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, we dive into the extraordinary journey of Rupesh Sanghavi—from selling brass gifts in college to building a multibillion-dollar e-commerce company.

He shares how calculated risks, empowering leadership, and bold decision-making shaped his success, offering invaluable lessons for anyone looking to scale their impact.

Rupesh’s story challenges the notion that leadership is about control—instead, it’s about trust, autonomy, and creating opportunities for others to thrive.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your career or business, his insights will shift your perspective on what’s truly possible.

Tune in for a conversation that will inspire you to think bigger, lead bolder, and create lasting change.

You can find Rupesh Sanghavi at the below links

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rupeshsanghavi/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/ergodecorporate/

In the interview, Rupesh shares

• "The seeds of entrepreneurship often lie dormant until the right opportunity presents itself."
• "Leadership isn’t about control—it’s about empowering others to act as CEOs of their own domains."  
• "Success is built on calculated risks, not blind leaps."  
• "The right mentors can change the trajectory of your life—surround yourself with those who challenge and inspire you."  
• "There are no set rules for life—only the ones we create for ourselves." 
• "True leadership is trusting your team enough to let them lead." 
• "Travel broadens not just the mind, but also the possibilities we dare to imagine."
• "Building a business is not just about revenue—it’s about creating opportunities that transform lives."  
• "Your past does not define your future—your choices do."
• "Choosing leadership means stepping into the unknown with courage, again and again."