Question: On a scale of 1-10 how hard was it to leave Wall Street?  Answer: 8.It was 2007 when I left and everyone thought I was leaving money on the table.  Q: Why did you leave?  A: I didn't care about the business or money as much as everyone else did; I didn't want it. I believe you have to be passionate about what you do. For me, money doesn't buy happiness, but it took me three years to realize that. I needed to put my efforts behind something that I cared about.  Read MoreMy biggest mistake on Wall Street: Turney Duff  Q: How's it been since you left the business?  A: I've been able to blend my life's passion and what I do every day. Things don't move as fast. I've learned, over time, how to be more patient as the gratification of your work isn't as instantaneous.  Q: What do you miss about Wall Street?  A: The constant, but exhausting, action. It wasn't for me, but I like to constantly be learning and Wall Street taught me how to think like an opportunist. I apply that thought process to my work current work.  Read MoreThe 12 types of people on Wall Street  Q: Is Wall Street dead?  A: The culture might continue to shift and move with the times — i.e. more transparency — but no, it's not dead.  Q: Would you ever go back?  A: Never say never. Purpose is the new buzz word. Funds are popping up focusing exclusively on making change. Corporations are realizing that doing good might actually increase profits. So, yes … Never say never.
Turney Duff checks in with former Wall Street friend Max Katbat, who left his job as a trader for a career in "conscious" marketing.