

Scott Stirrett
Founder and CEO of Venture for Canada, award-winning LGBTQ changemaker and author of The Uncertainty Advantage with a decade of experience helping young people develop entrepreneurship, leadership, and mindset skills.
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Oct 2, 2025 • 1h 6min
Perfectionism, Pressure, and the Gay Overachiever
In this engaging discussion, guest Scott Stirrett, an award-winning LGBTQ changemaker and founder of Venture for Canada, delves into the nuances of perfectionism and overachievement within the gay community. Scott shares insights on how internalized shame drives the need for external validation, recounting his own journey from Goldman Sachs to embracing vulnerability. Together, they explore the difference between healthy ambition and shame-fueled hustle, and the importance of finding intrinsic motivation while accepting failure as part of growth.

Sep 3, 2025 • 50min
Ep. 185 - Preparing for a world without job security with entrepreneur Scott Stirrett
Scott Stirrett is a Canadian entrepreneur and author dedicated to empowering young professionals. In a captivating discussion, he explores the idea of reinventing oneself as a key advantage in today's uncertain world. Scott introduces six pillars for thriving, including adaptability, anti-fragility, and building both weak and strong professional networks. He emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and an entrepreneurial mindset to seize opportunities and navigate change. Practical tips for networking and risk tolerance round out this insightful conversation.


