The Pathless Path with Paul Millerd #156 Saying "no" to something good — Jenny Blake on the inner CFO, spending every penny just to try, working at Google, running towards something vs. running away, creating assets for yourself, making yourself discoverable, and seeking advice from "friendtors"
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Jul 24, 2023 
Guest Jenny Blake, an author and career strategist, discusses topics such as saying "no" to something good, creating assets for yourself, making yourself discoverable, running a business on intuition, and seeking advice from "friendtors".
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Early Money Mindset and Independence
- Jenny Blake grew up with a strong ethic of not quitting and an early focus on money due to her parents' struggles.
- She started babysitting young and pursued multiple ways to support herself financially, emphasizing independence.
Balance Fear with Possibility
- Add positive ‘what if’ scenarios alongside fears to balance your mindset.
- Consider spending your savings to try a new path while young and with less responsibility.
Early Nontraditional Career Moves
- Jenny left UCLA early to work at a startup, diverging from her peers' traditional college experience.
- Her time at Google was highly educational and shaped her entrepreneurial skills, despite a tough work culture.