The Calum Johnson Show Solopreneur Masterclass: From Zero to $5.2M Business Without Any Employees | Justin Welsh
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Jan 8, 2024 
Former tech executive Justin Welsh shares his journey from building multi-billion dollar startups to becoming a successful solopreneur, making over $5M. He discusses the power of rethinking life after a panic attack, the importance of avoiding burnout, how to make your first dollar in solopreneurship, developing passive income streams, understanding your customer, and creating a course that people love. He also explores the possibility of becoming a million dollar solopreneur and gives insights on leveraging demand, market, and selling effectively.
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Burnout and Panic Attack
- Justin Welsh experienced burnout after 10 years in high-growth startups.
- This led to a panic attack, prompting him to seek a different path.
Wake-Up Calls and Mental Fatigue
- Life often presents wake-up calls, signaling a need for change.
- Mental fatigue, unlike physical exhaustion, is harder to recognize, making it more dangerous.
Loss of Control Leading to Burnout
- Justin's burnout stemmed from a loss of control at PatientPop, not just overwork.
- He coped unhealthily, but the panic attack forced him to pause and reflect.