In this inspiring episode, Yasmeen Shaikh, 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.

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Chapters:

00:00 - Highlights
01:42 - Introduction and Mutual Appreciation
02:51 - Balancing Corporate Leadership and Passion for Badminton
06:19 - Early Days in Badminton and the Hiatus
12:15 - Balancing Sports & Corporate Life
17:27 - Pursuing Passion alongside a Professional Career
20:13 - Winning Gold Medal in All England Senior Championships in 2024
26:29 - The Need for Recognition of Female Athletes in the Media
32:59 - Addressing Nepotism in Sports
34:36 - Guidelines for Inclusion of Transgender Athletes
37:48 - Navigating Bias and Prejudice in Sports
40:31 - Advice for Aspiring Athletes
41:40 - Future Plans and Aspirations

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