Matt Joass, Chief Investment Officer at Maven Funds Management, shares his journey from traditional career paths to discovering a passion for investment education. He emphasizes the importance of resilience and real-world experience in finance. The conversation highlights whole brain investing and creative problem-solving approaches, urging a shift in mindset towards complexity. Joass also reflects on the enriching cultural insights gained through travel and the impact of identity dynamics on problem-solving, making a strong case for continued intellectual engagement.