Have you ever wondered what it takes to step away from a stable career and chase your entrepreneurial dreams? Listen as Megan Gillman, a life coach who transitioned from a university employee to a business owner, shares her compelling story. She opens up about the critical incidents that propelled her decision to leave her job, such as a harrowing encounter with an active shooter and the tragic death of a student. These life-altering events underscored life's unpredictability and the urgency of pursuing one's passions. Megan candidly discusses the obstacles she faced, from the hurdles of the COVID-19 pandemic to the demands of motherhood, and how she navigated these challenges with resilience. Her story is a testament to the power of support and strategic planning in the journey of building a successful business.Bullet Points- Megan Gillman's journey from leaving a stable job to pursue her passion as a life coach and entrepreneur- The wake-up calls that prompted Megan to make the life-changing decision- Megan's hesitation to take the leap into entrepreneurship due to concerns about stability, financial security, and fear of being perceived as irresponsible- Two significant wake-up calls that propelled Megan to reevaluate her life and career- The emotional impact of the wake-up calls and the importance of having a supportive spouse- Practical strategies for navigating the transition from a stable job to starting her own business- Joining a community of like-minded individuals for support and connection during the isolating process of entrepreneurship- The challenges Megan faced when the COVID-19 pandemic hit and her struggle to balance her business with the responsibilities of motherhood- The resilience and determination required to overcome the challenges of entrepreneurship- Megan's story as an inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs, highlighting the importance of seeking support, embracing practical strategies, and navigating through unexpected obstaclesLinks & Mentions- "Life coaching business management perspective": "00:25:13"- "Scheduling tools and techniques": "00:26:30"- "Delegation and asking for help": "00:29:22"- "Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs": "00:32:30"- "Security in traditional jobs vs entrepreneurship": "00:33:50"- "Accountability partners and virtual bosses": "00:39:39"- "Travel destination: Denmark, specifically Copenhagen": "00:40:14"Ready to join the WLO community to receive exclusive updates? Click the link: https://workitliveitownit.com/Follow SaCola on Instagram:  https://instagram.com/workitliveitownit  Subscribe to Work it, Live it, Own it! On YouTube: https://bit.ly/2lxB1TS

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