Rock Your Reinvention: Tips For High-Achieving Women Who Want to Exit Their Six-Figure Career And Start A Successful Business

I’m diving into the 5 most common mistakes female entrepreneurs make and, more importantly, how to fix them. Whether you're just starting out or have been running your business for a few years, avoiding these pitfalls can save you time, money, and frustration. I share my personal experiences, so you don’t have to learn these lessons the hard way. This episode is packed with practical advice to help you set yourself up for a more aligned and profitable 2025. Ready to stop holding yourself back and finally see your business thrive?Key Mistakes Discussed:Saying Yes to Everything – Learn how to discern opportunities and align them with your business goals. Saying yes to the wrong things could mean you're saying no to your freedom, balance, or values.Taking Your Corporate Persona into Entrepreneurship – Discover why adopting your corporate habits can lead to burnout and how to embrace your entrepreneurial mindset. What made you successful in corporate doesn’t always translate. Trying to Do It All – Outsourcing can transform your business, but only if you do it strategically. You need to identify which tasks to delegate to foster growth.Working In Your Business vs. On Your Business – Balance is key. Are you spending too much time on client delivery and not enough on growing your pipeline? I’ll walk you through some examples of what to watch out for. Outsourcing the Wrong Things – Outsourcing is great, but handing over your vision and leadership is not. It’s important to maintain control over the most crucial aspects of your business, including your finances, strategy and standards.Listen now and learn how to fix all of these in your business! And if you’re ready for support to make your business more profitable without sacrificing your freedom, book a complimentary call. Support the showAre you ready to make your Empowered Exit™ and break free of corporate? Learn more here: www.karinfreeland.com/life-coaching Then book a complimentary 45-min Empowered Exit™ call! Not ready for coaching? Get a copy of my self-help book: Grab Life by the Dreams!

Has your health taken a backseat to your career? It’s common among ambitious women in the corporate environment. But does that mean we should settle? No way! Today, Heike Yates shares her 40 year career journey and helps us get unstuck from our regular routine and reinvent our health. The power of asking, “Why not me?” when making big changes in lifeHow pregnancy led her into the health arena (where might your next inspiration come from?)Motivation as a double-edged sword - the role of consistency and discipline play in reaching your goals Overcoming fears about starting a business and how she navigated them Prioritizing yourself and health needs as high-achieving professionalsBurnout recovery - importance of priorities and setting boundaries  How perfection mentality is impacting your ability to delegate And so much more…Get ready to hang up your excuses because her oldest client is 98 so there’s no reason you can’t do this!Connect with Heike here: Instagram Pursue Your Spark Podcast WebsiteSupport the showAre you ready to make your Empowered Exit™ and break free of corporate? Learn more here: www.karinfreeland.com/life-coaching Then book a complimentary 45-min Empowered Exit™ call! Not ready for coaching? Get a copy of my self-help book: Grab Life by the Dreams!

Today, we’re tackling one of the biggest barriers to success for high-achieving women—fear. Whether you're still in your corporate job or you’ve recently taken the leap into entrepreneurship, fear is a powerful force that can hold you back. I’m breaking down 7 practical tips to help you overcome fear and step confidently into the life you deserve.Fear isn’t just about the big moments, like leaving your six-figure career or starting a new business. It shows up in the everyday decisions we make (or don’t make). From being afraid to apply for a promotion to putting off a workout, fear plays a role. But it doesn’t have to.Key Takeaways:Most Fear Is Self-Generated: Fear often stems from our own minds—False Evidence Appearing Real. Once you can recognize self-generated fears, like the fear of going to the gym, you can start to take back control.Embrace Fear and Move Through It: Fear isn’t something to avoid—successful people feel fear, but they push through it. By gradually exposing yourself to fearful situations, like attending networking events, you’ll find it gets easier over time.Rename Fear to Excitement: Fear and excitement feel the same physiologically. By reframing your nervous energy into excitement (especially in situations like public speaking), you can change your mindset and manage your fear more effectively.Name It, Claim It, Reframe It: Use this simple, three-step process to address your fears. Once you’ve named your fear and fully owned it, you can reframe it with a realistic perspective and plan your next move—whether that’s leaving your corporate job or starting a new venture.Understand Fear of Success vs. Failure: Professional women often fear success more than failure. Self-sabotage can prevent you from moving forward, whether that looks like procrastination, overbooking, or stress-eating. Recognize your patterns and work to break them.Fear Can Be Healthy: Fear is also a useful instinct that can guide you to make smarter decisions. Use it to assess risk before making big moves like starting a business or taking on a new project.Fear Is Universal: Everyone experiences fear. The more you normalize it, the more manageable it becomes. Remember that even the most successful people have fears—what sets them apart is their ability to keep moving forward.Support the showAre you ready to make your Empowered Exit™ and break free of corporate? Learn more here: www.karinfreeland.com/life-coaching Then book a complimentary 45-min Empowered Exit™ call! Not ready for coaching? Get a copy of my self-help book: Grab Life by the Dreams!

We all have trauma (some more than others). Most people experience their trauma in the first 8 years of life. There’s no shame in it, because it’s something everyone experiences throughout the course of their life! In today’s episode, RN Psychotherapist & Author of Real Beautiful: The Secret Energy of The Mind, Body, and Spirit, Cindy Heath, breaks down ways we can heal from our trauma to move forward and live the life we were born to live!  Key Takeaways: Organically Follow Your Passions: Cindy’s journey from nursing to teaching, yoga, and authorship highlights the importance of pursuing passions to shape your career.Kundalini Yoga: This practice helps release trauma and emotions by opening energy channels in the body.Dealing with Grief and Loss: I shared my experience of losing a close friend and received additional support from Cindy on coping with grief.Self-Truth Tune In: Cindy encourages addressing shame and childhood trauma while aligning with your core values to promote healing.Workplace Trauma: Our backgrounds can attract toxic environments, but we have the power to choose healthier spaces.Consciously Living Your Core Values: Avoiding generational trauma is crucial for parenting, as beliefs like “money doesn’t grow on trees” can deeply impact children.Cindy also shares a special breathing exercise with us! Be sure to find a comfy place to practice this with us. Next Steps: Explore these questions for yourself to make a game plan for healing your trauma and designing a life you can thrive in: What unseen forces might be guiding me? A layoff? An unplanned move? A divorce? A business challenge? What tools might I explore to release my trauma? Ex. Would Kundalini yoga be a good fit for you? Something else? Are there events in my first 8 years of life that I haven’t dealt with? How would I like to address that going forward?  Are there values I’ve taken on from these early years that no longer fit? Am I experiencing workplace trauma? What options do I have in this season of life? What next steps do I want to take that will empower me? What did I learn from the breathing exercise Cindy shared? Journal your thoughts and emotions that surfaced.  Reach out to Cindy to heal your trauma: www.realbeautiful.ca and connect with her on Instagram @_energysecrets or email at realbeautiful@icloud.comSupport the showAre you ready to make your Empowered Exit™ and break free of corporate? Learn more here: www.karinfreeland.com/life-coaching Then book a complimentary 45-min Empowered Exit™ call! Not ready for coaching? Get a copy of my self-help book: Grab Life by the Dreams!

Today, we're diving into the critical question: Do you have a career or a calling? And what’s the difference between the two? This conversation is essential for high-achieving career women, especially those considering leaving their corporate job or making a career change of any sort. We’re unpacking what it means to work for a paycheck versus living your true purpose, and how to know when it’s time to make a pivot.Key Points Covered:Defining Career vs. Calling: A career is typically driven by extrinsic rewards—think higher pay, titles, and promotions. If you’re primarily working for the paycheck and wouldn't do your job without compensation, you’re likely in “career mode.” In contrast, a calling is fueled by intrinsic motivation.Signs You’re in a Career: Do you find yourself striving for the next promotion or more training but feeling unfulfilled? You may be driven by external rewards like salary and status. While this isn't always a bad thing, it becomes problematic when it leads to burnout, dissatisfaction, or a sense of meaninglessness once you reach your career goals.Living Your Calling: If you’re living your calling, there’s a deep alignment between who you are and what you do. Your work feels like an extension of yourself, and you’re passionate about it—often working through challenges with ease.Don’t Know Your Calling Yet?: It’s okay if you haven’t found your calling yet. You have the power to choose. Explore different options, whether it’s a non-profit, writing, volunteering, or something else that resonates with you. Invitation to The Power of the Pivot Workshop: If you’re unsure of your next move, join us for a free, 5-day workshop, The Power of the Pivot, from October 7-11th. This live workshop will guide you through a proven framework to help you make a confident decision about your career and life’s direction. You’ll walk away with clarity and a concrete plan to pursue your calling.Even if you don’t know your calling yet, you have the power to explore and decide. It’s never too late to pivot towards your true purpose.Next Steps:Reflect: Take a moment to assess where you are. Are you in a career or living your calling? How does that make you feel?Join the Workshop: If you're considering a pivot, sign up for The Power of the Pivot workshop today! Visit karinfreeland.com/pivot to save your seat.Explore Your Calling: Start experimenting with different roles and activities that resonate with you, whether it’s volunteering, mentoring, or pursuing a passion project on the side.Support the showAre you ready to make your Empowered Exit™ and break free of corporate? Learn more here: www.karinfreeland.com/life-coaching Then book a complimentary 45-min Empowered Exit™ call! Not ready for coaching? Get a copy of my self-help book: Grab Life by the Dreams!

Today we’re diving into the often unspoken challenges of career and life transformations. While reinvention brings joy, fulfillment, and increased purpose, it’s not without its difficulties. Whether you’re in the process of leaving your six-figure corporate career or you’ve already started your entrepreneurial journey, it’s essential to prepare for the uncomfortable realities that come with change. From shifting personal relationships to discovering new challenges once one pain point is resolved, we’ll cover the emotional and mental hurdles you need to be aware of to stay on course.Key Takeaways:Resolving One Issue Can Reveal Another: Reinvention often shifts focus to other areas of your life that may have been neglected. For example, transforming your career can reveal hidden pain points in other areas of life (e.g., relationships, hobbies, faith). While this can feel uncomfortable, addressing these pain points is crucial to building a truly fulfilling life.Not Everyone Will Support Your Growth: As you embark on your journey to leave corporate and live a more authentic life, some people may not understand or support your decision. This reaction often stems from their own insecurities rather than a lack of love for you. I’ll discuss strategies for handling this disappointment. The Importance of Letting Go: You may need to leave behind people or situations that no longer serve you, especially if they’re unsupportive of your transformation. It’s a painful but necessary part of the journey toward reinvention.Prepare for Loneliness: Reinvention can feel lonely and isolating at times, especially when you no longer fit into your old circles but haven’t yet found new ones. Embrace this stage as part of your growth, and seek out supportive communities to help you through. By being prepared for these times of discomfort you’ll be less likely to let them derail your success. Next Steps:Identify Potential Challenges: Take some time to reflect on areas in your life where new challenges may emerge as you reinvent your career. Write these down in your journal so you’re not caught off guard.Evaluate Your Relationships: Consider who in your life may not support your transformation and how you will handle it. Make a plan to distance yourself from negativity while focusing on those who lift you up.Find Your Support System: Reinvention doesn’t have to be a lonely process. Seek out like-minded individuals or communities, such as our Facebook group, Successful Working Women Rocking Reinvention, where you can share your journey and receive encouragement.Support the showAre you ready to make your Empowered Exit™ and break free of corporate? Learn more here: www.karinfreeland.com/life-coaching Then book a complimentary 45-min Empowered Exit™ call! Not ready for coaching? Get a copy of my self-help book: Grab Life by the Dreams!

Do you have a goal that you just can't seem to bring to fruition? Maybe you move it forward on your to-do list every month and you're just not sure why you can't seem to achieve this goal. Or maybe you have this underlying dread every time you try to action to reach your goal? It's a common problem and one that I help my clients overcome regularly. In today's episode, I'm breaking down the top 6 reasons why you might be falling short of completing your goals. Key Takeaways: 1) You're Only Making To-Do Lists: Your big goals deserve more attention and focus. A simple to-do list does not allow for sub-task and milestones. 2) You're Procrastinating: Procrastination begets procrastination. The key to overcoming this challenge is to dig deeper and understand why you're procrastinating, so you can address the root cause. 3) You Don't Really Want To Achieve That Goal: Because it's not really your dream. Often, we follow what society says we should do, or others have encouraged, without giving it enough thought. 4) You Have Too Many Goals: When your energy and effort is spread across too many activities, you'll find you make little progress on anything. To combat that I'll share how you can laser focus on your top goals to make more headway. 5) You're Goals Aren't SMART: Sometimes our goals are too vague and by following the SMART process for goal setting, you'll automatically improve the chances of reaching that goal.  6) Perfectionism Is Getting In The Way: You're waiting until you have everything perfect instead of employing the iterate your way to success mentality.  Next Steps: Follow the action items I shared to combat the reasons plaguing your goal success. Book an EDIT Your Life Jumpstart call to move your goals forward once and for all. www.calendly.com/karinfreelandaviles Support the showAre you ready to make your Empowered Exit™ and break free of corporate? Learn more here: www.karinfreeland.com/life-coaching Then book a complimentary 45-min Empowered Exit™ call! Not ready for coaching? Get a copy of my self-help book: Grab Life by the Dreams!

Welcome back! In today's episode, we're diving into Step 2 of the Career Compass—your go-to decision-matrix designed to help you navigate your career transition with clarity and confidence.If you're feeling overwhelmed by the many options for your next career move, this episode is just for you. After covering Step 1 in the previous episode (#48), where we identified your key career transition criteria, today we'll guide you through weighing those criteria using two different methods. Whether you're in the early stages of planning your exit or you’ve already begun your entrepreneurial journey, these steps will help you make informed decisions that align with your true priorities.Key Takeaways:Prioritize What Matters: When weighing your career criteria, it's crucial to focus on what’s most important to you—not what you think should be important based on societal expectations. You’ll learn how to objectively evaluate career options based on your goals and priorities.Two Methods for Weighing Your Career Criteria: the points-based system and the essential/important/nice-to-have categorization. (There are other options in the Career Compass as well.)Clarity Through Reflection: By categorizing your criteria into what’s essential, important, and nice to have, you gain clear guidance on what career moves align with your values, life priorities, and out-of-the box desires.Honesty is Key: This process requires deep self-reflection. The more honest you are with yourself about what you truly want, the more successful your career transition will be.Next StepsComplete Step 2: If you haven't already, download the Career Compass at karinfreeland.com/career-compass and complete the exercises outlined in today's episode.Journal Your Insights: After completing Step 2, take some time to journal your insights. Ask yourself if the criteria you’ve identified are truly aligned with your core values and life priorities.Book a Free Career Compass Check-In Call: If you need additional guidance, schedule a free 30-minute check-in call with me. We’ll review your progress and explore any questions or concerns you have about your career transition.Save the Date: Don’t miss The Power of the Pivot: A Free 5-Day Live Event starting the week of October 7th. Stay tuned for more details and registration information. I'll break down the steps to making a successful career pivot into easy, actionable chunks. This is your chance to get the clarity and support you need to leave your corporate job behind and step into a life of purpose and fulfillment.Ready to take the next step toward your career reinvention? Download the Career Compass and start mapping out your criteria today. Support the showAre you ready to make your Empowered Exit™ and break free of corporate? Learn more here: www.karinfreeland.com/life-coaching Then book a complimentary 45-min Empowered Exit™ call! Not ready for coaching? Get a copy of my self-help book: Grab Life by the Dreams!

In this tutorial-style episode, I dive deep into my new, free resource, the Career Compass. It’s a powerful tool designed to help women (like you) navigate career pivots with clarity and confidence. With the overwhelming response to its launch in August 2024, I recognize the increasing desire among women to take control of their career path, especially in times of uncertainty. Whether you're feeling disconnected, burnt out, or simply questioning your purpose, this episode provides actionable steps to align your career with your core values and priorities.I’ll walk you through Step 1 of the Career Compass: Key Criteria Identification, where you’ll get crystal clear on what matters most to you both personally and professionally!Important Tips To Remember:Don't Self-Edit: Allow yourself to dream big without judgment or fear. Write down your aspirations, no matter how unrealistic you may think they are.Nothing is Set in Stone: The Career Compass is a safe space for exploration. You don't have to commit to anything right now; it's about gaining clarity.Be Truthful: Trust your intuition and be honest about what truly matters to you in this season of your life. There are no “right” or “wrong” answers. Exercises Covered:Identifying Core Values (Page 7-8): Start by listing the values that are most important to you. This exercise helps you clarify what truly matters in your career and life.Ranking Key Life Priorities (Page 9): Narrow down your list to the top five life priorities that will guide your career decisions. Exploring Out-of-the-Box Criteria (Page 10): Consider unconventional factors that could significantly impact your job satisfaction and overall happiness.Ready to take control of your career pivot? Download the free Career Compass at karinfreeland.com/career-compass and follow along with this episode. Use this opportunity to gain clarity and start making decisions that align with your values and priorities.Next Steps: Want to review your Career Compass with me 1x1? I’d love to walk you through the guide and answer any questions you have. Book a complimentary call now: https://calendly.com/karinfreelandaviles/careercompass I can’t wait to meet you and help you strategize your next career move!Join our community of like-minded women who are also navigating their career pivots. Connect, share your insights, and get support by joining the Successful Working Women Rocking Reinvention Facebook Group.Support the showAre you ready to make your Empowered Exit™ and break free of corporate? Learn more here: www.karinfreeland.com/life-coaching Then book a complimentary 45-min Empowered Exit™ call! Not ready for coaching? Get a copy of my self-help book: Grab Life by the Dreams!

Are the golden handcuffs of your corporate job preventing you from pursuing a more fulfilling career? Does the idea of investing your money leave you with more questions than answers?Do topics like investment strategies, estate planning, and retirement goals make your head spin?  (Never mind insurance analysis or tax planning.) Anna Wolford, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® practitioner and an Associate Financial Advisor at Parallel Financial, is here to help answer your questions and help you think about money with a fresh perspective! Anna takes a holistic approach to your personal and professional needs. We dissect how fear might be holding you back from creating the life you desire, share guidance on how to make a career pivot more easily, and why you need an investment advisor or CFP® professional if you want to increase your returns.  Key Takeaways:The Importance of Holistic Financial Planning: When planning your corporate exit or managing your finances, consider all aspects—investments, insurance, goals, and risk tolerance—to make informed decisions.Money is Morally Neutral: Money itself is just a tool, and how we use it determines its value. Breaking down old money mindsets can help shift our perspective.The Downside of Cash Reserves: Sitting on too much cash can have negative consequences due to inflation and other factors. Having an objective partner ensures you strike the right balance for an abundant future.  Navigating Fear and Scarcity Mindset: Fear often holds people back from making bold financial moves. Sometimes, creating a ‘manufactured’ scarcity can drive better financial discipline and long-term success.Understanding Different Financial Roles: Knowing the difference between a financial advisor, financial planner, and a certified financial planner (CFP) can help you choose the right professional based on your specific needs.One stat that I mentioned in the show was, people who have an advisor can 2x their returns, but only 35% of people have an advisor. I also found this one on NerdWallet: Working on a financial plan now can potentially increase your retirement savings by 4x in the future. (2024 T. Rowe Price Study)Next Steps: If you're feeling overwhelmed by the financial aspects of planning your corporate exit or just need a more comprehensive approach to your finances, connect with a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® like Anna Wolford. Email: Anna@parallelfinancial.com Phone: 864-375-4024Website: parallelfinancial.comConnect with Anna on LinkedInDon’t go it alone—getting expert advice can save you time, stress, and money in the long run!If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review and sharing it with someone who might benefit from these insights. Keep rocking your reinvention!Social Media Disclosure: Parallel Financial, LLC is a member firm of The Fiduciary Alliance, LLC, which is a registered investment adviser. More information about Parallel Financial can be found in Form ADV Part 2 which is available upon request. This website is forSupport the showAre you ready to make your Empowered Exit™ and break free of corporate? Learn more here: www.karinfreeland.com/life-coaching Then book a complimentary 45-min Empowered Exit™ call! Not ready for coaching? Get a copy of my self-help book: Grab Life by the Dreams!