War on Work - Ditch Your Day Job and Become an Online Entrepreneur

Want to network your way out of your day job and into your own business? You NEED to listen to this episode. I'd say there are more actionable tips in this episode than in any episode so far, and it's on one of my favorite topics: networking. I recently connected with John Corcoran, who is a master networker who has turned his ability to connect with people into a series of interesting career moves. He's done everything from politics to law to entrepreneurism, and has used the exact same networking strategies he talks about in this episode to connect with people in practically any industry. We spend a lot of time discussing how to use networking to build a bridge from your day job to your new business, and how to do it even if you're shy, not well-connected now, and don't have a lot of time or money to travel or spend all day on social media. In this episode, you'll learn: Why networking is one of the most powerful (and underused) business strategies around The best places to start networking How to identify the right networking events to attend How to network even if you're shy or introverted How to avoid being "that guy" when it comes to networking The incredibly easy way to get people to love you How to know if you're at the wrong networking event How to network through social media, without wasting hours a day John's 7-step process for networking mastery And much more! If networking is something you know you should be doing but don't know how, PLEASE be sure to listen to this episode. And if you don't know how important networking is, you can't afford to miss it. And if you know how important networking is but don't want to do it anyway, then you're going to be in big trouble ;) I'd love to hear your comments or questions for John in the comment section below! And please consider sharing this with your friends or family if you think it would help them. More from John: Get a totally free networking guide from John for War on Work listeners, which goes into more detail about the 7 step process we talked about on the show! Click here. Smart Business Revolution - John's awesome blog and podcast. Keep Listening: Subscribe on iTunes - Please leave a review if you enjoy the show! It just takes a second. Subscribe to the newsletter - Get blog and podcast updates Check out more episodes

This week I'm incredibly excited to welcome career coach, author, and personal mentor of mine, Valerie Young, to the show. She's helped thousands of people figure out how to translate their interests and passions into real income. In some cases it's a full-time income, in other cases it's a healthy side income or multiple streams of income that allow them to live life on their terms. She has an amazing talent for identifying money-making opportunities that people can put into action right away, and in this episode of War on Work she shares lots of tips for figuring out how you could start making a side income or turning your passions into a business that gives you the life you want. This is one of the most advice-driven episodes of War on Work yet, and I think you'll come out of it with all kinds of ideas for identifying the business of your dreams. In this episode, you'll learn: How Valerie got stuck in the "golden handcuffs" of the corporate world The wake up call that led her to totally change course Why asking "What should I be doing with my life?" is the wrong question, and what to ask instead The major traffic source Valerie uses to get exposure and business that most people never think to try How to get your foot in the door with major media and news sources, and the two things they care about Why social media makes media outreach easier than ever How to identify business ideas that will actually make money and meet your lifestyle needs Examples of real people who have started unique lifestyle business, both online and offline Why you don't need to know everything to start a business in a niche The key question to ask to know if there's money in your passion Ways to make money from your passion even if there aren't "buying customers" Why "professional dabbling" is a great first step What to do if you suffer from "impostor syndrome" We cover an amazing amount of ground in this episode, and there's a ton of helpful advice no matter where you are in your exit plan! Valerie is someone I spoke to many times while planning my own exit from the corporate world, and she can help you too. I'd love to hear your thoughts, ideas, or questions for Valerie in the comments. More from Valerie: Changing Course Tribe - A group Valerie recently started for idea seekers and idea launchers to get feedback and support The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women - Valerie's fantastic book on overcoming "impostor syndrome." Not just for women, despite the title! Keep Listening: Subscribe on iTunes - Please leave a review if you enjoy the show! It just takes a second. Check out more episodes

This week I'm excited to welcome my good friend and mentor Ryan Lee to the show. Ryan started out as a full-time PE teacher in a rough neighborhood and now runs a hugely successful 7-figure lifestyle business. It wasn't a fluke, either; Ryan still hustles as hard as anyone I know, is constantly trying new things and pushing himself to do more, and most of all loves what he does. I think you'll really enjoy hearing how Ryan went from humble beginnings to where he is today by working hard, constantly learning and improving, and making products that people can't wait to buy. In this episode, you'll learn: How Ryan started a thriving web business in the late 90s, with no technical skills, no marketing background, and very little money How he made the successful transition from day job to lifestyle business, with no risk Little "tricks" that help you be more productive and reach your goals How to really light a fire under your butt Why a "7" just isn't good enough Why getting a product out there is better than getting it perfect How to increase your income with "hard" topics instead of "soft" topics The real secret to making significant money as an infopreneur or author How to create products that people can't wait to buy Easy pricing, using the 10x rule How Ryan started learning marketing despite not having a business background The worst and best parts of being an entrepreneur, according to Ryan And much more! Ryan is a very inspirational guy, and someone I always recommend to people who are struggling to get their dream business underway. This episode will help get you on the right track to making big things happen in your life! More from Ryan: RyanLee.com - Ryan's blog and website where you can get regular tips, strategies, and advice from the king of hustle himself FounderFly - Ryan's program with in-depth trainings on every aspect of online business as well as an active forum of other entrepreneurs. It's a ridiculously low price for everything you get, and I highly recommend it. This is an affiliate link, so if you sign up I earn a little bit of money from it. Keep Listening: Subscribe on iTunes - Please leave a review if you enjoy the show! It just takes a second. Check out more episodes

In this episode, serial entrepreneur Chris Mercer shares his "tale of two exits," one ultimately being a failure and the other very successful and ongoing. He describes how he planned his exit the second time around to ensure its success, and how he dealt with the inevitable tough times in the early days. If you'd love to leave your job but are paralyzed by fear or want to do it as safely as possible, this episode has a lot of specific, practical advice you can start acting on today. You'll learn: How to effectively plan your exit and create a financial roadmap Why you need a "runway" and how it can help you overcome the fear of leaving The mistakes Chris made with his first exit, and what he did right the second time around Why you'll never be happy following someone else's plan How to get your significant other on board with your exit and keep their support throughout the process How cutting back on your budget can actually be positive and freeing How to "budget in" failures (and even unforeseen successes) so you can work through the tough times The worst and best parts of being an entrepreneur, according to Chris More from Chris: TomiTrader.com - Chris' consulting business for online entrepreneurs Keep Listening: Subscribe on iTunes - Please leave a review if you enjoy the show! It just takes a second. Check out more episodes

The latest episode of the War on Work podcast features one of the most amazing comeback stories you'll ever hear. Sheila Brown was a high-paid, high-powered corporate recruiter, working with Fortune 500 companies and Hollywood movie studios before deciding to change everything and travel the world. In this episode, she shares how she went from a life of luxury and materialism to literally being in a welfare line, and is now more successful and fulfilled than ever, living a dream life on a beach in the Dominican Republic. She talks about the important mindset shifts she discovered that let her bounce back and finally start living the life she'd only dreamed of. In this episode, you'll learn: Sheila's discovery that chasing titles and money didn't end up being fulfilling at all How getting laid off was the best thing that ever happened to her Her transition from day job to high-paid consultant Why consulting is a viable option for almost anyone, and how to get started The books that changed Sheila's life and revolutionized her business The #1 downfall for most entrepreneurs, and how to avoid it How Sheila went from being wealthy to totally broke, and how she came back stronger than ever The tools, techniques, and beliefs Sheila uses to grow and thrive in her life and business The worst and best parts of being an entrepreneur, according to Sheila I know many of you are afraid to take the leap to being an entrepreneur because of "worst case scenarios," so this episode is a great reminder that you can avoid those scenarios with just a little bit of planning, and that it's always possible to come back and have an amazing life and business no matter what! I think you'll love Sheila's story. More from Sheila: Portable Incomes - Sheila's training course that teaches how to create a profitable and fulfilling lifestyle business and work from anywhere! Keep Listening: Subscribe on iTunes - Please leave a review if you enjoy the show! It just takes a second. Check out more episodes

In this episode of the War on Work podcast, I'm joined by Jim Kukral, a serial entrepreneur, self-publishing expert, avid fisherman, and lifestyle business owner. We talk about his journey from the corporate world to being a solo entrepreneur, and he shares some fantastic advice on how to start an online business inexpensively and in your spare time while you're still employed. We also talk about a lot of the pitfalls and false beliefs that thwart budding entrepreneurs up and keep them from being successful. In this episode, you'll learn: Why it's more possible than ever for entrepreneurs to become successful The big misconception that trips up new online business owners What Jim hated about the corporate world and why he had to walk away The basic rules everyone needs to know to be successful online How to turn your knowledge into problem-solving products you can sell (and some great examples of these) How simple and cheap it is to start a business today- while you're still employed Why ideas are worthless, and what you need instead The kind of information that people will pay for Why credentials are overrated How to build up the experience and proof you need to launch your business safely The worst and best parts of being an entrepreneur, according to Jim Jim's 13 reasons you're not as successful as you should be If you're skeptical about whether building an online business is really possible, or are wondering how much money, time, and effort it'll take to get one off the ground, this episode will answer a lot of questions for you. Jim has a great track record of running successful online businesses while still living a great lifestyle, and he shares some amazing tips on how to accomplish that in this episode. Listen below or subscribe in iTunes to check it out! More from Jim: JimKukral.com - Jim's home base, with links to his products, books, and free content Keep Listening: Subscribe on iTunes Check out more episodes

I'm really excited to introduce the first episode in the War on Work podcast! I've been doing podcasts for about 4 years, and they're one of my favorite ways to communicate and share information. When I was still in the corporate world and had 90+ minutes of commuting every day, podcasts were a lifesaver. I owe a lot of credit to shows like the Smart Passive Income podcast, Blogcast.fm, This is Your Life, and The Rise to the Top for helping me make the jump to entrepreneurship, and now I hope War on Work can do the same for you. This first episode is a quick introduction to the show and what you can expect from it. In it I cover what the show is, why I created it, and what you can expect to get out of it going forward. I have big plans for this show and have already recorded a bunch of interviews with amazing and inspirational guests, so I hope you'll subscribe and join me! My goal is to make the War on Work podcast a major catalyst for you quitting your day job and successfully following your dreams. Please subscribe to make sure you don't miss any episodes! There are great things to come. If you enjoyed the show, please leave a review on iTunes and let me know! I'd also love to hear what you thought, and what you'd like to hear on the show in the future, in the comments below. Thanks for listening!