In this episode, we sit down with Bryan Baker, Senior Manager of People & Culture at California Pizza Kitchen. Bryan shares how his journey from waiting tables to leading company-wide culture shaped the way he sees people, leadership, and purpose.We talk about what it takes to build a workplace that people want to be part of, how to lead across different generations, and why culture has to be lived not just written on the wall.Bryan also opens up about struggling with imposter syndrome and recovering after a serious medical setback that left him temporarily paralyzed. His story is a reminder that growth doesn’t come from having all the answers. It comes from showing up, doing the work, and believing that you belong in the room.