97: I Did It My Way – Craig the Barber

In the Season 4 finale of “Why I Left,” host Brian Aquart sits down with Craig Whitely, better known as Craig the Barber, for an inspiring conversation about leaving a successful career in finance to pursue his true passion: barbering. Discover how Craig built Burke Avenue, a game-changing men’s grooming brand, and learn pivotal lessons on reinvention, entrepreneurship, and the importance of following your purpose. If you’ve ever considered making a major career pivot or want to know the real story behind breaking into a competitive industry, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice.

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    71: Breaking The Mold – Ali Alper Celtek

    In this enlightening episode of Why I Left, Ali Alper Celtek dives into his transformative journey from a long-standing career in HR to embracing the world of management consulting. Discover how facing workplace challenges and fostering a deep understanding of industrial efficiency helped Ali carve out a new path, brimming with lessons on overcoming fears and committing to self-actualization. Listen now to unfold the facets of strategic career shifts and personal growth.

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    52: The Perfect Moment Is Now – Shara Hutchinson

    Brian Aquart dives into a captivating conversation with Shara Hutchinson, the CEO of Xposeyour and Author of Barefoot In The Boardroom. Shara shares her inspiring journey from a difficult childhood as a foster child to becoming a successful entrepreneur. She opens up about her passion for helping people, building cohesive teams, and guiding individuals to discover their purpose and unique gifts.

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    In today’s episode, Brian chats with Patrecia Ming Buckley. Patrecia is an experienced business development and operations leader living down under in Australia. She has…

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