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Uncomfortable with Jeffrey Gabriel

Mike Cyger: From Fortune 500 to Self-Employment - A Serial Entrepreneur's Journey | Saw.com

Nov 29, 2023
Mike Cyger, a quintessential serial entrepreneur, discusses his experiences leaving corporate America, selling businesses, organizing conferences with the Department of Defense, positive encounters with the IRS, challenges of getting paid on time, starting a podcast, current projects, and the financial implications of the Voice.com shutdown.
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Quick takeaways

  • Transitioning from a corporate job to starting a business requires perseverance and the ability to overcome challenges.
  • Proper financial management, leaving on good terms with partners, and adaptability are crucial in business deals and restructuring.

Deep dives

Starting a Business After Corporate Life

Michael Siger, a serial entrepreneur, shares his journey of transitioning from a corporate job to starting his own business. Despite facing failure, betrayal, and corporate frustrations, Siger realized he wanted to try his own path. After leaving his corporate job, he started a website called i6sigma.com, which grew rapidly over the years. With the revenue generated from the website, he took a leap of faith and focused on it full-time, leading to further growth. Siger also discusses the importance of leaving on good terms with previous employers and the frustrations of corporate decision-making.

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