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115: Taking the Leap from Day Job to Dream Job

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The Launch Youniversity Podcast
115: Taking the Leap from Day Job to Dream Job
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Summary:

There comes a time when every launcher wonders when they should make the leap from their day job to their dream job. Whether you decide to plunge headfirst into your new business or idea, or you slowly and meticulously build a bridge to your dream job from where you are now, there is always some level of risk involved.

We like to bring guests on the podcast who have been or are right where you are in the launch process. Today, we hear from Steven Hartsock of Socks’ Love Rub Company. Steven shares his journey from his day job —which he enjoyed — to his passion of working in the food industry. You’ll learn how he made the transition and his advice on making your own leap.

Welcome to episode 115 of the Launch Youniversity Podcast.

Links + Resources:

Socks’ Love Brands

Socks’ Love Brands – Instagram

Four Takeaways:

  • Be faithful to your current role. You may be itching to make the leap from your current situation to your ideal situation, but remember to be respectful of the position you’re in now. You never know if you’ll need them for something later, whether it’s a job to fall back on or a good reference.
  • Surround yourself with people who believe in you. In Steven’s case, his wife’s support was what propelled him forward in making the leap to working full time with his full-service catering company and restaurant and seasonings distribution. Make sure you have people who will be supportive of you and speak positively throughout your journey.
  • Take the high road. There will likely come a time when something or someone will offend you during your journey to your dream destination and you’ll have the desire to respond negatively. While the low road is satisfying for the moment, the high road has long-term benefits to your personal growth, character and your business.
  • Put your customers first. There is no business without customers. Evaluate how your customers interact with you, what their experience is like and make adjustments as needed.

Thank you for listening to the Launch Youniversity Podcast! If you have a question that you want to be answered on the podcast… ask us here!

Considering a Career Change? Ask These 15 Questions

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If you’re considering a career change, your mind might be swirling with what-ifs, anxiety, and conflicting arguments.  Slow the process down and take some time to think through the following questions. Be honest with yourself, and clarity about the direction you should take will become clearer as a result. [Read more…] about Considering a Career Change? Ask These 15 Questions

063: Positioning Yourself For New Opportunities

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063: Positioning Yourself For New Opportunities
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SUMMARY:

We grow the most when we take on a new assignment or challenge. But how do we position ourselves in a way where people trust us and think of us when those new opportunities arise? On today’s episode, David and Kevin talk about practical ways to make sure you’re prepared when the next opportunity comes your way.

Welcome to episode 063 of the podcast.

LINKS + RESOURCES:

Linchpin by Seth Godin

The Predictable Success Leadership Quiz (by Les McKeown)

Plywood People

THREE TAKEAWAYS:

1. Kill it where you are

The best way you can show that you’re ready for the next step is to be operating highly effectively in the role you already have. This goes beyond doing a great job in your day-to-day tasks… how are you setting the company you serve up for more success? What can you automate, delegate and systematize?

2. Know where you add value and make specific offers to help

Once you know where you can bring the most value, take it a step beyond telling someone “let me know if you need anything!” Instead, say “I heard you mention that you could use help with [XYZ] I feel like I could add value here and would love to help you take on that project.” If you’re specific, kind and humble… most people will be happy for the help.

3. Cultivate relationships

Some people love to network and for others it’s the awkward bane of career existence. We’re inclined to think “If I keep my head down and work hard the right people will notice me and promote me.” But it doesn’t always happen that way. Relationships are huge forces in positioning yourself for your next role at work. This doesn’t mean being the person who only gets to know people who can help them climb to the top (nobody likes that person). But it does mean asking people about their story and genuinely caring about their answers. If your role interacts with their role in anyway, reach out to them.

045: Courage, Vision and Listening to Your Inner Voice with Garrett Gravesen and Kevin Scott of ADDO

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SUMMARY:

If you’re waiting for permission to make or do something (like launching that passion project, pushing back on the status quo at work or even chasing that dream you can’t shake from your mind) then this episode is for you. And we don’t say that lightly.

Kevin Scott and Garrett Gravesen of ADDO join Shane for a candid and inspiring conversation about listening to your inner voice, staying clear on vision and what ten seconds of insane courage could look like. It’s an episode you absolutely do not want to miss.

Welcome to The Launch Youniversity Podcast.

LINKS + RESOURCES:

ADDO.is

Read More About Kevin and Garrett

Chick-fil-A Leader Academy

8 Essential Exchanges: What You Have to Give Up to Go Up by Kevin Scott

The Lepers’ Lessons: Five Questions, Two Perspectives, and the Pursuit of Purpose by Kevin Scott

Dooley: My 40 Years at Georgia by Coach Vince Dooley

THREE TAKEAWAYS:

1. 10 seconds of insane courage can change everything

Garrett and Kevin challenged us in the best way when they said that all it takes to get closer to where you want to be is ten seconds of insane courage. Ten seconds to quiet fear and speak up when you have something to say. Ten seconds to decide which road you’re going to go down. Ten seconds to get past all the mental barriers you’ve made for yourself. If you gave yourself ten seconds to speak a dream or idea into the world without fear, what would you say?

2. The voice inside of you will eventually get quieter (or, louder)

If there’s a voice inside of you telling you to take that chance, try that project, research a career change… don’t push it away. The more you push that voice away and don’t answer its call, the quieter it will get. Don’t wait for permission to do something about the dream or idea you have. And here’s some good news: When you answer the voice, it’ll get louder.

3. Life is too short to do business with people you wouldn’t want to do life with

When you listen to Kevin and Garrett talk about ADDO and the business partners ADDO works with, it’s clear that they not only love what they do, but they love who they get to work with. Life can be challenging and unexpected and surrounding yourself with good people, that you care for even outside of work, is essential for long-term happiness.