Leaving My $130K Job: Why I Took the Leap Into Full-Time Entrepreneurship

In the very first episode of The Dr. Des Show, I’m sharing one of the biggest and scariest decisions of my life: quitting my six-figure corporate job to become a full-time entrepreneur. As a Health Equity Manager earning $130K, I loved my work, but I realized it was time to pursue my passion for consulting and The Public Health Club.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through the pivotal moments that led to my decision, the conversations I had with my husband, and how I carefully planned my exit to ensure financial security and peace of mind. If you’ve ever wondered how to take the leap into entrepreneurship, this episode is full of actionable advice to help you start your journey.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why I decided to leave a corporate job I loved to pursue full-time entrepreneurship.
• How reading Two Weeks Notice by Amy Porterfield inspired me to write down my resignation date.
• The exact steps I took to plan my exit, including financial preparation, creating a portfolio, and building a support system.
• Why trusting yourself and your vision is the key to making bold career moves.

Key Moments:

[00:00] Introduction: Why I started this podcast and what you can expect from The Dr. Des Show.
[02:00] My corporate role as a Health Equity Manager and why I loved the work.
[05:00] Realizing I was already earning enough to make the leap into entrepreneurship.
[08:00] The deciding moment: A plane ride, a book, and writing my last day in a journal.
[11:30] Financial and logistical steps I took to prepare for leaving my job.
[15:00] Lessons learned from leaving my corporate role and pursuing my passion.

• Create a Financial Safety Net: Ensure you have an emergency fund and income stability before transitioning.
• Set a Clear Exit Date: Write it down and start working backward to create a timeline.
• Build a Portfolio: Save key work from your job that showcases your expertise for future clients.
• Trust Your Gut: Your intuition often knows what’s right for you before you do.

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