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Silicon Valley to Spacious Presence - Vivek Sundaram on living Goalless and his path of Purpose - S2E30
Summary
In this episode of the Changepreneurs podcast, Sathish Kumar and Priyanka Gaigoli engage in a deep conversation with Vivek Sundaram, an executive coach and mentor. They explore themes of personal growth, the importance of reflection, and the journey from corporate success to conscious living. Vivek shares insights on the 'Burnt Toast Theory', his early life experiences, and the creation of Work Genie, an accessible coaching platform. The discussion emphasizes the significance of finding one's calling, the role of habits in personal transformation, and the necessity of self-discovery in driving meaningful change in the world.
Takeaways
Everything that happens to you happens for you.
The universe has your back.
Finding your calling is about discovery, not creation.
Success is feeling at peace and fulfilled.
Real change can only come from within.
Axe, allow, and ask are key habits for growth.
Purpose is expansive and personal, not just grand.
Inspiration is optional; perspiration is mandatory.
Reflection is crucial for learning and growth.
Trust the process and embrace life's journey.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Changepreneurs and Guest Vivek Sundaram
02:45 The Burnt Toast Theory: Finding Meaning in Inconveniences
05:42 Vivek's Early Life and Formative Experiences
11:42 Career Journey: From Software Engineer to Product Manager
17:29 Lessons from the Tech Giants: Insights from Facebook and Instagram
23:33 The Birth of Work Genie: Making Coaching Accessible
29:30 Personal Growth and Spiritual Journey: Embracing a Goalless Life
40:48 The Power of Spacious Presence
41:34 Redefining Success: A Personal Journey
48:28 Discovering Your Unique Calling
55:40 The Balance of Consumption and Reflection
59:05 Transformative Habits for Change
01:03:51 Living with Compassion and Non-Attachment
Keywords
coaching, personal growth, self-discovery, purpose, reflection, Changepreneurs, life lessons, executive coaching, mindfulness, spiritual journey
Connect with Vivek
https://www.linkedin.com/in/makehistory/
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By Sathish KumarSummary
In this episode of the Changepreneurs podcast, Sathish Kumar and Priyanka Gaigoli engage in a deep conversation with Vivek Sundaram, an executive coach and mentor. They explore themes of personal growth, the importance of reflection, and the journey from corporate success to conscious living. Vivek shares insights on the 'Burnt Toast Theory', his early life experiences, and the creation of Work Genie, an accessible coaching platform. The discussion emphasizes the significance of finding one's calling, the role of habits in personal transformation, and the necessity of self-discovery in driving meaningful change in the world.
Takeaways
Everything that happens to you happens for you.
The universe has your back.
Finding your calling is about discovery, not creation.
Success is feeling at peace and fulfilled.
Real change can only come from within.
Axe, allow, and ask are key habits for growth.
Purpose is expansive and personal, not just grand.
Inspiration is optional; perspiration is mandatory.
Reflection is crucial for learning and growth.
Trust the process and embrace life's journey.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Changepreneurs and Guest Vivek Sundaram
02:45 The Burnt Toast Theory: Finding Meaning in Inconveniences
05:42 Vivek's Early Life and Formative Experiences
11:42 Career Journey: From Software Engineer to Product Manager
17:29 Lessons from the Tech Giants: Insights from Facebook and Instagram
23:33 The Birth of Work Genie: Making Coaching Accessible
29:30 Personal Growth and Spiritual Journey: Embracing a Goalless Life
40:48 The Power of Spacious Presence
41:34 Redefining Success: A Personal Journey
48:28 Discovering Your Unique Calling
55:40 The Balance of Consumption and Reflection
59:05 Transformative Habits for Change
01:03:51 Living with Compassion and Non-Attachment
Keywords
coaching, personal growth, self-discovery, purpose, reflection, Changepreneurs, life lessons, executive coaching, mindfulness, spiritual journey
Connect with Vivek
https://www.linkedin.com/in/makehistory/