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887: The 9-5 Exit Strategy: How I Left & What I'd Do Differently

Oct 1, 2024

44:51

Leaving corporate for good and starting your own business can be a daunting task. However, with strategic preparation, you can do it without feeling totally overwhelmed. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the story of my transition from corporate to starting my own business in 2015, and how I would go about doing it all over again today.

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In 2015, the online world was a completely different place, and launching your own business came with many more challenges than it does now. Over the years, technology has advanced, making it easier than ever to make money online and streamline your operations. While these tools have made entrepreneurship more accessible, they’ve also made it harder to stand out. Join me as I share my journey, the lessons I've picked up, and my advice for anyone ready to leave the corporate world and start their own business today!

Episode Highlights

My Career After College [0:00:42]
Corporate Challenges and Frustrations [0:06:32]
The Benefits I Gained From Corporate [0:11:41]
The Differences Between 2015 and Now [0:14:10]
Here’s How it Went Down [0:17:05]
How I’d Do it Again in Today’s World [0:28:59]

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