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Authentic Achievements with Special Guest Shawn Lesser
Published: 12 June 2024 at 08:25 Europe/London
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Resilience and Real Talk: Shawn Lesser on Overcoming Anxiety and Depression
In this powerful episode of Authentic Achievements, your host, Kim-Adele Randall, is joined by a remarkable guest whose story will inspire and motivate you. At 54, Shawn Lesser is not just a father of two and a seasoned business leader; he's also a survivor. After facing severe anxiety and depression in early 2023, Shawn went through two treatment centres, earning the nickname "Shaky." Yet, instead of succumbing to these challenges, Shawn embraced his inherent resilience and humour to overcome them. Now, he's dedicated to sharing his journey to inspire and support other men facing similar struggles.
Guest Bio:
Shawn Lesser: With over three decades of experience in finance, Shawn co-founded the industry’s first Impact Investing Investment Bank, Big Path Capital, which has been lauded by Barrons as "Impact Investing's Investment Bank." His impressive track record includes advising and collaborating with over 200 Impact Funds and over 1,000 Limited Partners, and organizing over 50 investment convenings across the US and Europe.
Key Discussion Points:
- Personal Journey: Shawn's candid recounting of his struggles with anxiety and depression and the strength he found to overcome them.
- Mental Health Advocacy: The founding of THE REAL Mental Health Foundation and its mission to improve the mental health of men and their families.
- Professional Achievements: Shawn's significant impact in finance, particularly impact investing.
- Vision for the Future: THE REAL’s goal is to create a global community supporting men's mental health and well-being, aiming to transform societal norms and the mental healthcare conversation.
Call to Action:
If you found Shawn’s story as inspiring as we did, please like, share, rate, and review Authentic Achievements on your favourite podcast platform. Your support helps us bring more incredible stories like Shawn’s to a wider audience.
Connect with Shawn Lesser:
- THE REAL Mental Health Foundation: https://www.therealwebsite.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnlesser
Tune in to hear how adversity can lead to meaningful change and be inspired to tackle your challenges with resilience and humour.
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