The Climb: Confident Leader Podcast

The Climb: Confident Leader Podcast
Podcast Description
Feel stuck, unseen, or unsure of your next step? You’re not alone. The CLIMB brings you honest stories and practical insights from leaders who’ve been there and made it. We’re on a mission to build a confident new wave of leaders. Each episode offers mindset shifts, practical tools, and inspiration to help you rise with purpose.
Tune in, be inspired, and help us grow the movement by sharing with your circle. Let’s raise the next generation of influencers together. Start your climb today because your story is just getting started. #NextGenLeaders #confidentleaders #rahulkaransharma
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of personal growth, leadership transformation, and mindset shifts. Episodes discuss various topics such as overcoming burnout, building confidence, navigating global expansion, and preparing for career success, with examples including discussions on leadership challenges faced by women in tech and the secrets behind scaling businesses sustainably.

Feel stuck, unseen, or unsure of your next step? You’re not alone. The CLIMB brings you honest stories and practical insights from leaders who’ve been there and made it. We’re on a mission to build a confident new wave of leaders. Each episode offers mindset shifts, practical tools, and inspiration to help you rise with purpose.
Tune in, be inspired, and help us grow the movement by sharing with your circle. Let’s raise the next generation of influencers together. Start your climb today because your story is just getting started. #NextGenLeaders #confidentleaders #rahulkaransharma
Summary
In this episode of the Climb, the Confident Leader podcast,host Rahul Karan Sharma speaks with Mollie Kallen, an entrepreneur, speaker, cancer survivor, and author. Mollie shares her journey from being an elementary school teacher to becoming a cancer advocate after her own battle with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). She discusses the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare, the purpose behind her upcoming book, and the mindset shifts necessary tonavigate personal challenges. The conversation also touches on the significance of disconnecting to prevent burnout, supporting employees through personal struggles, and the role of empathy in leadership. Mollie's insights providevaluable lessons on resilience, gratitude, and the power of community support.
Key Takeaways
• Self-advocacy is crucial in healthcare.
• Routine blood work can save lives.
• A positive mindset can help navigate challenges.
• It takes a village to support someone in need.
• Disconnecting from devices is essential for mental health.
• Empathy is a key leadership skill.
• Caregivers need support too.
• Gratitude can transform your perspective.
• Asking for help is a sign of strength.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Molly Kallen's Journey
03:01 Mollie's Leadership Journey and Career Path
05:51 Facing a Life-Changing Diagnosis
08:45 The Importance of Self-Advocacy
12:00 Mindset Shifts and Coping Mechanisms
14:47 Navigating Burnout in the Corporate World
17:56 Supporting Employees Through Personal Struggles
20:42 Mollie's Upcoming Book and Its Purpose
23:46 Final Thoughts and Rapid Fire Round
About Guest – Mollie Kallen
Mollie Kallen is an entrepreneur, speaker, cancer survivor,patient advocate, and the author of the upcoming book It’s Not About Me – How To Be Your Own Advocate Through Cancer (working title). She is also the founder of Cancer Coach Connection. Inspired by successfully navigating her own battle with AML Leukemia, Mollie now works with patients, their family members, and providers, helping them navigate the difficulties of their diagnosis and treatments and effectively advocating for themselves to receive the best care possible. Learn more about her purpose – www.cancercoachconnection.com
🔹 About Host: Rahul Karan Sharma
Rahul Karan Sharma is a Forbes Coaches Council member,keynote speaker, and creator of the globally recognized CLIMB™ Framework for Confident Leadership. As the founder of Steady Steps LLC, he empowers organizations and individuals to grow through mindset transformation,leadership clarity, and the development of sustainable team culture.
🎯 Rahul works with:
First-time managers & emerging leaders
Organizations navigating transformation
Universities preparing students for career success
📘Author: Be Action Oriented & Habits4Miracles
📘 Get Rahul’s book Be Action Oriented: https://habits4miracles.com/jumpstart🎙️ Host: The CLIMB – Confident Leader Podcast
🔗 CONNECT WITH RAHUL
🌐 Website: www.rahulkaransharma.com
📸 Instagram:@preparewithrahul
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