About
How can you turn anxiety into an opportunity to understand yourself and become a better leader? In this classic episode, I talk with Dr. Vikas Shah, entrepreneur, investor, and MBE recipient, about the connection between mental health, emotional awareness, and leadership. Vikas shares how his early anxiety fueled his ambition, why mental health management is an ongoing journey rather than a final destination, and why learning to manage your mental health can make you stronger in business and in life. We also dive into how leaders can recognize the emotional impact of their actions, build resilience, and create healthier workplace cultures. Tune in to learn how understanding your own patterns and taking the next step can help you navigate challenges at work and in life.
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In this Episode, You Will Learn
00:00 How can emotional awareness make you a stronger leader?
05:30 How anxiety can influence curiosity, ambition, and achievement.
08:00 The turning point that led Vikas to seek help for his mental health.
12:00 Why building mental resilience is essential for long-term well-being.
14:45 How to make peace with anxiety and learn to manage it over time.
17:30 How your communication style can affect your team’s emotional well-being.
18:15 What can leaders do to protect employees’ mental health outside working hours?
20:15 How financial incentives and reporting standards influence workplace culture.
24:45 How therapy helps uncover the experiences behind your behavior.
26:15 How can you make career choices that fit your goals and personality?
29:15 Why intentional rest and recovery are essential during demanding periods.
Resources + Links
Learn more about Dr. Vikas Shah HERE
Get a copy of my book - The Anxious Achiever
Watch the podcast on YouTube
Find more resources on our website morraam.com
Follow
Follow me: on LinkedIn @morraaronsmele + Instagram @morraam
Follow Dr. Vikas Shah: @vikasshahlinkedin
Check out our sponsors:
HeyPolo - Protect your loved ones without spying on them. Go to heypolo.com/achiever or use code ACHIEVER and get 40% off your first year!
Life at the Speed of Play - Go to getmarksbook.com/anxious to get two copies for the price of one - one for you and one for a friend.
Monarch - Write your own money story with Monarch and save 50% off your first year at monarch.com with code ACHIEVER.
Notion - Learn more about how Notion can support your business, at notion.com/achiever
Shopify - Ready to start your business before Black Friday? Go to shopify.com/anxiousachiever to start your free trial today!
Vinted - Try Vinted and give your clothes a second life. Download the Vinted app for free and start selling with no seller fees.
In this Episode, You Will Learn
00:00 How can emotional awareness make you a stronger leader?
05:30 How anxiety can influence curiosity, ambition, and achievement.
08:00 The turning point that led Vikas to seek help for his mental health.
12:00 Why building mental resilience is essential for long-term well-being.
14:45 How to make peace with anxiety and learn to manage it over time.
17:30 How your communication style can affect your team’s emotional well-being.
18:15 What can leaders do to protect employees’ mental health outside working hours?
20:15 How financial incentives and reporting standards influence workplace culture.
24:45 How therapy helps uncover the experiences behind your behavior.
26:15 How can you make career choices that fit your goals and personality?
29:15 Why intentional rest and recovery are essential during demanding periods.
Resources + Links
Learn more about Dr. Vikas Shah HERE
Get a copy of my book - The Anxious Achiever
Watch the podcast on YouTube
Find more resources on our website morraam.com
Follow
Follow me: on LinkedIn @morraaronsmele + Instagram @morraam
Follow Dr. Vikas Shah: @vikasshahlinkedin