The Pathless Path with Paul Millerd #173 Solopreneurship After Burnout — Justin Welsh on burnout, taking ownership of his time, struggling with a results oriented mindset, non-monetary success, becoming a top LinkedIn influencer, income goals, The Creator MBA, dealing with fears around money
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Apr 16, 2024 
Former startup executive Justin Welsh shares his journey from burnout to building a one-person knowledge business. Topics include struggles with a results-oriented mindset, non-monetary success, becoming a top LinkedIn influencer, setting income goals, The Creator MBA, and dealing with fears around money.
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Family Scripts and Rebellion
- Justin's father, having grown up poor, emphasized hard work and financial stability.
- Justin initially rebelled, accumulating debt and getting fired, but later adopted his father's values.
Hard Work Redefined
- Working hard at unsatisfying jobs doesn't always equate to valuable experience.
- Finding work aligned with one's interests is key to genuine effort and enjoyment.
Early Work Experiences
- Justin recounts early work experiences, from McDonald's to pharmaceutical sales, which he disliked.
- He realized his aversion to tasks lacking personal interest.