Ambila Nath is a British Asian spiritual leader and intuitive coach, known for her no-nonsense, straight-talking approach to spirituality. She simplifies complex energy and spiritual concepts through down-to-earth stories and real-life analogies. Once a high-achiever in the corporate world, Ambila walked away from a six-figure career to follow her true calling. Today, she empowers others to reconnect with their inner guidance, using intuition as a practical and powerful tool for everyday life. Her core belief is simple yet profound: the most important journey you’ll ever take is the one that leads you back to your true self.
What were your initial years of growing up like? Tell us about your life before starting your corporate journey/venture/initiative.
Do you want the short version or the long one? I suppose it depends how much time you’ve got to read this – lol.
I was born in India and moved to the UK with my family when I was six. Unlike my older siblings, my whole upbringing has been here. I still remember the early days of arriving—how quiet and clean everything felt compared to India. Things like having bread and butter whenever we wanted felt like a real treat back then!
My childhood was, on the whole, a happy one—mainly because I focused on the positives. My mum has bipolar disorder, though it wasn’t properly understood at the time. Mental health just wasn’t talked about back then, and it took years before we really knew what was going on. Life at home was often turbulent, not just because of that, but also because we were all adjusting to a new country, a new culture, and trying to find our place in it.
Being a girl in a traditional Indian family meant I was expected to fit a certain role—always second to the men in my life. My mum, bless her, wanted me to learn all the skills needed to be a ‘good’ wife and daughter-in-law, mostly so she wouldn’t be judged by others. But even as the youngest of four (now three—I lost my eldest sister to cancer in 2017), I always knew I wouldn’t live the life they expected. I just didn’t say it out loud at 14!
So, I followed everyone else and went to college, studied computer science, then went to Oxford Brookes University for a BSc in Computing. Straight after, I stepped into the corporate world and began what would be a very different path to the one my family had in mind.
Every industry that is now a large-scale, top-notch business once started as a small idea in the minds of entrepreneurs. What was that idea or motivation that made you start your business/initiative? What motivated you within to say YES, go for it!”
For me, the motivation to start my business didn’t come from a traditional business plan or a flash of commercial brilliance—it came from a deep, soul-level realisation. I’d spent years building a successful corporate career, earning a six-figure salary, and achieving everything that, on paper, should have felt fulfilling. But deep down, I knew I was living a life that wasn’t truly mine. I felt disconnected from my purpose, from my truth, and from the gifts I’d been quietly carrying all along.
My intuition had always been with me, gently nudging me in the background, helping me navigate life’s challenges. But over time, that whisper became louder, until I couldn’t ignore it anymore. I began to understand that my experiences, both personal and spiritual, were not just meant for me—they were part of something bigger. They were meant to guide, support, and empower others.
Saying “yes” to starting my business wasn’t just about becoming an entrepreneur—it was about finally choosing myself. It was about stepping into alignment, trusting my inner voice, and turning my lived experiences into a force for transformation. That one decision—to follow my calling—changed everything, and continues to be the most liberating and empowering “yes” I’ve ever said.
Would you like to share with our young budding women entrepreneurs the change you would like to see in the world if given an opportunity?
Absolutely. If given the opportunity, the change I’d love to see is a world where women—especially young women—truly trust their own voice and feel safe to lead from their intuition, not just logic. We’ve been conditioned for so long to seek validation from external sources, to play small, and to fit into moulds that don’t reflect who we really are. I want to see a world where women are no longer afraid to take up space, challenge outdated norms, and redefine what success looks like on their own terms.
To every young woman entrepreneur out there: know that your voice, your story, and your way of doing things matter. You don’t need permission to follow your dreams—you just need courage, a little faith, and a lot of self-love. The world doesn’t need you to be perfect; it needs you to be real. If we can create a space where more women rise by being authentically themselves, we’ll all rise together—and that’s the kind of world I want to be part of.
Women are a growing force in the workplaces worldwide, standing shoulder to shoulder with their male counterparts. There are cracks in glass ceilings everywhere, with many women breaking through to carve out a space right at the top of the pyramid. What are your thoughts about women leadership today?
Women’s leadership today is powerful, purposeful, and long overdue. We’re no longer asking for a seat at the table—we’re building our own, with space for others to join. I believe women bring a different kind of leadership—one that’s intuitive, empathetic, collaborative, and deeply rooted in resilience. We lead not just from strategy, but from soul.
The cracks in the glass ceiling are becoming bigger because more women are stepping into their power unapologetically. And while there’s still work to be done, what’s exciting is that leadership no longer has to fit into a traditional mould. Women today are showing that you can be strong and soft, assertive and compassionate, ambitious and heart-led—all at once.
True progress will come when women in leadership aren’t the exception, but the norm—when young girls grow up seeing people just like them running businesses, leading nations, shaping industries. We’re not just breaking ceilings—we’re reimagining what’s above them.
What’s the most important thing you have learned in your personal life and professional journey? What is your personal motto in life?
The most important lesson I’ve learned—through both my personal life and professional journey—is that your intuition is your most powerful guide. It’s the quiet voice within that always knows the way, even when the world around you feels loud, chaotic, or uncertain. Trusting myself hasn’t always been easy, especially when external expectations—cultural, societal, or professional—tried to dictate what success should look like. But every time I’ve listened to my inner wisdom, it’s led me to the right people, opportunities, and paths—even when they looked unconventional on the surface.
I’ve come to realise that true success isn’t about status, titles, or how perfectly you follow the rules. It’s about alignment—living in a way that feels honest, meaningful, and nourishing to your soul. It’s about having the courage to step off the beaten track and create your own map, even if others don’t always understand it at first.
My personal motto is:
“Lead with soul, trust the journey, and never dim your light to fit in.”
It’s a reminder that your uniqueness is your power. You don’t have to become someone else to succeed—you just have to be more of who you already are. When you lead from that place, everything else starts to fall into place naturally.
With your grit and determination, you are making a considerable impact, breaking through, and serving as role models for many budding entrepreneurs. What would you want to say to our young women leaders/audience reading this?
To every young woman reading this: know that you are far more powerful than you often give yourself credit for. Society might try to put you in a box, tell you to play it safe, or make you doubt your worth and abilities. But your dreams, your voice, and your unique way of doing things truly matter. One important thing I want you to remember is that you don’t need to adopt a ‘male energy’ to be a successful leader. Leadership isn’t about mimicking others or fitting into outdated ideas of power. Instead, it’s about stepping fully into your authentic self—leading from your own natural energy, strengths, and style.
Authentic leadership means embracing all parts of you: your intuition, your compassion, your strength, and even your vulnerability. It’s about leading with both heart and mind, balancing courage with empathy. When you lead in a way that feels genuine and aligned with who you truly are, your influence becomes more meaningful and impactful. You don’t need to dim your light or change yourself to be heard; the world needs you to shine exactly as you are.
So, don’t be afraid to take up space. Don’t shy away from your ideas or your voice because you think you have to be ‘tough’ or ‘forceful’ in a way that doesn’t feel right. You can be a leader who inspires change by being kind, creative, authentic, and strong in your own unique way. Keep believing in yourself, keep growing, and keep showing up—even on the days when it feels hard. Your leadership matters, and the world is waiting for your light to shine.
