In honour of Mental Health Week, this is a reminder that strength isn’t found in silence—it’s found in honesty.

In a world that rewards performance but punishes vulnerability, asking for help can feel like failure.

In this episode, Jenny sits down with Taryn Gunnlaugson, one of just 20% of CFA Charterholders in Canada who are women, and one of very few Investment Counsellors across the country, to talk about navigating anxiety, burnout, and the stigma of mental health in high-performing careers.

They talk candidly about what it means to be “the only” in the room, the quiet fatigue that comes with it, and why representation isn’t just about ticking boxes—it’s about belonging. If you're not from finance or a woman, you should tune in anyway to find out why mental health in high-performance careers deserves more than a passing mention.

They explore:

• Why “having it all together” can be a mask

• The courage it takes to seek support while leading others

• How to create workplace cultures where people feel safe to be human

• Why showing up imperfectly can be a leadership superpower

This episode is a reminder that the goal was never to be the only one at the table—it’s to make the table bigger.

Find out more about Taryn by following her on LinkedIn.

As Canada recognizes National Nurses Week and Hospital Week, we spotlight the future of healthcare—not just as a system, but as a human experience.

In this powerful episode, Jenny sits down with Jennifer Van Noort, one of Canada’s most respected leaders in healthcare philanthropy. As the Chief Development Officer at the Ottawa Hospital Foundation, Jennifer shares the human stories behind the headlines—from transformative gifts to the future of medicine, and how she’s leading with both strategy and heart.

Together, they explore:

• The importance of purpose-driven leadership in fundraising

• What it takes to build trust with donors and community partners

• How equity and innovation are shaping the new hospital campus in Ottawa

• The Foundation’s bold steps toward gender parity in leadership

• And the personal “why” that keeps Jennifer grounded through it all

This episode is for anyone who believes that philanthropy isn’t just about money—it’s about people. And when we center compassion, courage, and inclusion, we can build healthcare systems that serve all of us, not just some of us.

Tune in and be inspired by a conversation that proves the future of philanthropy is deeply human—and undeniably powerful.

To find out more about the Ottawa Hospital Foundation and its innovative work in leading healthcare, visit here.

What does it mean to fail forward—and how can it transform the way we lead, grow, and redefine success?

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Thompson, Wall Street veteran, executive coach, and founder of Career Free Agency, a leadership and career transformation company helping professionals unlock purpose and own their power. After managing multibillion-dollar portfolios for over two decades, Chris walked away from corporate to build a life rooted in meaning, mentorship, and service.

From failing the CFA to forging his own path, Chris opens up about:

• How failure taught him more than success ever could

• Why underserved communities deserve more than charity—they deserve investment

• What it really takes to lead with character, courage, and authenticity

• And how he’s helping others find the freedom to reinvent themselves

Whether you're at a crossroads, craving change, or navigating a comeback—this conversation is a reminder that you are not stuck. You’re just getting started.

To learn more about Chris, visit his website: https://www.careerfreeagency.com/