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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2026 · 1H 1M

British Robinson on Finding Your Why Through Service

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What happens when you discover your "why" at 25 and let it guide every career decision for the next three decades? British Robinson, Chair of Africa at the Milken Institute and former leader of presidential initiatives, reveals how finding her purpose transformed her from a banker into a mission- driven executive who's helped save 26 million lives and unlock billions in African investment.From her life-changing experience as a social worker in Mobile, Alabama to leading PEPFAR and Prosper Africa, British shares the profound moments that shaped her leadership philosophy. You'll Discover:• How finding your "why" in your twenties can guide decades of meaningful work• Why being "comfortable with gray" is essential for navigating non-linear career paths• The three pivotal moments that defined her leadership journey: JVC, PEPFAR, and Prosper Africa• How Africa became the world's fastest-growing economy (4.6% vs Asia's 4.1%) and why investors are missing out • The infrastructure investment secret: 11-12% returns with less than 1% default rates in Africa • Why "leadership is as much about inspiration as it is about management" during turnarounds • Her annual silent retreat practice that's sustained her for 35+ years of high-impact workThis conversation will challenge how you think about career planning, purpose, and what it means to build something that matters. Perfect for anyone seeking to align their professional path with deeper meaning. Hit subscribe and share this with someone ready to discover their own "why."

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