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86. The Life You Want Exists—But You Have to Build It Before You Believe It

The Pivot and Promotion Podcast - Career and Leadership Advice
The Pivot and Promotion Podcast - Career and Leadership Advice
Episode • May 8 • 20m

In Episode 86, I’m sharing one of the most important lessons I’ve learned in my life and career: clarity and confidence don’t come first—action does.

Whether it’s quitting a corporate job, launching a business, traveling the world, or making a major life pivot, I’ve learned (and coached clients through) that the life you want is built step by step, often before you fully believe it’s possible.

In this episode, I cover:

  • Why clarity and confidence are built through action, not before it
  • How to break through overthinking and start experimenting
  • The power of small, honest steps that align with the life you want
  • How to collect evidence that helps you believe what’s possible

If you’ve been sitting on a dream, a career move, or a big change because you’re waiting to feel “ready,” this episode is for you.


Key Takeaways:

  • Action builds clarity and confidence, not the other way around
  • You don’t need a perfect plan to get started
  • Small, brave steps create momentum toward the life you want

Chapters:

00:00 Why Clarity Comes from Action05:00 My Leap from Corporate to Entrepreneurship10:00 How to Stop Overthinking and Start Experimenting15:00 Collecting Evidence to Build Belief in Yourself20:00 Final Reflections: What Step Will You Take Today?


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