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Episode Description

In this episode, Julia Middleton is joined by Andaleeb Ahmed to explore the essence of leadership through encouragement. Andaleeb shares her inspiring journey from Pakistan to Silicon Valley, emphasizing how believing in oneself and stepping into unfamiliar territories can foster personal growth and effective leadership. She reflects on lessons learned from her mother about enabling the talents and uniqueness of those around her, highlighting that true leadership involves empowering others to achieve their dreams.

The conversation delves into finding the balance between encouraging others and self-care, recognizing that leadership is an evolving journey. Andaleeb emphasizes that leaders are not confined to titles like CEO or Founder; they exist in everyday roles—be it a dedicated mother, a diligent house help, or a passionate small business owner. Leadership lessons are present everywhere, awaiting recognition.

An inspiring episode on empowerment, self-discovery, and recognizing leadership in all walks of life.

About the Guests

Andaleeb Ahmed

Andaleeb Ahmed is a distinguished medical professional specializing in anesthesiology and critical care. She serves at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center and has been recognized for her contributions to the field, including a nomination for the CME Committee Member position by the Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists. Andaleeb’s journey from Pakistan to Silicon Valley exemplifies her commitment to excellence and leadership in healthcare.

About the Host

Julia Middleton

Julia Middleton is the host of the Women Emerging podcast and a best-selling author of “If that’s leading, I’m in” as well as two previous books: “Leading beyond Authority” and “Cultural Intelligence”. She is deeply committed to helping people from all backgrounds to find their own approach to leading.

In 2020, Julia launched Women Emerging and in 2022 she lead an expedition of 24 women to find ‘an approach to leading that resonates with women’. She now leads expeditions with women all over the world based on 4Es methodology, discovered in the first expedition.

Prior to that, Julia was founder and, for over thirty years, Chief Executive of Common Purpose, which grew to become one of the biggest leadership development organisations in the world.
Julia is also an Ambassador for the Aurora Prize based in Armenia, on the boards of Alfanar Venture Philanthropy in the Arab World and Equality Now, which operates globally, and on the Advisory Councils of Fundacao Dom Cabral in Brazil and Synapse in Pakistan.

Born in London and brought up in New York, Julia was educated at French Lycées and graduated from the London School of Economics. She is married, with five children and lots of grandchildren.