Leadership Journeys [247] - Jag Dhanda - "Great teams grow from passion, clear vision, and strong communication."

This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast. I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, my attempt is to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name. Professor Jag Dhanda’s journey from surgeon to tech educator is a masterclass in courage, vision, and relentless innovation. In this episode, he shares how leaving home at 17, working his way through medical school, and pioneering virtual reality in surgical training shaped his belief that true leadership is about service, not status. You’ll hear how he’s breaking down barriers in global healthcare education, empowering doctors in low-resource settings to save more lives. His insights on balancing ambition, well-being, and impact will challenge you to rethink what’s really possible in your own leadership journey. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn bold ideas into real-world change, this conversation is your blueprint. You can find Professor Jag Dhanda at the below links https://www.linkedin.com/in/professor-jag-dhanda-ab59aa146/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/extended-reality-in-medicine-and-surgery-xrims/ In the interview, Professor Jag shares "Resilience and innovation aren’t separate paths—they’re the same road when you refuse to accept limits." "Leaving home at 17 taught me that courage often comes before clarity." "Virtual reality isn’t about replacing surgeons—it’s about equipping them to save more lives." "Education should not be bound by geography, privilege, or language." "Empathy in medicine starts long before you pick up a scalpel." "Balancing surgery, entrepreneurship, and family is less about time management and more about energy management." "Technology is only powerful when it levels the playing field for those who need it most." "The next generation of leaders must value significance over hierarchy." "If you want to create global impact, start by serving one person really well—and then scale that love."