How a GED Grad Out-Earned His Day Job - Enleaf

07/09/2025 36 min Episodio 154
How a GED Grad Out-Earned His Day Job - Enleaf

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Company: EnleafGuest: Adam ChronisterYear Started: 2009Employees: 1-10Adam Chronister took his time on his path to entrepreneurship. Struggling in school and unsure of his future, he took the long road—gaining experience, building a side hustle, and creating financial runway before finally making the leap. In this episode, Adam shares how that deliberate approach shaped the ethos of Enleaf, where focusing on the business, not just the work, became the foundation for growth and fulfillment.Key TakeawaysWhy struggling in school gave Adam a different perspective on learning, problem-solving, and building a businessThe importance of creating financial runway before taking the full leap into entrepreneurshipHow being intentional about “working on the business” shaped Enleaf’s direction and growthThe role of autonomy and trust in building a culture where people love to workWhy letting go of control is essential for long-term agency success