{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F67fa4898-6f32-4e36-b0f4-cdaa252098c6","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Quiet Ambition: Strategic Leadership Without the Noise \u2014 how to grow, get seen, and stay sane with Patrick Kamba","description":"\n\n\n\n\n\nOn this BizBlend episode, host Sana sits down with executive mentor and author Patrick Kamba to unpack \u201cquiet ambition\u201d\u2014a practical approach to career growth that favors strategy over self-promotion. From high-stakes pharma and vaccine development to everyday meetings, Patrick shares how to be visible without being the loudest, build a personal board of advisors, avoid burnout, and define success on your terms. If you\u2019re navigating corporate politics, performance pressure, or the push to \u201cbrand yourself,\u201d this conversation offers grounded tools to lead calmly, communicate with impact, and progress faster\u2014without losing yourself.\nAbout the guest:\nPatrick Kamba is an executive leader in the pharmaceutical industry, a mentor to rising professionals, and the author of Quiet Ambition (English) and Le Secret de l\u2019Ambition (French). His work focuses on strategic visibility, people-first leadership, and sustainable performance.\nKey takeaways:\n\n\nQuiet ambition isn\u2019t invisibility\u2014it\u2019s choosing the right moments to contribute, wrap up discussions, and move work forward.\n\n\nStrategic visibility beats constant self-promotion; let results and facilitation speak for you.\n\n\nDefine success personally before you chase titles; clarity reduces ego-driven goals and burnout.\n\n\nBuild a \u201cboard of advisors\u201d (mentors, sponsors, peers) who offer feedback, open doors, and flag overload.\n\n\nProtect your energy: schedule time with people and practices that restore you; success requires recovery.\n\n\nShare big goals selectively to avoid sabotage and to get the support that matters.\n\n\nIn pressure environments, show leadership by naming risks, proposing options, and coordinating action.\n\n\nCareer growth is never solo\u2014reject the \u201cself-made\u201d myth and cultivate collaborative momentum.\n\n\nConnect with the guest\n\n\nLinkedIn: Patrick Kamba\n\n\nBook: Quiet Ambition (English) and Le Secret de l\u2019Ambition (French) \u2014 available on Amazon in print; French also in e-book and audio.\n\n\n\nWant to be a guest on BizBlend? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\n\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\n\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com\ud83c\udf10 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let's connect to create a ripple effect of positivity.\nCHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST:\ud83c\udfa7 Listen our 17 Podcast Shows Here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\ud83e\udd1d Be a guest on our other shows: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest\ud83e\udd1d Video Testimonial: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/testimonials\ud83e\udd1d Join Our Guest & Listener Community: https://nas.io/healthymind\ud83e\udd1d Subscribe To Newsletter: https://","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/8749df67-2e89-47dd-9fdd-acf47e22a55b/1b228e298d805a68.jpg"}