About this episode

In this episode, Sumit Gupta interviews Lindsay Nahmiache about the challenges and discomforts of growth in leadership.

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…

People in this episode

Host: Sumit Gupta

Guest: Lindsay Nahmiache

Topics covered

• leadership
• growth
• discomfort
• uncertainty
• team building
• personal development

Mentioned in this episode

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