EP415: How to Prepare to Give Your Two Weeks Notice with Amy Porterfield

<p dir="ltr">Are you tired of the nine-to-five grind? Do you yearn for the freedom and fulfillment that comes with running your own business? If you've ever considered quitting your day job to pursue your jewelry business full time, then you're in for a treat. </p> <p dir="ltr">In Episode 415 of the Thrive by Design podcast I’m interviewing Amy Porterfield, an ex-corporate girl turned online marketing expert, author of the New York Times bestselling book Two Weeks Notice, and CEO of a multimillion-dollar business. </p> <p dir="ltr">In her new book, Two Weeks Notice Amy shares her journey from the corporate world to building a multimillion-dollar business. It’s an inspiring story with a fresh perspective on transitioning from a “job” into entrepreneurship.</p> <p dir="ltr">Leaving Your 9-5 Job Takes Courage More Than Confidence</p> <p dir="ltr">Leaving the security of a nine-to-five job can be daunting, but Amy advises relying on courage rather than waiting for confidence to kick in. Confidence comes with experience eventually, but you may not have that at first. So intead take the leap of faith and trust in your abilities. </p> <p dir="ltr">Building Your Runway is Part of Your Exit Plan</p> <p dir="ltr">Transitioning from your 9-5 day job to entrepreneurship will go more smoothly with some planning. Amy shared her three-step runway approach to help you leave your day job with integrity and confidence:</p> <ol> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Choose your exit date: Write down the specific date you plan to leave your job. Display it prominently where you’ll see it. Then each day, ask yourself what actions you can take to move you closer to leaving.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Prepare Financially: Examine your finances, identify ways to cut expenses, and start building a nest egg. It doesn’t have to be huge, but some financial security will ease the transition and provide peace of mind.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" ro