Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona!

In today’s solo episode, I will be talking about something different. I will be documenting my own exit strategy out of the corporate world and managing the transition to break out of corporate. I will also discuss the corporate world’s golden handcuffs that make most of us stuck and not pivoting our way out. 

Let’s listen and dig more about my exit strategy out of the corporate world and some of the biggest obstacles in the transition process.

 

[00:01 – 04:15] Opening Segment

Before we get into the episode today, I want you to know that you can gain the security, ownership, and time Freedom You Want by building a business around a solution that only you can provide.  Head over to karlsona.com/giftassessment to download the free quiz that will help you figure out what you're uniquely qualified to do. I talk about the topic of today’s episode. Documenting my own Exit-strategy out of the corporate world. How I manage the transition to break out of corporate.

 

[04:16 – 12:54] The Exit Strategy Out of The Corporate World

The tendency to put less effort into the W2 job when you are focusing on your side business. The risk and challenge of pivoting. I share my experience on the president club trip. If you are a black business owner looking to grow your revenue, listen up. There is a major revenue-generating opportunity for you, and The Kas company is here to help you secure the bag. The Kas Company is a black-owned alliance agency specializing in finding and brokering partnerships between black-owned companies and big brands looking to diversify their supply chains. See the link below to book your free consultation today. The best time to exit and pivot away. I talk about the doubt that comes to my mind. The golden handcuffs of the corporate world.

[12:55 – 17:37] The Challenges in The Transition Process

The mental game to overcome the self-doubt. Conquering the FEAR = false evidence appearing real Go back and remind yourself of the things that you overcome and accomplish. Stop trying to fit in. The challenges of stepping into the transition. Nurture your potential. Normalize the confusion and fear in the transition process. Final words.

 

Tweetable Quotes:

“Go back and remind yourself of the things that you have overcome and accomplish.” – Karl Sona.

“Your differences, unique identifier, and traits should be embrace to help you make the difference in life.” - Karl Sona.

“The feeling of confusion and fear does not necessarily mean that you are not worthy of living your dreams out.”- Karl Sona.

 

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