Hardwired For Growth
by Brett Trainor
July 10, 2025 2:25 am
You followed the rules. You climbed the ladder. But now you’re wondering… what if there’s more? Welcome to The Corporate Escapee Podcast—a show for GenX professionals who are done living a life around work and ready to start living life on their terms. Whether you’ve just started questioning your 9-5, got caught in a layoff, or are already out and building your own thing—this podcast is your roadmap to freedom. Hosted by Brett Trainor, a former corporate exec who escaped and never looked back, each episode features real conversations with real escapees, subject matter experts, and authors. You’ll hear the highs, the lows, and the practical strategies that help GenXers leave corporate—and stay out. 🎯 Inside each episode: • How to turn your corporate experience into income • Ways to land your first customer (without a website) • What’s working with consulting, fractional roles, and coaching • Mindset shifts to break free from fear and perfectionism • How to optimize for freedom, fulfillment, and flexibility If you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or just ready for something more—you’re not alone. Join thousands of others who are building the next chapter their way. ✨ It’s not just about leaving corporate. It’s about taking back control of your time, your money, and your future. It’s time to Get Busy Living.
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