Embracing Your Own Purgatory: Geoff Curtis, Author & Philanthropist, on Identity, Leadership, and Purpose

In this episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Geoff Curtis, author and philanthropist, to discuss his transformative journey from a successful corporate career to finding purpose through mentoring and philanthropy.Geoff shares insights from his book Embracing Your Own Purgatory, reflecting on professional identity, leadership, navigating transitions, and embracing vulnerability.Key topics include the personal meaning of “purgatory” beyond its religious connotations, the challenges executives face when their identities become closely tied to their careers, managing imposter syndrome, and creating a “purpose plan” for meaningful life changes.Whether you're a high achiever or navigating a major transition, Geoff’s candid reflections offer an opportunity to pause, reflect, and explore a more authentic sense of purpose.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more leadership lessons and stories of transformation.