Starter Story I Quit My $250K Job To Become an Author | Starter Story
Oct 10, 2025
Paul Millerd, a former corporate consultant who left his $250K job to pursue writing, shares his inspiring journey. He discusses the challenges and emotional leap of transitioning to self-publishing, emphasizing his commitment to creative control. Millerd explains his 'Pathless Path' philosophy, which encourages meaningful work without a fixed route. He also reveals insights on book income, marketing strategies, and diversifying revenue through freelancing and courses, encouraging others to embrace uncertainty in their professional journeys.
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Book Income Replaced Corporate Pay
- Paul earned meaningful book income after leaving corporate life and focused on writing.
- He sold thousands of copies, making significant royalties that became a large income share.
Quitting Without A Plan
- Paul quit his high-paying consulting job in 2017 without a plan and let life emerge.
- He used savings as permission to wander and figured things out if he went broke.
Work That Sustains Your Soul
- Leaving the default path forces you to seek work that sustains your soul rather than just paychecks.
- The 'real work of your life' emerges when you commit without knowing outcomes.
