What happens when a physics major becomes a ballet dancer… and retires at 29?

In Episode 2 of the Real Stories Podcast, host Jordan Silvester sits down with Justin Teeuwen, co-founder of Meta Excellence, to explore a life full of unexpected twists—from studying science and dancing professionally to building a business and embracing the power of mentorship.

🎙️ What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

Why Justin retired at 29 and what came next

How dance and physics fueled each other

Lessons in failure, grit, and showing up

Why trying to be perfect can hold you back

A critique of traditional education — and how to break free

The power of curiosity and carving your own learning path

Why “the journey is everything”

If you’ve ever felt called to do something different, this episode will light a fire in you.

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Welcome to the kickoff episode of the Real Stories Podcast with your host Jordan Silvester!

In this powerful first episode, Jordan sits down with Sean Santoro, a mortgage broker with TMG, who shares his inspiring journey from the oil fields of Calgary to building a thriving business in Windsor, Ontario.

💬 What you’ll take away from this episode:

Why building relationships is the real currency of success

The power of pivoting careers — from engineering to finance

How life’s setbacks can become your greatest turning points

Advice for young people feeling stuck or unsure of their path

Two essential skills every person should master: problem-solving and relationship-building

📢 This isn’t just another business story — it’s a real-life reminder that success comes down to who you are, how you treat people, and the relationships you build along the way.

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