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What happens when your job becomes your identity? JT Harp's story of transformation from corporate executive to entrepreneurial business broker reveals powerful insights about purpose, meaning, and reinvention.

After 30 years climbing the corporate ladder at Kroger, JT reached a turning point when he realized his title had become his identity. "I was silently suffering inside," he reveals, describing the paradox of being excellent at work he no longer loved. This awakening led him to Transworld Business Advisors, where he now helps small business owners confidentially sell their businesses and transition to new life chapters.

The conversation takes fascinating turns as JT shares the emotional aspects of business sales, comparing it to his own experience selling small businesses during the pandemic. "We are fulfilling dreams," he explains, describing the profound satisfaction of helping both sellers move on and buyers step into new opportunities.

Beyond career advice, JT offers thought-provoking perspectives on our relationship with technology. "Between you and your phone, which one is the slave and which one is the master?" he challenges listeners. His observations about constant stimulation and screen addiction cut to the heart of modern discontent, suggesting we're missing the valuable insight that comes from occasional boredom.

Perhaps most compelling is JT's discovery of physical activity as a sanctuary for mental wellbeing. "I go to the gym now not just for physical health but, honestly, more for my mental health," he shares, describing how movement became essential to processing thoughts and healing from life's burdens.

Whether you're contemplating a career change, struggling with work-life boundaries, or simply seeking greater fulfillment, JT's journey offers valuable wisdom about finding purpose beyond professional titles. Ready to explore selling your business or just curious about reinvention? Connect with JT at jharp@tworld.com or 513-725-7283.