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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    95: Trust, Trauma & Leadership – Lori Eberly

    In this transformative episode of “Why I Left,” Lori Eberly, founder of Radius Executive Coaching and Development and co-author of “Fuckery,” joins host Brian Aquart to tackle the unspoken grief that comes with major career transitions. Drawing from her deep experience in hospice social work and leadership development, Lori reveals the profound lessons about trust, presence, and emotional intelligence that help individuals and teams not just survive, but thrive, amid change. Tune in to hear actionable insights, candid conversation, and powerful advice for anyone navigating their next career step or organizational challenge.

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    62: Centering Equity & Humanism – Jarvis Sam

    Join host Brian Aquart in a compelling Why I Left episode featuring Jarvis Sam, former Nike Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, and founder of Rainbow Disruption. Discover valuable insights on how DEI strategies can create operational efficiency and innovation in any organization. Don’t miss Jarvis’s game-changing approaches, his journey through the corporate world, and the impact of his work with athletes.

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  • Thumbnail for 60: Cultivating Purpose & Community – Judy Jackson

    60: Cultivating Purpose & Community – Judy Jackson

    Join host Brian Aquart as he welcomes Judy Jackson, the driving force behind JLC Ventures and a pioneer in human resources. Dive deep into Judy’s transformative journey from leaving her corporate role post-pandemic to creating a more human-centric workplace. Learn about her challenges, the importance of gratitude, and how building a supportive ‘posse’ can guide your career decisions. Tune in for this enlightening episode on resilience, purposeful work, and the evolving landscape of employee support.

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  • Thumbnail for 33: Integrating Work With Life – Bev Attfield

    33: Integrating Work With Life – Bev Attfield

    Have you been feeling lost or uncertain about your career path during the pandemic? On today’s episode of Why I Left, Brian chats with Bev Attfield, partner at Within People and former host of People at Work. Bev shares her journey of leaving her job in the tech industry and how she found purpose in helping organizations create supportive environments for humans. Tune in to this inspiring conversation to discover how Bev’s own experiences and travels led her to pursue a career in organizational development and psychology, and how the pandemic has transformed the traditional office work structure.

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