How to Lead with Heart When the System Isn’t Built for You – with Dr. James Campbell

In this powerful Hart & Hustle Podcast episode, Dr. James Campbell shares his journey from East Oakland to executive leadership—trading paychecks for purpose. Discover how one question shifted his entire life trajectory, why he walked away from the restaurant industry, and how he's now building one of Massachusetts’ most impactful disability support nonprofits. Dr. Campbell dives into fatherhood, legacy, systemic challenges in nonprofit leadership, and why AI and authenticity matter in today’s mission-driven work. If you're ready to lead with heart and purpose, this is the episode for you.