He left Google at the peak of his career… but something still felt wrong.
Even on a beach in Mexico, the stress didn’t go away.

In this episode of Behind Numbers, Julian Pistone (ex-Google leader) shares the moment he realized success wasn’t enough—and what it really takes to redesign your life from the inside out.

After nearly a decade at Google leading international teams, Julian walked away from everything to pursue a deeper question:
👉 What if the system you're optimizing for isn't the one you actually want to live in?

In this conversation, we explore:

• Why high achievers often feel stuck (even at the top)
• The hidden cost of success and identity
• How to know if you're on the wrong path
• The question that can change your life

If you’ve ever felt like something is “off”… this will hit home.

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What if the key to a successful career isn’t working harder… but worrying less?

In this episode of Behind Numbers, I sit down with Monica Pool Knox — former CHRO and Leader at global companies like Microsoft, Twitter/X, Sony, and PepsiCo — to unpack what really drives career success, leadership, and long-term impact.

From building high-performing teams across global organizations to transitioning into venture capital, Monica shares the real, behind-the-scenes lessons that most professionals never hear.

We dive into:

• What it really means to be “great” at your job
• How relationships shape your entire career trajectory
• The truth about company culture (and how to spot the right one)
• What separates good leaders from exceptional ones
• Why talent and people still matter more than AI and tools
• The mindset shift that can change your entire career

And at the end, one powerful reflection:
👉 “I would worry less and have fun more.”

If you’re navigating your career, leading teams, or thinking about your next move — this conversation will change how you think.

#Leadership #CareerGrowth #ExecutiveLeadership #BehindNumbers #CareerAdvice #Management #Hiring #CompanyCulture #VentureCapital #PersonalGrowth #Entrepreneurship #SuccessMindset #HR #FutureOfWork

Most people ask “Why me?” when life breaks them.She didn’t.

After being diagnosed with cancer, Asya had a reaction that most people would never expect… and honestly, most wouldn’t understand.

In this conversation, we go beyond the surface to uncover:

• How a life-threatening diagnosis reshaped her mindset
• Why she prioritizes impact over personal gain
• How she approaches decision-making across career and life
• The role of gratitude, purpose, and perspective in adversity
• Why small actions can create meaningful ripple effects

This episode is not just about entrepreneurship or career growth, it’s about perspective, humanity, and how to live a more intentional life.

If you’ve ever questioned your direction, your priorities, or the legacy you want to leave behind, this conversation will challenge how you think.

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