I recently had the privilege of joining the IMAGINE Leaders Programme at the University of Oxford, a rare opportunity to step back from the pace of deal-making and boardroom engagements and immerse myself fully as a participant. Over the course of the week, I engaged in deep learning alongside a global cohort of founders, CEOs, investors, and system leaders, exploring how values-driven leadership can reshape industries and strengthen outcomes for people and planet. Beyond the classroom, the conversations- whether during structured debates or late-night reflections, offered space to challenge assumptions and broaden my perspective. Experiencing Oxford not as a speaker but as a learner underscored an important reminder: leadership requires as much listening and introspection as it does action.