The Career-Integrated Entrepreneur™ Podcast
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You don’t need to quit your job to start your side business.
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The Career-Integrated Entrepreneur™ is the podcast for high achieving corporate women who want to build a second stream of income through coaching -without compromising their career performance, their identity, or their lifestyle.
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And neither is success.
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The Career-Integrated Entrepreneur™ Podcast
Ep19. The Truth About Side Hustles: It’s Not Just About Leaving 9-to-5
We’ve all seen the social media messages: “Escape the rat race!” “Quit your soul-sucking job and be your own boss!” But what if you actually like your job? Or maybe you are not in a position to give up your current career yet. Does that mean a side hustle isn’t for you? The answer is “Absolutely not”.
In this episode of Hustle With Heels, I’m breaking down the biggest myth about side hustles: You don’t need to be miserable at your 9-5 to start your side hustle. In fact, waiting until you hate your job is a terrible strategy. Instead, I’ll show you how to build a side hustle for growth, not just escape - so that you can create options for your future without burning out.
🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
→ Why the “escape the 9-to-5” narrative is misleading
→ How a side hustle can be about growth first—and escape later
→ Why waiting until you’re unhappy can hurt your business
→ How to leverage your corporate job as an asset, not an obstacle
→ The best way to build a sustainable, stress-free side hustle
If you’re ready to take control of your career, income, and future - without waiting until you’re desperate to make a move - this episode is for you!
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