This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.
I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other’s stories – of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, my attempt is to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.
In this episode, Hanim Dogan Jain takes you on a journey from humble beginnings across two cultures to building a multimillion-dollar company grounded in purpose, grit, and heart.
She breaks down the difference between self-confidence and self-worth—and why most leaders mix the two up at their own expense.
You’ll hear how embracing her roots, trusting her inner voice, and leading with authenticity reshaped not just her career, but her entire identity.
Hanim also opens up about blending spirituality with business, and why inner peace might just be your most underrated leadership advantage.
If you’ve ever questioned your value, your path, or what leadership really demands, this conversation will recharge you and challenge you in all the right ways.
You can find Hanim Dogan Jain at the links below
In the interview, Hanim shares
- “Self-confidence comes from what you achieve; self-worth comes from who you already are.”
- “Leadership isn’t a title—it’s the courage to show up as your truest self.”
- “Growing up between two cultures didn’t divide me; it expanded my empathy and strengthened my identity.”
- “Education is the one asset no one can take from you—my father called it a ‘golden bracelet,’ and he was right.”
- “Entrepreneurship, at its best, isn’t about money—it’s about uplifting communities and contributing to something bigger.”
- “Authenticity and vulnerability aren’t weaknesses; they are the real engines of power in leadership.”
- “I didn’t build a multimillion-dollar company because I had everything—only because I believed I could create something meaningful.”
- “Balancing spirituality and business isn’t a contradiction; it’s the key to leading from a place of inner peace.”
- “Female founders don’t need permission—they need equitable opportunities and a system that finally sees them.”
- “True leadership begins the moment you stop waiting for external validation and start trusting your inner worth.”