139. Gianpiero Petriglieri II: From Psychiatry to Executive Education, Exploring Leadership, Vulnerability, and Career Transformation

Send us Fan MailWhat if the key to a thriving career lies in embracing the unexpected? Discover the riveting journey of Gianpiero Petriglieri, a celebrated professor at INSEAD, who turned setbacks into stepping stones on his path to success. Sparked by the urging of his wife, Jennifer, Gianpiero's unconventional road to academia is a compelling testament to the power of self-belief and seizing opportunities. Together, we explore his unique insights on leadership, fear, and ego, revealing the profound impact of trusting oneself despite external doubts.Journey with us as we unpack the delicate dance of professional and personal balance. Gianpiero sheds light on the enriching environment at INSEAD, where diversity and collaboration rewrite career scripts, transforming dreams into dynamic roles. Through shared experiences, we highlight the value of nurturing relationships that challenge and uplift, illustrating how embracing the unforeseen can lead to significant breakthroughs in both life and work. The episode paints a vivid picture of relationship-based leadership and its transformative potential.Navigate the inner landscape of self-reflection and self-doubt as we discuss strategies to silence the critical inner voice. Gianpiero and I chat about the importance of supportive friendships, mentorship, and the courage to lean on others when self-assurance falters. These relationships act as anchors, providing the confidence needed to transcend limitations and reach new heights. By sharing personal stories and experiences, we unpack the profound shift that occurs when we open ourselves to developmental encounters, ultimately unlocking the door to personal and professional growth.Learn more about GP:On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gpetriglieri/On the INSEAD Website: https://www.insead.edu/faculty/gianpiero-petriglieriBlog on friendship: https://gpetriglieri.com/on-friendship-at-work/--------------------------------------------------------Liked this episode? A few things:1. Share the podcast with three of your closest friends! And please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify here (tap on the three-dot menu under the cover art of the podcast) , as it would mean a lot to me and hopefully help others discover it.2. You will love my emails called Charge-Up! They're no fluff no spam, where I share my favourite career insights from movies, TV shows, news and my own personal experiences, that I don't share anywhere else. Make sure you sign up here! https://www.superchargeyourself.com/newsletter3. Come hang out with me LIVE on LinkedIn and Youtube every Friday at 2 pm CET where I answer your questions and often bring in fab guests:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonalbahl/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SuperChargeYourself4. Share your favourite takeaways and tag me on your Instagram and LinkedIn.