Turning Setbacks into Breakthroughs (with Pankit Desai) | 340

Welcome to Think Mastery with Dr. Yishai. Hosted by Doctor of Psychology, entrepreneur, and executive coach Dr. Yishai Barkhordari. On this podcast, you’ll hear real talk about life and business. Plus, how to use psychology to create more mastery and success in both.

In this episode, I sit down with Pankit Desai, co-founder and CEO of Sequretek, a global cybersecurity organization dedicated to protecting businesses and empowering teams. Pankit’s journey from 20 years in the corporate world to building a mission-driven company reveals the power of legacy-focused leadership—especially when harnessing the potential of untapped talent. Through personal stories of setbacks and successes, Pankit shows how to transform adversity into advantage and create meaningful opportunities for others along the way.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

1. The Seeds of a Legacy-Driven Business
   • Discover how Pankit tapped into his corporate experience to shape a company culture that balances profitability with making a genuine impact.
2. The Power of Attitude Over Aptitude
   • Hear how Sequretek identifies hidden gems in the hiring process and why a growth mindset can often outperform higher credentials.
3. Turning Adversity into a Launchpad
   • Learn how a sudden economic downturn became the catalyst for massive reinvention, fueling bigger, better wins in the long run.
4. Mentorship and Leadership in Action
   • Understand how powerful mentoring and coaching relationships can guide top-level leaders to continued growth, clarity, and resilience.
5. Navigating an Uncertain Future of Work
   • Get insights on how geopolitical shifts, changing demographics, and emerging technologies like AI are reshaping the workforce—and what you can do to stay ahead.

Why This Episode Is Worth Your Time

This conversation is packed with actionable wisdom for entrepreneurs, executives, and anyone aiming to become a more effective leader. Whether you’re grappling with rapid technological changes or striving to build a purpose-driven legacy, Pankit’s approach to hiring, leadership, and resilience will help you unlock new levels of growth and success—for yourself and for those around you.

Learn More About Dr. Yishai

If you’re ready to level up your leadership, decision-making, and emotional intelligence, connect with Dr. Yishai for one-on-one coaching or explore more resources at
https://www.dryishai.com/

Links

• Pankit Desai’s Company: https://www.sequretek.com/
• Think Mastery Podcast: https://thinkmastery.buzzsprout.com/

Disclaimer: All content shared in this episode is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.