In this episode of Liderii de Mâine, we are joined by Janet Nash, retired international securities lawyer and former Senior Vice President at American Century Investments, where she helped lead a global financial organization managing hundreds of billions of dollars in assets.

Janet challenges a common assumption: leadership is not something reserved for the future or for those with titles. Leadership starts now. Through personal stories from her career, family life, and volunteer work, she unpacks the core qualities that define real leadership—respect, kindness, and integrity. She explains why you don’t need a position to be a leader, how leading yourself comes before leading others, and why the way you treat people matters more than the roles you hold.

This episode is both practical and deeply personal, inviting listeners to reflect on their values, their goals, and how everyday choices shape the kind of leaders they are becoming. Janet’s message is clear and compelling: leadership is less about power and success, and more about character, influence, and the courage to do the right thing—even when no one is watching.

A powerful conversation for students, young professionals, and anyone who wants to make a meaningful impact—starting today.