Podcast Episodes

Your AI Advantage: Why GenX Escapees Are Built to Cash In (with Naveen Aggarwal)

Brett and Naveen break down how GenX escapees can use AI to work faster, earn more, and de-risk the leap from corporate. You’ll learn where AI actually helps (and where it doesn’t), how to turn your …

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Your First Revenue Stream Outside Corporate (with Lee Ann Pepper)

We’re launching a new recurring segment with Lee Ann Pepper focused on real-world revenue ideas for corporate escapees.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How would I actually make money if I left corpor…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Networking Made Simple: David Ackert’s Proven Short List Framework for Escapees

For most corporate escapees, networking and sales feel like the biggest hurdles to building a solo business. With hundreds of LinkedIn connections and decades of contacts, it’s easy to feel overwhelm…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

All Things Fractional: Your Complete Guide with Karina Mikhli

Fractional, Defined: How to Lead (Not Freelance) with Karina Mikhli

What does “fractional” really mean—and is it the right next step after corporate?

In this episode, I sit down with Karina Mikhli, fou…

Published on 2 months ago

Nail Your Messaging and Master the 6 Questions Every Client Will Ask w/ Tom Freedman

One of the biggest challenges GenX escapees face after leaving corporate isn’t expertise—it’s business development. How do you find customers, create clarity in your message, and grow without getting…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

From Corporate Stress to Strength Training: A Dual Playbook for GenXers

Dual Takeaway:

This episode is a two-for-one: inspiration for escaping corporate and practical fitness guidance for living longer, stronger, and on your own terms.

What happens when you realize corpora…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Laid Off After 27 Years—And Finding Fulfillment Beyond Corporate w/ Thea Watkins

After 27 years in corporate—including an executive role—Thea Watkins never imagined she’d end up running her own business. A layoff forced her to pause, reflect, and rethink what she really wanted. I…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Portfolio Life: Building Purpose and Freedom After Corporate with Joy Levin

What does “retirement” really look like for Gen Xers—and why do so many struggle with it?

In this episode, I sit down with Joy Levin, market research consultant turned retirement coach, who helps Gen …

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

UGC for Gen X: How to Make Money Creating Content (No Followers Needed) W/Megan Collier

Episode Summary:

Think UGC (User Generated Content) is only for 20-somethings? Think again.

In this episode, I’m joined by Megan Collier—UGC creator, coach, and champion for Gen Xers and Boomers who wa…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

From Burnout to Purpose: Escaping Corporate and Building a Life That Works

In this special episode, Brett flips the mic and joins John Browning on the Building Your Life Podcast. They dive deep into what it really means to escape corporate life and build something better—on…

Published on 3 months, 4 weeks ago