CEOs as Corporate Athletes: Building Resilience, Strength and Support for Leaders

In this episode of Don’t Do That, Do This!, Katy speaks with Nathan Farrugia, CEO of Vistage UAE, author, and world record-breaking adventurer, to explore what leadership really looks like when your job is coaching CEOs. From boardrooms to endurance sports, Nathan shares hard-won lessons on resilience, decision-making, inclusivity and leading under pressure, including how setting a world record for running 27 marathons in 27 days across 27 countries reshaped his approach to business and life. Tune in to hear insights on: • How to avoid “lonely at the top” and tackle CEO isolation • Why peer support and accountability matter more than ever • Applying endurance thinking to growth, failure and long-term success • Building mental and physical resilience that carries into business • Inclusive leadership and where AI still falls short 🎧 A must-listen for CEOs, founders and leaders who want to perform at their peak without burning out. Thank you to StudioRED and Sherbert Lemon for the production and design support. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.