ABOUT THIS EPISODE
How does a working-class girl from Manchester end up as a CEO of major travel brands? In this episode, Jeannette Linfoot joins Randip Singh on the Unleash Your Inner Leader podcast to share the moments that shaped her 30-year career, and the hard-won lessons on imposter syndrome, burnout and high performance that every leader needs to hear.
🎙️ ABOUT THE EPISODE
Jeannette opens up about the time she said yes to a daunting opportunity in Russia, and why stepping into roles before you feel ready can fast-track your growth. She and Randip dig into the myths that hold leaders back, why managing your energy matters more than managing your time, and the simple 28-day energy log she uses to spot what fuels and drains you. Jeannette also shares her morning grounding habits, how she learned to protect her health alongside her ambition, and how to set boundaries that stop work from taking over home life.
You’ll learn: ✅ Why saying “yes” to the unknown accelerates your career ✅ How to quieten your inner critic and tackle imposter syndrome ✅ The difference between energy management and time management ✅ How to use a 28-day energy log to boost performance ✅ Daily habits and boundaries that prevent burnout ✅ What it takes to move from corporate executive to entrepreneur
ABOUT JEANNETTE LINFOOT
Jeannette Linfoot is a former corporate CEO turned entrepreneur and the founder of Brave Bold Brilliant®. With over 30 years of global experience at brands including TUI, Thomas Cook, First Choice and Saga, where she was CEO of the Travel Division, she has a strong track record of building high-performing teams. Today she mentors CEOs, executives and business owners, runs a multi-million-pound business portfolio, and hosts the Brave Bold Brilliant podcast.
ABOUT BRAVE BOLD BRILLIANT
Brave Bold Brilliant® is a leadership and business development company built on one belief: real leadership isn’t about playing it safe, it’s about being brave and bold to unlock your brilliance. Its connected programmes support people at every level, from graduates and emerging managers (Rise Academy) to middle managers (Leadership Masterminds), executives and boards (Executive Edge), plus Align360 business diagnostics and 1-2-1 Business Mentoring. CPD-accredited.
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🔗 CONNECT WITH JEANNETTE
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannettelinfoot/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeannette.linfoot/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeannettelinfoot
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveboldbrilliant1
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Brave.Bold.Brilliant
LISTEN TO THE BRAVE BOLD BRILLIANT PODCAST
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/brave-bold-brilliant-podcast/id1524278970
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5pTdrp1ozNhPwG6tGHMLGC
ORIGINAL EPISODE
This conversation was first released on Unleash Your Inner Leader with Randip Singh. Thank you, Randip, for having Jeannette on the show!Watch the original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkkYVSdIgWwConnect with Randip: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randip/
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