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Episode 282: How to Thrive in a World That Won’t Stop Changing with Scott Stirrett

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About the Guest: Scott Stirrett is the founder of Venture for Canada (VFC), an organization that has supported over 10,000 young professionals in launching their careers. He is also the author of The Uncertainty Advantage, a book that equips people of all ages to embrace change and uncertainty as a superpower instead of fearing it. Scott’s work has raised more than $80 million to empower Canada’s future leaders, and he’s passionate about helping people strengthen their "risk-taking muscles" to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving world.

Episode Summary: In this episode of Growth Ready, Steve Mellor sits down with Scott Stirrett to explore how uncertainty, often seen as a roadblock, can become our greatest advantage. From the six core pillars of thriving in uncertain times (including self-compassion, adaptability, and entrepreneurial mindset) to building risk-taking muscles and investing in community, Scott shares actionable wisdom from his book The Uncertainty Advantage.

Whether you’re an early-career professional or decades into your journey, this conversation will help you shift your mindset, embrace risk as growth, and strengthen your ability to thrive in times of change.

Takeaways:

  • Why uncertainty is baked into our DNA
  • The six pillars of The Uncertainty Advantage
  • Building risk-taking muscles through small daily actions
  • How adaptability and generalist skills future-proof your career
  • The power of community in navigating uncertainty
  • Success stories from Venture for Canada alumni
  • The myth of “one big risk” vs. thousands of small bets
  • How reflection and feedback accelerate growth

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About the Guest: Scott Stirrett is the founder of Venture for Canada (VFC), an organization that has supported over 10,000 young professionals in launching their careers. He is also the author of The Uncertainty Advantage, a book that equips people of all ages to embrace change and uncertainty as a superpower instead of fearing it. Scott’s work has raised more than $80 million to empower Canada’s future leaders, and he’s passionate about helping people strengthen their "risk-taking muscles" to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving world.

Episode Summary: In this episode of Growth Ready, Steve Mellor sits down with Scott Stirrett to explore how uncertainty, often seen as a roadblock, can become our greatest advantage. From the six core pillars of thriving in uncertain times (including self-compassion, adaptability, and entrepreneurial mindset) to building risk-taking muscles and investing in community, Scott shares actionable wisdom from his book The Uncertainty Advantage.

Whether you’re an early-career professional or decades into your journey, this conversation will help you shift your mindset, embrace risk as growth, and strengthen your ability to thrive in times of change.

Takeaways:

  • Why uncertainty is baked into our DNA
  • The six pillars of The Uncertainty Advantage
  • Building risk-taking muscles through small daily actions
  • How adaptability and generalist skills future-proof your career
  • The power of community in navigating uncertainty
  • Success stories from Venture for Canada alumni
  • The myth of “one big risk” vs. thousands of small bets
  • How reflection and feedback accelerate growth

Links & Resources Mentioned

Send us a text

Support the show

Connect with Steve Mellor

Stay connected and keep growing with Steve:

Connect with GrowthReady

Join the community and keep your growth journey going:

----

This podcast was produced on Riverside and released via Buzzsprout

Sign up for the monthly newsletter with Steve and GrowthReady (formerly known as Career Competitor) by providing your details here - Request to become part of our community

  continue reading

237 episodes

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