What if the fear, doubt, and imposter syndrome you feel… are signs that you're exactly where you should be?

In this episode of Nonprofits Today, we’re joined by Scott Stirrett—founder of Venture for Canada and author of the acclaimed book The Uncertainty Advantage. At just 16, Scott gave a speech at the United Nations. By his early 20s, he had raised millions to launch a national nonprofit supporting young Canadians—and faced more unknowns than most leaders twice his age.

Scott shares how learning to thrive in uncertainty became his biggest advantage as a founder, CEO, and global speaker. We unpack the uncomfortable truth behind growth, why imposter syndrome may mean you're on the right track, and how to build resilience in a rapidly shifting world.

Topics include:

• Why “not feeling ready” is often a good sign
• Reframing imposter syndrome into leadership fuel
• Hard-won lessons from launching a national nonprofit in his 20s
• The importance of mindset in entrepreneurship and youth development
• Insights from The Uncertainty Advantage and how it applies to emerging leaders

This is an empowering conversation for anyone who feels unsure about their next move—but knows they’re meant for more.

Scott’s Book: The Uncertainty Advantage → https://shorturl.at/bDjPv

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Connect with Scott

Website: scottstirrett.com

Email: [email protected]

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Cross-Promo: Also, check out our flagship podcast, No Labels No Limits, where we dig even deeper into purpose-driven leadership and personal transformation.

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