Summary
You’ve worked hard, climbed the corporate ladder, and achieved financial success…so why does something still feel off?
In this episode, I sit down with Sharad Lal to unpack why so many senior executives in their 40s and 50s feel stuck, uninspired, and unsure what’s next - even after years of career success.
Highlights
We dive into:
🔹 Why high performers often feel trapped by their own success
🔹 Fear of change and losing what you’ve built
🔹 A lack of real avenues for support when things feel off
🔹 Ignoring personal growth because “I don’t need it”
🔹 How to break free without throwing everything away
🔹 How to design your business (or career) around your life – not the other way around
If you’re a corporate leader wondering “Is this all there is?”, this conversation is for you.
📌 Hit play and take the first step toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.
Timestamps
🔹 **Happiness & Life Transformation**
01:42 Sharad’s definition of happiness – is it what you think?
04:44 The life-changing event that forced Sharad to rethink everything
07:35 Are your actions aligned with your values? Here’s how to know
🔹 **Balancing Work, Life & Identity**
08:50 Banker in New York vs. Yogi in India – Can you find true balance?
13:10 How much does parental approval shape our life choices? (Especially for Indians & Brits!)
13:44 Unlearning bad habits – How to break free from default behaviours
15:21 Can you really change your parents!?
🔹 **Personal Development & Inner Work**
16:34 What actually happens when you work with a great coach or therapist?
18:23 Is your ego stopping you from real growth? Here’s how to fix it
🔹 **Leadership & Career Growth**
22:08 What do corporate leadership programs REALLY look like?
23:39 The 3 types of leaders – Which one are you?
26:14 Why men in their 40s & 50s struggle to find support (and what to do about it)
29:08 How Alex found his purpose – and the BIG shifts he made in his business
🔹 **Health, Well-being & Mindset**
34:03 Sharad’s top health & fitness habits for a happy, high-performing life
35:59 Morning vs. night – When’s the BEST time to meditate?
38:30 Sharad’s 3 must-know tips for senior execs & leaders