From Job Hunt to Career Odyssey: Taking Ownership of Your Professional Path Many people feel stuck in a rut when it comes to their careers. They spend countless hours applying for jobs that seem like a good fit but have not heard back from employers. Or they may land a job, only to feel disengaged and unfulfilled after a short period. There’s a reason for this feeling: the traditional job hunt is a reactive approach to your career. You respond to open positions advertised by companies and try to fit your skills and experience into their mold. According to January data from the Bureau of Labor ..read more

Are You Feeling the Itch for Independence? Sitting in your corporate office with the occasional ping of an email notification, you can’t help but feel a tug in your heart. The corporate ladder may have once been thrilling; however, now seems like an endless loop of deadlines, politics, and red tape. The promise of ‘casual Fridays’ and the annual company retreat no longer stirs excitement within you. Instead, there’s this growing itch for Independence, a yearning to be the master of your destiny. If this scenario resonates with you, you are part of a burgeoning group of professionals seeking mo ..read more

The Strategic Role of Side Hustles in Facilitating Career Transitions. A side hustle refers to any secondary job or gig that someone takes on in addition to their primary employment. This additional work can range from freelance creative projects to small businesses, usually undertaken to pursue a passion, utilize specific skills, or most commonly, to earn extra income. Importance of a Side Hustle When Considering a Career Change Financial Security: One of the most compelling reasons to start a side hustle when contemplating a career change is the financial buffer it provides. Transitioning c ..read more

Millennials, the generation born between 1981 and 1996, have often been portrayed in popular culture as obsessed with avocado toast and participation trophies. However, this stereotype overlooks a key fact: Millennials are becoming a driving force in the entrepreneurial landscape. According to the Ipsos Mori [Ipsos Entrepreneurial Spirit Index], a remarkable 36% of Millennials exhibit a very high entrepreneurial spirit, exceeding the levels seen in previous generations. This begs the question: what’s fueling the rise of the Millennial Maverick? Here are some data-driven reasons: Digital Nati ..read more

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself: What truly ignites my passion? What gets you so excited that you can’t wait to jump out of bed in the morning, even on tough days? According to a widely cited 2014 Deloitte study, a staggering 87.7% of workers lack strong attributes of passion for their jobs. That’s a massive portion of the workforce feeling unfulfilled and potentially stuck. But hold on, there’s more to the story. While the 2014 data is often referenced, it’s important to consider the evolving landscape of work. A 2020 Gallup report suggests this passion gap might be widening. They foun ..read more

Finance Executive Turns Entrepreneur With Career Ownership Coaching In a bold career shift, Brian Sullivan transitioned from a high-stakes role in banking and financial services to launching his own business in the senior care industry with the help of career ownership coaching from The Entrepreneur’s Source®. Sullivan’s background managing large-scale operational changes in the finance sector equipped him with the ability to spearhead projects and drive innovation. He held executive roles at numerous financial institutions, including Truist and Bank of America. In his last role at Truist, he ..read more

Procrastination, the act of delaying or postponing tasks, is a common behavior that can have significant impacts on various aspects of life. These impacts include rebuilding a career, pursuing entrepreneurship, and taking ownership of one’s professional journey. At its core, procrastination involves putting off important tasks in favor of more pleasurable ones or engaging in trivial activities, which can create a cycle of stress, guilt, and reduced productivity. People often procrastinate due to fear of failure, lack of motivation, a perceived difficulty of the task, or simply because they pr ..read more

Veterans are increasingly becoming synonymous with entrepreneurial success, demonstrating a propensity to start businesses at rates surpassing the general population. Their service experience often ingrains valuable leadership, discipline, and risk management skills – attributes that translate effectively into the entrepreneurial landscape. This transition from military service to business ownership also offers a sense of autonomy and purpose, elements that veterans might seek post-service. The drive among veterans to establish their Career Ownership stems from various factors, including the d ..read more

Building a Legacy: For centuries, entrepreneurs have been the backbone of economies, driving innovation and creating prosperity. But beyond the immediate impact, entrepreneurship offers a powerful tool: the potential to build generational wealth. Imagine a future where your children, grandchildren, and even great-grandchildren don’t just inherit financial security, but also the opportunity to continue the legacy you built. Entrepreneurship can be the key to unlocking this multi-generational dream. How Entrepreneurship Creates Lasting Wealth: Building Assets: A successful business is an asse ..read more

Building generational wealth through entrepreneurship involves more than just creating a successful business—it’s about establishing a legacy that can provide financial security and ­­opportunities for future generations. With a focus on the long-term, entrepreneurs who seek to pass on wealth to their children aim to not only meet immediate financial objectives but also to set the stage for enduring prosperity. This requires strategic planning, sound financial management, and understanding wealth transfer principles. In an era where financial stability and wealth creation are pivotal, the ro ..read more