The Blind Spot Between Ambition & Prison with Rashmi Airan

On this episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis sits down with bestselling author and now "recovering attorney and investment banker" Rashmi Airan to explore how good people can make life-changing mistakes—and how those same moments can become the foundation for stronger leadership, greater resilience, and lasting personal growth.After a successful career in law and finance led to a federal prison sentence, Rashmi rebuilt her life with a mission to help organizations better understand ethical decision-making, human behavior, and the hidden blind spots that affect us all. She shares the practical framework she developed to help leaders pause, gain clarity, and make better decisions in today's fast-moving world.Key topics in this episode include:How one ethical blind spot changed the trajectory of Rashmi's lifeWhy pressure, speed, and ambition often cloud our judgmentThe four questions behind Rashmi's "Clarity Loop" decision-making frameworkThe difference between performance and alignment in leadershipThe release of her new book, All Rise, and why "Rise" has become the foundation of her workHow to recognize blind spots before they become costly mistakesThe audiences and industries that benefit most from Rashmi's messageWhy pausing may be the most powerful leadership habit of allVisit gdaspeakers.com to learn more about bringing Rashmi Airan to your next event.