From CNA to CEO: A 25-Year Masterclass in Purpose with Nash Mahupete of QLI
Nash Mahupete, President and CEO of QLI, shares a deeply personal journey that begins in Zimbabwe and leads to a 25-year career inside one organization. He reflects on arriving in the US as an immigrant, starting as a CNA with no intention of staying in health care, and slowly discovering the meaning of mission, community, and leadership. Nash opens up about grief, regret, impostor syndrome, and the moments that reshaped how he views people, work, and responsibility. His story is not about titles, but about learning when to speak up, how to serve others with dignity, and why believing in people changes everything.
Key Takeaways:
00:00 Introduction.
04:52 Leaving your home country to seek better opportunities requires courage.
08:56 Personal connection transforms work from being transactional to deeply meaningful.
11:20 A clear organizational mission attracts and connects talented team members.
13:28 Self-doubt can be reframed using supportive mentors and repeated success experiences.
16:00 Nash’s grandmother taught him that unconditional care creates loyal communities.
19:16 Your past circumstances do not determine your future success trajectory.
30:24 An organizational mission should encompass all stakeholders, not just customers.
34:32 Teach children values repeatedly, like doing things right the first time.
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