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The Corporate Escapee

Brett Trainor
Consulting
Networking
Solopreneurship
AI In Business
Genx Entrepreneurship
Linkedin
Small Business Growth
Marketing
Marketing Strategies
Entrepreneurship
France
Content Creation
Fractional Work
Fractional Leadership
Work-Life Balance
Business Development
Workforce Automation
Corporate Transition
LLC
S-Corp

Stuck in corporate? You're not alone. Corporate is broken. Loyalty is dead. Layoffs are coming. And you know it. But here's the truth most won't tell you: Building your own thing is easier than finding your next corporate job. I'm Brett Trainor—corporate escapee after 25+ years—and I've helped 500+ professionals escape and build $10K-$50K/month solopreneur businesses using their corporate experien... more

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Why do so many people leave corporate… only to end up going back?

In this solo episode, Brett breaks down the two core reasons most corporate escapees fail—and more importantly, how to avoid them.

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What if podcasting wasn’t just content—but a bridge out of corporate?

In this episode, Brett sits down with Mark Hayward, former PwC and KPMG consultant turned podcast host and podcast guesting entrepreneur, to break down his escape from corporate—a... more

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Sam Lee
Advocate for independent work and portfolio careers, experienced in consulting, coaching, and fractional leadership.
Indie Collective
Episode: You Don’t Need to Quit to Escape: Build Your Exit on the Side w/ Sam Lee
Jake Stahl
Expert in communication and author of 'Own the Room'
CEO of Orchestrate
Episode: Own the Room: How to Communicate So You’re Heard, Seen & Respected w/ Jake Stahl
Clair Sullivan
Former hospitality industry corporate employee turned solopreneur specializing in GenAI.
Episode: Corporate Quit on Her — She Built a Business Faster Than She Could Job Hunt w/ Clair Sullivan
Michael Williams
Founder of Climb, regulatory compliance software
Climb, Inc.
Episode: He Left a Cushy CFO Job to Fix a Broken System (with Clym.io Founder Michael Williams)
Catherine Jelinek
Host of Breaking Through the Noise podcast
Breaking Through the Noise
Episode: How One TikTok Video Built the Corporate Escapee Movement
Ed Patterson
A former corporate communications professional who retired in Portugal after a long career in crisis management and public relations.
Episode: He Didn’t Just Escape Corporate—He Left the Country W/Ed Patterson
Tom Morrissey
Founder of Solo Health Collective, a health plan for self-employed business owners
Solo Health Collective
Episode: Healthcare for a Company of One: A Real Alternative for Solopreneurs w/Tom Morrissey
Jenni Gritters
Author of 'The Sustainable Solopreneur' and a coach specializing in helping solopreneurs and creatives
Episode: Beyond the Escape: How to Stay Free (and Profitable) as a Solopreneur w/ Jenni Gritters
Lisa Petrilli
Founder and CEO of Higher Conscious Leadership, a company focused on spiritual awakening and leadership development
Higher Conscious Leadership
Episode: From Corporate to Calling: A Practical Path to Purpose w/ Lisa Petrilli

Host

Brett Trainor
Host of The Corporate Escapee Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Entertaining, insightful, and actionable! 🔥

    Whether you’re well established as an entrepreneur, or just getting started carving out a profitable niche that’s ready to grow, this is a must-listen podcast for you! Brett does an incredible job leading conversations that cover a huge breadth of topics related to the ins and outs of building a thriving business (and life!) you can be proud of with leaders who’ve actually experienced success themselves. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ASobering
    United States4 years ago
  • Must listen!

    This podcast is a must listen to entrepreneurs! You get actionable takeaways that will actually make a difference in your business and your life. Brett's energy, knowledge, and insights matched with amazing guests covers in depth of the topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ladybugandstroud
    Philippines5 years ago
  • It's All About Education

    Thank you for this great podcast showcasing amazing business mentors and their strategies for success. This podcast is a must for anyone that has a business!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    My Stuttering Life
    United States5 years ago
  • Love this kind of content.

    I like the style and all of the guests have been spot on.

    Thanks for taking the creative journey to make this happen

    Keep on creating!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tunefarmer
    United States5 years ago
  • Get ready to scale your business

    Great tips for any business owner looking to move beyond the start up phase

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roundpeg
    United States5 years ago

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The motivating stories shared by guests resonate well with those considering leaving corporate life.
Many reviews highlight the expert backgrounds of the guests as a crucial aspect of the show's value.
Listeners appreciate the actionable insights provided by the host and guests, often mentioning the practical steps toward entrepreneurship.
There is a positive consensus on the conversational style of the host, which makes complex topics accessible and engaging.
Listeners find the content relevant and timely, especially in today's changing job landscape.

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Why Podcasting Might Be the Smartest Side Door Out of Corporate w/Mark Hayward
Q: What's your recommendation to a newbie?
If you're in corporate, I would say start a podcast as a host. The reason why I say that is because, A, you'll be learning new skills.
You Don’t Need to Quit to Escape: Build Your Exit on the Side w/ Sam Lee
Q: What advice do you give to listeners who are still in corporate and thinking about going independent?
Make plans and start building your skillset on the side before fully transitioning to independent work.
You Don’t Need to Quit to Escape: Build Your Exit on the Side w/ Sam Lee
Q: How did you manage your time while doing both full-time work and side hustles?
I recommended to focus on sales storytelling and building a pipeline rather than getting bogged down by time constraints.
You Don’t Need to Quit to Escape: Build Your Exit on the Side w/ Sam Lee
Q: What did you think you needed to start a side hustle?
I was bored at a public company and wanted to explore new work opportunities, so I began to dabble in advising and consulting.
How One TikTok Video Built the Corporate Escapee Movement
Q: How did you leverage TikTok to build your audience?
Brett emphasized the importance of being relatable and candid about corporate issues, which resonated with viewers, leading to rapid follower growth.

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Focused on providing guidance for those feeling trapped in corporate environments, this podcast offers actionable advice and inspiration for individuals ready to transition to solopreneurship. Each episode features discussions with former corporate professionals who share their success stories and effective strategies for building a successful business without venture capital or large startup costs. Topics such as monetizing corporate experience, networking, and establishing sustainable income streams are frequently explored. The unique angle lies in its practical playbook approach, aimed at equipping listeners with the tools they need to replace corporate salaries and thrive in their ventures.

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Recent guests on The Corporate Escapee include:

1. Sam Lee
2. Jake Stahl
3. Clair Sullivan
4. Michael Williams
5. Catherine Jelinek
6. Ed Patterson
7. Tom Morrissey
8. Jenni Gritters

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