Welcome to our Season 1 finale!

My guest today is David Dennis. David is the son of a successful software entrepeneur, and he originally went in a totally different direction than Dad. David studied Sociology and Political science and his first job was teaching in public schools.

During the dot com heyday of the early 2000s, David found himself experimenting with web development. In his free time, he started building websites for schools, and soon David co-founded a tech startup.

These experiences led him to a 20 year tenure at Microsoft, where he is currently a Principal Product Manager for Microsoft Outlook.

That's not the end of David's story. In this episode, you'll see how David experimented with novel projects, marquee events and well-placed mentors to create more fulfillment and balance in his career. For more about this approach to career progression, see my 5 Pillars Method.

He's also Co-Founder at Ventana Surfboards & Supplies, providing adventurers from Santa Cruz and around the world with hollow-framed, reclaimed wooden surfboards; bodysurfing handplanes; eco surf apparel, and sustainable surf supplies.

Anyone with an interest in bridging their passion with their day job, or struggling to decide between one path or another will benefit from this episode.