Read to Lead Podcast 552: Escape the 9-5, Create a Life You Love, and Still Pay the Bills with Marianne Cantwell (an Encore Presentation of Episode 286)
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Nov 5, 2024 Marianne Cantwell, author of "Be a Free-Range Human" and founder of Free Range Humans, shares her vibrant insights on creating fulfilling work outside the traditional 9-5. She discusses the importance of self-awareness in aligning passions with professional success. Delving into the 'free range human' concept, she encourages embracing diverse identities for greater fulfillment. Marianne also tackles the impact of criticism from the 'Beige Army' and emphasizes the power of leveraging perceived weaknesses as strengths in entrepreneurship.
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The Third Way
- The "free range option" is a third way between traditional jobs and startup entrepreneurship.
- It allows individuals to create businesses or careers tailored to their personality and desired lifestyle.
Separate Lifestyle from Work
- Don't conflate your desired lifestyle with the business you think will get you there.
- Separate your ideal life from the work and reverse-engineer a solution that truly aligns.
The Myth of One Thing
- The idea of having one singular passion or career path is a myth.
- Embrace diverse interests and skills within your business to create a unique edge.