I had the pleasure of interviewing Simon Reinhard, World Memory Champion and memory coach.
We talked about his journey and Simon explained the memory techniques he mastered, like the Method of Loci that helped him m learn many subjects that he is now teaching through personalised courses.
Through this conversation, I discovered the world of memory tournaments. It was such an inspiring episode on unlocking the mind's full potential and I am excited for everyone to listen to it. Key takeaways:
Chapters:
01:27 The Journey to Becoming a Memory Athlete
07:21 Transitioning from Law to Memory Coaching
13:05 Memory Tournaments
19:17 Current Coaching Programs
25:26 Understanding the Method of Loci
32:11 Scaling Memory Techniques
37:28 Memorizing Cards and Numbers
43:40 Learning Chinese with Memory Techniques
48:58 Structuring Learning for Busy Students
51:25 Improving Memory Over Time
56:44 The Calming Effect of Memory Locations
58:42 Redefining Success
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memory courses:schoolofmemory.com IAM main page: iam-memory.org
IAM training page:iamwmc.com/competition/training.html
Let's connect:
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Simon Reinhard: https://www.instagram.com/trainyourbrainhard/
Hi everyone! In this episode, Niels Billou, a faculty member specializing in entrepreneurship and innovation, shares his journey as an entrepreneur and educator, discussing the founding of the Humanos Institute, which focuses on using design thinking to create social impact. He emphasizes the importance of co-creation with communities, the challenges of funding projects, and the need to redefine success in both non-profit and business sectors. We also explore the relationship between money and happiness, the concept of a social stock exchange, and his aspirations for a school of entrepreneurship at McGill University that fosters experiential learning and interdisciplinary collaboration.
I hope you enjoy this episode,
Sasha
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Niels Belou and His Journey
01:41 Founding the Humanos Institute
05:18 The Design Thinking Approach in Action
17:56 Navigating Challenges and Community Needs
26:50 Redefining Success in Non-profits and Business
31:22 The Illusion of Financial Stability
36:26 The Vision for a Social Stock Exchange
44:53 Defining Entrepreneurship
50:03 Experiential Learning in Entrepreneurship
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sasha.levski/
Niels Billou linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niels-billou-phd-b59b55106/
Hello everyone, welcome to this new episode.
Guest: Victor Nicolet, a second-year student at McGill University, who shares his experience with the StudentWorks program. Victor discusses his motivation for joining the program, the challenges of running a business while studying, and the valuable lessons he learned about entrepreneurship, marketing, and personal growth. He emphasizes the importance of commitment, organization, and resilience in achieving success as a young entrepreneur.
Thank you for listening,
Don't be afraid to try! Go for it!
Sasha Levski
instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sasha.levski/
instagram of Victor:https://www.instagram.com/nicolet_cf/
Link to the program: https://management.studentworks.com/
In this episode of STAB, the Student Startup Lab, I sit down with McGill students Paloma and Mathilde for a raw conversation about the complexities of student life. Together, we explore the challenges of decision-making, the privilege of choice, and the pursuit of authenticity. Through our personal anecdotes and reflections, we unpack the pressures of societal expectations and the ongoing search for personal fulfillment. Join me for an honest and insightful discussion on navigating university life and what it really means to define success on your own terms.
Thank you for listening. Don't be afraid to try!
If you want to connect:
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandra.lvsk
other podcast (french): https://open.spotify.com/show/5vzTySBnRute2HawqgikwU
In this episode of St'AB, host Sasha Levski talks with Amélie a, co-founder of the Sustainability Consulting Club at McGill University. Amélie shares the inspiring story of how a simple idea evolved into a powerful student-led initiative.
Listen in as we discuss:
This conversation shows the power of discipline, the importance of starting small, and how to turn a passion project into meaningful change. I hope you will enjoy it!
03:16 The Genesis of the Club
05:49 The Importance of Sustainability
07:11 Building the Club: From Idea to Action
10:17 Overcoming Challenges and Anticipating Issues
13:00 Branding and Identity Formation
15:16 Lessons Learned from the Journey
18:08 The Impact of Student-Led Initiatives
20:19 Securing Clients and Collaborations
23:15 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
26:11 Defining Success and Future Dreams
SCC instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sustainability_consulting_club/
my instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sasha.levski/
Welcome to St’AB: The Student Startup Lab—a global conversation and community for ambitious students eager to learn, experiment, and grow. This is where ideas turn into action. We explore sparks of creativity, failures that teach us, and small wins that shape the leaders of tomorrow. Why “Lab”? Because student life is an experiment: trying, failing, growing, and daring to dream big while navigating exams, identity, and the pressure to figure it all out.
Students everywhere face the same big questions but each answer is unique—and that’s what we showcase. More than a podcast, The Student Startup Lab is a platform giving students a voice and proving that our generation is already rich with ideas, projects, and ambition. Whether you’re an entrepreneur in the making, a creative searching for your voice, or simply curious about how students worldwide navigate ambition—you’ll find insight, inspiration, and solidarity here.
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