In our personal and professional lives, we all face figurative mountains: obstacles that may seem insurmountable, but that ultimately present some of the most powerful opportunities for growth. To overcome these obstacles and reap the benefits they can offer, it’s crucial to develop a mindset of courage, persistence, and resilience.

As the first Iranian in history to climb the Seven Summits – the seven highest peaks in each continent – Dr. Sara Safari has extensive experience with conquering both literal and figurative mountains. Sara is also an author, speaker, college professor, electrical engineer, and the founder and president of a nonprofit organization called “Climb Your Everest,” which aims to empower marginalized young women through educational programs. The recipient of multiple awards, including the Global Citizen Award from the United Nations Association in 2015, Sara now helps organizations develop highly productive teams that deliver profit performance and engagement. In Episode 142 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Sara shares some of the lessons she learned through her incredible mountain climbing experiences, including:

The importance of having a “big why” – particularly one that will serve others – when taking on a major project
How going backwards or even failing sometimes can be an essential step in achieving greater goals
The power of servant leadership, in which leaders support their team members’ growth and development and encourage them to discover their own strengths

To learn more about Dr. Sara Safari, visit https://sarasafari.com. To learn more about Climb Your Everest or support its mission to help marginalized women and girls, visit https://www.climbyoureverest.org.

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142 The Leadership Lessons of Mount Everest: Interview with Dr. Sara Safari