What does it take to lead yourself—before you can lead anyone else? You start by knowing yourself, being yourself, and showing up as yourself.
From scaling startups to stepping away for a “blank canvas” sabbatical, Nish Patel has spent his career reimagining what leadership can look like in an age of rapid change. In this episode, he shares how living with a rare neurological condition became his greatest teacher—shaping his perspective on resilience, perspective, and the human side of innovation.
We talk about reframing limitations as circumstances, why friction is the new optimization, and how leaders can model the behavior they want to see—especially when navigating the uncharted waters of AI. Nish opens up about rejecting external algorithms, playing to your own, and why putting yourself first might be the most generous thing you can do for others.
Tune in for a candid, energizing conversation about purpose, perspective, and what it means to flourish—both as a leader and as a human—in the age of AI.
99 Humans is a multimedia platform centered on humanizing leadership. Hosts Jeff Lakusta and Nadia Carta interview a group of cross-industry leaders, seeking stories about the human side of leadership. Join us and share your story:
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