How to Quit and Stay Out Of Your 9 to 5 with Christine McAlister (BMM EP012)
Ever catch yourself daydreaming about swapping your 9 to 5 grind for something more freeing and passion-filled? If so, this one's especially for you!
In this podcast episode, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Christine McAlister, a gem of a business and success coach. We dove into the mindset shifts and practical steps needed to say goodbye to the traditional rat race and hello to a life driven by passion and purpose. Here are some golden nuggets from our conversation that I think you'll find incredibly valuable:
1. Mindset Magic: From "I Can't Afford It" to "How Can I Afford It?"
Christine and I couldn't stress this enough: the words we use shape our reality. If you're stuck thinking, "I can't afford it," you're closing off possibilities. Instead, ask yourself, "How can I make this happen?" Open-ended questions invite creative solutions and opportunities. Trust me, shifting this little piece of your vocabulary can work wonders.
2. Dream Big and Be Honest: What Do You Really Want?
Christine's advice? "Cut 'can't' and 'I don't know' from your vocabulary." These words are like putting up roadblocks on your path to success. Allow yourself to dream boldly and be honest about your desires. What do you truly want in your career and life? Write it down, say it out loud, put it on your vision board—make it real!
3. Invest in Yourself: It's Priceless
Suzanne shared an eye-opening example about paying for concert tickets in installments. If you're willing to do that for a night out, why not “meta-concert” (yep, I coined that one) your personal and professional growth? Think about investing in a coach or a course as a ticket to the best performance of your life—where YOU are the star!
4. Strategize and Simplify: Focus Like a Laser Beam
Christine emphasizes the importance of simplifying your approach. Instead of juggling all the strategies, focus on one main strategy that aligns with your goals. Dedicate just an hour a day to this—tailored to fit around your busy life—and you’ll start seeing real traction. Bye-bye overwhelm, hello clarity!
