Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders (ETL) Payal Kadakia (ClassPass) - Bringing Your Whole Self to Your Venture [ETL Looks Back]
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Mar 12, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Payal Kadakia, founder of ClassPass and Sa Dance Company, discusses the power of authenticity in leadership. She shares her journey of integrating her identity as a dancer with her business endeavors. Kadakia emphasizes the importance of aligning passion with purpose and making values-driven decisions. She also highlights the need for resilience in entrepreneurship and the role of community in fostering creativity. Her insights inspire listeners to stay true to themselves while navigating the challenges of building a meaningful venture.
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Value of Experience and Knowing When to Leave
- Gain real-world experience before starting a company, as it provides valuable skills and credibility.
- Avoid getting stuck in a corporate job for too long if you have entrepreneurial aspirations.
Defining Success and Sacrifice
- Differentiate between sacrificing for virtue and sacrificing your true calling.
- Pursue love, passion, and purpose for a fulfilling life, even if it deviates from traditional success.
Failing Forward
- Payal Kadakia's initial ClassPass product failed despite raising capital and positive press.
- This failure taught her the importance of mission obsession and resilience.