TEC CANADA’S LEADERSHIP STANDARD PODCAST PRESENTS

Chip Conley | Why Life Gets Better with Age: A Journey Through Business, Psychology, & Spirituality

In this episode, Jamie speaks with Chip Conley, a visionary entrepreneur who transformed the hospitality industry by founding Joie de Vivre Hospitality in his 20s and revolutionizing Airbnb as Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy. As a best-selling author, Chip has redefined the meaning of ‘midlife’ and shares his fascinating personal and professional journey, along with his approach to leadership, entrepreneurship, and midlife transformation. He delves into the importance of intergenerational collaboration in the workplace and how different generations can bring unique strengths to the table. Listen in to learn from Chip’s insights and experiences.

Chip Conley

Chip Conley has made a remarkable impact by transforming both the hospitality industry and the concept of aging. He is the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, the second-largest operator of boutique hotels in the United States. Later as the Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy at Airbnb, guiding the company to become a worldwide valuable hospitality brand.

In 2018, inspired by his role as a ‘modern elder’ at Airbnb, Conley co-founded the Modern Elder Academy (MEA), the world’s first school dedicated to midlife wisdom. MEA helps individuals navigate midlife with renewed purpose and possibility, challenging outdated perceptions of aging.

A New York Times bestselling author, Conley’s seventh book, “Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age,” encourages a positive rethinking of midlife. His insights into this life stage were highlighted in his 2023 TED talk on the “midlife chrysalis,” showcasing his innovative approach to aging and personal growth.

About The Leadership Standard Podcast

The Leadership Standard, hosted by TEC Canada speaker and leadership development and resilience expert, Jamie Mason Cohen, features in-depth conversations with subject matter experts all across the business spectrum.

Featuring thought leadership and actionable insights to challenge your assumptions – and inspiring stories of business triumphs, struggles, and perseverance that provide a motivational push – every episode of The Leadership Standard is a revealing discussion about the life of business and the business of life.