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The Executive Edge Podcast with Alex Mearns - Episode 5: Leaving Corporate Life for the Japanese Mountains

In this episode of The Executive Edge Podcast, Alex Mearns chats with Peter Douglas, a former director at Aberdeen Asset Management in Singapore, who left the corporate world to start his own hedge fund research business. Eventually, Peter made another bold move - relocating to a small village atop a mountain in Japan! Discover how leaving corporate life transformed his mindset, health and sense of purpose.

 

Peter shares his insights on:

  • The unexpected challenges of entrepreneurship
  • Why leaving corporate life was the best thing that ever happened to him
  • How rural Japanese living impacted his health and well-being
The Executive Edge Podcast with Alex Mearns - Episode 5: Leaving Corporate Life for the Japanese Mountains
The Executive Edge Podcast with Alex Mearns - Episode 5: Leaving Corporate Life for the Japanese Mountains

🔑 Key Takeaways

  • Corporate vs. Entrepreneurial Life: Peter’s candid thoughts on the risks and rewards of both.

  • The Corruption of Corporate Culture: "Ultimately, a corporation will corrupt you," says Peter - find out why.

  • Life in Rural Japan: The unique health habits that contribute to Japanese longevity.

  • Personal Growth: How facing challenges like starting a business and even a bear attack shaped his life.

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