This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.

I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, my attempt is to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.

In this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Georgios Syntellis, who left the structured world of investment banking to lead a thriving FinTech startup in Greece.

Georgios shares how curiosity and adaptability have shaped his leadership style, offering practical insights for navigating change and embracing growth.

He reveals the secret to building a company culture rooted in trust, integrity, and collaboration—one that empowers teams to thrive.

With parallels between sailing and decision-making, Georgios unpacks the balance between intuition and strategy when leading through uncertainty.

Tune in to discover how you can lead with resilience, foster innovation, and create a legacy of meaningful impact.

You can find Georgios Syntellis at the below links

https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiossyntelis/
https://www.everypay.gr/

In the interview, Georgios shares

• "Curiosity is the compass that led Georgios Syntellis from investment banking in London to leading a FinTech startup in Athens."
• "Leadership thrives at the intersection of trust, integrity, and a commitment to continuous learning."
• "Life's greatest opportunities often come disguised as abrupt changes—embrace them with courage and curiosity."
• "Building a strong company culture isn’t just about today; it’s about creating values that resonate far into the future."
• "Leadership is like sailing—decisions are made with incomplete data, guided by intuition, experience, and strategy."
• "Georgios sees every challenge as a building block toward becoming a more resourceful and humble leader."
• "Innovation and cultural evolution must go hand in hand to create workplaces where everyone can thrive."
• "Failures and successes teach us what spreadsheets cannot—intuition is born from experience."
• "Georgios reminds us that as leaders, we occupy a small but significant place in shaping the world around us."
• "Choosing leadership is a daily decision—make it with resilience, humility, and a commitment to growth."