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Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE17: Nursing, Resilience & Advocacy – Kim Gutierrez | Making Your Mark Podcast💡 What does it take to not only survive but thrive in one of the toughest industries?Meet Kim Gutierrez, a Filipino-Canadian nurse and healthcare advocate who has dedicated her career to helping others, overcoming adversity, and pushing for better working conditions for nurses. From travel nursing in the U.S. to working on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic in Montreal, Kim’s journey is one of resilience, leadership, and advocacy.She opens up about:✔️ Why she initially hesitated to pursue nursing✔️ The challenges & rewards of being a travel nurse✔️ The emotional toll of working through COVID-19✔️ Why nurses deserve more recognition, res...2025-04-1644 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE16: Leading Change & Finding Your Tribe: Anne Pertus- Transformation & Community | Making Your Mark🎙 How do integrity, transformation, and community shape a successful career? In Episode 16 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Anne Pertus, co-founder of The Pillars, shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship and the importance of finding your tribe in both business and life.Anne learned early on that shortcuts and quick returns aren’t worth sacrificing integrity. Throughout her career—spanning large corporations, small consulting firms, and eventually launching her own business—she has built a reputation for leading meaningful change and fostering human-centric leadership.If you’re interested in business transformation, leadership, change management, or building a strong comm...2025-04-0134 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE15: Resilience, Recruitment & Giving Back: Samantha Bateman’s Journey | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 What does it take to build a successful executive search firm while overcoming personal and professional challenges? In Episode 15 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Samantha Bateman, founder of Integria Consulting, shares her inspiring journey of resilience, entrepreneurship, and giving back.Sam's path wasn’t easy—she was kicked out of her home at a young age, worked full-time while completing a political science degree over six years, and chose to start her own firm instead of taking a stable corporate job. Through 20 years of building Integria Consulting, she has not only weathered economic downturns and business struggles but has als...2025-03-1848 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE14: Cracking the Corporate Code: Stella Filippatos on Career Growth | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 Hard work alone doesn’t always get you the recognition or salary you deserve—so what does? In Episode 14 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Stella Filippatos, a veteran in the aviation industry with an engineering and business background, shares insights on workplace dynamics, self-advocacy, and salary negotiation.After years of delivering on projects and programs, Stella realized that performance alone wasn’t enough—she had to learn the unspoken rules of the corporate world to get the career growth and compensation she deserved. In this episode, she reveals how to build your professional brand, the importance of networking, and strateg...2025-03-0444 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE13: From Weather Woman to Voiceover Entrepreneur: Kim Handysides on Mastering the Creative Industry🎙 How do you reinvent yourself and thrive in the ever-changing creative industry? In Episode 13 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Kim Handysides, an award-winning voiceover artist, entrepreneur, and industry leader, shares her journey from broadcasting to voiceover mastery and creative entrepreneurship.Kim started as a weather woman in the 1990s, but she quickly realized that carving out her own path was essential for long-term success. Through forced career pivots, industry shifts, and adapting to AI’s impact on voiceover work, Kim has built a thriving business while continuing to mentor, innovate, and lead in the creative field.If you're a voi...2025-02-1847 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE12: Rowing Champion to Politics: Johnny Luk on Grit & Public Service | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 How do you transition from elite sports to politics and leadership? In Episode 12 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Johnny Luk, a former rowing champion and UK political candidate, shares his journey from athletics to leadership roles in both the private and public sectors.Johnny has run for UK Parliament twice, recognizing that real change isn’t just about policy-making—it’s about action and implementation. He dives deep into the grit and resilience that sports gave him, his experiences in government and the private sector, and what it takes to create real impact in public service and leadership.If you’re...2025-02-1150 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE11: Athlete to Mental Performance Coach: Kate Good- Identity, Resilience | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 What happens when your identity is tied to being an athlete—and that career suddenly ends? In Episode 11 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Kate Good, a former world-class competitive figure skater, shares her powerful story of reinvention, mental resilience, and performance coaching.After being forced into early retirement at 21, Kate had to redefine who she was beyond sports. In this episode, she reveals the mental training techniques she developed to rebuild confidence, shift identity, and create success in new fields. Whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, executive, or high performer, this episode is packed with insights on mindset, self-id...2025-02-0452 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangOn The Mark 10: To manufacture here or to not manufacture here – that is the question.To manufacture here or to not manufacture here – that is the question. In this clip, Rob discusses the long term importance to preserve the skill of manufacturing here in North America.
E10 - What does it take to go ALL IN on your dreams? - Special Guest: Rob Bourbeau from DO+Dare Undie Co2025-01-3004 minMaking Your Mark with Mark BundangOn The Mark 09: 3 keys to succeeding at ERP contractingIn this clip, Slava shares 3 keys to succeeding at ERP contracting.
E09 - How do you succeed after immigrating to Canada? - Special Guest: Slava Pisanka2025-01-2802 minMaking Your Mark with Mark BundangOn The Mark 08: Which path do you choose?In this clip, Rafik discusses the fork in the road at the point when his post-doctoral fellowship was about to end.
E08 - What can a research career teach you about taking risks? - Special Guest: Rafik Naccache, professor and researcher at Concordia University 2025-01-2305 minMaking Your Mark with Mark BundangOn The Mark 07: Not-for-profit sector is ripe for disruption!In this clip, Sam discusses how the not-for-profit sector is ripe for disruption.
E07 - How does non-profit sector leadership come to be? - Special Guest: Sam Watts2025-01-2103 minMaking Your Mark with Mark BundangOn The Mark 06: The difference between networking and forming alliancesIn this clip, Olivia explains the difference between networking and forming alliances.
E06 - How do you be the part until you are the part? - Special Guest: Olivia Dufour
2025-01-1603 minMaking Your Mark with Mark BundangOn The Mark 05: Let your curiosity drive your career pathIn this clip, Mahesh recalls how discovering computers back in his undergrad changed the course of his career. E05 - What drives your inner self? - Special Guest: Muthucumaru Maheswaran
2025-01-1502 minMaking Your Mark with Mark BundangOn The Mark 04: Always create opportunities to connect with othersIn this clip, Minh offers career advice geared toward creating opportunities to connect with others and constantly learning.
E04 - Why do I need to be mindful of the legacy I leave behind wherever I work? - Special Guest: Minh Josefsson
2025-01-1402 minMaking Your Mark with Mark BundangOn The Mark 03: Intertwining of networking and career transitionsIn this clip, Hannah explains the intertwining of networking and her transition to immigration consulting.
E03 - Where does listening to your gut take you? - Special Guest: Hannah Flostrand
2025-01-0904 minMaking Your Mark with Mark BundangOn The Mark 02: Being of service to othersIn this clip, Shah speaks about how being of service to others has helped his career.
From E02 - How do you get the big role you studied for in university? - Special Guest: Shah Chaudhry.
2025-01-0803 minMaking Your Mark with Mark BundangOn The Mark 01: MJ's boyhood dream -- realized!In this clip, MJ speaks about how he's now living out his childhood dream of helping those less fortunate in other parts of the globe. This is from Episode 01: "Why pursue happiness when there is happiness in the pursuit?" - Special Guest: M.J. Plebon .
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Making Your Mark with Mark BundangSeason 1 Recap: The Making Your Mark Podcast | Top Lessons from Inspiring Guests🎙 The Making Your Mark Podcast has been a success—and it’s all thanks to YOU! In this special Season 1 recap, we celebrate the incredible guests who have shared their stories of resilience, leadership, career growth, and personal transformation.From entrepreneurs to executives, researchers to creatives, each guest has left a lasting impact with powerful lessons on success, perseverance, and self-discovery. If you’re new to the podcast, this is the perfect episode to get a glimpse of the inspiring conversations from Season 1.📌 Season 1 Guests & Their Episodes:E01: The Happiness of the Pursuit: M.J. Plebon’s Journey to Fulfillment...2024-12-1001 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE10: From Engineer to Entrepreneur: Rob Bourbeau’s Journey | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 What does it take to pivot from engineering to launching a manufacturing startup—during a global pandemic? In Episode 10 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Rob Bourbeau, co-founder of Do+Dare Undies Co., shares his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of manufacturing in North America, and his experience on CBC’s Dragon’s Den.Rob takes us through the highs and lows of launching a bold new brand, the lessons he learned about pivoting in business, and why he believes that entrepreneurship should serve a greater purpose beyond just profit. If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a small business owner, or someone...2024-12-0339 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE09: Immigrating to Canada & Succeeding as ERP Contractor | Slava Pisanka | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 What does it take to immigrate successfully and build a thriving career in Canada? In Episode 09 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Slava Pisanka shares his inspiring journey from Kazakhstan to Canada, overcoming countless challenges to become a top-tier ERP contractor and consultant.Slava provides a step-by-step approach to immigration, career building, and networking strategies for newcomers, including how to break into ERP consulting, overcome employment barriers, and navigate the contractor business model. Whether you're an immigrant looking for guidance or a professional interested in contracting and consulting, this episode is filled with real-world insights and practical advice.🔑 Topics Covere...2024-11-2645 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE08: Balancing Industry, Academia & Research: Rafik Naccache’s Journey | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 Is it possible to balance industry, academia, and a growing family while pursuing a PhD? In Episode 08 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Dr. Rafik Naccache, a leading researcher and professor at Concordia University, shares his journey of navigating the worlds of science, industry, and academia.Rafik’s story is a must-watch for students, professionals, and researchers contemplating a PhD in Science while balancing career and personal life. He discusses the risks of PhD research, transitioning from industry to academia, and his long-term vision for the future. If you're passionate about scientific research, career growth, or the challenges of highe...2024-11-1944 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE07: Transforming Non-Profit Leadership: Sam Watts on Purpose & Impact | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 How can we make meaningful change in the non-profit sector? In Episode 07 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Sam Watts, CEO of Welcome Hall Mission and author of Good Work Done Better, shares his insights on leadership, purpose-driven work, and the future of non-profits.Sam takes us through the pivotal moments that led him from the private sector to non-profit leadership, including a life-changing experience in South Africa that reshaped his outlook on service and impact. He also discusses why the non-profit sector is ripe for disruption, offering practical strategies for professionals looking to drive meaningful change.If you’re pa...2024-11-1241 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE06: Executive Presence & Career Acceleration | Olivia Dufour | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 How do you develop executive presence and accelerate your career? In Episode 06 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Olivia Dufour shares her bold career journey into the executive and C-Suite world, breaking down how intentionality, confidence, and alliance-building helped her rise quickly into leadership roles.Whether you’re an aspiring leader, a professional looking to enhance your executive presence, or someone interested in networking and career advancement, this episode is filled with actionable insights on leadership, influence, and strategic career growth.🔑 Topics Covered:00:00 Introduction & Olivia’s Background02:21 Being Bold & Intentional in Career Growth04:49 Executive Presence is for Everyone—Not Just Executi...2024-10-2941 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE05: Curiosity & Resilience: Prof. Maheswaran’s Path to Computer Science | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 How does curiosity drive success in research and academia? In Episode 05 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Dr. Muthucumaru Maheswaran, a Professor of Computer Science at McGill University, shares his inspiring journey from Sri Lanka to becoming a pioneering researcher in computer science.From overcoming challenges in Sri Lanka’s competitive education system to discovering computers and shaping his research career, Mahesh’s story is a powerful lesson in resilience, lifelong learning, and the pursuit of passion. Whether you're a student, aspiring researcher, or professional looking for motivation, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable insights to fuel your jo...2024-10-2232 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE04: Mastering Business Transformation & Career Growth | Minh Josefsson | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 How do you build a career that leaves a lasting legacy? In Episode 04 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Minh Josefsson shares his career journey in Business Transformation, highlighting the importance of networking, strategic career moves, and building a strong professional reputation.Minh has successfully navigated major career transitions, won competitive job interviews, and taken on pivotal leadership roles—all while ensuring that every position he holds contributes to his long-term legacy. Whether you’re a fresh graduate preparing for job interviews, an experienced professional looking for career growth, or a leader in business transformation, this episode is packed with va...2024-10-1533 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE03: Trusting Your Instincts: Hannah Flostrand’s Career Transitions | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 How do you know when it’s time for a career change? In Episode 03 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Hannah Flostrand shares her journey of trusting her instincts and making bold career transitions.Many professionals feel stuck in a career path that doesn’t fully align with their values, skills, or passions. Hannah’s story is an inspiring example of how listening to your gut, embracing curiosity, and leveraging your network can lead to unexpected and fulfilling opportunities. If you’re considering a career pivot or wondering how to take the next step, this episode is packed with actionable...2024-10-0839 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE02: Breaking Into Cybersecurity: Shah Chaudhry’s Journey to a Lead Role | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 How do you go from a junior IT role to leading in cybersecurity? In Episode 02 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, Shah Chaudhry shares his decade-long journey of perseverance, continuous learning, and overcoming obstacles to land his coveted lead role in cybersecurity.After earning his degree, Shah found himself in an entry-level job utilizing only 4-5% of what he learned in school. But through real-world experience, hands-on learning, and an unstoppable drive, he carved a path to success. Whether you’re just starting in cybersecurity, IT, or any professional field, this episode is packed with career advice, growth mindset strat...2024-10-0137 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangE01: The Happiness of the Pursuit: M.J. Plebon’s Journey to Fulfillment | Making Your Mark Podcast🎙 How do you align your career with your passions and find fulfillment in the journey? In Episode 01 of the Making Your Mark Podcast, M.J. Plebon shares his inspiring transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship and service.After years in the corporate world, M.J. realized that true success isn’t just about financial gain—it’s about creativity, service, and staying true to your childhood aspirations. Whether you’re looking to reinvent your career, explore new ventures, or find deeper meaning in your work, this episode is packed with career advice, personal growth strategies, and real-world insights to help you ma...2024-09-2435 min
Making Your Mark with Mark BundangWelcome to the Making Your Mark Podcast | Inspiring Stories & Career Growth🎙 What does it take to truly make your mark? Welcome to the Making Your Mark Podcast, where host Mark Bundang sits down with inspiring professionals, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to explore the paths they took to success, the lessons they learned, and the impact they strive to create.If you're passionate about career growth, personal development, leadership, and entrepreneurship, this podcast is for you! Each episode brings you real-world insights, expert advice, and motivational stories to help you shape your career, business, and legacy.💡 What You’ll Gain from This Pod...2024-09-0401 min