Entrepreneurs Exposed 186 - Redefining Success Beyond the Corporate Grind
Nov 19, 2025
Matt Doan, a former management consultant and founder of Uncaged Life Design, shares his transformative journey from corporate burnout to freedom coaching. He discusses the importance of redefining success and designing life in seasons, emphasizing the need for a supportive community in entrepreneurship. Matt explores the struggle of identity beyond job titles and how to achieve 'premium freedom' through meaningful work that aligns with personal values. He also highlights parenting in a way that encourages children to think beyond traditional career paths.
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Corporate Success Didn’t Equal Life Success
- Matt Doan left a successful consulting career after realizing “success on paper” didn't equal a successful life.
- He rebuilt his life to prioritize family, self-respect, and entrepreneurial freedom.
Own Identity To Regain Agency
- Identity can become consumed by your job, making change feel impossible until you take responsibility.
- Matt frames personal accountability as empowering: "everything is my fault" to enable change.
Design Life In Seasons
- Treat life in seasons and set clear intentions for each season's goals.
- Design the season (e.g., build-to-exit vs. lifestyle business) before you commit time and energy.