Episode 68. In this episode of The Lifetime at Work Podcast, host Greg Martin interviews Annie Bergevin, a fractional CFO and advisor for tech startups based in Montreal.

As the founder of On Point Business Plans and a guest lecturer at Columbia Business School, Annie shares her career journey from investment banking at Credit Suisse and CIBC World Markets to entrepreneurship. The conversation dives into her role in helping startups raise capital from VCs, tips for creating the perfect pitch, and the importance of a solid financial foundation.

Annie also discusses the evolving landscape of startup funding and educational changes for MBA students aspiring to enter the entrepreneurial world.

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
• 00:16 Meet Annie Bergevin: Fractional CFO and Advisor
• 01:11 Annie's Role in Helping Startups
• 04:15 Annie's Career Journey
• 06:26 Starting On Point Business Plans
• 07:44 Navigating the VC Landscape
• 09:24 Raising Capital: Tips and Challenges
• 12:39 The Importance of Financial Organization
• 19:11 The Role of Personality in Entrepreneurship
• 21:17 The Current State of Venture Capital
• 33:22 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
• 37:26 Annie's Future Goals and Final Thoughts
• 39:04 Conclusion and Farewell

Episode 67. In this episode of the Lifetime at Work podcast, host Greg Martin interviews Pat Brough, author of 'The Real Confident You'. Pat shares his intense story of battling anxiety and depression, culminating in a suicide attempt at 16. They discuss Pat's journey to recovery, the impact of social media, and his newly found confidence.

Pat explains why he wrote his book, the importance of authenticity, and the challenges high school students face today. The conversation also touches on career fulfillment, gratitude, and how to find positivity in life. Finally, Pat offers advice to parents navigating their children's relationship with social media.

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
• 00:17 Meet Pat Brough: Author and Survivor
• 00:27 Pat's Journey: From Rock Bottom to Recovery
• 08:14 The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
• 13:42 Struggles with Identity and Authenticity
• 17:50 The High School Experience and Its Challenges
• 19:01 The Unseen Pressures of Modern Youth
• 19:58 Pat's Suicide Attempt: A Turning Point
• 21:23 Understanding the Struggles of Mental Health
• 22:11 Parental Reactions and Empathy
• 22:56 The Journey to Recovery
• 23:19 Overcoming Overstimulation
• 25:25 Building Self-Confidence
• 29:07 Finding Passion and Career Fulfillment
• 34:53 The Importance of Patience and Perspective
• 38:05 The Role of Gratitude and Positivity
• 42:34 Advice for Parents on Social Media
• 43:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Episode 66. In this episode of the Lifetime at Work podcast, host Greg Martin interviews Jenny Wu, founder and CEO of Mind Brain Emotion, a company that produces emotional intelligence card games for both adults and children. Jenny, an expert in emotional intelligence with degrees from Harvard and UC Berkeley, and teaching experience at UC Irvine, shares insights from her varied career and personal life. The conversation spans topics such as the significance of emotional intelligence, balancing parenting and career, the role of university education today, and Jenny's journey from industry to academia. Additionally, they discuss the impact of parental expectations, the challenges women face in balancing motherhood and their careers, and tools for developing better emotional intelligence at any age.

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
• 00:59 Jenny Wu's Background and Career Journey
• 02:08 Mind Brain Emotion: The Human Skills Game
• 04:19 Inspiration Behind the Game
• 06:07 Early Career and Transition to Human Capital
• 16:01 Balancing Career and Parenthood
• 21:02 Understanding Emotional Intelligence
• 24:06 Learning Emotional Intelligence as an Adult
• 25:35 Recognizing and Addressing Blind Spots
• 26:10 Practical Examples of Emotional Intelligence
• 28:47 The Importance of Feeling Heard and Valued
• 31:32 Navigating Academic and Professional Growth
• 34:47 Launching a Business Through University Support
• 36:10 Improving Higher Education
• 39:47 Balancing Support and Independence in Parenting
• 41:54 The Role of Discomfort in Personal Growth
• 45:12 Final Thoughts and Resources