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Quitters!
by Alyssa Barrett Jackson
Engineer turned comedian Alyssa Barrett Jackson picks the brains of entrepreneurs, artists, and freelancers that quit nine to fives to pursue their passion and brings you along on her own journey of life post quit.
Episodes
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Ep 020: Jeff Boodie, Co-Founder & President of JobSnap
How many dream jobs can one person have? Jeff Boodie found himself in at least two before getting in alignment with his own. Have a listen as we talk golden handcuffs, walking away from Oprah, and choosing your work-life balance. Learn more about Boodie and his baby JobSnap on twitter at @Jboodie...
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Ep 019: Danny Prikazsky, Actor, Writer, Producer
Danny Prikazsky got into software development to make his domestic dreams a reality. But when reality took a hard left, he was left to face his lingering aspirations in the arts and made the hard decision to go after them. Have a listen as we talk boot camp, pulling yourself up by your…
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Ep 018: Quit Neglecting Yourself
It's really easy to lose track of yourself when all your energy is devoted to your passion. But the problem is when you lose sight of yourself, eventually, you just straight up lose you. And that's what I did recently. I dropped all my self-care routines and then deigned to be surprised when I...
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Ep 017: Quit Comparing Yourself
Life is hard enough as it is without constantly pitting yourself up against the greats or even the person next to you. In this solo ep, I wax poetic on the pitfalls of comparison. Because man oh man is it hard to see how far you've come when you're staring down everyone else's standing in "the...
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Ep 016: Kjeld Schigt, founder of Kalon Surf
Kjeld Schigt made a plan to leave behind his corporate life to open a surf school halfway around the world. What he didn't plan on was falling in love and starting a family. Most often we think that following the path of a quitter means sacrificing the sweeter points of life when in reality it…
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Ep 015: Christine Howard, Life Coach & Entrepreneur
Christine Howard followed the same 'great' advice many of us have: if you want to be successful in life, you need to get a college degree and go work for a big company. Problem is, at the very beginning of her climb up the corporate ladder she realized she didn't like programming - the very thing...
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Ep 014: Marsh Engle, Speaker, Coach, Author, & CEO of Marsh Engle Media
When Marsh Engle began her career in media, as a single mom, she had a laser focus on the financial markers of success. And while it fueled her to success, it also pushed her to a breaking point. One that incited her journey from the self-sacrifice of the hustle to the self-alignment in...
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Ep 013: Alex Hirst, Co-founder of The Hoxby Collective
People generally go into business for themselves so that they can spend their time doing something they love. Unfortunately, more often than not they find themselves spending the bulk of their time consumed with the business of running a business. When Alex Hirst left his 9 to 5 to freelance he...
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Ep 012: Joe Hills, Esports Recruiter & Founder of Looking For Group
As we grow up we're often encouraged to put our passions aside to focus on more practical careers and pursuits. And as Joe Hills was surveying his traditional options, his passion, gaming showed up in a way he'd never imagined possible, and his niche in esports executive recruiting was born. In...
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Ep 011: Quit Trying To Make Fetch Happen
Trusting the process is one of the hardest things I've ever had to do. And even when I see results, my inner skeptic still crops up. In this episode, I explore the delicate balance between accountability and surrender as I recount the ups and downs of my first year of life post quit. Also…
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Ep 010: Yasmin Khan, Food & Travel Writer
Yasmin Khan built the life she dreamed of as a human rights campaigner. She never imagined she'd leave it all behind to find herself once again living the dream as a food and travel writer. We talk all about burnout, self-care and just doing it, as she shares her journey to creating...
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Ep 009: Samara Weiner, Film Producer & Talent Manager
When Samara Weiner found herself face to face with an opportunity to tell a very important story she went for it. And left her life as a lawyer behind for film production to bring her grandfather's story to the big screen. In this episode, Samara and I talk identity, embracing who you are, and...
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Ep 008: Natalie Abell, Circus Artist & Co-founder of Misfit Circus
Natalie Abell left mechanical engineering behind to run away with the circus! And not only did she do that, but she started one of her own! Natalie and I chat all about founding Misfit Circus, embracing failure as part of your process, and learning to live with less takeout (insert Lyss pout)....
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Ep 007: Laura D'Alessandro, Recipe Developer & Food Blogger
Laura D'Alessandro, the delightful mind behind Laura Linda Lou and a plethora of delicious recipes shares her journey from DC journalist to LA recipe developer. We talk a lot about fear. Feeling it, defying it, and denying it control. Because baby, it's always lurking around some random corner.…
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Ep 006: Angie Hilem, Founder of Heighten Social
Angie Hilem, founder and president of Heighten Social went from teaching high school English to building communities and social strategies, flirting with grad school along the way. As we retrace the steps of her career transition we hit on the necessity of building a community for yourself,...
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Ep 005: Quit Disqualifying Yourself
The gap between what you want to be and what you think you are can be a terrifyingly huge chasm. In this episode, I wax poetic on imposter syndrome, that space your mind has made to make you feel like a fraud. And explore its anxiety-riddled midfield I navigate on the daily as I charge through…
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Ep 004: Jennifer Howd, Author & Mindfulness Facilitator
Jennifer Howd bounced about in the world of graphics production for the entertainment industry before finding her calm as a mindfulness facilitator and author. We chat about keeping up, holing up, and holding out on ourselves. Oh, and expletives! Preorder Jennifer's book Sit, Walk, Don't Talk…
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Ep 003: Darryl Charles, Comedian
In episode three we dig deep into the Quitters vault to the very first interview ever! Comedian Darryl Charles expounds upon his first ten months post-quit and the path to tendering his resignation. Keep up with Darryl by following him on Facebook, Instagram, and or Twitter. Mentioned in this...
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Ep 002: Greg Maughan, PHIT Comedy Executive Director
In our first interview episode find out all about how quitter Greg Maughan went from management and budget consultant to founding PHIT Comedy! For all the latest from the theater follow @PHITcomedy on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Follow the podcast @QuittersPodcast on Facebook, Instagram…
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Ep 001: Quit Stalling
Getting started is hard. I should know. This podcast has been "in the works" for over a year and a half. But after an inspirational nudge from a friend I got my butt in gear. So here it is for you. And below are all the random things I mentioned :p Darryl Charles, Comedian - Facebook | Twitter…
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Engineer turned comedian Alyssa Barrett Jackson picks the brains of entrepreneurs, artists, and freelancers that quit nine to fives to pursue their passion and brings you along on her own journey of life post quit.
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Quitters! is created and hosted by Alyssa Barrett Jackson.
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