he’s built a culture-first company in a highly technical field—and why that’s been his real edge. If you’re navigating growth, uncertainty, or big leadership decisions, this episode will challenge how you think and remind you what’s actually worth building.You can find Kunal Thakker at the links belowhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/toothclub/https://www.toothclub.co.uk/In the interview, Kunal shares“Sometimes the biggest industry disruptors are the ones who start as outsiders.” “Fear didn’t stop him—it became the reason he built something better.” “Leaving a stable career isn’t reckless when you’re building something that actually matters.” “Entrepreneurship gives you freedom—but it also rents space in your mind 24/7.” “You can be with your family physically and still be miles away mentally—that’s the hidden cost of building something big.” “Scaling a business is easy compared to preserving its culture.” “Culture isn’t a department—it’s the foundation everything else stands on.” “Great leadership is a constant balance between vision and adaptation.” “If you’re not open to feedback, you’re not serious about growth.” “The future belongs to those willing to rethink even the most traditional industries.”
- Apr 6, 202623 min
Leadership Journeys [279] - Ron Rubin - “There’s gold in your backyard - if you’re willing to dig deep enough.”
This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, my attempt is to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.What does it really take to hold onto a dream for 40 years—and actually bring it to life? In this conversation, Ron Rubin shares hard-earned lessons on patience, succession, and making bold decisions without losing your footing. You’ll hear how great leaders balance risk with wisdom, let go at the right time, and build businesses that last beyond them. More importantly, this episode challenges you to stop chasing distant opportunities and start recognising the “gold” already within your reach. If you’re navigating growth, transition, or uncertainty, this one will hit closer to home than you expect.You can find Ron Rubin at the links belowhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ronrubin/ ron@goldenyourbackyard.comIn the interview, Ron shares“Dreams don’t expire—they just wait for the person patient enough to build them.”“What looks like a long delay is often just the time required to do something meaningful.”“The best business advice I ever received was simple: stay debt-free and sleep well at night.”“Succession isn’t about stepping away—it’s about setting someone else up to win.”“If you don’t have a plan to let go, you don’t have a leadership strategy—you have control issues.”“Most people chase opportunity in distant places, while ignoring the gold sitting in their own backyard.”“The real lessons of leadership aren’t taught in classrooms—they’re earned through decisions, risks, and consequences.”“Great leaders don’t avoid risk—they understand it, respect it, and move anyway.”“Innovation matters, but never at the expense of the human touch that built your business in the first place.”“Success means very little if you’re not lifting others as you climb.”
- Mar 24, 202628 min
Leadership Journeys [278] - Lindsay Nahmiache - "Growth feels like discomfort. Comfort feels like stagnation."
This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, my attempt is to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.Growth doesn’t feel like confidence—it feels like discomfort, doubt, and stepping into rooms where you’re not the smartest person yet. In this episode of Choosing Leadership, Sumit Gupta sits down with Lindsay Nahmiache to unpack what it really takes to grow when comfort is no longer an option. They dive into how embracing uncertainty, building systems, and telling better stories can unlock exponential growth in business and life. If you’re leading a team, building something ambitious, or feeling stuck at your current level, this conversation will challenge the way you think about progress. Expect real talk, practical insights, and a nudge to stop waiting until you feel ready—because leadership starts the moment you choose to move anyway.You can find Lindsay Nahmiache at the links belowhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaynahmiache/https://jiveprdigital.com/In the interview, Lindsay shares“If growth feels comfortable, you’re probably not growing at all.”“Discomfort isn’t a sign you’re failing—it’s proof you’re evolving.”“Entrepreneurship is learning to feel at home in the unknown.”“Every breakthrough I’ve had came from stepping into situations I couldn’t control.”“Storytelling isn’t marketing—it’s how people decide whether to trust you.”“You don’t stumble into opportunity; you recognise it because you’re paying attention.”“The edge of growth is uncomfortable, and that’s exactly where leaders are built.”“Systems don’t limit freedom—they create it.”“Not everyone is meant to want more, and that’s okay. Leadership is choosing to want more anyway.”“Authenticity isn’t a brand strategy—it’s how you stop lying to yourself about who you’re becoming.”
- Mar 17, 202631 min
Leadership Journeys [277] - Joe Seddon - "Be delusional about the mission. Be ruthless about the execution."
This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, my attempt is to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.What does it really take to build something meaningful when you have no money, no network, and no permission? In this episode of Choosing Leadership, host Sumit Gupta sits down with Joe Seddon, who built Zero Gravity from his student bedroom with his last £200 and a healthy dose of bold belief. They unpack the uncomfortable truths about execution, rejection, and why a little “delusion” might be the edge most leaders are missing. You’ll hear how to cut through distraction, build a culture of accountability, and stay grounded while chasing ambitious goals. If you’ve been playing it safe, this conversation will challenge you to step up, think bigger, and lead with courage—starting now.You can find Joe Seddon at the links belowhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joeseddon/https://www.zerogravity.co.uk/In the interview, Joe shares“Talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. Our job as leaders is to close that gap.”“Sometimes you have to be a little delusional to build something meaningful—especially when you don’t have money, connections, or permission.”“Naivety isn’t always weakness; sometimes it’s the fuel that keeps you moving when the odds say stop.”“If you wait until you feel ready, you’ll never start. Real leaders move before confidence shows up.”“Cold-calling, handwritten letters, uncomfortable asks—that’s what execution looks like when you have no leverage.”“In a world competing for attention, leadership means helping people invest their time in their future, not just their entertainment.”“Culture isn’t your values on a wall—it’s whether people actually do what they say they’ll do.”“Standing up straight means saying what you intend to do and doing what you said you would do.”“Growth doesn’t come from adding more to your day; it comes from changing the context you operate in.”“Comfort is the enemy of greatness—choosing leadership means choosing discomfort on purpose.”
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About Choosing Leadership with Sumit Gupta
As a leader, you are always making choices. Even when you think you have no choice. And if you are unable to make a decision, you are choosing to stay in a state of indecision. The only question is - are your choices taking you where you want to go?I am Sumit Gupta, and this is "Choosing Leadership" - a podcast for high performers with big dreams - who know deep inside that there is more. This is a podcast for people who know they are more powerful than the level they are currently playing.I have spent a long time feeling powerless, and that is why I see where you are powerful even when you cannot. I dare to say what most people would not. I dare to speak to the "tremendous power" which you already have rather than what you believe are your strengths and limitations. This podcast is called "choosing leadership" - because that is what leadership is - a choice. The choice to step into the unknown. The choice to see fear as a friend. The choice to take courageous action rather
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