Maximize Life

About Maximize Life

Candid conversations on how leaders from all walks of life use Mindset to design a life they love.

Publisher

Shruti Rustagi

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Oct 2025

Latest episode

4 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

36 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Oct 2026

   Episode 31: How to Find Your Next Chapter Without Starting Over | Shanelle | Shruti

   What if you’re not actually starting over - but simply stepping into your next chapter with everything you’ve already learned? In this episode of Maximize Life, I speak with Shanelle Porter Simmons, a former professional sprinter and Marine, author, and founder of The Fifth Path. She shares what she learned about self-doubt, career transitions, perseverance, taking action before you have complete clarity, and recognizing that your past experiences are not something you leave behind. They become the tools you carry into whatever comes next. About Shanelle: Shanelle Porter Simmons is a career transition expert, author, and founder of The Fifth Path. Having successfully navigated three major professional pivots herself, she helps high-achieving professionals explore what’s next without starting over. She is the author of Try a New Path and creator of the P.A.T.H. Method™, helping people pursue greater freedom, meaning, and control through mindset, guided exploration, and accountability. Timestamps: 00:00 - Movement creates evidence 00:21 - Meet Shanelle Porter Simmons 01:04 - What inspired her to write "Try a New Path" 04:23 - From feeling lost to finding a new path 05:07 - Navigating multiple career transitions 06:00 - What high achievers struggle with after major transitions 08:30 - Imposter syndrome, doubt, and fear 10:31 - Starting with the "what" before knowing the "why" 11:37 - Taking action before you have clarity 12:50 - From the bottom of the class to Marine leadership 15:50 - The mindset that fuels perseverance 18:37 - Learning from people who overcome adversity 19:13 - The power of setting goals and creating milestones 21:48 - Turning "I'll show them" into "I'll show myself" 23:11 - The mindset shift that changes everything 24:11 - "Movement creates evidence, evidence creates clarity" 24:35 - Why taking action reveals your potential 26:18 - Your next chapter doesn't require starting over 26:30 - Closing thoughts You can connect with Shanelle Porter Simmons on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok at @shanelleportersimmons.

2. 

   6 Jul 2026

   Episode 30: 30 Years of Leadership Wisdom in 35 Minutes with Shrimati

   In this episode of Middle Manager Mastery, I sit down with Shrimati Damal, former Global CFO, Forbes Top 100 Most Influential Women, leadership coach, and board advisor. With over three decades of leadership experience across India and the Middle East, Shrimati shares why authentic leadership always outperforms perfection. From breaking stereotypes and overcoming self-doubt to finding clarity through uncertainty, this conversation is packed with timeless lessons for leaders, professionals, and anyone navigating career transitions. About Shrimati:Shrimati Damal is a seasoned finance and board leader with over 30 years of global experience across Asia, Europe, the USA, and the Middle East. A former CFO and board executive, she has led finance, treasury, and corporate governance for organizations including Majid Al Futtaim and Procter & Gamble. Recognized among Forbes Middle East's Top 100 Most Influential Women, she now advises startups and SMEs while mentoring the next generation of business leaders and CXOs.Timestamps: 00:00 – Listen to your inner voice 00:08 – Introducing Shrimati Damal: Global CFO & Forbes Top 100 Leader 01:02 – Breaking stereotypes without trying to 01:52 – Leading in male-dominated industries 04:08 – Why authenticity is your biggest competitive advantage 05:25 – The mindset that built quiet confidence 08:33 – Leadership lessons from three decades across countries 16:45 – Why complex problems need simple solutions 17:56 – Stop seeking external validation 19:46 – Confidence without hierarchy 20:23 – Failure is the greatest opportunity for growth 21:30 – Finding your authentic leadership voice 24:26 – Not getting into IIT and overcoming the "not good enough" mindset 26:09 – Why we attach our identity to achievements 26:47 – Living in the playful exploration phase of life 29:19 – Childhood setbacks can shape your purpose 35:07 – One success mantra: Listen to your inner voice 35:40 – Closing thoughts

3. 

   25 May 2026

   Episode 29- Success Through Uncertainty with Prashant

   In this episode of Maximize Life, Shruti Rustagi sits down with corporate leader, entrepreneur, and emerging author Prashant to explore failure, risk-taking, leadership, and the changing world of work. From being Unilever’s youngest manager to attending Harvard Business School at 23, Prashant shares his journey through corporate success, entrepreneurship, and personal reinvention. The conversation dives into: Why the cost of inaction is greater than failure Entrepreneurship, risk-taking, and uncertainty Building AI solutions for digital non-natives Leadership in a constantly changing world Why chaos is now normal Learning through mistakes and setbacks Career reinvention and adaptability Taking action before everything feels “perfect” A powerful conversation for professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders navigating uncertainty, growth, and modern careers. About Prashant: Prashant is the Co-founder & Sr Partner at Deep Growth Labs and former Head of Group Digital, Customer & Ecosystems Marketing at AIA across 18 markets. With 25+ years of experience across fintech, insurtech, healthtech, and technology, he has worked with global organizations including DBS Bank, Dell, and Capital One. He is also the author of CLIFF, where he explores financial resilience, longer lives, shorter careers, and the future of work. Timestamps: 00:00 - Why failure is better than inaction 00:13 - Introduction to Maximize Life 00:22 - Prashant’s journey: corporate leader, entrepreneur & author 01:02 - Lessons from startup failure 01:41 - Building an AI assistant for digital non-natives 03:04 - Why the startup shut down despite growth 03:47 - Learning when to quit and move on 05:17 - Understanding the real consumer experience 08:05 - Leaving a toxic workplace and choosing yourself 09:35 - Financial resilience and career flexibility 10:17 - The harsh reality of startup success rates 11:03 - “Fiscally Flexible by Fifty” explained 12:47 - The story behind the book Cliff 14:02 - Longer lives, shorter careers & financial planning 15:06 - Why schools don’t teach money management 16:48 - The emotional process of writing a book 18:16 - Teaching investing habits to the next generation 20:02 - Defining moments that shaped Prashant 20:45 - Leadership lessons from the financial crisis 22:18 - Redefining success, happiness & growth 23:52 - Chaos, money mindset & the future of careers 24:36 - Relationships, resilience & emotional wellbeing 30:02 - Final reflections on life, money & adaptability 32:02 - Closing thoughts

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