Vince Chan
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6,989 appearances
347 recordings
1 series
first heard Nov 2024
last heard Jun 2025
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When I look at your website, it honestly feels like you cover everything, especially for large institutions. I saw the range, schools, higher ed institutions, government agencies, private companies. You work with executives, you work with individuals, you've published a book, you've got a book club, and even what looks like off-site coaching programs or retreats coming up. That's a lot.
And I imagine you did not launch with everything all at once. You probably went through your own transitions. testing, adjusting, evolving the whole practice over time. So rather than diving into all 27 years, we need a whole series for that, maybe just share a bit about the journey of building this practice. What were some of the major turning points?
Were there moments where you had to start over or rebuild from scratch? anything that really shaped the way your work looks today, especially while helping others through their transitions?
what now is a seven-year chapter certainly will figure very prominently in that storyline because it changed the game for me as i was listening to your story one word came to my mind actually is not even my word is yours the word is re-imagine that's exactly what you're doing now for your clients for individuals and you've done it for yourself too.
You've mentioned that first move, how you went somewhere, came back, studied, learned, and transformed. That's the process. It sounds like that spirit of re-imagining is at the core of everything you do now. But before someone even get to that breakthrough moment, There are a lot of challenges, things that block them from even starting to reimagine.
Whether it's mindset, fear, financial pressure, and just feeling stuck, feeling incapable, there are always barriers. So in your experience, what are some of the biggest challenges people face before they can truly reimagine their future? And as a follow-up, could you share any examples of how you've helped someone move through that stuck place and reach the other side?
Correct me if I'm wrong. First, re-imagine is about creating a vision. But many people either don't have a clear vision, or if they do, it's not specific enough. That's where you step in. Help them define it, make it real, and break it down into something they can actually see and articulate. Then comes the reassurance, like getting a personal trainer. They are not just paying for the gym.
They are paying for someone to keep them accountable, motivated, and moving forward. That's the role you play, helping them stay disciplined, reminding them that it's hard but doable, and that the result is worth it. You also bring in tools not just to help them execute, but to make sure the progress is sustainable. And this applies not just to individuals, but also to organizations.
Sometimes the organization knows it wants to change, but doesn't even know what needs to change. You help them discover that first and then guide them through the process. Did I get that right?
That's it for today. We've covered Rebecca's own private PAC journey, from global work to solo primary life. But next, we get into what she's learned from helping others through their turning points. In part two, we talk about drawing the future before chasing it, finding momentum when motivation is gone missing, and why midlife might be the best time to reimagine everything. See you there.
Thank you so much for joining us today. If you like what you heard, Don't forget, subscribe to our show, leave us top-rated reviews, check out our website, and follow me on social media. I'm Vince Chen, your ambitious human host. Until next time, take care.
Hi, everyone. Welcome to our show, Chief Change Officer. I'm Vince Chen, your ambitious human host. Our show is a modernist community for change progressives in organizational and human transformation from around the world. A few years ago, I joined a growing venture as the chief people officer. It lasted just six weeks.
To that CEO, I may have seemed incompetent, but I knew exactly why I had to leave so quickly. It was a major clash of values. I believe in being true and ethical in both words and deeds, while he thrived on a man-made facade of showmanship and hypocrisy. Knowing my values made the decision clear. This experience ties directly to today's guest. Robert Mercier.
He's the author of Living a Values-Based Life and the creator of the leadership model called Excellent Decisions. In this two-part series, we'll dive into what values really mean, why they matter for leading fulfilling careers and lives, and why figuring out our values can be challenging. We'll also explore how to make our values visible and sustainable in a world that's constantly changing.
If you feel stuck in your current workplace, it's not necessarily your fault. Often, it's just a misalignment of values. Don't bend your values to fit in. Instead, find a place in a tribe whose values resonate with yours. That's where true happiness and success lie. Let's dive in. My follow-up question is about what happens after we identify our values.
Even if we genuinely figure out and believe in them, whatever those values are, like honesty, humanity, the next step is the hardest, practicing them consistently. How do you advise your clients to implement the values in daily life? For businesses, this could be challenging, but equally difficult for individuals. Even with the best intentions, staying mindful and consistent isn't easy.
How do you suggest we monitor and sustain our actions to align with our values? Talk is cheap. I believe talk and talk and walk the walk matters when it comes to implementation of values. If I were your client asking, we've identified my values. What do I do next? How would you guide me?
Do values change over time with new experiences and perspectives?
As you were sharing, I couldn't help but think is not just about the different stages of our lives or the roles we play. For example, I transitioned from corporate life to entrepreneurship, moving from a world of abundant resources to one where I'm spending my own money testing ideas and navigating uncertainties. Big changes like these influence our values.
Now, one could argue that if I value honesty, it should stay constant regardless of my circumstances. True, but even the interpretation or perception of honesty evolves over time. As I play new roles and build up different experiences, I found that how I uphold honesty adapts For example, with certain people or situations, I might feel the need to stand firm in my values.
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