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Confessions Of A Successful Leader

Ep. 103: Building in the Age of AI: How Yohann Abittan Turned Failure Into Fuel for Founding

18 Sep 2025

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What happens when your startup fails - after you’ve given it everything?In this episode, I speak with Yohann Abittan, founder of NewMail AI, about how a major professional setback became the catalyst for a more grounded, purpose-driven approach to leadership and entrepreneurship.Yohann opens up about imposter syndrome, family expectations and the emotional toll of building in high-stakes environments. From growing up as the youngest in a family of entrepreneurs to leading cross-functional teams in AI, his story is a powerful look at what it really takes to rebuild after burnout and start again with clarity.You’ll learn:How failure taught Yohann to lead without egoWhy imposter syndrome can be a hidden driver and how to outgrow itHow to reconnect with your purpose after burnoutWhy listening, self-awareness and "soft power" matter in leadershipWhat he’s doing differently now as a founder in the AI spaceKey themes:Sustainable leadership in fast-growth techEmotional resilience in startup cultureFinding your unique leadership styleRedefining productivity and success in the AI eraWhether you're a founder, a team leader or navigating your own reinvention, this is a must-watch conversation about what it takes to build something that actually matters - starting from the inside out.📣 If this episode hit home, hit like, share your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations with leaders shaping the future of work and technology.Connect with Yohann Abittan: 🔗Connect with Yohann Abittan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yohann-abittan/Write to Yohann Abittan: [email protected] Yohann’s website: https://www.newmail.ai/Connect with me here:🎬YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewtallents 📲 X: https://x.com/andrewtallents📲 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewtallents🌐 Website: https://www.tallents-partnership.com/📖 Get my book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09NZRZH4J📰 Weekly Newsletter: https://bit.ly/selfcoaching-newsletter📞 Write me: [email protected] Moments:00:00:39 - Introduction to Yohann Abittan and his entrepreneurial background00:05:44 - Overcoming imposter syndrome and embracing unique leadership styles00:14:07 - Turning personal challenges into triumphs00:22:10 - Strategies for sustainable leadership in the age of AI00:28:56 - Empowering entrepreneurs through coaching and support Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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