Episodes

  • Season One: Time for Career Design

    Season One: Time for Career Design
    Dec 10 2022
    The average person spends roughly 10,000 days of their adult life working. 10,000 Days is a podcast that will offer you tools, strategies and inspiration for your own career. Stay tuned for Season One coming out in January!
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    2 mins
  • S.1 Ep.2. Steve: Applying a Search-Based Mindset and Entrepreneurial Principles to Your Career

    S.1 Ep.2. Steve: Applying a Search-Based Mindset and Entrepreneurial Principles to Your Career
    Dec 7 2022
    In this episode, we are joined by Professor Steve Gedeon, Chair of the Ryerson Entrepreneur Institute at Ryerson University. We explore how remaining curious, applying a search-based mindset and other entrepreneurial principles can lead to a more expansive and rewarding career.
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    37 mins
  • S.2 Ep.5. Henry: Building a Purpose Driven, Solutions Focused Career

    S.2 Ep.5. Henry: Building a Purpose Driven, Solutions Focused Career
    Dec 6 2022
    We wrap up this season with Henry Gordon-Smith, an AgTech expert and the founder & CEO of Agritecture. Henry shares his career journey to launching Agritecture and solving problems within the global food system while also sharing great insights on taking risks, developing a personal brand and leading through times of change and uncertainty.
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    37 mins
  • S.2 Ep.4. Jennifer: Incorporating Mindfulness and Mental Wellness into Work Culture

    S.2 Ep.4. Jennifer: Incorporating Mindfulness and Mental Wellness into Work Culture
    Nov 29 2022
    On this episode, Wellness Consultant Jennifer Spencer shares her journey to launching Pause+Expand which is on a mission to bridge the gap between work culture and and mental wellness practices. We discuss the importance of mindfulness, community, connections for our careers and our lives while also diving into a live sound meditation.
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    41 mins
  • S.2 Ep.3. Marc: Accountability, Resiliency and the Power of Inclusion

    S.2 Ep.3. Marc: Accountability, Resiliency and the Power of Inclusion
    Nov 29 2022
    Marc Woods is a Paralympic gold medalist swimmer turned leadership and executive coach. On this episode, we learn how elite sports-training can translate to workplace performance and success as we dive into important topics including accountability, resiliency and inclusion. Marc shares his inspiring story to becoming a Paralympic champion along with leadership insights for career success and tips to staying motivated.
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    36 mins
  • S.2 Ep.2. Sasja: Embracing Change and Uncertainty through Mindset, Purpose and Leadership

    S.2 Ep.2. Sasja: Embracing Change and Uncertainty through Mindset, Purpose and Leadership
    Nov 22 2022
    Change is part of life, yet we as people often resist it. Sasja explains how to adjust your mindset to not only adapt to change but to fully embrace and thrive in it. A leadership development coach with expertise in organizational development and culture, Sasja also shares her personal experiences and insights on leadership, purpose and navigating the uncertainty that the future of work presents.
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    45 mins
  • S.2 Ep.1. Michelle: Self-Discovery and Positioning Yourself for Career Advancement

    S.2 Ep.1. Michelle: Self-Discovery and Positioning Yourself for Career Advancement
    Nov 22 2022
    Kicking off season two, we are joined by talent management executive, Michelle Saunders. Michelle brings amazing energy, perspectives and insights on self-discovery, skill development and building confidence for career advancement, while also sharing a fresh take on mental wellness. Working in various fields, Michelle has seen it all during her career and she candidly shares what she has learned along the way.
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    38 mins
  • S.1 Ep.5. Barry: Getting Comfortable with Uncertainty and Adapting for What’s Ahead

    S.1 Ep.5. Barry: Getting Comfortable with Uncertainty and Adapting for What’s Ahead
    Jan 27 2022
    Wrapping up Season 1, we are joined by Barry Cross, Business Author and Professor at Queen's University. Barry shares valuable career insights from his own journey and more recently, from his experience as a professor and mentor. The last two years have showcased an importance to adapt and be comfortable with uncertainty. Barry expands on this while also offering his thoughts on tools, skills and traits that young professionals in particular can continue to develop.
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    35 mins
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