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How I Tactically Pivoted Out of My 9–5 and Into My Dream Biz

Because delulu is cute, but having a game plan is smarter.



I’ll never forget the moment I decided to schedule my "3-weeks-notice" call with my boss. My heart was pounding, it felt like my brain was screaming "GIRL WTF??" and I was just alllll kinds of nerves.


Spoiler: I never brought it up on my first call with my boss - I had to schedule a second one and write a script.


I wasn't scared bot because I took a wild leap. I planned my pivot. I made it feel as low-risk and high-alignment as possible.


So if you’re dreaming about going full-time in your business, let me break down what I did to make that dream real—without spiraling into chaos.


1. I Got Real About the Money

I wasn’t just thinking, “Can I cover rent?” I asked:


  • What do I need monthly to feel comfortable?

  • What do I need saved to create a soft landing?

  • How much is my biz bringing in right now—and can it grow?


I wanted to quit from a place of confidence, not panic. So I created a buffer, tracked my business income, and gave myself a timeline.


Also, I talked it over with my husband. We’re a young couple, just getting started, and this decision impacted both of us. Having that conversation made the pivot feel way more supported and aligned.


2. I Focused on What Was Actually Working

Instead of trying to “do it all,” I doubled down on what was already bringing in results.


For me, that looked like:

  • Building a waitlist

  • Nurturing my email list

  • Creating consistent content with clear CTAs

  • Saying no to busywork that didn’t move the needle


If you’re side-hustling, this is key. Don’t just stay busy—start building smart.


3. I Optimized My Backend Systems

This saved me.


I knew if I was going to go full-time, I needed structure before I got there.


So I set up:

  • A clean onboarding process

  • Templates for proposals, emails, and client delivery

  • A lead tracker to manage inquiries and follow-ups

  • Weekly workflows that helped me stay organized while still in corporate


This made the transition smoother—and made me feel more legit stepping into that full-time CEO role.


4. I Fully Committed to the Vision

Let’s be real: You’ll never feel 100% ready.


But the second I decided I was doing this for real… everything shifted. My energy, my confidence, the way I showed up.


You don’t need to feel fearless. You just need to be committed enough to figure it out when things get messy.


And they will get messy—but that’s part of the growth.


Want to Start Your Own VA Business?

If your goal is to eventually quit your 9–5 and work online full-time, starting your VA business is step one.


I put together my exact tools, templates, and trainings in one place so you can get started the right way.



This is the same foundation I used to grow my business and eventually build my agency.


You can do it too—on your terms.


Let’s get you out of the “one day” phase and into action.🤍

 
 
 

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