What does success really mean and what happens when you achieve everything you thought you wanted, only to feel unfulfilled?

In this episode of No Set Definition, we sit down with Brunch, an Asian-Canadian immigrant, former Big Four accounting partner, and now leadership coach, who shares her powerful journey of redefining success after 25+ years in corporate accounting.

From climbing the corporate ladder to walking away in search of purpose, Brunch opens up about identity, burnout, mental health, and the courage it takes to pivot your career. She dives deep into how success isn’t about fame, wealth, or status—but about alignment, fulfillment, and happiness.

We explore:

• Why traditional definitions of success often fall short

• The hidden identity crisis behind high-achieving careers

• How to transition careers and rediscover your purpose

• The importance of empathy, trust, and psychological safety in leadership

• Why “purpose before profit” is the future of business

• How women can support and uplift each other in corporate spaces

Whether you’re navigating a career change, questioning your path, or seeking more meaning in your work, this episode will challenge you to rethink success on your own terms.

Because at the end of the day, there’s no set definition of success. Only yours.

You can cry and still be successful.

We sit down with Denise Wong to talk about ambition, identity, and the pressure to “have it all together.” From graduating with a chemistry degree to becoming a CPA and later serving as president of TennisBC, Denise’s journey shows that success isn’t a straight line and it definitely isn’t emotionless.

We dive into cultural expectations, balancing fame, wealth, and happiness, and why vulnerability doesn’t make you weak, it makes you human. This conversation is about redefining success in a way that includes growth, setbacks, and yes, even tears.

Because strength and softness can exist at the same time.

Success looks effortless from the outside. Applause. Recognition. Achievement.
But behind the podium, the pressure tells a very different story.

In this episode, award-winning Canadian conductor Ken Hsieh shares what success really feels like beyond the spotlight. Born in Edmonton and acclaimed internationally for his vibrant performances and leadership, Ken’s journey reveals the unseen challenges behind a life in music. From the emotional and psychological weight of conducting to rethinking what “success” truly means.

Ken dives into:

• How success varies for every individual

• The discipline and resilience required to sustain excellence

• The psychological demands of leadership in high-pressure careers

• His experiences shaping perceptions of happiness, fame, and fulfillment

• The evolving role of women in the world of conducting

This conversation is a reminder that success isn’t one-size-fits-all — it’s a deeply personal journey shaped by experience, choice, and perspective.

Learn more about Ken Hsieh and his work at https://kenhsieh.com/.

No Set Definition is a podcast that challenges the pressure to always be more, do more, and push harder. Through raw, honest conversations, we talk about resilience, burnout, failure, and the emotional side of achievement , the parts rarely shared out loud.

This is a space for rethinking success, questioning the grind, and choosing a definition that actually fits your life.