Just got off a zoom with my partner and mentor to discuss strategy going forward. I've probably asked him this question 4 times, but threw it out there...there's no shortcut is there? He confirmed there isn't. Just do the work and do it for a long time.

Hi All, I have brand new in box Beats Solo Buds I'd like to give away. I prefer the regular, wired iphone headphones from years ago, because I'm boring like that. I'd like to give away the headphones to someone in this group. If you're interested, please let me know. I'll put your name into a drawing. Thank you!

I have to take my in laws to the airport tomorrow, so I'm moving the call an hour early to 10 AM eastern. Hope to see you all there!

Just dropped a powerful episode with Lyndsey Tague inside the Life After W2 podcast. Lyndsey spent nearly 15 years in the corporate world before getting burned out, laid off, and realizing she was building someone else’s dream. Instead of going back, she rebuilt her identity, landed her first clients, and now runs a successful social media and content marketing business while living as a digital nomad. What you will learn • How Lyndsey made the leap from corporate to freelancing • The mindset shift needed to stop clinging to the illusion of a safe paycheck • How to land your first client and build confidence before you feel ready • Why telling your story matters more than perfection • The importance of surrounding yourself with people who are building what you want If you are questioning your next step or rebuilding after a layoff, this episode will hit home. Watch the full episode herehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYZTMzO48ho Let me know your biggest takeaway in the comments.

This week I sat down with Aloysius Al Carl. He is a former leader at Dun and Bradstreet, a ten time entrepreneur, and someone who has built culture and revenue systems at Fortune 500 scale. His story is wild. Al shared how a corporate whistleblower moment pushed him into entrepreneurship, and the framework he used to double new business without burning out. We talked about fear versus reward, why fear often moves people faster, and how to lead change ethically without pressure or hype. We also got into using retirement funds like a 401k, self directed IRA, or ROBS to fund real estate and create financial freedom without waiting until you are 59 and a half. And we spent time on journaling, consistency, and the power of small wins stacked over time. It is one of my favorite conversations so far. If you want to connect with Al:/ aloysiuscarl Listen Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NuH0ta9Y7o0&list=PLWUtrL9jHWtAvRu_dJx5Q0xky-HVb38kM&index=3