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Today marks exactly three years since the day I walked into my boss’s office and told him I was putting in my two weeks…and that I was too busy to actually give him two weeks so I would be done the following day. I tend to be a very decisive person. When I want something I go after it at full speed figuring out everything…
Today Krystal from The Luscious Life is here to share how she made the transition from scientist to a yoga therapist! Tell us about yourself, what you did pre-escape, and what you do now I am a reformed and recovering environmental scientist. I had been working for government on and off for years. Every few years I would need to at least try to escape, but it…
Today Verity Mace is here to share how she left the corporate world behind to build a business in paradise! Tell us about yourself, what you did pre-escape, and what you do now Pre-Escape (I love that word “escape” BTW!) I was a corporate business woman of sorts – a planning director in a large multinational advertising and media company in the United Arab Emirates….
Today Teresa is here to share how she left her busy corporate job to slow down and create a business as a yoga teacher and empowerment coach. Tell us about yourself, what you did pre-escape, and what you do now Pre-escape, I worked for an advertising agency planning and buying media. I was young and the perks that it came with were fun…tickets to shows and…
Katherine is here today to share how she made The Escape from a life as a TV producer to build her business as a life coach. Tell us about yourself, what you did pre-escape, and what you do now I used to work in television, in an assortment of roles, making my way up the ladder to becoming a television producer. I had been chasing…
Today Iva is here to share how she left her job as a diplomat for Republic of Croatia and made The Escape to build a business dedicated to wellness retreats. Tell us about yourself, what you did pre-escape, and what you do now Hi all, I used to be a diplomat for Republic of Croatia. Spent many, many years in public service. Learned a lot, but did not like…
Today Fab of beapassionjunkie.com is here to share how she a whole bunch of corporate jobs behind to strike out on her own! Tell us about yourself, what you did pre-escape, and what you do now. I am Fab, and I am a Passion Junkie. I have a background as a freelance journalist (music) and as a PR and marketing strategist. I worked for over three…
Today Mallie Rydzik is joining us to share her journey from a PhD program and a corporate job to a freelance life… Tell us about yourself, what you did pre-escape, and what you do now I was in a PhD program in atmospheric science when I had a mental health breakdown and was diagnosed with OCD, chronic depression, and binge eating disorder. I was forced to reevaluate…
When I talk about leaving my 9 to 5 job, people always ask, “Weren’t you afraid?” And I feel slightly bad, especially when it’s someone who is currently in a state of panic over making the escape, saying, “Nope. Not once.” As the bf and I talked about this very thing yesterday, I tried to dissect why I didn’t feel fear among the excitement and stress…
A few weeks ago someone requested a two-year Escape update and since it’s been two years and one month (!!) since I left my 9 to 5, I’m happy to oblige. The TL;DR version of my two years as a free woman is – I’m still in love with my job, thankful for the opportunity to chart my own path, and would never in a…
Today I’ve got badass business coach Jenny Shih here to share her story of escaping the 9 to 5 to build her own coaching business! Tell us about yourself and what you do I’m an uncompromising business coach who believes business doesn’t have to be so hard. I help women entrepreneurs establish expertise and achieve best-in-class results by showing them, step-by-step, how to apply solid…
Today Melissa Alam is here to share how she left a digital agency job to strike out on her own! Tell us about yourself and what you do. I’m a strategic brand developer meaning I work with multiple clients (usually entrepreneurs, small businesses and bloggers) to help them build sustainable brands from a digital perspective. I consult them on best practices when it comes to…
Today Megan Lyons is here to share how she left her job as a management consultant to start her own business as a health coach! Tell us about yourself and what you do Hi! I’m Megan, and I’m a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Health Coach. I can finally say that I get to do what I absolutely love every day … helping others become their…
Today Bobbi is here to share how she left her job to build a fun and fulfilling business of her own! Tell us about yourself and what you do I’m Bobbi! I’m a freelance web designer and social strategy consultant! I’m lucky that I get to do something that I love while helping people make serious moves and a lasting impression with their businesses and…
Today fellow web designer and Genesis (the framework, not the band) addict, Erin, is here to talk about leaving her day job to become her own boss! Tell us about yourself and what you do Hey! I’m Erin and I’m a self-employed web designer, coffee addict, and blogger. I love going on adventures, supporting small businesses, and learning new things! I’ve been making websites for…
Happy Friday! Today Cassie from Veda House is sharing her story of leaving the 9 to 5 grind at a Saint Louis ad agency to freelance full time. Tell us about yourself and what you do I’m a freelancer, designer, fiancé, blogger and chocolate lover. I spend my days as a freelance designer and photo stylist. I also spend a great deal of time talking…
Happy Friday! Today I’m really excited to share a new feature here on XO Sarah. You’ve heard all about my escape from a corporate world and now I’m going to share stories from a few other freelance badasses who have made the escape as well! I’ve got a bunch of fantastic ladies lined up and will be posting a new interview every other Friday. Today…
Is this the year? Did you spend 2013 working your buns off and now you’re ready to jump ship?! If you’re formulating a plan for escape, here are three things to need to add to do asap! 1. Set a date: Whether it’s three months or nine months from now. Today, right now, pick a date. I find the best way to make things happen…
Next year I’ll have more time and then I can ___________. When I save up more money I’ll _____________. Once ________ happens then I’ll ____________. Is this you? Did I just read your mind? Are those the voices in your head every time you think of that big shining goal you’ve been pining after? If you’re nodding yes then we gotta talk…Why are you waiting…
Lauren asked, “Sarah! I love that you have two jobs that you love. I’m a freelance wedding planner and a freelance copywriter and I’m trying to merge the two jobs, but also I love both of them. How do you manage to juggle both, and how did you make the decision that Yes. I’m going to do two jobs and also not go insane? Thanks!”…
