What happens when you walk away from stability—not just for growth, but to chase something greater?
In this episode, Dirk Wakeham opens up about his journey from employee to founder to private equity partner. He shares the pivotal lesson that not only shaped his leadership style—but also how he shows up as a father.
Dirk and Bryan dive into what it means to lead authentically, make hard trade-offs between ambition and family, and stay true to your values in high-stakes environments. They explore the real cost of success, the power of humility, and how leadership at work and at home are more connected than we think.
If you're striving to lead with more purpose—in business and in life—this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.
