Lifetime at Work: Finding the Meaning in Our Careers
Your career is more than just a job—it’s a chance to create an impact and find personal fulfillment. This podcast explores the journeys of business leaders, uncovering how work shapes our lives, the world, and what makes a career truly meaningful.
Hosted by Greg Martin, a Toronto-based investment banker and M&A advisor, the show dives into the deeper questions behind our careers—why we work, what drives success, and how our professional lives shape the world around us. In an era of AI, career freedom, and globalization, the meaning of work is evolving, leaving many to question its true purpose.
Through conversations with founders, business leaders, and investors across private equity, public markets, and venture capital, the podcast uncovers insights from those who have built, grown, and influenced some of North America's most successful companies. It also features advisors, consultants, and investment bankers who help shape the future of business, sharing lessons from their wins, losses, and defining career moments.
Lifetime at Work: Finding the Meaning in Our Careers
Lessons on People from Working with the CEO of Mexico Walmart with Carlos E. Marin
Episode 97. We can learn a lot from other people’s experiences. Sometimes the journey and struggles of a CEO can teach us something about ourselves and our own situation.
In this episode of the Lifetime at Work podcast, host Greg Martin interviews Carlos E. Marin, co-author of the book 'Reinventing the Leader: How to Change Yourself To Change Your Company.' Carlos shares his rich background in psychology, education, and leadership coaching while delving into his journey from Costa Rica to the United States, his work in conflict management and counseling, and his extensive experience with multinational corporations.
They discuss the importance of cultural adaptation, self-reflection, and emotional intelligence for leaders to drive organizational change. The conversation is filled with practical insights on reverse mentoring, listening skills, and legacy building for anyone looking to enhance their leadership qualities.
- 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
- 00:23 Meet Carlos E. Marin: Background and Expertise
- 01:38 Carlos' Journey in Education and Training
- 03:26 Transition to Corporate Training and Leadership Development
- 10:36 The Walmart Mexico Story
- 17:05 Challenges and Cultural Adjustments
- 20:38 Advice for New Leaders
- 21:20 Implementing a 360 Program for Effective Feedback
- 21:52 Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace
- 23:07 Addressing Senior-Junior Dynamics in Companies
- 26:48 Reverse Mentoring: Bridging the Generational Gap
- 27:45 The Importance of Legacy in Leadership
- 33:35 The Role of Feedback in Personal and Professional Growth
- 37:57 Who Should Read 'Reinventing the Leader'?
- 40:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts