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11. Built to Lead Season 5: Navigating Leadership Transitions with Dr. Peter Singer - Part 2
35:33||Season 5, Ep. 11Part 2: Navigating Leadership Transitions with Dr. Peter SingerIn Part 2 of their discussion, hosts Matthew and Hannah continue their enriching conversation with Dr. Peter Singer, a renowned global health innovator and bioethics leader. You can follow Peter's latest writings and reflections on his Substack at http://singerp.substack.com/. Peter shares deeper insights into the critical role of mentorship, strategic storytelling, and navigating career transitions with integrity and clarity.Peter provides practical advice on mentorship, including how to identify and engage mentors effectively, emphasizing the importance of diversity and strategic alignment with personal career goals. He outlines clear tactics for building meaningful mentor relationships that accelerate personal growth and career development.The conversation explores the "golden handcuffs" dilemma—balancing economic security with personal fulfillment and integrity. Peter shares his reflections on personal experiences, emphasizing the need for thoughtful decision-making around career shifts, the value of experimentation early in one's career, and recognizing when it's necessary to move on for greater happiness and impact.Peter also delves into the power of storytelling, highlighting how leaders can effectively articulate their experiences by clearly framing problems, solutions, personal contributions, and outcomes. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity, learning from failure, and maintaining humility as core elements of impactful storytelling.The episode concludes with Peter's compelling advice to young and emerging leaders: focus on solving meaningful problems, maintain integrity, and balance ambition with humility and enjoyment along the journey.Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com
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10. Built to Lead Season 5: Navigating Leadership Transitions with Dr. Peter Singer - Part 1
33:24||Season 5, Ep. 10Part 1: Navigating Leadership Transitions with Dr. Peter SingerHosts Matthew and Hannah welcome Dr. Peter Singer, a globally recognized leader in healthinnovation and bioethics, to Built to Lead. Peter shares invaluable insights drawn from hisdiverse and impactful career, including roles as co-founder and former CEO of GrandChallenges Canada, Special Advisor to the Director-General of the World Health Organization,and founder of the University of Toronto's Joint Centre for Bioethics. You can follow Peter'slatest writings and reflections on his Substack at http://singerp.substack.com/.In this episode, Peter explores the importance of navigating career transitions with purpose andimpact, reflecting on his own journey through multiple career acts. He emphasizes viewingcareers not as a series of titles, but as a progression of solving increasingly significantproblems. Peter provides practical wisdom on entrepreneurial thinking within both startups andlarge organizations, and how adopting an innovative mindset can lead to transformationalleadership.Peter also discusses the pivotal moments in his leadership journey, offering personal anecdotesabout mentorship, handling feedback, and the critical role of trust and humility in leadership. Heunderscores the importance of aligning career choices with personal values and impact goals,urging leaders to prioritize meaningful accomplishments over titles.Stay tuned for Part 2, where Peter further elaborates on strategies for supportive leadership andfostering a culture of authentic feedback and continuous growth.Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealthLearn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com9. Built to Lead Season 5: Resilience Across Career Stages with Rahul Chandran and Dr. Joanne Liu – Part 2| S5E009
33:42||Season 5, Ep. 9Part 2: Resilience Across Career Stages with Rahul Chandran and Dr. Joanne LiuHosts Matthew and Mohini continue their engaging discussion with Rahul Chandran, Chief Strategy and Partnership Officer at Grand Challenges Canada, and Dr. Joanne Liu, former International President of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), exploring deeper insights into resilient and values-driven leadership in global humanitarian work.Rahul shares his perspectives on mobilizing intrinsic motivation within organizations, especially during crises, highlighting the necessity of embedding core values and culture well before adversity strikes. Joanne emphasizes the crucial role of humility and vulnerability in leadership, reinforcing that being humble doesn't equate to weakness but rather indicates strength, empathy, and openness.Joanne also introduces her new book, "Ebola, Bombs, and Migrants," which critically examines global responses driven by fear and security concerns, advocating instead for solidarity and common humanity. Rahul contributes thoughts on storytelling versus story-selling, stressing the importance of authenticity and genuine narrative in leadership and organizational culture.Both leaders provide practical advice for emerging leaders facing career transitions, emphasizing courage in decision-making, acceptance of imperfection, pacing oneself for the "ultramarathon" of life, and finding moments of personal nourishment amidst challenging environments.The episode concludes with powerful messages on how young Canadians can contribute meaningfully to global health and humanitarian causes, urging them to leverage their privilege to advocate for justice, equity, and solidarity.Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com8. Built to Lead Season 5: Resilience Across Career Stages with Rahul Chandran and Dr. Joanne Liu – Part 1| S5E008
31:26||Season 5, Ep. 8Part 1: Resilience Across Career Stages with Rahul Chandran and Dr. Joanne LiuHosts Matthew and Mohini welcome two distinguished guests, Dr. Joanne Liu and Rahul Chandran, to Built to Lead, to explore the theme of resilient leadership in high-stakes global environments. Joanne, a globally recognized medical humanitarian leader and former International President of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), and Rahul, Chief Strategy and Partnership Officer at Grand Challenges Canada, share their insights from extensive experience in humanitarian innovation and global health leadership.In this compelling conversation, Joanne and Rahul discuss the complexities of deciding when to stand up or step back in leadership roles, highlighting the critical importance of assessment, consultation, and intellectual clarity. They challenge the traditional concept of resilience, redefining it as a blend of adaptability, persistence, and emotional intelligence, rather than simply "toughing it out."Both guests underscore the role of values-based leadership, emphasizing ethical clarity and humility as essential traits, particularly when navigating ambiguity and crisis. Rahul emphasizes the courage to seek help and admit uncertainty, while Joanne highlights the strength found in humility and genuine engagement with teams and stakeholders.Stay tuned for Part 2, where Rahul and Joanne delve further into navigating career transitions, mentorship, and practical leadership strategies for emerging leaders.You can get Joanne's book here: L'Ebola, les bombes et les migrants Reach out to her on her socials: LinkedIn: Dr. Joanne LiuFacebook: facebook.com/Dr.JoanneLiuTwitter: @DreJoanneLiuConnect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com7. Built to Lead Season 5: Embracing Non-Linear Career Paths with Jennifer Bernard, Ryan Hinds, and Neil Seeman - Part 2
35:45||Season 5, Ep. 7Part 2: Embracing Non-Linear Career Paths with Jennifer Bernard, Ryan Hinds, and NeilSeemanHosts Matthew and Mobeen continue their insightful discussion with Jennifer Bernard, RyanHinds, and Neil Seeman, diving deeper into how leaders can successfully navigate non-linearcareer paths through mentorship, adaptability, and resilience.Jennifer emphasizes the importance of adaptability, sharing her experiences of shifting acrossdiverse fields, including arts, culture, and healthcare philanthropy. She highlights the power ofembracing discomfort and taking risks to foster personal and organizational growth. Ryanshares his reflections on the lessons learned from transitioning from professional athletics tohealthcare, emphasizing that career agility often means staying open to unexpectedopportunities and maintaining focus on impact over titles or salary. Neil underscores the value ofinterdisciplinary approaches and amplifying "quiet voices," reflecting on his experiences ofentrepreneurial leadership and how taking strategic risks often leads to greater innovation andimpact.The panelists offer powerful closing insights, reminding listeners that career agility meanscultivating a willingness to embrace uncertainty, chase meaningful impact, and align one's workdeeply with personal values.Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage HealthFollow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealthLearn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com6. Built to Lead Season 5: Embracing Non-Linear Career Paths with Jennifer Bernard, Ryan Hinds, and Neil Seeman - Part 1
34:37||Season 5, Ep. 6Part 1: Embracing Non-Linear Career Paths with Jennifer Bernard, Ryan Hinds, and NeilSeemanHosts Matthew and Mobeen welcome a dynamic panel—Jennifer Bernard, Ryan Hinds, andNeil Seeman—to explore embracing non-linear career paths and leadership agility. Jennifer,President & CEO of SickKids Foundation, Ryan, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion atthe Dalla Lana School of Public Health, and Neil, founder of Sutherland House Publishing andRIWI, share their personal journeys of navigating change and unexpected career transitions.In this engaging discussion, Jennifer speaks candidly about the courage required to be the firstand only person of color in leadership spaces, emphasizing the importance of choosingstrategic moments to advocate for change. Ryan reflects on his transition from a CFL athlete tohealthcare leader, sharing insights into overcoming imposter syndrome and finding transferableskills. Neil offers a powerful perspective on entrepreneurial leadership, highlighting the value ofstanding up to challenges while knowing when to strategically step back.Please note: Due to technical difficulties, there are some brief moments of audio disruptionin this episode. We appreciate your understanding and hope you still enjoy this rich and insightful conversation.Stay tuned for Part 2, where Jennifer, Ryan, and Neil dive deeper into how mentorship,representation, and adaptability shape successful careers and impactful leadership.Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealthLearn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com5. Built to Lead Season 5: Leadership in Seasons with Christine Dupuis– Part 2|S5E005
19:55||Season 5, Ep. 5In this episode of Built to Lead – Season 5: Leadership in Seasons with Christine Dupuis, the hosts, Matthew and Mobeen continue their conversation with Christine on navigating leadership through career transitions. Christine shares candid insights from her journey at Google, Hootsuite, and Caribou, offering practical advice on embracing uncertainty, testing opportunities, and staying grounded in your values. She reflects on the importance of self-awareness in leadership and how staying curious can open unexpected doors. This episode is packed with lessons for leaders at every stage—especially those starting their careers in today’s challenging market.Key Takeaway:Leadership is a continuous journey of self-awareness, curiosity, and embracing new opportunities—even in uncertain times.Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage HealthFollow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealthLearn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com