Breaking Barriers: Yasmeen Shaikh on Sports, Sacrifices, and Second Chances | Ep 220

In this inspiring episode, Yasmeen Shaikh, ex-Vice President of Human Resources at a healthcare company and a renowned badminton player, shares her inspiring journey and the challenges of balancing her corporate leadership role with her passion for sports.

She talks about her early days in badminton, her hiatus from the sport, and her triumphant return after 20 years. Yasmeen discusses the lack of visibility and support for women’s sports and the importance of mental and physical preparation for a comeback. She also highlights the support she received from her family, coaches, and organization. Yasmeen Shaikh shares her experiences and insights as a professional athlete, discussing topics such as goal-setting, perseverance, sacrifices, bias in sports, and the future of her athletic pursuits.