A first on Humans of Authenticity, I’m so honored to have a United States Marine Corps veteran Carlos Cardenas, CAE sharing his story with me on this episode.
Born and raised in Chicago’s Little Village, Carlos takes us through his cultural roots, sharing the impact of his upbringing in a vibrant immigrant community. From there, we delve into his transformative experience as a United States Marine during 9/11, exploring the discipline, challenges, and personal growth that shaped him.
- 00:00 Welcome
- 00:51 Three things about Carlos Cardenas
- 01:18 Experience in the U.S. Marine Corps
- 01:52 Understanding authenticity through personal experiences
- 03:56 Overcoming challenges and building confidence
- 07:31 Exploring authenticity in the workplace
- 08:37 Fullest, Discipline, and Culture
- 09:28 Living life to the fullest
- 13:57 Discipline
- 18:42 The impact of culture on authenticity
- 23:19 The art of storytelling through photography
- 24:28 Reflecting on cultural roots and upbringing
- 26:03 Cultural differences and connection
- 27:29 Staying connected to culture chrough language and history
- 30:15 What’s next
- 32:59 Balancing ambition and personal life
- 34:00 The Importance of education and overcoming challenges
- 35:46 Staying true to authentic self while achieving goals
- 45:56 Happiness with Maunda Land, MBA, CMP, CAE
📷 SemperWiFi Photography: Explore Carlos’s captivating photography on his website SemperWiFi.com and gain a visual journey into his cultural experiences.
