The Pathless Path with Paul Millerd What happens six months (and three months) before you quit? - Michael Ashcroft
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Apr 13, 2021 AI Snips
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Dual Career Emergence
- Michael describes a dual life: KPMG engagement manager by day and Alexander Technique teacher and coach on the side.
- He built the second path slowly over years while recovering from burnout and exploring interests on Twitter.
Burnout As Identity Signal
- Michael's burnout felt like dissociation where meaning evaporated and routine became meaningless.
- That experience triggered a long identity re-evaluation that pushed him toward alternatives to corporate life.
Prototype Publicly, Learn Fast
- Share your process publicly to discover what works and attract an audience organically.
- Use small experiments (calls, notes, courses) to convert hobbies into viable products.