About this episode

What if being fearless isn’t about climbing a rigid ladder, but learning to dance with life’s twists and turns?

In this episode of The Business of Being Brilliant, I explore how to rethink courage, self-doubt, and success—whether you’re starting out, facing setbacks, or remaking the rules. We discuss seeing your career as a series of creative moves, strategies for overcoming barriers, and why developing a resilient mindset is the real game-changer.



Joining me for this conversation is Soulaima Gourani. Soulaima dropped out of school in 7th grade, left home at 13, and grew up in foster care. Today, she’s a globally recognized tech entrepreneur, WEF Young Global Leader, Thinkers50 honoree, and former UN Women’s Advisor. With a background in SaaS sales and jobs at Maersk, Microsoft, and HP, she has since mentored TED Fellows, founded award-winning companies, and been named one of the Top 100 Women in Tech and "40 under 40."

An MBA from CBS and with executive education from Harvard, Wharton, Yale, and 10+ global institutions, Soulaima has lectured at HKS, CBS, LBS, HULT, and more. Currently nominated for Global Tech Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 and 100 Reputable Women of African Descent, she’s on a mission to eliminate barriers and radically improve people's quality of life.