Workplace Culture
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99: Leadership, Presence, and the Cost of Disconnection – Tracy Brower
Listen nowLoneliness at work is rising, and it is not just a personal issue. It is a leadership design issue.
In this episode, Dr. Tracy Brower returns to unpack the growing disconnection inside modern organizations. We explore the difference between visibility and true presence, why consistency builds more trust than charisma, and how culture is often defined by the worst behavior it tolerates.
If you lead people, this conversation will challenge how you think about productivity, belonging, and the responsibility to design connection intentionally.
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95: Trust, Trauma & Leadership – Lori Eberly
Listen nowIn 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
Listen nowJoin 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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60: Cultivating Purpose & Community – Judy Jackson
Listen nowJoin 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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33: Integrating Work With Life – Bev Attfield
Listen nowHave 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.