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11. Escaping the Corporate Grind While Overcoming Fear as an Entrepreneur | Kathleen Ross

Ever wondered what it takes to walk away from a high-profile corporate job and venture into the world of entrepreneurship?

Join Erica in this engaging conversation with Kathleen Ross, a corporate jobber turned entrepreneur, who shares her inspiring story of quitting corporate jobs twice, even when she was up for promotions.

Kathleen opens up about her experience of burning out in her corporate roles, taking a one-way ticket to India for her first sabbatical and eventually starting her own business.

We delve into the significance of self-care for entrepreneurs, the impact of hustle culture on our perception of success and Kathleen’s strategies for managing two businesses simultaneously.

Chapters

(0:00) – Career Transition and Walking Away

(07:15) – Transitioning to Entrepreneurship

(10:31) – Corporate Experience and Entrepreneurial Journey

(21:23) – Ignoring Naysayers and Trusting Your Network

(26:28) – Self Care Practices for Mental Health

(24:02) – Success, Self-Care for Entrepreneurs

(28:56) – Preventing Burnout and Starting a Business

(34:38) – Connecting and Developing Creative Leaders

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