S3E05: Career Transitions for High-Performers with Jason Mayden

In this episode, we dive deep into the remarkable life and career of Jason Mayden, a true high-performer who has blazed his own trail in the worlds of tech, design, and corporate America. Join us as we explore the pivotal moments and inspiring insights that have shaped his extraordinary journey. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Trillicon Valley, an acclaimed design and strategy consultancy, he specializes in pioneering new ventures and orchestrating intricate negotiations involving athletes, entertainers, and global creatives through multi-stakeholder partnerships. As we delve deeper into Jason's narrative, we'll explore the mental hurdles and stereotypes he's faced, shedding light on the complex corporate dynamics in America and how they can affect an individual's self-worth. Learn about pivotal moments, including a life-changing connection with his high school art teacher and his intern experience at Nike. Discover how Jason's family and his determination helped him overcome overwhelming challenges and stereotypes. He also shares insights into the importance of self-worth, authenticity, and transcending job titles for fulfillment. Join us for this enlightening episode as we celebrate the life and career of Jason Mayden, a high-performer who not only navigated career transitions with grace but also redefined success on his own terms. Tune in now!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Background about Jason and his current career transition decision.
• His childhood inspiration and overcoming health challenges.
• Jason shares an impactful moment with his high school art teacher.
• A profound conversation that changed the course of his life.
• Discover how he ended up working as an intern at Nike.
• Championing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech and design industries
• He shares the moment when he met his childhood hero Michael Jordon.
• What Jason values the most in his life: his family.
• Overcoming mental hurdles and stereotypes.
• Corporate dynamics in America and how it plays into an individual’s self-worth.
• Standing up against the pressure to conform in corporate America.
• Shifting from employment to deployment.
• Recognizing that self-worth isn't tied to job titles or external markers of success.
• The value of accepting and embracing oneself.
• Discover the role of high expectations and faith in reaching your potential.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Jason Mayden on LinkedIn

TRILLICON VALLEY®

Nike

The Song of Significance

The Speed of Grace 

Jeremy Utley