Feeling Stuck After Leaving Corporate? Here’s How to Think Like a Business Owner | 56

Making the leap from a corporate job to entrepreneurship? It’s not just a career change—it’s a total mindset shift.

In this episode, I’m answering a listener question about how to rewire your brain after years in the corporate world. I’m sharing the real talk about what it’s actually like to go from structure, systems, and teams to being the one who calls all the shots.

You’ll learn the key mindset shifts that helped me transition from executive leadership to full-time business owner, plus practical steps you can take to build your own CEO mindset—without the overwhelm.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, uncertain, or like you’re still thinking like an employee, this one’s for you.

What You’ll Learn:

• The 3 biggest mindset shifts you must make to think like a CEO
• Why creating structure is crucial when you leave the corporate safety net
• How to overcome imposter syndrome and self-doubt when you’re suddenly the boss
• The role of habits and CEO routines in staying focused and grounded
• How to find (or build) a support network when you’re flying solo

Here’s a breakdown of the episode:

00:33 – What changes really when you go from corporate to business owner

 04:14 – The 3 big mindset shifts that helped me think like a CEO

 07:37 – New biz, new habits: how I created my own structure

 10:13 – Let’s talk imposter syndrome (because yep, it shows up)

 13:15 – A quick recap + what to do next

Resources mentioned:

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