Hello and welcome to Between Two Dots, hosted by Hafiz Mitha and Gilbert Bong. Today, Gilbert and Hafiz speak with 20-year financial industry veteran Michael Siervo. We learn about how Michael’s internationally bestselling new book, “F*ck It! Let’s Pivot: And Entrepreneur’s Guide To Surviving and Thriving in Crisis” was his way of dealing with the huge pivots that he and his peers had to navigate during the pandemic. Join us for an inspiring discussion about striving for healthy success in business and life.

“Between two dots – really, the value is in that line: the journey.”

Episode Highlights:

[0:57] Hafiz introduces Michael by running down the highlights of his long list of accomplishments.

[3:15] Michael explains why he sees himself as “a kid who refused to grow up and has always been curious.”

[4:20] We learn about how Michael’s past and present love of martial arts informs his professional career and personal life.

[6:16] Michael invokes the name of the great Mike Tyson to help explain the intention behind “F*ck It! Let’s Pivot.”

[9:30] “One thing this pandemic has taught us is that there is one shared pain.” Michael discusses what he he gleaned from interviewing entrepreneurs for his book, and why he believes everyone should think entrepreneurially.

[15:56] “You can plan as much as you want in life… but life is going to hit you, and nothing’s fair.” Michael recounts two pivotal moments from his life that taught him lessons that still guide him.

[20:24] Michael, Gilbert, and Hafiz discuss their childhood role models, many of whom are superheroes, and one of whom is Mickey Mouse.

[28:53] We learn why learning to walk for a second time is one of Michael’s “cookie jar moments.”

[31:23] Michael closes out the show by sharing what his purpose is and how he goes about fulfilling it every day.

Connect:

www.michaelsiervo.com

F*ck It! Let’s Pivot: And Entrepreneur’s Guide To Surviving and Thriving in Crisis: https://www.amazon.ca/Ck-Lets-Pivot-Entrepreneurs-Surviving/dp/1663235112

Twitter: @michaelsiervo

IG: @ready.set.rise

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and the guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or affiliated companies.