What's Your "And"? artwork

What's Your "And"?

627 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 47 ratings

John Garrett’s research involves talking with professionals who realize that who you are is so much more than what you do. Accountants, consultants, lawyers, engineers, and other professionals everywhere are doing hobbies and passions after they leave the office. We discuss why these outside-of-work interests matter and how they've impacted their career.

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Episodes

613: Alice Grey Harrison is a Communications Consultant & Needlepointer [podcast]

March 27, 2024 10:05 - 29 minutes - 69.1 MB

Alice Grey Harrison shares her passion for needlepoint, which she discovered during a sailing trip in the British Virgin Islands. She expresses the meditative benefits of needlepoint and defends integrating hobbies like this into the workplace, arguing that they enhance energy and spark creativity. She advocates for integrating personal passions into work life, suggesting that such practices can lead to moments of clarity and contribute to overall well-being. She also discusses how organizat...

611: Steve Grimes is a Firm Administrator & Mountain Climber [podcast]

March 13, 2024 10:02 - 27 minutes - 64.7 MB

Steve Grimes delves into his passion for mountain climbing, sharing insights from his experiences with altitude sickness and the perseverance required to conquer towering peaks like Kilimanjaro. Steve, the firm administrator at Whipplewood CPAs in Littleton, Colorado, has tackled 34 of the state's 58 "14ers," with mountain climbing providing him not only a physical challenge but also a mental resilience that translates into his professional life. He discusses the parallels between climbing a...

609: Michael Berthold is an Accountant & Musician [podcast]

February 28, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes - 68.5 MB

In this episode of "What's Your 'And'?", Michael Berthold shares his journey from engineering to embracing his passion for music. Michael recounts how forming the band Clubhouse in college and winning a contest to play at the LC Pavilion gave him tremendous confidence, which he has carried into his accounting career. He discusses the balancing act of being a senior accountant and client engagement manager at Bean in Los Angeles, while also pursuing his love for creating music. Berthold encou...

607: Chris Mossa is a Chief Strategy Officer & Endurance Runner [podcast]

February 14, 2024 11:00 - 34 minutes - 80.8 MB

Chris Mossa, Chief Strategy Officer at Graphite in New York City, shares his passion for endurance running and the impact it has had on his life. He discusses the evolution of running from a competitive pursuit to a mental health practice and now a focus on longevity. Chris emphasizes the importance of finding commonality to make connections in sales and business and highlights the value of getting to know employees beyond their professional skills. He also shares insights on thorough prepar...

605: Arlie Kidd is a Podcast PR Pro & Singer [podcast]

January 31, 2024 11:05 - 30 minutes - 70.7 MB

Arlie Kidd, Head of Talent Relations at Lemonpie, shares the value of singing as a way to unplug and recounts her personal experiences, from being Miss North Carolina to finding joy in telling people's stories through PR and podcasting. She emphasizes the significance of incorporating personal passions into the workplace to create a more well-rounded and engaged environment. Arlie reflects on the magical moments singing has created and the impact it has had on her professional career, culmin...

603: Will Hill is a Consultant & Hiker [podcast]

January 17, 2024 11:01 - 24 minutes - 56.7 MB

Will Hill, owner at Will Hill Consults, shares his passion for hiking and finding waterfalls with host John Garrett in episode 603 of What's Your "And"? He discusses how outdoor activities like hiking have energized him and provided a valuable perspective that he applies to his work. Will talks about his favorite hikes, including those in the redwoods and at Joshua Tree National Park, and how he incorporates his outdoor experiences into his speaking presentations. He also emphasizes the impo...

601: Stephen Vono is an Insurance Broker & Vinyl Record Collector [podcast]

January 03, 2024 11:19 - 36 minutes - 83.8 MB

Stephen Vono, Senior Vice President at McGowan Pro, shares his passion for vinyl records and music, which has enhanced his professional career. He talks about how hearing John speak at a conference motivated him to start the Risky Records Podcast which combines his love for music and work, creating a humanizing effect on his professional image. Stephen discusses the resurgence of vinyl, his extensive record collection of over 2,500 records, and the importance of integrating personal passions...

599: Mike Gillis is a CEO & Lake Life Enthusiast [podcast]

December 20, 2023 10:53 - 22 minutes - 52.6 MB

Mike Gillis, CEO of DMJPS, a CPA and advisory firm in North Carolina, joins John Garrett on this episode of What's Your "And"? Mike talks about his passion for lake life and how it's become a huge part of his personal and professional life. His dedication to promoting work-life balance and employee engagement, along with his advocacy for sharing personal interests in the workplace, creates a positive atmosphere for his staff. Mike's commitment to encouraging a culture that values people's in...

597: Michelle Kooi is a Consultant & Outdoorswoman [podcast]

December 06, 2023 11:34 - 30 minutes - 69.9 MB

Michelle Kooi, the founder of Confluence Coaching and Consulting in Durango, Colorado, talks about her passion for outdoor activities, including rock climbing, mountain biking, and skiing. Michelle shares how these activities help her alleviate stress, learn new things, and ultimately improve her work and life. She discusses the importance of authenticity and embracing one's passions beyond their profession, highlighting her own experiences in finding joy and fulfillment outside of work. Wit...

595: Rafael Casas is a Fintech Executive & Soccer Player & Jiu Jitsu Practitioner [podcast]

November 22, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutes - 66.6 MB

In this episode of What's Your "And"?, host John Garrett sits down with Rafael Casas, the Director of Strategic Alliances and Partnerships at QuickFee. Rafael emphasizes the importance of discipline and work ethic, as he has honed these skills through playing soccer. He values the lifelong friendships he made on the field and highlights the importance of putting in time and effort. As a captain of his teams, he learned crucial leadership skills. Rafael also discusses his experience facing he...

593: David G. Ewing is a CEO & Robotics Coach [podcast]

November 08, 2023 11:22 - 32 minutes - 74.6 MB

David G. Ewing, CEO of Motiv, shares his passion for robotics coaching his son's high school team in Austin, Texas. He highlights the importance of building teamwork and structure within robotics programs and talks about the intense but rewarding 12-week competition season. David emphasizes the positive spirit of competition, where teams support each other and foster camaraderie. He also explains how coaching robotics can translate valuable skills like teamwork, camaraderie, and a positive m...

591: Phil Alves is a CEO & Pilot [podcast]

October 25, 2023 11:30 - 23 minutes - 52.8 MB

Phil Alves, CEO & Founder of DevSquad, talks about his passion for piloting, how he was introduced to it, how it has helped improve his problem-solving skills and much more!

589: Meredith Monday Schwarz is a CEO & Podcaster [podcast]

October 11, 2023 11:30 - 29 minutes - 68.3 MB

Meredith Monday Schwartz, CEO of Here Comes the Guide, and co-host of the Currently Reading Podcast, talks about how her passion for reading led her to start a podcast about it, how her podcasting skills have applied to her career as a CEO, supporting employees’ hobbies in the office, and much more!

587: Jason Staats is a Founder & Content Creator [podcast]

September 27, 2023 11:30 - 39 minutes - 62.6 MB

Jason Staats, founder of Realize LLC., talks about his passion for creating funny content and how it both applies to his career and separates from his job, using AI tools, bringing your whole self into the office, and much more!

585: Ritu Singh is a Marketing Leader & Dancer [podcast]

September 13, 2023 11:30 - 24 minutes - 55.3 MB

Ritu Singh, Marketing Ops and Martech Leader for PwC, talks about her passion for dancing, how she got back into it after taking a break, how PwC provides a nurturing environment for their employees to do what makes them happy, and much more!

583: Mark Mirsky is a Tax Partner & Soccer Coach [podcast]

August 30, 2023 11:30 - 35 minutes - 82.4 MB

In this episode, Mark Mirsky from KRD in Chicago shares his experiences in balancing work and his passion for coaching soccer, emphasizing the importance of work-life balance. He also reveals how his love for soccer led to unexpected connections, including a memorable trip to London to watch Manchester United play at Arsenal. Through their conversation, Mark highlights the significance of finding one's "and" beyond their profession, inspiring listeners to embrace their diverse identities and...

581: Megan Gluth-Bohan is a CEO & Outdoorswoman [podcast]

August 16, 2023 11:30 - 27 minutes - 64 MB

Megan Gluth-Bohan, CEO and owner of TRI, talks about her passion for the outdoors, why it’s important to balance profitability and well being as a leader, and much more!

579: Emily Ackerman is a Director of Business Development & Singer [podcast]

August 02, 2023 11:30 - 33 minutes - 76.8 MB

In this episode of "What's Your "And"?", host John Garrett sits down with the vibrant and multi-talented Emily Ackerman, the Director of Business Development at LGT in Dallas, Texas. Emily's journey takes us from her early days in public accounting to her love for music and performing. She shares the importance of embracing our human side and discovering hobbies that bring joy and creativity to our lives. From fostering dogs to cooking up unique dishes and even getting back into playing the ...

577: Rani Puranik is a Global CFO & Singer & Dancer [podcast]

May 03, 2023 09:30 - 26 minutes - 61.7 MB

Rani Puranik, CFO for Worldwide Oil Field Machine Inc., talks about her passion for singing, dancing and how she feels her creativity gets her in touch with herself. She also talks about how her company encourages their employees to embrace their hobbies, be their authentic selves and why that can be crucial both personally and professionally!

575: Brian Beckcom is an Attorney & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt [podcast]

April 19, 2023 09:30 - 32 minutes - 74.5 MB

Brian Beckcom, an attorney based out of Houston, Texas, talks about his passion for practicing Jiu-Jitsu, how it has improved his personal and professional life, making connections at the workplace through hobbies, and much more!

573: Brian Franklin is a CPA & Show Dog Exhibitor & Cannon Operator [podcast]

March 22, 2023 09:30 - 28 minutes - 65.8 MB

Brian Franklin, a shareholder at Weinstein Spira, talks about participating in dog shows, collecting cannons, and running a winery! He also talks about how these interests differentiate him in the office and why it’s so important to have interests outside of the office!

571: Abhishek Nayak is a CEO & Potter [podcast]

March 01, 2023 10:30 - 26 minutes - 60.4 MB

Abhishek Nayak, CEO & Co-Founder of Appsmith, talks about his passion for pottery, how it has helped him improve his skills as a manager, creating an open work culture in a remote environment, and much more!

569: Troy Pepper is an Engineer & NBA PA Announcer [podcast]

February 22, 2023 10:30 - 28 minutes - 65 MB

Troy Pepper shares his story of how he became the NBA PA announcer for the Indiana Pacers, how it has improved his networking skills in his career, the importance of people skills, and much more!

567: Jade Glab is a Business Strategist & Miss New Jersey 2019-2020 & Miss New Jersey USA 2023 Finalist [podcast]

February 15, 2023 10:30 - 30 minutes - 69.8 MB

Jade Glab talks about getting into pageantry, winning Miss New Jersey, the discipline needed to compete in pageants, how she applies these skills to her career, and much more!

565: Matt Banker is a Marketer & Conceptual Artist [podcast]

February 08, 2023 10:30 - 29 minutes - 68.5 MB

Matt Banker talks about his passion for conceptual art, what conceptual art is, how it has applied to his career in marketing, and much more!

563: Shane Sullivan is a CPA & Film Fanatic [podcast]

February 01, 2023 10:30 - 24 minutes - 57 MB

Shane Sullivan, Senior Accountant at Avant Communications, talks about his passion for watching films and how this passion helps him develop relationships in the office, why it’s important to care about other people’s passions, and much more!

561: David Bergstein is a Chief Innovation Officer & Pickleball Player [podcast]

January 25, 2023 10:30 - 24 minutes - 56.6 MB

David Bergstein, the Chief Innovation Officer of Bergstein CPA, talks about his hobbies of racquet sports, mainly pickleball, how it has helped him establish relationships both personally and professionally, why it’s so important to be yourself in the workplace, and much more!

559: Heather Winandy is a Client Engagement Manager & Explorer [podcast]

January 18, 2023 10:30 - 24 minutes - 57 MB

Heather Winandy, Client Engagement Manager at RSM US LLP, talks about her passion for exploring, trying new hobbies, bringing your full self into the office, and more!

557: Alex Miles is a Partner Program Manager & Socializer [podcast]

January 11, 2023 10:30 - 28 minutes - 64.2 MB

Alex talks about her love of socializing on social media as well as in person, how it helps with her career, meeting her best friend online, and much more!

555: Karl Hebenstreit is an Executive Coach & Children's Book Author [podcast]

January 04, 2023 10:30 - 29 minutes - 67.2 MB

Karl Hebenstreit, Principal Consultant for Perform & Function, LLC., talks about his passion for writing business and children’s books. Karl talks about how his writing helps with his career, having support from his co-workers, approaching different work cultures and much more!

553: Melissa Romo is a Marketer & Writer [podcast]

December 28, 2022 10:30 - 34 minutes - 78.2 MB

Melissa Romo, author, and VP of Global Marketing at Sage, talks about her journey to realizing her passion for writing, taking the leap to pursue it full-time, how it helped her find her current position and much more!

551: Nicholas Sinclair is a Founder & Snowboarder [podcast]

December 21, 2022 10:30 - 24 minutes - 55 MB

Nick Sinclair, Founder of TOA Global, talks about his passion for snowboarding, where he likes to go snowboarding, how it helps in his career, how he is identified by his passion at work and much more!

549: Orumé Agbeyegbe Hays is an Accountant & Traveler & Runner [podcast]

December 14, 2022 10:30 - 27 minutes - 62.8 MB

Orumé Agbeyegbe Hays, Founder & CEO of Hays CPA, LLC., talks about her passion for running and traveling and how it has helped improve her skills in endurance and networking within her career! She also talks about some of her favorite places she has visited!

547: Tate Hackert is a Founder & Martial Artist [podcast]

December 07, 2022 10:30 - 27 minutes - 63.4 MB

Tate Hackert, President of ZayZoon, talks about his passion for martial arts, his fighting experience, how it has improved his self-discipline both in and out of the office, and more!

545: Bill Mandara, Jr. is a CEO & Musician [podcast]

November 30, 2022 10:30 - 25 minutes - 58 MB

Bill Mandara Jr., CEO of Mancini Duffy, talks about his passion for playing music, how it helps him with his career as a CEO, how Mancini Duffy encourages its employees to discuss their hobbies, and much more!

543: Mary McDonald is an Accountant & Macro Photographer [podcast]

November 23, 2022 10:30 - 27 minutes - 62.8 MB

Mary McDonald talks about her hobby of macro-outdoor photography, how it is a conversation starter in the office, how it has improved her relationships both in and out of the office, and much more!

541: Clint Murphy is a CCFO & Writer/Podcaster [podcast]

November 16, 2022 10:30 - 35 minutes - 82.1 MB

Clint Murphy, CFO of Mosaic Homes, talks about discovering his passion for writing and podcasting, how it has improved his communication skills, why it’s so important to always have an And, and much more!

539: Jon Ekstrom is a Communications Consultant & Themed Party Host [podcast]

November 09, 2022 10:30 - 27 minutes - 63.9 MB

Jon Ekstrom, a Communications Consultant at Deft Communications, talks about his passion for organizing theme parties, the different themes he has done, why it’s important to have structure when putting together a party and much more!

537: Angie MacPhee is a Consultant & Colorado Native [podcast]

November 02, 2022 09:30 - 28 minutes - 65.6 MB

Angie MacPhee, a Consultant and Managing Partner for Baker Tilly, shares her passion for being a Colorado native, mainly hiking the mountains of Colorado. She talks about how hiking has helped her with setting goals at work, how Baker Tilly encourages its employees to discuss their hobbies and much more!

535: Alex Drost is an Advisor/Consultant & Avid Biker [podcast]

October 26, 2022 09:30 - 27 minutes - 62.2 MB

Alex Drost, Founder of Connection Builders, talks about his passion for biking, creating better client relationships, culture surveys, and more!

533: Michele Harrison is a Learning and Development Manager & Self Defense Instructor [podcast]

October 19, 2022 09:30 - 22 minutes - 51.5 MB

Michele Harrison, Learning and Development Manager at Janover LLC, talks about her passion for Krav Maga and teaching self-defense, how it has given her discipline and patience in the workplace, and much more!

531: Zach Gordon is a CPA & Runner [podcast]

October 12, 2022 09:30 - 27 minutes - 62.1 MB

Zach Gordon, VP of Accounting at Propeller Industries, talks about his passion for running and traveling. He discusses how his experience in running marathons has helped him with discipline and goal setting in the workplace, his initial culture shock when he first started at Propeller, and much more!

529: Elizabeth Coo is an Accountant & Podcaster [podcast]

October 05, 2022 09:30 - 27 minutes - 62.9 MB

Elizabeth Coo, Founder and Co-Host of Entry Level Adulting Podcast, talks about how she fell into accounting, discovering her passion for podcasting, how it has helped her with her career as an accountant, and much more!

527: Joe Garafalo is a Co-Founder & Poker Player [podcast]

September 28, 2022 09:30 - 24 minutes - 55.9 MB

Joe Garafalo, Co-Founder of Mosaic, talks about his passion for playing poker, how it is more a numbers game than gambling, how it applies to starting/running a business, and much more!

525: Elandas Miller is a Business Analyst & Sports Organizer [podcast]

September 21, 2022 09:30 - 21 minutes - 49.5 MB

Elandas Miller, Scrum Master at Cognizant Softvision, talks about his passion and side hustle, Kicking It Sports, which hosts field day type of events within his local community. He also talks about how his skills in organizing sports events applies to his career, why being open about your outside of work passions is beneficial, and much more!

523: Alexandria Romero is an Accountant & Runner [podcast]

September 14, 2022 09:30 - 23 minutes - 54.6 MB

Alexandria Romero talks about how she went from couch to 5k with her passion for running, how she develops strong connections with her team, and much more!

521: Bianca Mueller is a Community Manager & Boxer & Martial Artist [podcast]

September 07, 2022 09:30 - 27 minutes - 63.5 MB

Bianca Mueller, Community Manager at Wagepoint, talks about her passion for contact sports and building communities. She also shares how this helps her career in maintaining professional relationships and staying focused as well as finding her passion after injuries and other things in life getting in the way!

519: Paul Jan Zdunek is a COO & People Watcher [podcast]

August 31, 2022 09:30 - 14 seconds - 694 KB Video

Paul Jan Zdunek, COO of Miller Kaplan, talks about people watching, understanding the psychology of people, and how that is applied to his career.

517: Carolyn Ellis is an Organizational Consultant & Musical Theatre Performer [podcast]

August 24, 2022 09:30 - 28 minutes - 64.5 MB

Carolyn Ellis, Founder of Brilliance Mastery, talks about how she discovered her passion for musical theatre, how it has taught her to stay out of her own way, the skills that she can apply to her career, and much more!

515: Chase Birky is a CPA & College Football Enthusiast [podcast]

August 17, 2022 09:30 - 36 minutes - 83.8 MB

Chase Birky, CEO & Co-Founder of Dark Horse CPAs, talks about his passion for college football, talking about it at work, why it is important for employees within a company to have an aligned purpose, and much more!

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