How Dr. Shikha Goodwin Helps Leaders Through Brain Science

How to Scale a Business

Hector welcomes Dr. Shikha Goodwin to the show. She’s a neuroscience expert with a passion for exploring how the brain shapes resilience, decision-making, and growth. Together, they discuss the connection between brain health and entrepreneurship, breaking down ways leaders can improve focus, manage stress, and navigate challenges. Dr. Shikha shares how she went from engineering to biomedical research, explaining the science behind everyday actions like exercise, community, and mindset. Tune in to hear how to strengthen mental capacity and build a foundation for long-term success!

Chapters

• 00:00:00 – Opening the Conversation: A Warm Welcome
• 00:01:25 – The Journey That Shaped Dr. Shikha
• 00:05:27 – Founders’ Hurdles and Practical Wisdom
• 00:08:28 – Exploring the Brain’s Role in Innovation
• 00:13:40 – Strategies to Maintain Peak Brain Performance
• 00:19:16 – Why Nature Plays a Vital Role
• 00:21:55 – Scientific Insights on Finding Purpose
• 00:24:14 – How Resilience Shapes Leaders
• 00:25:49 – Trauma and Its Impact on Leadership
• 00:29:00 – Personal Stories of Triumph Over Adversity
• 00:34:31 – Community and Positivity as Game Changers
• 00:38:38 – Final Thoughts and Takeaways

Links and Resources

• Dr. Shikha Jain Goodwin
• Dr. Shikha on LinkedIn
• SAIKR on LinkedIn
• Google Scholar
• Neurotree
• Academia
• Brain Sciences Center
• Amplafy Media
• Hector Santiesteban on LinkedIn
• Hector Santiesteban on Twitter

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