When the pandemic forced Ida Albo to shut the doors of her family-owned hotel, she didn’t just pivot—she reimagined everything.

In this episode of The One Away Show, Ida joins Bryan Wish to reflect on a journey shaped by resilience, reinvention, and deep community roots. From transforming a historic hotel into a local anchor for wellness and connection, to opening Canada’s largest yoga studio, Ida shares how crisis can become a catalyst for creativity.

Her story is a powerful reminder that with the right mindset—and the right people—you’re never more than one moment away from a new beginning.

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Anuj Gupta’s journey has taken him across continents and up literal and figurative mountains. But the insight he shares in this episode isn’t about reaching the summit—it’s about learning how to see the world differently on the way up.

In this episode of The One Away Show, Anuj and host Bryan Wish explore how a relentless pursuit of improvement—what Anuj calls “the lens of imperfection”—shaped his career, his outlook, and his entrepreneurial spirit. From challenging industry norms to reimagining how services could be delivered through conversational AI, Anuj invites us into a future where empathy, efficiency, and imagination drive innovation.

If you’ve ever looked at the world and thought, “This could be better,” this episode is your permission—and blueprint—to do something about it.

Some moments change you forever—and you don’t see them coming.

In this heartfelt conversation, Carolina Santarelli shares the unexpected moment on a terrace in Positano that revealed her life’s calling. What began as a career in hospitality became a mission to create transformational experiences through travel.

Carolina reflects on the emotional depth of her work, the power of human connection, and how the smallest encounters—like a tear of gratitude—can inspire lifelong purpose. She and Bryan dive into what it means to lead with passion, recruit with honesty, and deliver moments that stay with people long after the journey ends.

If you’ve ever questioned the meaning behind your work or longed to turn emotion into impact, this episode will resonate deeply.

How do you respond when the world tells you “no”?

In this episode, Bryan Wish sits down with investor and principal partner Nick Bakish to unpack the pivotal rejections and moments of self-reflection that led Nick to redefine what success means to him. From losing a dream job offer to finding his footing in real estate and principal investing, Nick shares how setbacks gave him the clarity and confidence to take the right risks.

Together, they explore:

• Why long-term thinking wins over short-term panic

• The mindset that separates great investors from the rest

• The power of aligning career choices with personal values

• How trust, humility, and karma shape enduring partnerships

This is a story of finding conviction, not in the absence of failure—but because of it. If you’ve ever felt like rejection set you back, Nick’s journey will make you rethink what that “no” really meant.

Most people associate success with checking the right boxes—top schools, prestigious jobs, impressive titles. But what happens when you realize those boxes don’t reflect who you truly are?

In this episode, Mike Lloyd opens up to Bryan Wish about his journey from MIT to the startup world, and how chasing external validation nearly led him away from his real strengths. He reflects on the pressure to "prove" himself, how that drive shaped his early decisions, and the critical turning points that helped him let go of expectations that weren’t truly his.

Mike shares what it means to operate from alignment instead of ambition, how he found purpose through building Corvus Insurance, and why the hardest moments often reveal the most about what we’re meant to do. It’s a candid conversation about redefining success—and trusting your own path.

What if walking away from a 30-year legacy wasn't an end—but the beginning?

In this episode of The One Away Show, Jill Belconis joins Bryan Wish to share the courageous decision that changed her life: stepping away from her role as a long-time CEO to pursue something even more fulfilling. From boardrooms to global leadership in YPO, Jill opens up about the pivotal moments that taught her the power of self-reinvention, purpose-driven service, and building community across continents.

She reflects on how mentoring veterans, guiding entrepreneurs, and breaking ceilings as the first woman to chair YPO International helped her unlock a deeper sense of impact—and realize that sometimes the greatest legacy is the one you build after letting go.

If you’ve ever felt the tension between what you’ve built and what you’re meant to become, Jill’s story will resonate deeply. This episode is a masterclass in reinvention, service, and leading from your values.

How do you go from medieval literature to pioneering tech innovation in one career? In this episode of The One Away Show, Eric Vest shares his unconventional journey—from studying Chaucer in college to becoming a leader at the forefront of healthcare technology and data transformation.

Eric and Bryan explore what happens when you follow what you love, how curiosity drives career pivots, and why slow-to-adopt industries like pharma are ripe for disruption. Eric reflects on years spent trying to modernize outdated systems and sheds light on the type of mindset it takes to spark change—especially when the world around you resists it.

Whether you’re a technologist, founder, or someone still figuring out how to align what you love with what you do, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about purpose, leadership, and the paths that lead us there.

Tune in to hear how Eric’s eclectic experiences shaped a purpose-driven career—and why he believes the best journeys never follow a straight line. 

What if the thing that once held you back—caring too much—turned out to be your greatest asset?

In this powerful episode, Rob Gorin joins Bryan Wish to explore how a deeply personal turning point reshaped the way he leads, listens, and builds trust. When a late-in-life diagnosis of his son’s neurodivergence forced Rob to re-evaluate how he communicates, it sparked a transformation—one that extended from his family to the boardroom.

Together, they discuss what it takes to build connection in environments where trust is fragile, how vulnerability becomes a leadership advantage, and why the smallest voices can hold the biggest solutions—if we’re willing to hear them.

Whether you lead a team, a company, or a family, this conversation is a reminder that presence, empathy, and intentional communication aren’t soft skills—they’re the foundation of real impact.

What if your wake-up call came with screeching tires?

In this episode of The One Away Show, Ian Tien—CEO and Co-Founder of Mattermost—shares the near-death moment that forced him to rethink his entire life. One second, he was saving his car from crashing. The next, he realized he was living the very life he swore he’d avoid.

From his pivot out of corporate comfort at Microsoft to the founding of Mattermost, Ian takes us through the mindset shifts that shaped his journey—from systems thinker to mission-driven builder. He talks about how business school became a launchpad for both family and founder life, and why impact over ego has become his compass.

Bryan and Ian dig deep into self-awareness, leadership, creative ambition, and building technology that matters—literally. Whether you're facing burnout or at a crossroads in your own path, Ian’s story is a reminder: the scariest moments can become your clearest ones.

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.