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In focused 20–30-minute discussions, we unpack how real operators scale sales, hire top-third talent, structure teams, navigate inflection points, and avoid costly mistakes that stall growth.
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E39: The Happiest Man Alive, Camino Treks and Cycling Italy: Get Smarter and Stronger through Sabbaticals with David Hope
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David Hope, an APAC SVP with a 40-year career in Asia, shared his transformative sabbatical journey. Starting in Nepal, he trekked solo to Everest base camp and spent three nights in a monastery with a Buddhist Guru, learning meditation techniques. He then walked 260 km on the Camino trail in Portugal to Santiago, reinforcing his relationship with his wife. David also explored historical sites like Gallipoli, Ephesus, and Crete, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and authentic leadership. He advocates for everyone to take a sabbatical to return stronger, richer, and wiser.
Episode Highlights:
- An Expat Childhood Shapes a Global Perspective
- A Career in Tech That Spanned the Region
- The Sabbatical Decision: A New Kind of Adventure
- Living, Learning, Doing: The Mantra of a Sabbatical
- Sleeping in a Monastery and Meeting the Happiest Man Alive
- From Everest Base Camp to Solitude
- Walking 260 Kilometres on the Camino Trail
- Cycling Through History in Italy
- Swimming Around a Minoan Island
- The Importance of Balancing Work and Life
- Why Experiences Are the True Wealth
- The Power of Networking and Community
Connect with David Hope:
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidahope/
Connect with The High Performance Sales Leader Host:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/preesarkar/
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